The 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.
The 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.
The 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 09V-124 (09V124000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 089 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Suspension |
| Report date | April 16, 2009 |
| Owners notified | July 17, 2009 |
| Vehicles affected | 188,282 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 1999 Hyundai Sonata
- 2000 Hyundai Sonata
- 2001 Hyundai Sonata
- 2002 Hyundai Sonata
- 2003 Hyundai Sonata
- 2004 Hyundai Sonata
- 2001 Hyundai XG300
- 2003 Hyundai XG300
- 2002 Hyundai XG350
- 2003 Hyundai XG350
- 2004 Hyundai XG350
Plus 3 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the suspension
- 1999 Hyundai Sonata suspension problems 28
- 2000 Hyundai Sonata suspension problems 64
- 2001 Hyundai Sonata suspension problems 29
- 2002 Hyundai Sonata suspension problems 63
- 2003 Hyundai Sonata suspension problems 15
- 2004 Hyundai Sonata suspension problems 56
- 2001 Hyundai XG300 suspension problems 5
- 2002 Hyundai XG350 suspension problems 11
- 2003 Hyundai XG350 suspension problems 3
- 2004 Hyundai XG350 suspension problems 5
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 09V-124 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 188,282 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.