1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sonata GLS years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS. The most reported problem area is structure (35 complaints, 76%), typically at around 112,250 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 46owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 35 | 76% | 112,250 | — | — |
| Suspension | 11 | 24% | 124,750 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 6 | 13% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 11% | 87,363 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 7% | 130,706 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | 97,524 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | 176,395 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 2% | 112,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Front sub-frame corrosion (EA08016) — opened Aug 21, 2008, closed Apr 20, 2009, led to recall 09V124000.
- Improper frontal air bag performance (DP03001) — opened Mar 26, 2003, closed Aug 1, 2003.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 hyundai sonata gls. While making a left turn at a traffic light, the front passenger side suspension separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was included in nhtsa action number: ea08016 (structure, suspension). The…
I own a 1999 hyundai sonata and was informed by my mechanic that the front sub frame on the passenger side is rusting through, presenting a severe safety risk to the driver and passengers. There is currently a manufacturer's recall showing for the 2001-2004 model from your investigation. Shouldn't…
1999 hyundai sonat gls airbag warning light continues to come on after being worked on by hyundai dealer 10-15 times. Was worked on without issue while under warranty with no success. Once extended warrenty expired, the dealer then knew that the car needed a new wire harness for about $1000. The…
Vehicle had developed a front end alignment problem, and i scheduled an alignment. The morning before the scheduled alignment, i was pulling out of my driveway to go to work when the right inner cv joint disintegrated. Investigation revealed severe subframe corrosion resulting in the control arm…
I have a defective subframe on a 1999 sonata purchased new in iowa and driven there for 4 years. It has completely rusted out on the passenger front side causing steering control arms and drive axle to break loose from vehicle and making vehicle inoperable. This should be covered under hyundai…
Other Hyundai Sonata GLS years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 46 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS?
Owners most often report structure, suspension, air bags problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 35 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Hyundai Sonata GLS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sonata GLS model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.