Hyundai XG300L Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 29, 2014 · 13 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Hyundai XG300L, across 2 model years (2001–2002). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.

Peak: 2001, with 11 complaints
2001: 112001112002: 220022

n = 13 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Hyundai XG300L years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No XG300L model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2001 XG300L: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2002 XG300L: 2 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Hyundai XG300L problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Air Bags210
Engine and Engine Cooling210
Latches/locks/linkages220
Power Train210
Service Brakes, Hydraulic210
Engine110
Steering110
Structure110
Visibility110

All Hyundai XG300L model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2002 XG300L20—Latches/locks/linkages
2001 XG300L110—Air Bags

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Frequently asked questions

Which Hyundai XG300L years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (11), 2002 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Hyundai XG300L?

Air Bags, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Hyundai XG300L have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.