2001 Hyundai XG300L Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 29, 2014 · 11 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XG300L years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Hyundai XG300L. That is the most of any XG300L model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 18%), typically at around 68,051 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2001 Hyundai XG300L problems

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

Air Bags2 · ~68,051 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~92,000 mi
Power Train2 · ~36,416 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2 · ~29,400 mi
Engine1 · ~152,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages1
Steering1 · ~92,000 mi
Visibility1 · ~22,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags218%68,051——
Engine and Engine Cooling218%92,000——
Power Train218%36,416——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic218%29,400——
Engine19%152,000——
Latches/locks/linkages19%———
Steering19%92,000——
Visibility19%22,500——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2003, with 3 complaints
2002: 1200212003: 3200332004: 2200422005: 1200512007: 1200712008: 1200812010: 1201012014: 120141

n = 11 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Hyundai XG300L recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Hyundai XG300L.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The car as we are coming off freeway ramp and we slowing down the car will die or even in the city when approaching light the car will die we have the car maintained on a regular basis. This is quite concerning especially when you have your children in the back seat and your car stall and you have…

Engine · received Dec 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10668633

Air bag warning light illuminated. Air bag harness failed, causing air bags to be unable to deploy in case of accident. Parts had to be replaced. Old part retained by owner. *tr

Air Bags · received Dec 29, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10373358

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai xg300l. While driving between 40-45 mph, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle stalled shortly afterwards. He was able to restart the vehicle and pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a goodyear service…

Steering · received Mar 31, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10222920

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai xg300l. The contact stated that the vehicle will get stuck in third gear and go into safe mode. The failure occurs intermittently and the check engine light illuminates. The vehicle has not been diagnosed, however, a local kia mechanic stated that the cause of…

Power Train · received Jun 29, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10194972

Dt: contact stated there was 20,800 miles on car and on 8-2-05 the service dealer told him the brake pads on the rear brakes worn out. Had new tires put on, and that was when they told him the calipers on the rear were corroded. The consumer received a notice from hyundai on 8-4-05 stating that…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Aug 26, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10131582

Other Hyundai XG300L years

2002 XG300L →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2002 XG300L20
2001110

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Hyundai XG300L?

Owners most often report air bags, engine and engine cooling, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Hyundai XG300L?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Hyundai XG300L a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XG300L model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.