Common Hyundai Lemon Issues

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• Engine troubles

  • Stalling, strange noises, or complete engine failure.

  • Reported in Sonata, Elantra, and Santa Fe.

• Transmission defects

  • Dual-clutch transmission problems, hesitation, or jerking.

  • Common in Tucson and Elantra.

• Electrical and software failures

  • Malfunctions in infotainment, navigation, and electronic control systems.

  • Palisade and Kona Electric often experience integration issues.

• Battery and charging complications (EVs)

  • Poor battery management, charging system failures, or rapid depletion.

  • IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 are frequently affected.

• Advanced safety system failures

  • Lane-keeping assist, collision avoidance, and adaptive cruise control glitches.

  • These failures compromise driver safety.

 

 

Why These Qualify as Lemon Issues

• Repetition matters: If the same defect persists after multiple repair attempts, the vehicle may qualify under lemon law.

• Safety concerns: Engine stalls, transmission failures, and safety system malfunctions are considered serious risks.

• Warranty coverage: Issues occurring during the warranty period and remaining unresolved strengthen lemon law claims.

 

 

Hyundai Models Frequently Reported

• IONIQ 5 / IONIQ 6 – battery and charging system defects

• Kona Electric – software integration failures

• Santa Fe – engine management issues

• Tucson – transmission problems

• Palisade – electronic control malfunctions

• Sonata / Elantra – engine stalling and noise complaints

 

 

Takeaway

If your Hyundai has persistent, unrepairable defects—especially in the engine, transmission, electrical systems, or EV battery/charging components—it may qualify as a lemon. Keep detailed records of repair attempts and dealership visits to strengthen your case under lemon law protections.