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2001 Hyundai XG300 engine problems

18 complaints (28% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 51,000.

owner complaints
18
of this car's complaints
28%
typical mileage
51,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Engine
    10
  • Exhaust system: emission control
    2
  • Engine: gasoline
    2
  • Cooling system
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Hyundai XG300 engine problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Hyundai XG300 engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Stalling 14Check engine light 8

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2001 Hyundai XG300 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 18, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · 51,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai xg300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and driven cautiously on the shoulder. In addition, there was an unexpected acceleration and unknown electrical issues. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to detect a trouble code. The contact stated that the alternator had been previously replaced by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000. ...updated 12-24-13

Filed Sep 5, 2009 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 52,000 miles · WI

I have ongoing problems with my car since after purchase in 2007. Hyundai case #3479162 check engine light was going on and staying on unless the battery would die. Failed emissions said to be caused by air sensors but codes kept getting whipped out.car has been to dealer countless times! Car lunges thrashing motion while at a stop or driving. The air bag light stays on at all times,the first time the lunging happened I thought I was out of gas, with the exception of the violent thrashing that occured/s. My cars control panel,headlights and interior lights dim,shut off at will. All radio & control panel lights come on and go off at any time. The radio starts changing from fm to am to cd at any given time including while the car is turned off and unattended. The tail lights, brake lights and running lights also turn on/off by themselves whether driving the car or if the car is sitting in my driveway. I have to get my car jumped every time I go to start it .it wasn't until earlier this year that a neighbor came to let me know that I left my lights on in the middle of the night. I knew nobody had been in my car because I was recovering from a major surgery and my car keys are always with me. This incident with the neighbor shed light on part of the problem. Now I know why my battery is constantly dead. I just don't know why the car is turning on it's electrical components. The ongoing problem with the battery drain has caused the codes for the car to keep being erased so there is no way to diagnose cause for the check engine /air bag light coming on. It's frightening that the lights go on or off, day or night, without cause. This is very dangerous while night driving! The stalling out while driving causes complete loss of the steering/brakescontrols and all power. I am terrified of hwy driving now! I could cause an accident that may kill me or someone else!the thrashing and lunging of the car scares me. The electrical is going on at least 8x day/night. This car is dangerous!

Filed Sep 5, 2009 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 52,000 miles · WI

I have ongoing problems with my car since after purchase in 2007. Hyundai case #3479162 check engine light was going on and staying on unless the battery would die.failed emissions said to be caused by air sensors but codes kept getting whipped out.car has been to dealer countless times! Car lunges thrashing motion while at a stop or driving.the air bag light stays on at all times,the first time the lunging happened I thought I was out of gas, with the exception of the violent thrashing that occurred/s. My cars control panel,headlights and interior lights dim,shut off at will. All radio & control panel lights come on and go off at any time.the radio starts changing from fm to am to cd at any given time including while the car is turned off and unattended. The tail lights, brake lights and running lights also turn on/off by themselves whether driving the car or if the car is sitting in my driveway. I have to get my car jumped every time I go to start it .it wasn't until earlier this year that a neighbor came to let me know that I left my lights on in the middle of the night. I knew nobody had been in my car because I was recovering from a major surgery and my car keys are always with me. This incident with the neighbor shed light on part of the problem. Now I know why my battery is constantly dead.I just don't know why the car is turning on it's electrical components.the ongoing problem with the battery drain has caused the codes for the car to keep being erased so there is no way to diagnose cause for the check engine /air bag light coming on. It's frightful that the lights go on or off, day or night, without cause.this is very dangerous while night driving! The stalling out while driving causes complete loss of the steering/brakescontrols and all power. I am terrified of hwy driving now! I could cause an accident that may kill me or someone else!the thrashing and lunging of the car scares me. The electrical is going on at least 8x day/nite. This car is dangerous!

Filed Aug 14, 2006 · Airbags, Brakes · TN

1. Have had brakes replaced and rotors recalibrated twice and still have vibration upon braking. Dealership says I'm not braking properly and causing brakes to overheat, which causing rotors to warp. I've been braking the same way for 35 years and never had this problem. 2. Air conditioner still does not cool properly and has been in shop several times. Dealership says there is a leak in the A/C coolant, but they cannot find it. 3. Car continually stutters at high speeds, dealership has replaced numerous parts, but problem persists. 4. Engine began making clacking noise about 2 months ago. Dealership said bad gas was cause, but high-grade gasoline has not fixed problem. Dealership said I needed a tune-up, but that did not fix problem. Dealership says they cannot hear noise, but noise is clearly audible when accelerated and climbing hills (2-4 rpms). Dealership still says they don't hear a problem and cannot find anything wrong. This is of major concern to me, as I'm afraid the engine will blow up while on a major highway. 5. Airbag light came on about a month ago, and won't go off, although nothing is wrong is airbags. 6. Radio has a short that causes radio to go on and off intermittently. If a cd is put in the cd player and left there while radio is in use, the radio works fine. 7. This car has been in the shop so many times since it was purchased in december of 2001, I can't fit the repair and workorder sheets in the glove compartment any more, and the service technicians know me by name and sight.

Filed Nov 28, 2005 · Engine · 72,600 miles · OH

The hyundai 300 xg timing belt broke....engine failure and destroyed

Filed Aug 18, 2005 · Engine · PA

I have had several problems with my 2001 xg300 since purchased in march 2001. I had to take it to the dealer because of hesitation on acceleration and making a rumbling noise in the engine 2 months after I purchased it. The first time the car was supposed to be fixed, I drove it less than 2 miles and it was doing the same thing. The second time the manager said he would take the care himself and after he putting over 50 miles on my care and keeping it 4 days it appeared to be fixed. More recently, the engine light came on the car was bucking while in gear and lunging while at a dead stop. They kept my car for 2 weeks to replace the induction valve, throttle body and gasket, air flow sensor. (they couldn't find the part anywhere in the country was what I was told) and after 2 weeks and $375.00 for a 30,000 mile check, the next day the care did the same thing. Returned the car they kept it 1 day stating it was computer problem and that night the car was still bucking while stopped. I will attempt to have it repaired again but I believe this car to be defective. This car has also been towed 3 times. Another incident, the car cut off and stayed in the dealership for 3 days for them to replace the battery. I will be checking the lemon law criteria.

Filed Aug 11, 2004 · Engine · MD

Intermittently, while driving at any speed vehicle stalled . This caused loss of steering and brakes. Dealership inspected vehicle several times, and kept the vehicle for over night. They could not duplicate or correct the problem.

Filed Jun 25, 2004 · Body, Engine · OK

Ltr fm maxwell parrish sr (ok) re defective air conditioner/heater display in his 2001 hyundai xg-300 & defective michelin tires. *mr since the vehicle was purchased the vehicle has had three blowouts and nine flat tires. The manager at the firestone store concluded that the original equipment tires were constructed from inferior rubber. The A/C and heater display cannot be seen on bright sunny days and the check engine light illuminates intermittently.

Filed Feb 26, 2004 · Engine · DE

While driving at 50 MPH engine light indicator flashed, stayed on. Then, engine lost power. This action occurred since october 23, 2004. Dealer replaced egr system, engine solenoid, but problem recurred.

Filed Feb 26, 2004 · Engine · 35,000 miles · GA

While driving 45 MPH vehicle's stalled in traffic. *ak

Questions about the 2001 Hyundai XG300 engine

Does the 2001 Hyundai XG300 have engine problems?

Owners have filed 18 complaints about the engine of the 2001 Hyundai XG300, 28% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2001 Hyundai XG300 engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 51,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Hyundai XG300 engine?

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

Other 2001 Hyundai XG300 problems

Electrical 14Airbags 10Transmission 10Brakes 9Acceleration 7Body 5Fuel system 5Suspension 5Driver assistance 3Lights 3Locks 2Seat belts 1Tires 1

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