PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated March 2026
266
complaints filed for the 2013 model year
2010–2015
Model years affected
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Start my diagnosis →Recall remedy part not yet available months later
Check engine light: Off
ABS fluid leaking onto electrical wiring causes fires; owners report the recall remedy part "was not yet available" months after NHTSA Campaign 23V651000 was issued — the same recall already confirmed on the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Accent, and Hyundai Santa Fe.
Loud knocking, metal shavings in oil pan
Check engine light: On
Connecting rod bearing failures cause sudden engine seizure — "engine started clicking and shaking," "loud knocking noise," "metal shavings in oil pan," most occurring without warning at highway speeds. Consistent with the Theta II engine defect family documented on the Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, and Hyundai Santa Fe.
Stretched door latch cables, a safety risk in an emergency
Check engine light: Off
Rear passenger doors cannot be opened from inside or outside, described as "a safety risk in an emergency," attributed to stretched door latch cables.
Owners of other Hyundai and Kia models report the same
Check engine light: Off
Several complainants report denied warranty coverage "despite known defects."
Incorrect addresses on file
Check engine light: Off
Multiple complainants report never receiving recall notification due to incorrect addresses on file.
The transmission won't shift and the check engine light comes on due to failed speed sensors in the transmission
Check engine light: On
The transmission won't shift and the check engine light comes on due to failed speed sensors in the transmission. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 107 owner reports on file.
There is no sound from the speakers
Check engine light: Off
There is no sound from the speakers. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 60 owner reports on file.
The latest software for the transmission control module and correct fluid should be confirmed for proper shift quality
Check engine light: Off
The latest software for the transmission control module and correct fluid should be confirmed for proper shift quality. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 25 owner reports on file.
Recall 23V651000 for the ABS module fire hazard has documented long parts-availability delays. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
ABS fluid leaking onto electrical wiring causes fires, with owners reporting the recall remedy part "was not yet available" months after the campaign was issued. The same recall covers several other Hyundai models. Separately, connecting rod bearing failures are consistent with the Theta II engine defect family documented on multiple Hyundai and Kia nameplates.