2013 Hyundai Sonata: engine overheating

Filed Jul 15, 2025 · Lights · 199,500 miles · AL

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the taillight bulbs failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the taillight bulbs overheated and burned out quickly. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with taillight wiring harness failure. The contact was informed that the taillight wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the contact stated that the recall notification was not received. The contact was advised to contact the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 199,500.

Filed Sep 17, 2022 · Electrical, Lights · WI

I have contacted the Hyundai headquarters several times, about what I believe to be an electrical problem in my vehicle. The lights (break and drive) in my vehicle continue to blow out, even after being replaced numerous times. My break light casing has melted, as a result of what I believe to be associated with a previous recall. This recall, caused break lights to remain on, which caused overheating and burning. I took my car to the dealership to service this problem after being instructed to do so be a representative. However, I was informed that there was no issue, that needed to be serviced. However, I continue to experience this issue. I have witnessed countless Hyundai’s being driven by other drivers and they too, seem to experiencing malfunctioning break lights. I even paid to have a diagnostic test completed at the Hyundai dealership, in an attempt to rectify the problem. However, I was informed the there was no electrical issue present. This is a huge safety concern, because driving without properly working lights, is illegal and I have received traffic violations for doing so. It is extremely unsafe, due to having the ability to cause accidents on the road. If other drivers are not aware of my vehicle stopping or even being on the road, due to improperly displayed lights. It creates a huge safety concern. Recently, I’ve begun to smell gas coming from my vehicle and then I received the recall notice associated with the fuel pump. Since then, I have received a second notice regarding this recall. Neither letter, addresses when my vehicle will be serviced. I am extremely nervous to drive my vehicle, due to the fuel leakage and the ability that it can cause a fire in my engine. I am extremely displeased with Hyundai, and I no longer want this vehicle. Since purchasing this car, there have been several recalls. Additionally, I have attempted to speak with Hyundai directly, and they have refused to assist me further.

Filed Dec 5, 2021 · Engine, Transmission · CA · fire

Ref: NHTA Recall Number: 20V‑746 Hyundai REcall Number:198 (2nd recall fix ) After the above recall fix we had informed the Hyundai about engine heating up, we were told this is false alarm and car has monitoring system recall issue, Recall would would be mailed. I have all the dealer bill to prove the engine was heating up, they replaced certain part at our expense ( bill attached ) After above recall Fix by Hyundai Dealer in San Leandro, CA. we had engine overheating and car started engine started vibrating & I could see smoke from the exhaust. it ceased in the middle of the highway. Please note: Our Car has been services by Hyundai dealer. Note: if you look at the second safety recall notice, It does state in safety notice about engine compartments fire while driving for many reason and depending on the severity of the fire. the identification of the cause can be untraceable.. Above incidence happened just after your dealer did 2nd recall fix. IMO - It proves that recall fix was faulty and overheating engine cause the engine blew-up. Car has been with the dealership repair for 3rd recall. since a month Hyundai dealer asking us $9K to fix the car. I have reported the incidence to Hyundai Corporate under the case # 18811202. They are not responding. Dealer did contact Hyundai Corporate to get the engine change request, either the request if denied or gone unanswered.

Filed Nov 10, 2021 · Electrical · CA

Any time the light switch is on the "on"position several electrical issues happen. Headlights come on randomly after car turned off and drain battery.Brake light bulbs overheat, burn out and melt casing frequently. Consol lights come on that are not selected and should not be illuminated. Cruise control wont work and engine can loose power momentarily. Was taken for service in 2019 at folsom lake Hyundai dealership but was told no other reports found and they couldnt replicate issue. Nothing was done. Have issues every winter when headlights are used more frequently. Issues getting worse as time goes on.

Filed Dec 7, 2020 · Lights · LA

I have to change my passenger tail light bulb every month this is not normal, now since it got overheated it had melted to the socket,I found it very hazardous

Filed Sep 17, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 100,555 miles · OH

Driving my car 2013 hyundai sonata from nyc to ohio, car overheated and shut down on interstate 80 west bound police mandated a tow to nearby mechanic where they said my thermostat along with thermostat housing was fried up. It was replaced only to 3 months later car overheated again, along with gas smells in the air vents, and stalling as well as total engine power loss. However, couple months later, recall 189 was issued but didn't resolve overheating issue, in fact made the car reacted more negatively. One more month later I was notified of hyundai theta engine class action law suit settlement and pursued nearby dealership who said they would diagnose it, which showed 7 coders showing misfire and one for battery faulty and one for the gas rail and pipes. My dealership didn't notify hyundai that I mentioned my car had been stalling, shutting itself down a few times and hyundai denied my claim for repairs under this settlement which is a lifetime warranty on the engine. There is extremely something faulty with the gas piping on this engine

Filed Sep 16, 2020 · Engine · 106,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to her residence. The contact contacted an unknown dealer and was informed that the engine needed to be replace due to coolant leaking into the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.

Filed Sep 9, 2020 · Lights · 100,000 miles · GA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that both the driver side and passenger side rear brake light bulbs had malfunctioned and would not illuminate. While replacing the bulbs it was discovered that the light bulbs had overheated and melted into the bulb socket. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure had occurred on multiple occasions. Also while operating the vehicle the check engine light would remain illuminated. The local dealer five star hyundai of macon located at 3010 riverside dr, macon, ga 31210 was notified of the failures but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 100,000.*dt

Filed Jun 23, 2020 · Electrical · OH

Purchased a 2013 hyundai sonata in september 2019 from hyundai superior north in fairfield ohio. There has been an ongoing outage with the passenger side tail light overheating and blowing out. I replaced it three times( november 2019, twice in june 2020) since my purchase. The most recent replacement it blew out the same day. I seen there are reviews and videos on the internet stating this is an ongoing problem with 2013 sonatas. This is a road hazard and illegal operation of a vehicle if pulled over by law enforcement when will a recall be issued and resolved? To add to the bulb /electrical problem. A month ago a recall letter was mailed for oveheating motor with no remedy in place to fix it. I feel like I purchased a lemon with all the issues starting to pile up. My car only has 68,000 miles on it. As a first time buyer this is unacceptable and beneath my expectations for hyundai. I need these recalls resolved immediately. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *cc

Filed Oct 4, 2019 · Electrical, Lights · 80,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. While operating the vehicle, the driver's side tail light was inoperable. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the rear driver's side tail light wiring harness was faulty, melted, and deformed due to overheating. The vehicle was taken to terry lee hyundai and the wiring harness was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 16214958. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Feb 13, 2019 · Lights · 100,000 miles · TX

Brake lights and tail light has blown 50+ times since I've had the vehicle. The brake lights are overheating and causing discoloration and a fire hazard. The bulbs get so hot that the plastic casing are warped.

Filed Oct 22, 2018 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 50,000 miles · FL

This issue has been a constant in my car, which I purchased new. My brake lights stop working. I have replaced them at least 10 times since I bought the vehicle. I consulted my dealership and they told me that the car had a defect. The brake light socket overheated and melted and caused the brake lights to fail. I checked the socket, and it is melted. I was told that it was a brake sensor problem. My dealership told me that I would have to pay to replace the whole brake/taillight assembly. This is obviously a safety concern. I only learn that my lights are not working when someone outside the vehicle, usually someone driving behind me, lets me know. Also, the melted socket would seem to be a real fire hazard.