2001 Hyundai XG300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XG300 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Hyundai XG300. That is the most of any XG300 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (17 complaints, 26%), typically at around 43,500 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 8 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 65owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Hyundai XG300 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 26% | 43,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 14 | 22% | 43,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 10 | 15% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 10 | 15% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 12% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 11% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 8% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 5 | 8% | 53,300 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 6% | 18,587 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 5% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 5% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 5% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 3% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 3% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 2% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | 138,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Hyundai XG300 recalls (4)
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Suspension
Problem: Hyundai is recalling 188,282 my 2001-2004 sonata and my 2001-2004 xg300 and xg350 vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Road salt applied in these jurisdictions during the winter months may result in progressive, internal corrosion of the front sub-frame on the vehicles, and may result in thinning or perforation of the sub-frame steel. The corrosion is frequently visible and often discovered during inspection or routine maintenance, and owners may also hear noises or notice tire misalignment and steering pull. If these signals are undetected or unheeded, the corrosion may progress and the forward mounting of the lower control arm may detach from the sub-frame.
Risk: If that happens, the vehicle may lose drive power to the wheels, and the front wheel may make contact with the fender or wheel well, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will measure the thickness of the front sub-frame and inspect the front sub-frame for corrosion damage and, if necessary, the front sub-frame will be replaced with a new sub-frame that incorporates additional holes in the upper and lower panels. If the front sub-frame does not require replacement, the dealer will add drainage holes to the sub-frame and will treat the sub-frame with rust-proofing material to stop the corrosion process. This procedure will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact the hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.
Air bags:side/window
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, an intermittent condition that leads to the supplemental restraint system (srs) air bag warning light illumination could result from motion of the side impact air bag wiring harness and side impact air bag wiring harness connector which mount to the adjustable seat cushion assembly. This condition only relates to the side impact air bags and could prevent air bag deployment during a crash where such deployment should occur.
Risk: Non-deployment of the srs side impact air bag could increase the risk of injury during a side impact crash.
Fix: Dealers will more securely fasten the side impact air bag wiring harnesses and connectors to the vehicle's front seat cushion frames. Owner notification began may 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Power train
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Improperly manufactured powertrain control modules (pcm) were installed in some vehicles. The improperly manufactured pcms contained a condenser that was not correctly installed onto the pcm printed circuit board. The incorrect installation of the condenser could result in damage to the ignition failure sensor.
Risk: A damaged ignition failure sensor could result in engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the pcm to determine if it was manufactured during the affected production period. If necessary, the pcm will be replaced. Owner notification began january 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 110. These vehicles do not have the correct tire pressure placard attached.
Risk: Incorrect tire inflation pressure can damage tires, affect vehicle handling, and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with a correct tire pressure placard and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during october 2001. Owners who do not receive the free tire pressure placard and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-829-9956.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Driving 65 mph on a major interstate when vehicle #1 drove across interstate, vehicle #2 t-boned vehicle #1, and i struck vehicle #2 from behind at approximately 45 mph. Totaled vehicle and air bags never deployed. Neck, back, shoulder, and left elbow injuries.
When pumping gas the pump either shuts off or overflows after only pumping 1 gallon of gas. It takes more than 15 minutes to put in 5 dollars worth of gas. Is anyone else having this problem??? *tr
The suspension and brakes will lock up and when it is wet i have slid into banks of dirt and hit my other vehicle and it does not matter how fast i go. I have had my brakes checked and have had to get a wheel alignment every month for the last 12 months due to suspension. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai xg300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and driven cautiously on the shoulder. In addition, there was an unexpected acceleration and unknown electrical issues. The vehicle…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai xg300. The contact started the ignition and the air bag warning indicator illuminated continuously on the instrument panel until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer three separate times and each time the air bag computer…
Other Hyundai XG300 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 XG300 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 XG300 | 8 | 1 |
| 2002 XG300 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | 65 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Hyundai XG300?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, air bags problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 17 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Hyundai XG300?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Hyundai XG300 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XG300 model years, the 2001 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.