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1993 Hyundai Sonata: complete transmission failure

5 of the 26 complaints about the 1993 Hyundai Sonata describe complete transmission failure.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
19%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 3 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Complete transmission failure by model year

  • 2025
    1
  • 2023
    1
  • 2022
    2
  • 2021
    4
  • 2020
    1
  • 2019
    2
  • 2017
    2
  • 2016
    3
  • 2015
    5
  • 2014
    5
  • 2013
    2
  • 2012
    10
  • 2011
    11
  • 2010
    2
  • 2009
    1
  • 2008
    1
  • 2006
    3
  • 2003
    3
  • 2002
    2
  • 2001
    3
  • 2000
    3
  • 1999
    1
  • 1998
    3
  • 1997
    3
  • 1996
    2
  • 1995
    3
  • 1993
    5
  • 1992
    2
  • 1991
    3
  • 1990
    1

What owners say

Filed Nov 6, 2000 · Brakes, Engine · OH

Brake system replaced at purchase because of slow reaction and noise, transmission failure on hill in 5 o'clock traffic, valve seals replaced after car continually blew smoke from burning the oil, catalytic converter replaced after failing to work, front cam, lifters and a rocker replaced (no idea if this could be a saftey hazard or not but it is unusual), power steering pump replaced (mechanic said was in poor condition and was pitted and such)car overheated suddenly one day on interstate-replaced water pump and the thermostat but apparently needs a head gasket,front passenger window slid down but not up one day and is propped up inside panel with boards repairs total to nearly three thousand dollars and I paid seven thousand for the car two years ago.

Filed Oct 16, 2000 · Engine, Steering · OH

Have replaced transmission, front cam, lifters, rocker, timing belt, catalytic converter, power steering pump, valve seals, water pump, thermostat, brakes. To be repaired engine-wise: rear cam, drive axles, cylinder heads or head gaskets

Filed Jun 27, 1998 · Transmission · OK

4-speed transmission failure.

Filed Feb 9, 1998 · Transmission · MO

Automatic transmission failed 3 times.

Filed Mar 20, 1997 · Electrical, Transmission · 00

Automatic transmission failure; also replaced horn and ignition switch,

Questions about the 1993 Hyundai Sonata transmission failure

Is complete transmission failure a common problem on the 1993 Hyundai Sonata?

5 of 26 owner complaints about the 1993 Hyundai Sonata (19%) mention complete transmission failure. The model year with the most reports is 2011.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1993 Hyundai Sonata?

There are 0 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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