Hyundai XG300 Problems by Year

We compared every Hyundai XG300 model year from 2001–2003 using 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 4 recalls and federal defect investigations. No XG300 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

2model years
73complaints
4recalls
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Complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Hyundai XG300. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20038—1TransmissionFew
200165—4EngineLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median XG300 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Hyundai XG300 problems

  • Engine & coolingworst: 2001
    1825%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2001
    1419%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2001
    1419%
  • Brakesworst: 2001
    1115%
  • Air bagsworst: 2001
    1014%
  • Speed control & accelerationworst: 2001
    912%
  • Body & structureworst: 2001
    68%
  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2001
    57%
  • Suspensionworst: 2001
    57%
  • Lightsworst: 2001
    34%
  • Equipment & accessoriesworst: 2001
    34%
  • Stability & traction controlworst: 2001
    34%
  • Other / not specified
    23%
  • Locks & latchesworst: 2001
    23%
  • Seat beltsworst: 2001
    11%
  • Wheels & tiresworst: 2001
    11%
  • A/C & heaterworst: 2001
    11%
  • Steeringworst: 2003
    11%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroofworst: 2003
    11%

Latest Hyundai XG300 recalls

Suspension

NHTSA recall 09V-124 · Apr 16, 2009 · 188,282 vehicles

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…

Remedy: 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…

Air bags › Side/window

NHTSA recall 02V-105 · Apr 9, 2002 · 145,355 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Power train

NHTSA recall 01V-362 · Nov 29, 2001 · 1,963 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Equipment › Other › Labels

NHTSA recall 01V-307 · Sep 26, 2001 · 3,255 vehicles

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.

Remedy: Owners will be provided with a correct tire pressure placard and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during October 2001.

All 4 Hyundai XG300 recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Hyundai XG300 should you avoid?

None of the Hyundai XG300 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Hyundai XG300 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (18), electrical system (14) and transmission & drivetrain (14). Engine complaints peak in the 2001 model year.

How many recalls has the Hyundai XG300 had?

4 recalls across 2001–2003. The model year with the most is 2001. See all Hyundai XG300 recalls by year.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.