2002 Hyundai XG300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 16, 2009 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XG300 years
Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2002 Hyundai XG300. That ranks 3rd out of 4 XG300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2002 Hyundai XG300 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2002 Hyundai XG300 recalls (1)

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SuspensionApr 16, 2009 · NHTSA campaign 09V124000 · 188,282 vehicles

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.

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.

While traveling on the highway and without prior warning check engine light appeared on the dashboard and will not go off until vehicle is turned off. *ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 19, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10024487

Other Hyundai XG300 years

← 2001 XG300 · 2003 XG300 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2004 XG30011
2003 XG30081
200211
2001 XG300654

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Hyundai XG300?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Hyundai XG300?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2002 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 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.