NHTSA Complaint #11431748 — 2016 HYUNDAI SONATA

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11431748
Vehicle	2016 HYUNDAI SONATA
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 1, 2021
Date Filed	September 4, 2021
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

Engine developed spontaneous loud knock and check engine light illuminated while driving at approximately 60mph. Could not continue driving and had to pull over on the side of a busy highway. Had to walk down the side of the busy highway to a safe area. Had vehicle towed to an independent repair shop, vehicle diagnosed with catastrophic engine failure due to failure of internal engine components. Repair shop stated this was a known problem with this particular vehicle and engine and manufacturer should be financially responsible for repairs.

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