2013 Hyundai Sonata: airbags did not deploy in a crash

Filed Aug 24, 2023 · Engine · 5,500 miles · NC · crash

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle in front of her stopped abruptly, prompting her to slam on the brakes. The contacts vehicle was rear-ended by another vehicle, which caused her to crashed into the vehicle in front of her.The air bags failed to deploy. The contact stated that the crash caused her to hit her head. The contact was transported to the hospital by emergency services. The contact did not recall whether she had sustained a head injury. A police report was filed. The dealer was notified of the failure. Additionally, the contact stated upon taking the vehicle to a local Pep Boys for oil change, she was informed that the oil gasket was leaking. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the oil gasket was replaced, and the oil change was completed. The contact stated that she later noticed that the vehicle had consumed 2 quarts of oil after 2,000 miles. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who requested service records in order to perform an oil consumption test. The contact stated that the failure increased to 4 quarts of oil after 2,000 miles. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where an oil consumption test was performed and the contact was informed to return every 1,000 miles for additional testing. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who informed the contact that they could not provide assistance unless the engine was knocking. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V226000 (Engine And Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,500.

Filed Nov 21, 2022 · Airbags · 240,000 miles · TX · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a deer. During the crash, the front end of the vehicle was severely damaged but the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained a head contusion, headache, and torso discomfort. The vehicle was later towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 240,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2022 · Acceleration, Fuel system · GA · crash

I was driving my daughter’s 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid to the gym early one Sunday morning. I pulled into the parking lot to park the car. When I stopped to put the car in park the car suddenly accelerated and I drove through the glass wall of the gym. The car accelerated through the gym, hit a metal pole , and crashed into a wall on the far side of the gym. The front end of the driver’s side corner was smashed in and my airbags did not go off.

Filed Jul 8, 2022 · Airbags · 100,000 miles · GA · crash · 2 injuries

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop at the traffic light with a passenger sitting in the front passenger seat, another vehicle crashed into the driver's side front end of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained whiplash and soreness on the neck, shoulder, and back. The other passenger sustained soreness all over the body. The contact and the other passenger later sought medical assistance. A police report was filed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence though the bumper had detached and the vehicle was shuddering while driving. The vehicle was towed to an autobody shop for repair. The vehicle was then towed to an unknown local Hyundai dealer where the tires and frame were inspected. The dealer was notified of the air bags failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 18V137000 (Seat Belts, Air Bags), which she associated with the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2021 · Airbags, Transmission · 76,876 miles · CA · crash

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that upon placing the vehicle into the (R) reverse position; the vehicle independently accelerated backward into her neighbor's driveway and hit two parked vehicles. The vehicle came to a stop when it crashed into the second vehicle and that second parked vehicle was deemed destroyed. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. No injuries were reported and a police report was filed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle back across the street and parked the vehicle on the road. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed her that since her vehicle was involved in an assurance claim, they could not render any assistance. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and informed her that an investigation could not be performed unless she signed a waiver. The vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in the possession of the contact. The failure mileage was 76,876.

Filed Jul 28, 2021 · Airbags, Engine · 200,000 miles · TX · crash · 1 injury

The contact owned a 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at 20-30 MPH, he heard an abnormal beeping sound and the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond and remained on the floorboard, the steering wheel locked, and the vehicle crashed into a fire hydrant. There was severe damage to the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning lights illuminated. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot, where it was totaled. The contact sustained injuries in the head and sought medical attention. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Feb 13, 2020 · Airbags, Engine · 123,343 miles · AL · crash · 1 injury

Airbag didn't deploy and the seatbelt released me I bump my head on the side of the door blank out and was awaken when my head hit the dash . Car is total

Filed Feb 5, 2020 · Airbags · 41,000 miles · FL · crash

I had am accident and was hit hard and damage to passenger side an the airbags didnt go off. I was in motion on us 19 highway.

Filed Nov 25, 2019 · Brakes, Steering · 59,037 miles · TN · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. While driving 20 MPH and making a right turn, the steering wheel and brakes seized. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle slid into a pole. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 59,037.

Filed Aug 19, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 77,000 miles · SC · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle at a compete stop when the brake pedal was released, the vehicle unintended accelerated causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. As a result, the contact crashed into a pole causing severe damage to the front of the vehicle. No warning lights illumined prior to the failure. The air bags did not deploy on impact. The contacts spouse sustained severe bruising from the seatbelt that required medical attention. It was unknown if medical attention was sought. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to fort mill hyundai (805 gold hill road, fort hill, sc 29708, 855‑615‑6368). The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and case number 15899953 was filed. The manufacturer had a copy of the vehicle logs and informed that contact the brake pedal was not applied. The failure mileage was 77,000. *tt *tr photos attached 'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed Jun 7, 2019 · Airbags · 80,000 miles · KY · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that while her son was driving at unknown speeds, his shoe was entangled/stuck in the accelerator pedal and crashed the vehicle into a fence and a townhouse. There were no reported injuries. The check engine warning indicator light was illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. There was no fire due to the crash. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Feb 27, 2019 · Airbags · 86,900 miles · IN · crash

Driver door collision. No airbag deployed.