Used 2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited Sedan Review
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Who wants a Sonata that needs a new engine??
Kathryn, Atlanta, GA, 09/23/2015
2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
Our 2012 Sonata with regular maintenance records experienced a sudden catastrophic engine failure at 74,000 miles. No warning lights have ever come on in the car but it suddenly began to lose power and make a terrible noise. Since it was still under warranty, we had it towed to our dealer who told us that the engine had to be replaced and it was covered and the engine would be replaced … within a few days. Subsequently, Hyundai changed their mind and chose not to honor their warranty stating "customer neglect". We provided all our service records showing oil changes basically every 4 months but they still said it was our fault. We have since found out that this is happening all over the country to cars with the 2.4 liter Theta II GDI engine. Edmonds should research this because this is a widespread problem. I would not buy another Hyundai because they do not honor their warranty.
Update: After the NTSB got involved, Hyundai recalled all these engines and mine was finally replaced 4 months after it failed. I received some of the money back that this failure cost me but was not reimbursed for the time I couldn't use my car and had to still insure it and drive a car with a lot less fuel mileage.
Best Car I've Owned
sas11, Huntington Beach, CA, 07/21/2011
2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
The Sonata Limited is the nicest looking car on the road in my opinion.
My friend called it "sexy"!
Looks sporty inside and out.
Handles like a dream and is fun to drive.
But the best part is all the standard equipment you get for a low base price.
I priced other cars and you have to pay extra for what's standard on the Sonata Limited.
It is the best car I've ever owned!
Warning - Burns oil. Destroyed engine.
brigitbardot, Minneapolis, MN, 10/16/2014
2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
I bought a 2012 Sonota to replace another. It had regular 3000 mile oil changes. I bought it to NTB for the last one in June of 2014.The sticker said to get oil changed at 58,000 He said it would be fine at 62000.No problems. I heard some knocking at 63000 so I had it towed in, I have a warrahty so I did not want to risk it, No oil light . No burning, No indication of oil issue, I … thought it was a belt. I take i They told me it had burned through almost 4 quarts of oil and it killed the engine. Mild weather Light driving, Reasonable oil changes a little past oil change date and this? The extended $1000 warranty won't cover it . They want $5000 to put new engine. Beware
UPDATE 4/20/2016. Hyundai did a recall on my 2012 sonota. They said the oil chamber had a coating that came loose over time and sent shards of the coating through the engine.This caused the engine to burn oil internally and the engine would lock up with no oil. Not the consumers fault. I allready replaced the engine with the cheapest one I could find at my own cost 4600.00. I also was forced to pay for the engine diagnosis 650.00 They refused warranty coverage because they said it was my fault. I only changed the oil every 4000 to 4700 miles. They couldn't see why it lost oil but they wouldn't cover it under my 2 warranties. The recall has since happened. This engine I bought is also losing oil quickly. Emptied 4 and 1/2 quarts in 3200 miles? Weird. I am taking it in tomorrow to hopefully get engine replaced with a better one and get a refund for my costs. I wish the service department and car dealership manager had treated me better through this ordeal . They tried to make me believe it was my fault. I said I took good care of my car and it was a defect. I was right. They were rude and wrong. Hoping to get a refund, a decent engine and an apology. Getting a Honda next time because of the customer service. Update. Hyundai put another engine in at my cost.5000. There is a vlass action lawsuit and a recall in place. They do believe me know. I should get my 5000 back. Should get more for the outrageously poor service and nit living up to warranty. The engine replacement is also failing and stalling like the first. Will need to be replaced. Worst new car Ive ever bought. Customer service at luther bloomington hyundai is historically. Bad.
FAST FORWARD May 2017. The hyundai engine they replaced the first with also burned oil internally and blew the engine. I bought it in for oil changes every 3000 miles. Burnsville Hyundai knew it was not my band fault as they were keeping a close eye on the car and measuring oil consumption and quality. They are going to replace the engine beacuse it blew at 100500 miles and they extended the warranty to 120000 miles because of the recall.
turbo fan
alfred richter, Denver, CO, 11/30/2015
2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
have loved this car over the 4 years I have been driving it- great acceleration and great electronics
it has been very reliable for me
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Lots of standard and optional features for the money
- Pro:stylish and comfortable cabin
- Pro:strong acceleration
- Pro:top fuel economy
- Pro:excellent safety scores
- Pro:lengthy warranty.
- Con:Distinctive styling affects rear headroom
- Con:rough ride in SE trim.
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