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2007 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Discussions
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Causes of Excessive Tire Wear
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Causes of Excessive Tire Wear
I have a 2007 Hyundai Sonata Limited. I am on my fourth set of tires in 90,000 miles. Can anyone tell me why the tires wear out so fast on the trailing rear tires?
Hyundai Sonata Maintenance and Repair
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Re: SPIII [geoblue]
In my Sonata I used SPIII until last year at the 60K mile mark. I did a drain and fill at 20K miles and at 40K miles. At 60K miles I switched over to Valvoline Maxlife which lists all the Hyundai specs including the newest SPIV spec. After 14K miles so far with the Maxlife I can say it is definitely an improvement over the SPIII. The transmission shifts smoother now, ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2012 Sonata 2.4 SE 22,800 OTD good price??? [longo2]
The old days of buying the same car again and again are over...brand loyalty is starting to become a thing of the past. I went from Toyota to Nissan to Honda and if I had to buy a car today, I'd either go to Hyundai or Buick, as in Verano. Got new plugs and a air filter for the Mazda3 since we're over the 100k mrk and talked with the wife. ... Read More
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Re: 2012 Sonata SE Turbo [rick2456]
The end of the month thing is not always true. High volume dealers like Town Hyundai in Dennville, NJ and Fiztmall offer the same deals throughout the month. Our most recent purchase was Feb. 2007; '07 Sonata SE MSRP $22,080, purchase price $16,650. OTD with 6% tax, registration and various fees was $18,189. This price was quoted by Towne Hyundai on Feb 16, 2007, the middle of the nonth. Our price ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Front Suspension "Thunk"
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Re: 2004 Hyundai Sonata Steering/front end problems [ronna333]
I have a 2007 Hyundai Sonata Limited with the same issues. When I got over a bump, the whole car has a tendency to pitch and yaw. In getting a front end alignment done, it was found that the camber on the front wheels is pitched almost 3 degrees toward center. That is what is causing my tires to wear out from the inside. I found an Eibach camber kit, which ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Don't buy a Hyundai [alexkprojt]
Have you looked into action under the Lemon Law of your state? If the same defect can't be fixed after repeated attempts, you should have a good case. My 2007 Sonata has been a great car, very reliable, but every automaker makes some lemons.
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Back brakes again, again, again................
I'm an owner of a 2007 sonata and from day one my back brakes have been a big dissapointment. When I first heard the high pitched noise at 15,000 miles to took my car into the dealiership they said that nothing was wrong and it was in my head. I let them know what I thought. I don't know how many times I have change my back brakes but I still ... Read More
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Re: Hyundai Sonata Rear Brakes [LASHAWN]
Where do you live? If you live in one of the snowbelt states than you are going to have a problem with the brakes. I must be an exception then. My 2007 Sonata still has the original brakes at 53k miles and last time they were checked they had a lot of life left. I have the sliders lubed whenever the brakes are checked, about once a year. The car has ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata 2006-2007
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Re: 2007 Sonata Engine Seized!! [targettuning]
Thanks for your reply target, he has 38,000 miles on the car and no he did not get one warning that something was wrong with the car. He is not the type to ignore any issues with his car. Basically, he said he heard a clicking sound and then the car was real slow at accelerating and then all the lights when on in the dash and died. Within minutes it ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata Engine Seized!! [jmcny]
Two ways this could go in your favor: 1) You get records from Valvoline showing regular oil changes. If less than 100k miles and you are the original owner, should be open/shut case for Hyundai to honor the warranty, unless... 2) Hyundai can trace the problem to something amiss with the last oil change, causing oil to leak and the seize. In which case Valvoline Rapid Oil Change should pay for ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata Engine Seized!! [jmcny]
I will be the first to say not SOL... BUT that it seems way too soon for an engine to seize given it is a 2007 car. You did not mention mileage but since modern cars from any manufacturer can go more than 200,000 miles with minimum maintenance the mileage is probably not a big issue or at least not as big an issue as it would have been in the ... Read More
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2007 Sonata Engine Seized!!
My husbands car just got towed in and we got the call that the engine seized. He gets regular oil changes and now has to prove that he did. Even with those records then the service manager has to approve it and then send it to Hyundai to see if they will even honor the warranty! They said if they don't honor the warrany it will cost us ballpark between 4,000-6,000 ... Read More
Used Sonata 2007 93k Miles OK?
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Used Sonata 2007 93k Miles OK?
This is the carfax report, I got the mileage wrong it's not 93k but 98k. 07/22/2006 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer 08/30/2006 Dickson City Hyundai Scranton, PA 570-487-5000 Pre-delivery inspection completed State inspection completed 11/17/2006 Dickson City Hyundai Scranton, PA 570-487-5000 Rear shock absorbers replaced 12/07/2006 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Susquehanna, PA Vehicle purchase reported 12/15/2006 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Susquehanna, PA Title #64051xxx Title issued or updated ... Read More
Sonata Bluetooth Problems
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2011 Hyundai Sonata Bluetooth Disgrace
Hi Everyone, we purchased a brand new 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited with the Infinity stereo system (not the navigation by LG) back in September of 2010. We were in love with the sleek new design, along with the fuel economy and safety features; one most importantly being the completely hands-free bluetooth technology that the salesperson could not boast about enough. We were advised, after purchasing our vehicle, that the service tech ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: Lawyers considering class action for Hyundai Rear Brakes Defect [iluvmymitsu]
Thank you very much for your information. I will contact them as I feel certain they will be interested in a 2007 Sonata that has had the rear breaks changed out twice within 55K miles due to faulty parts. I just hope someone does something about this before anyone gets killed. I could hardly hear the squeaking on my breaks when a mechanic told me the one side was so bad ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems
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09 Hyundai Sonato Transmission issue - RECALL
I started having the downshift issue in the beginning of winter this year - I had about 30K miles on the car at the time. It would downshift at 1000 rpm when slowing down for a stop sign and then buck forward. I kept meaning to bring it into the garage and finally a week ago brought it to a local garage and they told me it was the transmission. I ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Re: pulling left problem [gandb7777]
Hi gandb777 (why the new screen name with the extra "7"?). It's been a while! Just a refresher: Hyundai Sonata 2006-2007 #7508 of 7852 GLS problem by gandb777 Nov 25, 2007 (4:57 am) "...... If so than the Hyundai rep wasn't being honest with me. If this problem occurs in all 2007 Hyundai GLS's then Hyundai has a problem they're not addressing. In any case, after buying two 2007 Sonatas based ... Read More
Service contract worth buying?
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Service contract worth buying?
Hi All, I am in need of some advice. For a new 2011 Hyundai Sonata, is a service contract worth buying for $1,645.00 for 10-yrs / 100K-miles with a $100 deductible per visit? This is in addition to Hyundai's standard warranty that comes with the car. The service contract is the platinum one in the link (http://www.officialhyundaiwarranty.com/PDF/2007-08HPPbrochure.pdf). Please let me know your thoughts. Thank you!
Hyundai Sonata Front Suspension "Thunk"
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Re: 2007 Hyundai Sonata Front Suspension "Thunk" [dgc500]
The "thunk" on my 2006 was fixed with replacement of the left strut. I actually had a guy at the Firestone store look at it for me while I had it in for a brake inspection. Pushing down on the left fender while holding a finger on the top of the strut mount, we could feel a vibration in the mount itself. The thunk was more prominent on the left than ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Hyundai Sonata Front Suspension "Thunk" [dncb]
I have a 2006 Sonata and yes, the noise is coming from the right front shock tower. I'm getting a very load squeeking when I push down on the right front and a clunking sound when driving forward or back. I've noticed that mine makes more nosie when it's cold or colder outside. I have not had mine fixed yet but am looking to get it done. I live in Mesa, ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Re: Buick Regal vs. Sonata [priggly]
Well - can't argue with that. Geography certainly matters, absolutely. In fairness, I guess you'd have to say the same thing about Audi or other brands you might not find before you get to Bozeman or Billings. But point taken - that's certainly something you'd need to consider It's funny, between my wife and I, we've owned 5 new cars (2000 Focus, 2003 Liberty, 2005 Hyundai Elentra GT, 2007 Hyundai Santa ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Roadside [jeffyscott]
LOL! Uh... no. Hyundai's had five years roadside assistance for over 10 years, since they instituted their "long haul" warranty. Then Kia got it several years ago. Mitsubishi has a similar warranty. GM offers five years, 100k miles (others are unlimited miles). Then there's the Fords, Suzukis et. al. with 3 years roadside assistance. I just got a card in the mail from Nissan telling me that since I rejected their ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: 2007 Sonata 2.4L [guttz]
Additional notes to my previous post: So after talking to my regular mechanic, it is pretty much confirmed that it seems to be Hyundai's fault. Rear rotors were way hotter than front rotors after less than 3 miles of driving. I am in AZ so no weather related problems here. From the last brake inspection around 3 months ago, rear brakes were totally worn out while front brakes were minimally worn. ... Read More
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2007 Sonata 2.4L
I went to dealership yesterday for an oil change and dealer suggested that I change my 2007 Sonta's brake pads immediately. Is it advisable to get brake pads changed outside without Hyundai's OEM parts? Or are OEM parts the best thing to go with? Is it also normal for Sonta's rear brake pads to wear out lot earlier than front brake pads? Thanks in advance.
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Hyundai Sonata
Good Afternoon, My Sonata from about 2007 or later has for the first time this year been leaking water into the backseat and not in the middle seat. Has anyone had this problem and how did you fix it?
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Re: Bucking.... [jlflemmons]
I bought my wife her 3rd Sonata the last day of June (a 2011 Limited). All have been great cars driven hard around town and on a few road trips - she had one shock failure on her 1st one - 2002 Limited - and that's it. 120K miles between the two. The 2nd one was a 2007 Limited. We live in the DFW area, just returned from a quick 155 ... Read More
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Re: 2000 Olds Intrigue ... [poodog13]
I'm kind of in the same situation. I think we all would love to have the Sonata or upcoming Optima turbos to be a winner in all respects so we can save some money over a comparably equipped G37, Maxima, TL etc. However comparably equipped on paper they may be there is still a big difference in richness of materials. Leather in luxury brands is a lot nicer than the leather ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Sonata brake problems.
I have a 2008 Sonata which I purchased new. At 14,500 miles the rear brakes began to drag building up considerable heat. Cost to repair the rust problem at the dealer in Streetsboro, Ohio was $131. I was told by the service department that what ever they did would take care of the problem. I specifically asked if I would have the same problem in another 14,500 miles. The answer was ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Maintenance and Repair
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maintenance schedule spreadsheet or online service?
We've got a 2006 Hyundai Sonata, a 2007 Sonata, and are about to buy a 2009 Sonata. I can no longer remember what schedule is due when, and want to keep track of it on the computer. I would like to have an Excel spreadsheet, or use one of these online services. Can anyone recommend an online service (I've seen yourGarageonline.com, etc) or have a spreadsheet they are willing to share? ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Re: Missing my 2007 Accord after 2 weeks [rascal06]
I can't comment on the other issues as I don't have a Sonata or XM radio, but it is NEVER "normal" for a sunroof to leak. That's absurd. That statement implies that sunroofs are designed and installed to allow a bit of leakage, rather than to be watertight. If that were the case, manufacturers would never be able to sell a vehicle with a sunroof, as no one buys a car ... Read More
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Missing my 2007 Accord after 2 weeks
I have had the 2011 Sonata Se with Nav/sunroof for 2 weeks now and so far I have 3 different Rattles from the front passenger side of the car C-pillar, door and gloverbox and a bad sunroof rattle. PLUS the sunroof leaks. Not to mention the the breaks are starting to make a roaring noise under light pressure at slow speeds. And now the passenger seat shakes so violently it is ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: BRAKE WARNING TO HYUNDAI OWNERS (ESP. IF YOU HAVE A SONATA) [LASHAWN]
Racerbill - it's not about wearing out normally, it's about the pads hanging up, i.e., staying stuck against the rotors. I don't know if you're a service consultant for Hyundai or not, but if so, it might be interesting to call one of your colleagues up north. My service mgr told me even the 2011 Sonata hasn't made any changes in the brake setup.I had a problem at 11 months/21,000 highway ... Read More
performance of a sonata over 100K
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Re: performance of a sonata over 100K [goldyfish]
I believe the comment "how does a Sonata perform after 100K" is too broad to answer accurately. There are just too many variables in all respects e.g. preventative maintainence, driver empathy with the car (washing, listening for odd noises, quick repair of early faults etc) , driving style, geographical terrain..on and on...that all have an influence on how well any car will run not only after 100K miles but long before ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Re: 2011 Sonata looks good...........But [windjammer]
For the first twenty five years or so they produced mostly junk, ... You have GOT to be joking. Hyundai started selling cars in the US in 1985--25 years ago. Do you realize you are calling vehicles such as the 2007-10 Elantra (CR's Top Pick for compacts), the Genesis sedan (2009 NA COTY and CR's top-ranked upscale sedan), the Veracruz (which beat the Lexus RX in MT's comparo), the 2006-2010 Sonata ... Read More
Hyundai Maintenance Policy and Service Experiences
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Brown and Brown Hyundai in Bourbonnais, Illinois
I'm on active duty in the military, I bought my 2003 Hyundai Sonota at Earnhardt Dodge/Hyundai dealership in Phoenix, AZ and my stepson crashed it into a wall in 2004. The entire front end of the vehicle was smashed in clear back to the windshield. We were told by our Statefarm rep that the car was $50 short of being totaled and that they would pay for it to be repaired ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Test Drove two Sonata SE models today... [syitalian25]
MSRP of 2011 Sonata Limited is $26k (no Nav, she likes her Garmin), I have a 2007 TSX (no Nav) in my sights at a dealer listed at $22k which looks brand new, and is still in warranty. So a $4k difference to start. I don't know if Hyundai is willing to deal on the 2011 Sonata right now as it is recent and selling fairly well I understand. Personally, I ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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new owner, new member (continued)
Apparently hit the character limit on my first post, here are a few more links: Edmunds comparo, 2005 (old, but relevant in terms of long term comparison) http://www.insideline.com/hyundai/sonata/2006/comparison-test-hyundai-sonata-tak- es-on-the-accord-and-camry.html#article_pagination_top_0 Long term test - 2007 Sonata, Motor Trend http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/oneyear/112_0708_2006_hyundai_sonata_lx/inde- x.html Long term test - 2006 Sonata, Edmunds http://www.insideline.com/hyundai/sonata/2006/long-term-test-2006-hyundai-sonata- -lx.html Long term test - 2006 Sonata, Automobile.com http://www.automobile.com/2006-hyundai-sonata-gls-v6-long-term-test-update-no-12- .html Long term test - 2006 Sonata, Consumerguide.com http://consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com/long-term-test-2006-hyundai-sonata-cg- a.htm
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Re: 2010 Acura TSX or 2011 Hyundai Sonata [benjaminh]
I think that in many ways the TSX is a better car, but it lists--what--something like 7k more comparably equipped? It's more like about $5K difference sticker. But it might be close to $7K actually OTD price. And while the TSX might be a better car, it's also a much smaller car. 3" less leg room and almost 2½" less head room in the front. For us large land mammals, the ... Read More
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Re: it's been 3 days and here are my thoughts [yoonny]
Looks like Hyundai is borrowing more and more design bits from the European manufacturers. On the Sonata, those include the turn signals in the mirrors (although non-European cars increasingly have those too), the 3-blink turn signals, and the little light overhead that illuminates the shifter below. My 2007 Rabbit had all of those features. I really got to like the 3-blink turn signals--I wish all cars had those.
Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2011 Sonata Limited Pearl White w/o Nav [cooldesak]
Thanks for the reply, it looks like you have been in my same exact position, I've been looking at used 2007-2008 IS250, TSX, BMW 328i or MB 230. I've tested the Benz, cool but small interior and the mpg no very impressing, IS250- I liked it and it's been so far my choice, I haven't tested the 328 yet, some say I will fall in love some others I'll get disappointed ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Re: Hyundai Family look [m6user]
It really looks BIG for an Accent... I am pretty sure I saw the Elantra is getting 6 speed trannies also, like the Sonata, plus will ditch (finally) the old iron block Beta II engine for the latest Hyundai aluminum engines. So looks like all your wishes will be granted. Mine include standard ESC (which will definitely be there since it's mandated very soon) and better crash protection. And the better ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata 2006-2007
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XM Radio Question
I posted this question in the Audio section but that forum does not seem to get many Visitors. I usually don't repost but thought someone here might be of help. POST I just had my six CD changer Visteon radio replaced on my 2007 Sonata after six trips to the dealer. It turns out they installed a newer XM version of the radio. My old radio was not XM. The car ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Audio Questions
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Re: XM Adaptor [billward]
I just had my six CD changer Visteon radio replaced on my 2007 Sonata after six trips to the dealer. It turns out they installed a newer XM version of the radio. My old radio was not XM. The car was one of the last 2007 models without XM.The part number of the newly installed radio is an Infinity 00202-F7001-QZFLT Hyundai P/N 96190-0A650-QZ. I was wondering if any of you gurus ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Re: Sonata 2011 vs Altima 2010 [busterbrit]
I had the same concerns, but then I thought of 2 things: 1. Hyundai's industry leading warranty. 2. The fact that my wife and I have both been Hyundai drivers since 2007 collectively and have had exactly 0 repair concerns.
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GLS
Finally saw the GLS today when I dropped off my 2007 Sonata for some work. A black base model, no options except AT, was in the shop. I was glad to see that Hyundai made the plastic wheel covers attractive; in fact, at first I thought they were alloys. So no need for alloys (for me)--they just get scuffed up on curbs anyway. Second, I thought the body-color grille with chrome ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Did my final test drives [andyfromva]
3. 2011 Hyundai Sonata. Very impressive car, but is it too sporty for an old guy like me? Well I'm 55 and just bought the Sonata Limited yesterday. I don't know if sporty is the word I'd use. Yes, the styling is aggressive. But I think it's very classy looking. For me, I was coming out of a 2007 Camry, so I didn't want another. The Accord, equipped the way I ... Read More
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Re: If You Had To Buy A Mid-Size Tomorrow, What Would You Buy??? [deltheking]
well first off, I disagree completely with you about the altima, as you probably would have known from my ranks ;) the reason being is this, Nissan is not a overrated company, if anything in the last 10 year Nissan and Hyundai have made the most amount of progress in regards to increasing sales, gaining market share despite never being #1 specifically in any one single category, improving reliability and quality ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Rattles
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Re: Hyundai does not honor warranty 07 Sonata [somanycars]
Yes, the Sonata is definitely cheaper than a Camry. And it doesn't accelerate for no reason. I checked the Camry forum and there are 60 comments about rattles in the past year, 200 in all. Looks like the 2007 Camry was bad. There's also a lot of complaints about interior fit and finish.
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Leased Black 2011 SE
Just got my 2011 SE this past Sunday from King Hyundai in Deerfield Beach, FL. Trade in my 2007 SE V6 for this car and decided to lease this time around. I have to say that I am very impressed with this car. Definately leap year difference compared to my previous Sonata. The materials used in this car are much better then before. You can feel it right from the grasp ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Rattles
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Re: Hyundai does not honor warranty 07 Sonata [macakava]
I've got a 2007 Sonata which also has had ongoing rattle problems. Rattles and vibrations are symptoms of poor manufacturing which none of us should accept. After 12 months -- no warranty. This is pathetic. Mechanically, the car is fine. All my noises are on the front passenger side. They fixed the sunroof and dashboard/pillar noise, but now there is noise over the passenger door that Mungenast Hyundai (St. Louis) wants ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Re: New Sonata Limited owner. [mikemartin]
Well, in many ways the interior bits of my 2004 Elantra are superior to those in newer cars like the 2011 Sonata. Almost all the interior trim pieces of my Elantra are padded, for example. But that is the price we pay for paying about the same price today for a Sonata GLS than what we paid 20 years ago, adjusted for inflation, for a far better car--a few interior bits ... Read More
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Re: No Sonata for SoCal? [kaliforniak]
PLENTY OF SONATA'S HERE IN CENTRAL FLORIDA. SAW A GLS YESTERDAY WITH A 2 TONE INTERIOR IT WAS OUT STANDING. TAN SEATS FRONT AND BACK. TAN AND BLACK TRIM ON DASH AND DOORS. SO CLOSE TO GETTING ONE BUT HAVE A 2007 MIATA COMING OFF LEASE IN JUNE. THIS IS HOLDING ME UP, ESPECIALLY WITH HYUNDAI $199@MONTH LEASE.FOR 36MONTHS THIS DEALERSHIP HAD 4 LIMITEDS . LOADED CAR FOR FOR 26500.ONLY OPTION ... Read More
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Re: Just Purchased 2011 Hyundai Sonata SE [Jason5]
Plenty of power, the transmission seems smooth. Bought car at South Blvd, from Demarco. Traded in a 2007 Santa Fe Limited, price for new car and trade in was excellent! Also Hyundai has 2.9 financing + $500 Valued Owner discount. Also got money off sticker price + no add ons.
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...gotta know when to fold 'em...
And for the Sonata, that's NOW! I am glad to see the 2011 Sonata has (finally) folding side mirrors for NA. :D Might be reason enough to trade my 2007 for a new one. Or probably not. Would have been nice though if Hyundai had put the turn signals on the mirrors of ALL trims, not just the Limited. I mean, how much can that safety feature cost, since the mirrors ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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backy...
judging from what I've seen I think it's gonna be a great looking new midsize sedan from Kia. And I like it better than the new 2011 Sonata. It is hard to tell from all the packaging, unfortunately. Here's an early look at the 2011 Kia Optima. With cladding. Kia Cadenza-another future Kia sedan-just a small notch larger than Optima And I was gonna switch my handle to iluvmylancergts but was ... Read More
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Water Leaks - Warranty Exclusion
Hey folks - this isn't a direct midsize question, but it would apply to the Sonata if what my girlfriend is being told is true; I suspect it isn't. She has a Santa Fe with a moonroof, which leaks in the car wash. She bought it used, but still has the 5/60k warranty (its a 2007 with 26k miles on it). The dealer looked at it once under warranty and came ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Re: 2011 Sonata Residual Value [backy]
I haven't looked at a Hyundai since.... -------------------------------------------------- Too bad you let that one bad dealer experience turn you off Hyundai. ------------------------------------------------ It did turn me off in 2007 and I bought a Buick Lucerne of all things. It's been a great car but I'm looking to downsize a bit this year. The Buick's paid off now (3 yr. loan) and I've got about $12K equity for my down payment on ... Read More
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Re: 2011 Sonata Residual Value [backy]
I predict you'll see them at MSRP or even with ADM added, and no rebates. ------------------------------------------------------ That would be a very safe bet. Especially if Hyundai keeps the price point below the competition, which they are likely to do. I was looking at a new 2007 Elantra SE when they first came out in 2006. It was well equipped with a sticker around $17,400 I believe. I was interested until I ... Read More
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Re: 2011 Sonata! coming when? [8babies1dog]
Yes, and in addition to all that, we are overdue for a supernova in this part of the galaxy. Sorry, but I have never seen so much angst about things that are highly unlikely to happen, in one post. Doesn't it make sense that a car that is lighter than another car but has 23-25 more horses, more torque, and one more cog in the tranny will have better performance? As ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: 2007 sonata bad left rear brake [ualamt]
You might want to go back to the service manager at the dealership with this additional information, as it points to a problem with the car. Brake pads aren't normally covered as they are wear items, but if there is a defect in the car, which there appears to be here, the repair should be covered. If the dealership refuses to cooperate, you could contact Hyundai Customer Service and take it ... Read More
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2007 sonata bad left rear brake
My 2007 Sonata has 49800 miles on it, found left rear brake worn to metal pad, left small grove in rotor. I called Concord CA Hyundai dealer, said it’s not cover under warranty. OK, not a real problem, got new pads from Kragen for $20+ tax. So I changed the left rear pads then I changed the right rear pads but to find the right rear pads still in good useful ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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Disappearing back sets
Go to the Hyundai website and check the specs on the 2011 Sonata, It has approx. 3 inches less back set leg room than the current model. Just like Nissan did with the Altima when it redesigned in 2007, greatly reducing back set room, especially leg room. It seems like all the re-designs (the new Ford Taurus being another example) are making backsets that are not functional for adults. I would ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2007 I4 Sonata Transmission oil change [aalsherri]
Everything I've read says that Hyundais are very sensitive to the type of tranny fluid...using the wrong one can ruin your transmission and it will NOT be covered by warranty. Check your owner manual or you can see a version of your owner manual at "www.hyundaiusa.com".
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2007 I4 Sonata Transmission oil change
Is it difficult for me to change the trans oil of I4 engine myself or I need to take it to the dealer for service? Do I need other than Hyundai trans oil to do the job? I heard that some vehicles have trans oil filter.
Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2007 Sonata GLS price paid: $0 + T&L
OK, OK, so it's $0 after trade-in, before license and title fee. I couldn't resist saying $0. :) I just traded my Blue Bunny (2007 Rabbit 2-door) even-up for a 2007 Sonata GLS I4 AT with the Preferred Package (power seat, trip computer, leather wheel with audio controls, auto headlamps, etc.). Has 37,000 one-owner miles (not a rental), new Kumho Solus tires, and looks and drives like new. It's steel grey, ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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The Squeaky Wheel: Re: 2 cents from Cal. [espo35]
Thanks for your input. I live in Washington, D.C., so neither salt, nor hills, are a particularly big problem--at least not like New York or Colorado. I have had time to finally figure out this whole mess, and I have to say, Hyundai Consumer Affairs has impressed me, but I still think Corporate is dragging their heels in issuing a recall. The final diagnosis was the "shim kit" problem, which their ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Sonata
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The trunk is big enough...
...for a mid-size sedan with an opening that will be more than adequate. A love the look of the new Sonata. Hyundai and Kia are really coming on strong. When the U.S. economy (& credit crunch) are in full recovery, these cars will be become major players in the market. They were very close in 2007 before things started sliding downhill.
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Sonata Brake Problems - Junk!
I just had my 2007 Sonata rear drivers side brake pads wear out completely at only 20,054 miles in the Chicago area. Unbelievable! The passenger side rear pads are perfect and have lots of pad left on them (as they should), but the drivers side is down to the metal. I called my local dealer (Gregory Hyundai in northern Illinois) and they said it was not a warrantied repair. They also ... Read More
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break failure on 2007 sonata at only 16,000 miles
My in-laws bought a 2007 sonata that had its front-breaks literally fall off the car when they started it one day. The car has barely 16,000 miles on it. The pads in the back also had to be replaced for premature wear. The dealer blamed it on my in-laws missing a regular inspection to charge them the repair work (over $300.00) and not cover it under warranty. Does anyone know who ... Read More
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Second stuck rear caliper and paint problems
I have a 2007 Sonata that has a stuck caliper for the second time in about one year. The first time, the repair was under warranty, but now, at 55K, I'm not sure if the repair will be covered. I caught it when I took it in for an oil change at Mr. Tire, and they advised me the break on the driver's side was starting to affect the rotor and ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2010 Hyundai Sonata Limited I4 Price Paid
I was traded in a 2007 Hyundai Sonata with 58,000 miles. The 2007 needed brakes but had the sunroof, hubcap rims, had the I4 engine, and xm radio. Owed $9,100 and this is all I wanted on trade in value. Purchased a 2010 Hyundai Sonata Limited I4. Did not want navigation or bluetooth. Car was power white pearl had floor mats included. I did not qualify for military or college rebates. ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Owner Experiences
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Re: Accident Report - 2009 Sonata GLS I4 Auto rear ended [billward]
Ok, as promised, here's the breakdown of my experience. In this case, I used The Body Shop, from Checkered Flag, in Virginia Beach, to do the repair. A bit eye opening in one respect on how expensive the car was to repair, by the way. The original estimate for the repair itself was $857.20 (total), with $425.28 in parts/painting, and 3.2 hours labor, plus 4.2 hours for painting labor (and an ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [targettuning]
Targettuning - regarding your assumption about previously owned Hyundais, please see my comment #24. Mine was brand new - 21,000 miles in 11 months, i.e., lots of highway driving and not much braking. I might add that I take meticulous care of my cars, driving them all over 100,000 miles. Furthermore, I usually do my own brake work. You mention neglect. I don't understand what could be neglect other than ignoring ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [haidong]
Why so much interest "to stay Hyundai board" ?? Yes, I owned Hyundai....I happen to have had two Hyundai products personally (2003, 2004 Santa Fe), my son had a 2000 Elantra that when sold had 193,000 miles with no significant problems, my daughter still owns a 2003 Elantra GT. I happen to like Hyundai and plan to buy a 2010 Sonata hybrid (if they release it for 2010) trading in a ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [targettuning]
So you owned Hyundai? why do you have so much interest to stay hyundai board? And you do no know people are talking about. But you do know the brake has no design problem, no materials problem, ....
Hyundai Sonata Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Parts question [jnichols1]
The 2003, 2004, and 2005 models were almost identical; very, very few changes were made between those years (and as an owner of a 2003 (and a 2009), I can't tell the difference visually between the models). Changes between a 2002 and a 2003 were slightly more significant, as there was a major facelift in 2003; 2005 was a "short run" ala the way the 2010 model will be, where the ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [haidong]
I am NOT working for Hyundai in any capacity. As far as being an expert...I am not, but do have some common sense. As for the rest of your post I do not know what you are talking about!
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [targettuning]
You know this is not one person and you said you are not working for Hyundai People could read your post as you are expert, you do have free time on the forum everyday and education people. This is the owner responsibility to do bla..bla.. People need to speak out.
Hyundai Sonata Owner Experiences
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Re: 2006-07 Sonata owners experience/satisfaction/dissatisfaction [tkumpf]
I am the owner of a 2007 Sonata Limited with just over 1200 miles on the ODO. The dealer I purchased from had to locate the car (I live in Hampton Roads, VA). The first car located was in MD and when the driver went to pick up the car it had been sold out from under my local dealer. The next car was located in NC and brought to VA. ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: 2007 Sonata Brakes [abramsmm]
Stuck or frozen calipers are almost the only way brake pads can suddenly go from 70% pad material to near zero in a very short time. In all my answering posts to one of the others here who complained about just this I used that caveat...that is, the question was asked "did your calipers stick" For the record, stuck calipers are not unheard of in any brand of car. The question ... Read More
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2007 Sonata Brakes
You are not alone regarding rear brakes on 2007 Hyundai Sonata. I bought the car with 31K miles and now it has 53K miles. The brakes never made any noise and never pulled the car to the side, but I always thought the car took too long to stop. Therefore, I had the brakes checked often, and was always told 50-70% of the pad life was left. Both Hyundai and independent ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: USED 2007 Hyundai Sonata 24,150 mi, Dealer asking $12,468 [schumia]
Its high. I bought a similar mileage/Sonata for 10,500 in Attleboro.
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [targettuning]
With 24,000 miles on my 08 Sonata I started to hear some nasty noise out of the rear end, went to the dealer and they showed me that the rear brakes had worn down enough to hit the rotor! Looks like the inside pads did wear faster than the outside. AND the fronts had cracks starting to form. Their quote $430. No thanks! I just went and picked up new pads, ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [newowner10]
Yes, I have been following these posts about this rear brake "failure" and must admit that one single person having terrible problems with one single car leaves a lot to be desired, especially when that one person cannot articulate the whole story.... curses Hyundai...and starts a word of mouth campaign NOT to buy them based on what could be his "independent mechanics" mistake or his own mis-interpretation of what that mechanic ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: USED 2007 Hyundai Sonata 24,150 mi, Dealer asking $12,468 [schumia]
Why do you think it's reasonable to pay the dealer over $1000 more than Edmund's TMV price? If you are serious about this car, you could try a counteroffer of $12k, which includes the doc fee and the Hyundai Certified Warranty. Print out the Edmund's report and show it to them. It's not like there's no used Sonatas out there. FWIW, last spring I was offered a 2008 Sonata GLS with ... Read More
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Re: USED 2007 Hyundai Sonata 24,150 mi, Dealer asking $12,468 [schumia]
Hi all, Thanks for all the responses. This is a case update of our further research into used this 2007 Hyundai. I phoned the dealer and it turned out that the car was not Hyundai factory certified - she said being Hyundai certified the dealer has to pay additional ~$1000, which means buyers will carry the costs, so the dealer simply did the 150 safety inspection themselves, so in the end, ... Read More
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Re: USED 2007 Hyundai Sonata 24,150 mi, Dealer asking $12,468 [schumia]
Hi, not sure what trim package you are looking at on the used car, this makes a huge difference in actual price. Like basic GLS or GLS w/ v6 or Gls w/ upgrade. Then there is the step up to SE and the Limited. All these also offer different options and carry a certain price tag as per package. You should at least compare the car in question to Kelly Blue ... Read More
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Re: USED 2007 Hyundai Sonata 24,150 mi, Dealer asking $12,468
You sit tight. I can't see it worth it. The car is 3 years old. Tops the Dealer paid for the car is 10K If the dealer has your information they will call you but honestly I can see it worth 12.5K Courtesy Hyundai has a used 09 for 15.5K Route 44 also has an 09 for 15.5K If you are looking I have even seen 08's for 12.8K both at ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [targettuning]
I read the posts again every time I read I realize there is another detail i missed. The rotor where cut twice by the dealer first two days. I assume this was a used car. So at that point the rotors where to the minimum thickness and should have been replaced. How many miles did you drive it since you purchased it? The person before you could have been a "Speed ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [haidong]
I throw up my hands in dispair....Hyundai is bad, uses cheap materials, a 6x12 inch sign should have popped up in your line of sight telling you "warning your brakes are kapoot" but in the meantime you wait until they are totally worn ruining everything in sight. Yeah, the first thing that came into your mind was Hyundai used defective parts. Yes, you are NOT the car specialist you are the ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: USED 2007 Hyundai Sonata 24,150 mi, Dealer asking $12,468 [schumia]
If this is a Hyundai dealer, you could ask if the vehicle qualifies for the Hyundai Certified warranty, which would either add five more years of powertrain warranty or extend the bumper to bumper for five more years. I think that is transferrable also.
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USED 2007 Hyundai Sonata 24,150 mi, Dealer asking $12,468
Dear all, Not able to find a single 2009 Sonata GLS in the greater Boston area, we've decided to settle upon the slightly used market where warranty still applies, this afternoon we just came back from the dealer for a 2007 Hyundai Sonata. It already has 24150 mi, was previously a leased vehicle and just came off the lease in July '09. They're asking $12468. With this, we're getting a) the ... Read More
Hyundai Sonata Brakes
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RE: Sprkqtz brake replacement cost
I don't know where you live, I'm in DE, but I just had the rear brakes on my 2007 Sonata replaced at 21800 this morning. Total cost including "surfacing" the rotors was $194.95 ($125 labor and $69.95 for "58302-3ka60 Pad Kit-RR"). My service manager explained to me that the backs wear out before the fronts because they are about half the size of the fronts. Seems, according to him, that is ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [haidong]
I do NOT work for Hyundai but I still believe that either you don't know or cannot articulate what it is you think you know so that others here can make reasonable stabs at what your "problem" might have been. I have a modicum of mechanical knowledge and based on what I do know about the workings of ALL disc brakes (meaning most manufacturers because they all work the same) what ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [haidong]
I'm sorry dude, but your mechanic blew it on this one or you didn't really pay attention to what he said. There is no way on God's green earth that brakes wear out in 2k miles if 70% were left, 30% maybe but not 70%. I changed my front brake pads at 55k miles because I could feel and hear them going bad. I'm currently at 62k miles and my rear ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [ayeu]
@ayeu, The website you're pointing at is Hyundai Phillipines. Maybe there Hyundai suggests replacing the timing belt. However, I'm looking at the manual for US spec Azera & it doesn't mention anything about it. Infact, I even called a mechanic friend of mine & he told me that timing chains aren't meant to be replaced before 100k miles (if at all). The timing belts need to replaced at 60k miles. The ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [newowner10]
Actually, We pay special attention to the car since most people have the bad experience with brakes. This is also the answer from Hyundai customer service, you have to let the Hyundai trained technician check the brake twice the year. Do you really spend $100 every year to check your brake? When I heard the grinding noise, I bring the car to the dealer the first day. When I found the ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [haidong]
The problem is that the important details come out one at a time. So with your posts mixing with other posts it is hard to get all of the details without writing them down. I think people need to be in-tune with their car when something changes you can immediately react to get it looked at. I hear cars go by that are making all sort of noises and it appears ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Sonata rear brake issue [targettuning]
" I don't believe you quite know yourself." You are working for Hyundai?
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