1997 Hyundai Sonata GL review from North America
"Baffling array of problems"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Occasionally, the automatic locks would activate by themselves.
My crank pulley literally flew off for no apparent reason. After repaired, there was a high pitched squealing noise whenever the car was running.
This continued into chronic charging problems. The alternator was replaced three times. The battery twice replaced. (all ground wires checked and repaired/replaced as needed) (still no luck)
Horse power overstated by at least7%
-notified of class action settlement-
Recommended Reviews:
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All 1997 Hyundai Sonata reviews
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 69000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 90000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 9th May, 2004 |