1997 Hyundai Sonata fuel system problems

Filed May 27, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · 108,000 miles · IN

After attempting to call hyundai, I am absolutely fed up with everything they are doing. I have "repaired" my vehicle on numerous occasions to no avail. After at least 5, definitely more, trips to the mechanic I have repaired the alternator twice, the idle air control valve, brakes, motor mounts, done a transmission fluid change, and have had to repair 2 flywheels in the transmission. That list does not include the general maintenance of plugs, filters, and oil. I can't deal with this anymore. This is not actually my vehicle, this is my mothers vehicle, but regardless of who's vehicle it is, this is not acceptable. What it basically is doing is when it reaches a certain mileage it will basically "kick/jerk/push forward" (for a lack of terms) when it reaches 12 MPH and 32 MPH and I'm certain of others but my mother virtually never drives above 45 MPH so anything above that I'm uncertain of. It also has a very hard time accelerating to 20 MPH. Once it's above 20 MPH it's easy and accelerates very fast. My mother has nearly been hit twice due to this inability to accelerate as fast as it should. I have taken it too hyundai and they refused to look at the vehicle saying it is out of warranty, so I took it too numerous different mechanics. I am getting 3 different answers, something in the fuel/air line, engine computer module, and transmission. I do not want to have to pay for any of these repairs so I haven't done any of them, but I am thinking that this definitely needs to be reported. There are transmission and electrical items being reported which may be related to this. If this is as numerous as I'm seeing on here, you may want to issue a recall on this vehicle. Once is a coincidence, 5 times is phenomena, but over 20 times is an explicit failure by the company, no matter if the vehicle is 30 days old or 30 years old.

Filed Jun 30, 2005 · Fuel system · IL

1997 hyundai sonata has defective fuel tank. Leaking gas from the upper part of on the fuel tank. There was a recall on the tank in the year 2001..and my car was fixed, however it has reoccured (same problem). I took to dealer and they would not honor the recall, due to the fact it had already been done. I also called the manufacturor and they would also not honor. There is also a defect in the door lock, not allowing the door to even open.

Filed Jun 4, 2005 · Fuel system · 148,000 miles · PA

Recall # 00v314001 1997 hyundai sonata I had called dealer to ask of recall they had informed me that this vehicle has been serviced for this problem three times. And they had said that it is out of warranty and they will not repair. My question is are they still responsible for the defect that has been repaired three times. I am leaving the VIN # also [xxx] please help thanks. *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Aug 31, 2004 · Fuel system · 128,000 miles · ID

Recall 001v314001 concerning fuel tank. After having recall repairs done consumer smelled gasoline odors, and check engine light illuminated while driving. Vehicle was repaired on five separate times by the dealer, but problem recurred. Consumer complained that the dealer wanted to charge for the next repairs.

Filed Aug 27, 2004 · Fuel system · 25,000 miles · NY

Recall 00v314001 concerning fuel tank. After refilling the fuel tank consumer smelled strong gasoline odor. Contacted the dealer concerning this recall. Dealer informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to VIN.

Filed Jun 2, 2004 · Fuel system · 33,116 miles · RI

Recall regarding gas tank problem.*mr while driving the consumer hit a pothole in the road. Shortly after all the fuel in the fuel tank leaked out. The dealer did not save the tank or inspect it further because the consumer hit a pothole. Sometime in 2001 the consumer received a recall (00v-314001) regarding a gas tank problem. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the recall work was done.

Filed May 9, 2004 · Fuel system, Visibility · 118,468 miles · NJ

Fuel tank recalls below have not been properly fixed. Fuel tank still takes on too much pressure and vehicle has also failed emissions inspection. Windshield washer motor has failed twice (currently broken). Hazard light switch has failed 4 times.*ak 1997 hyundai sonata l4-1997cc 2.0l dohc mfi safety recalls tsb number issue date tsb title 01-01-004 mar 01 recall - canister air filter replacement emissions recalls tsb number issue date tsb title 01-01-004-1 apr 01 recall - canister air intake/fuel tank replacement

Filed Jan 2, 2004 · Fuel system · 56,529 miles · PA

After making several appointments to have the fuel tank recall 00v314001 performed the parts weren't available.

Filed May 28, 2003 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · NY

The evaporative emission control systems may apply excessive vacuum to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle. Minor fuel tank distortion could result. A small crack could develop on the upper fuel tank surface. The check engine light would then illuminate and, in some cases, the vehicle driver noticed a gasoline odor. This recall failed .

Filed Apr 3, 2003 · Fuel system · NJ

I am writing to complain against difeo hyundai, hudson mall, rt. 440, jersey city, nj. I had the following recalls done on my hyundai sonata 97 (VIN [xxx]) from difeo in january, 03: the federal safety agency campaign: 97v026000. The federal safety agency campaign: 00v314001 difeo had to replace the fuel tank as a part of the recall. Soon after the recall was done, I noticed that the fuel gauge needle was stuck on the upper end. Spoke to difeo service manager [xxx] about this problem on 2/14/03 and took an apptment for 2/18/03 morning. Confirmed the apptment before leaving on 2/18/03. However, on reaching the service center I was turned away because it was closed for the day. This is not the first time difeo has shown such unprofessional attitude in servicing the recall. 1.when I approached difeo the first time in november 2002, the dealer refused any knowledge of a recall. Had to have hyundai USA call them up to inform about the recall. 2.after this when I went to the service center on 1/11/03 the representative there (mike), again refused any knowledge of such a recall. 3.again had to go back to hyundai USA for help. Had [xxx] at 1800 633 5151 x [xxx] talk to [xxx]. Only then did difeo agree to service the recall. 4.finally dropped off the car on 1/25/03. Mike from difeo informed me the same evening that the car was ready for pickup. However, on reaching the service center I was informed that car was not ready yet and the gas tank would have to be replaced. 5.finally the fuel tank was replaced. Am sure the problem with the fuel gauge has occurred because of difeo's poor workmanship. I am apprehensive if driving the car in its present state might endanger my safety. Difeo was hesitant to service the recall in the beginning and when forced, did a shoddy job out of it. I demand that difeo pick up the car from my residence and drop it back after doing a thorough job of the recall. I request you to get me some relief from this harassment. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.