2001 Hyundai Sonata power train problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2001 Hyundai Sonata — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I came to a complete stop after driving only 10mph, my engine cradle dropped down there for smashing through my front axel, and turning in both of my front wheels. Not realizing what happened I continued to drive to a repair shop. Both tires popped. I called a tow truck and paid an outrageous…”
filed Apr 3, 2013
“When I accelerate from a stand still,( stop sign, stop light, etc. ) the car frequently hesitates before it starts moving, which makes it dangerous not knowing if you are going get across a street before traffic gets to you. I have had the car in many times to the dealer, but they have failed to…”
filed Feb 22, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicleâ  s ownerâ  s manual. ï · Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. ï · Use…
21-AT-006H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 21, 2021
Power Train problems in other Sonata years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Sonata | 6 | 14% |
| 2023 Sonata | 15 | 18% |
| 2022 Sonata | 24 | 26% |
| 2021 Sonata | 22 | 18% |
| 2020 Sonata | 23 | 14% |
| 2019 Sonata | 8 | 5% |
| 2018 Sonata | 39 | 11% |
| 2017 Sonata | 55 | 7% |
| 2016 Sonata | 59 | 8% |
| 2015 Sonata | 133 | 12% |
| 2014 Sonata | 54 | 7% |
| 2013 Sonata | 94 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Hyundai Sonata
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.