NHTSA Complaint #11545622 — 2018 HYUNDAI SONATA

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11545622
Vehicle	2018 HYUNDAI SONATA
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 13, 2023
Date Filed	September 20, 2023
Mileage	77,347 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NY

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH uphill, the vehicle shuddered. The check engine warning light and low oil pressure warning light were illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where an oil change was performed, and the spark plugs were replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: DP22003 (Engine). The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,347.

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