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2006 Hyundai Sonata body problems

44 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 65,000. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
44
of this car's complaints
4%
typical mileage
65,000
crashes
2
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Body
    21
  • Frame and members
    4
  • Body: door
    4
  • Frame and members: underbody shields
    3

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Hyundai Sonata body problems in other years

19901995200020052010201520202024

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2006 Hyundai Sonata owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 2, 2021 · Body, Steering · NJ

I was driving 25 miles when the rear axle broke. According to research, this is a part that was not replaced in recall in 2013. I need the repair because the car is not moving. I almost crashed the car with another one. We were my pregnant wife and me. Recall 113

Filed Mar 2, 2021 · Body, Steering · 25 miles · NJ

I was driving 25 miles when the rear axle broke. According to research, this is a part that was not replaced in recall in 2013. I need the repair because the car is not moving. I almost crashed the car with another one. We were my pregnant wife and me. Recall 113

Filed Mar 2, 2021 · Body, Steering · 143 miles · NJ

I was driving when the rear axle broke. According to research, this is a part not replaced in recall in 2013. Recall 113 I almost collided the vehicle with another one.

Filed May 18, 2020 · Body, Suspension · 112,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle fish tailed out of control. The rear driver's side wheel struck the inner wheel well and subframe. The contact slowed the vehicle and moved the vehicle onto road shoulder. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The mechanic stated that the upper control arm fractured due to corrosion. The subframe and fuel tank were also corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 112,000.

Filed Oct 29, 2018 · Body, Suspension · 121,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact 2006 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that the driver side rear axle cross member was rusted and fractured. The traction control light illuminated. The contact called the lujack hyundai dealer (563‑445‑4307, 101 w 37th st, davenport, ia 52806) and was told that there was no recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact back to the same dealer, stating that the vehicle was under a warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 121,000.

Filed Mar 29, 2018 · Body · 170,000 miles · NY

Today I took my car to the dealership for a recall on the rear cross member. I also wanted to pay for a four wheel alignment at my own cost. I dropped my car off this morning only to be called a couple hours later. The gentleman stated that he couldn't do an alignment on the front tires because "the front subframe is rotted around the control arm mounting points." he said that my car was "very unsafe" and that I really shouldn't drive it. My ride had left and I was 40 minutes from home. I had no choice. Thankfully, I made it home safely and now it's parked for awhile. But after some research I saw that 2001-2004 hyundai sonata were recalled for the front subframe rotting away. Not only that, I saw many cases of owners of 2006 hyundai sonata with the same problem that I am having. He told me that the cost to repair would be over $1,300. Oh my. So, many other 2006 hyundai sonata owners are having the same problem with the front subframe rotting and rusting out. I really feel like something should be done about this.

Filed Nov 7, 2016 · Airbags, Body · GA

I done had 2 accidents in this car, each time a deer ran out in front of me while driving 60 MPH or better and I hit it and tore my front end up both times and each time the airbags never came out, so this last time, my car was totaled and the airbag never popped out...

Filed Sep 6, 2016 · Body · 119,000 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic for a state inspection. While the vehicle was on the lift, the mechanic noticed that the rear cross member was severely rusted and multiple holes were present. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 119,000.

Filed Aug 11, 2016 · Body · 66,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the front undercarriage fractured without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 66,000.

Filed Jan 20, 2016 · Body · 103,533 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that the exterior rear driver and passenger side door handles were detached. The interior rear passenger side door handle was also detached. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,533.

Questions about the 2006 Hyundai Sonata body

Does the 2006 Hyundai Sonata have body problems?

Owners have filed 44 complaints about the body of the 2006 Hyundai Sonata, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2006 Hyundai Sonata body problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 65,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Hyundai Sonata body?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Hyundai Sonata have the most body problems?

The Hyundai Sonata model years with the most body complaints are 2010 (164 complaints), 2000 (109 complaints) and 2002 (88 complaints).

Other 2006 Hyundai Sonata problems

Airbags 435Visibility 186Seat belts 102Electrical 86Suspension 86Brakes 85Engine 73Driver assistance 61Lights 45Acceleration 39Steering 35Fuel system 22Transmission 22Seats 13Wheels 10Tires 8Locks 6

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