The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. While driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact coasted right into the neighborhood and stopped in front of the neighbor's home. The vehicle remained parked. The contact stated that the front driver’s side seat belt failed to lock in the latch intermittently. The contact spoke with the dealer, before the failure, who confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V226000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); because the vehicle was previously inspected under the recall and it was deemed that the engine did not need to be replaced, and that the recall was closed. The dealer was not contacted after the failure. The vehicle was diagnosed or repaired for engine or seat belt failures. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 169,000.
2013 Hyundai Sonata: seat belt won't latch or retract
15 of the 1,921 complaints about the 2013 Hyundai Sonata describe seat belt won't latch or retract.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 80,000
- recalls
- 2
Seat belt won't latch or retract by model year
What owners say
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt buckle assembly had failed and was unable to be buckled after several attempts. Additionally, the contact stated that the front passenger's side seat belt buckle assembly was inoperable. The contact stated that he was an independent mechanic and had determined that the front driver's side seat belt buckle assembly and the front passenger's side seat belt buckle assembly needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
I bought this Hyundai 2013 Sonata in June of 2020 with 62,500 miles on it. I do not drive very much as have health issues and needed a good car to take my husband with dementia and myself to doctors and stores etc. After just a few months of owning the car the drivers side seatbelt does not retract when it is clicked in. It just stays loose across my chest. Very scary as don't think it will hold me in in case of accident. I am 67 yrs old so not like I abused the seatbelt and I see it is a common problem but a dangerous one. I am on a fixed income and cannot afford to fix it and think with so many complaints about the seatbelt not locking in place or pulling tight like it should Hyundai should be made to fix the seatbelt. After owning the car 3 years I have only put 1500 miles on it as now around 64,500. Thank you
The seatbelt retractor won’t click for my seatbelt to stay in.
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the chest strap failed to tighten after locking the seat belt into place. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the seat belt retractor to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and provided the contact a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 179,000.
Seatbelt failed too retract correctly allowing door to be shut on it leading too door ajar sensor damage or failure leaving red light at bottom of driver door always turned on draining battery every time overnight. Only fix for this was too remove sensor to prevent battery drain but now my car locks door even with engine turned on. Saftey issue. Cost of fuel roadside unlock assistance and battery check or replacement cost.
Tl* the contact owns 2013 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that the engine was making a whining noise. Additionally, the heater housing was getting hot needed to be replaced. The contact also stated that the front driver's side seat belt failed to retract causing damage to the front driver's side door. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v746000 (engine) and 17v152000 (seat belts). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v121000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to modern hyundai of concord dealer located at 965 concord pkwy s., concord, nc 28027 and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact also stated that the driver's side seat belt failed to retract and the same dealer stated that there was no recall for the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 hyundai sonata. While stopped at a red light, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. As a result, the contact struck the preceding vehicle. The air bags deployed. The contact stated that the seat belt restraint system failed to operate as intended. The contact stated that the seat belt support and front passenger seat fractured. The contact sustained a concussion, a hematoma on the forehead, and swelling of the brain. The front seat passenger sustained injuries to the head and swelling when her head struck the windshield. Two additional passengers in the rear seats sustained minor injuries. The contact and passengers sought medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 89,500.
The rear seat middle seatbelt does not lock. It slips in and out, therefore eliminating the possibility of a safety restraint for the middle rear passenger. This occured when sitting still, and attempting to secure a child into the seat.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. While driving at a low rate of speed, the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. The driver's side seat belt failed to restrain upon impact and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to a collision center and a repair shop who ordered that the seat belt and part be replaced. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v152000 (seat belts). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no solution. The VIN and failure mileage were not available. Updated 08/08/17*lj the consumer upon rear ending another vehicle, the seat belt released and the airbags deployed. The consumer received cuts and bruises on the arms.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 hyundai sonata. While driving approximately 70 MPH there was a sudden loss of power and the vehicle veered to the left. The driver's side seat belt failed to restrain and the vehicle crashed into a wall. The plastic piece fractured from the driver's side seat belt, which completely detached. The contact sustained multiple injuries from the crash that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. It was not certain as to whether the air bags fully deployed. The vehicle was extensively damaged and the contact was waiting for a response from the manufacturer to further investigate how the failure occurred. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. ...updated 03/15/17 *bf ...updated 03/29/17 *bf updated 05/09/17*lj
Related recalls
Seat belts: pretensioner
- What is wrong
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V‑152. The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
- Risk
- If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will again verify the connection between the seat belt linkage and the pretensioner and additionally install a warning label to prevent future seat belt linkage detachment, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 169.
Recall number 17V617000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for the recall is 160.
Recall number 17V152000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2013 Hyundai Sonata seat belt
Is seat belt won't latch or retract a common problem on the 2013 Hyundai Sonata?
15 of 1,921 owner complaints about the 2013 Hyundai Sonata (1%) mention seat belt won't latch or retract. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2013 Hyundai Sonata?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2013 Hyundai Sonata
Engine failure 243Stalling 184Knocking 172Check engine light 163Fire or smoke 108Loss of power 95Steering noise 92Headlights 69Won't start 65Pulling 50Oil consumption 49Harsh shifting 45Jerking 36Warning lights 36Hesitation 33Fuel smell 30Airbag light 29No deployment 29Fuel leak 23Fuel pump 22Adaptive cruise 21Brake failure 21Grinding brakes 21Door locks 20Sudden acceleration 17Sunroof shattered 17Coil spring 16Overheating 16Won't shift 15Power steering loss 14ABS 13Key fob 12Steering lock-up 12Ball joint 8Battery drain 8Backup camera 6Spongy pedal 5
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