NHTSA Complaint #11473092 — 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11473092
Vehicle	2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	June 26, 2022
Date Filed	July 9, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CT

Consumer Description

While driving the vehicle suddenly went into a limp mode and had a flashing check engine light. The vehicle was in limp mode for approximately a half mile prior to having complete engine failure and shutting off completely. Vehicle has always been properly maintained. Dealer confirmed engine is seized. A manufacturing defect with the Theta II engine caused the premature engine failure. If this occurred on a major highway myself and other motorists would be put at a significant risk as there was limited time to act and find a safe place to roll to a stop.

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