2003 Hyundai Sonata Reviews - Page 3 of 7

Rotors have been replaced more frequently than normal.

Crystals in the radio readout are not working properly, making it hard to know what station you're on.

Starting to have transmission trouble at 145,000 miles.

I'm 6 foot three inches, and there is plenty of leg room for the driver.

Decent gas mileage on highway, about 27 MPG.

Car still looks good after 5 years, still very stylish.

Stock stereo has great sound.

Cruise control always holds your desired speed.

Air conditioner never serviced, and it's still as cold as day one.

Power sunroof is a great option, adds fun and functionality.

All driver controls are in very easy to reach.

I was told that at 60,000 miles my car would need to have the timing belt replaced to keep my warranty in force. Well, I had this done 2 years ago, and have had nothing but trouble since this work was done. Altogether, I have paid for my 2nd timing belt and had to have a 2nd set of serpentine belts, along with new plugs, and I'm sad to say, my car vibrates so bad when I stop at a stop light in gear, it's embarrassing...

If anyone has had this problem fixed, please tell what caused it..

I love the styling and handling, and it gets good gas mileage.

Paint Chipping door handles, constant brake service, hesitation when stopping, rumbling in wheel when braking.

I purchased my vehicle brand new and searched long for the color I wanted. Although I have had problems with the brakes and constant repairs I do feel most of it is due to my commute. The problem I have with my vehicle is the paint chipping off my outside door handles and inside. All four outside handles have chipped and it started two months after my warranty was up, and I barely use the back doors or passenger doors. Hyundai would not fix it at their expense because it was out of warranty. I did a consumer review check before purchasing the vehicle and did see a few write ups from buyers that had this problem, but I thought maybe out of the thousands of vehicles they sell that it was minimal. Well I was wrong. I have found a lot of people with this problem and I feel it is a manufacturer's defect. But trying to get anyone to cover the repair is a mute point.

I don't think I will purchase another one I will purchase a vehicle where the company stands behind customer satisfaction.