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Are you having problems with your Hyundai? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Hyundai issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Hyundai in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Hyundai recalls 6500 cars
By Karla Pincott · 21 Jan 2014
Hyundai has recalled its popular ix35 for a production defect on the tensioning cable in the seatbelt pretensioner, with insecure crimping meaning the cable could be unleashed and injure occupants or fail to offer full seatbelt restraint in an accident.The recall affects 6552 of the top-selling small Hyundai SUV, which last year led its segment with 19,098 sales -- overtaking the 2012 leader Nissan Dualis with a resounding distance to its 12,434.  The build dates affected by the recall from August 23, 2011 to 24 February, 2012, and the VIN number range is  KMHJT81BLCU373966 to KMHJU81VSCU485865. The VIN number can be found on the build plate in the engine bay.Hyundai says the defect has not been responsible for any injuries in Australia, and that the seatbelts will still continue to operate and protect occupants in the meantime. "There have been no incidents here yet," Hyundai spokesman Guido Schenken told Carsguide. "The defect only affects the pretensioner, so the rest of the seatbelt mechanism works fine. The fix will take about 30 minutes at the most."Hyundai is notifying affected owners by letter, instructing them to return their ix35 to the nearest dealership, where the seatbelt pretensioner will be replaced.  
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Used Hyundai Getz review: 2002-2011
By Ewan Kennedy · 17 Feb 2014
Ewan Kennedy reviews the Hyundai Getz as a used buy.
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Used Hyundai i45 review: 2010-2012
By Graham Smith · 28 Feb 2014
Who would have thought that an Asian carmaker could produce a car as elegant as the Hyundai i45?
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Used Hyundai Sonata review: 1993-2010
By Ewan Kennedy · 11 Apr 2014
yundai Sonata is a medium to large South Korean car that hasn’t enjoyed the sales success of its smaller brothers.
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Hyundai i30 diesel ECU
Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 21 Feb 2014

It would seem that the problem with your car hasn't been fixed, and that instead of recommending you sell it, the dealer should be fixing it. Take it back and demand that the problem be sorted out, get Hyundai involved directly if you feel that will help resolve it faster.

Hyundai ix35 2013: Diesel intermittent problem
Answered by Graham Smith · 28 Feb 2014

I don't blame you; the problem should have been fixed a long time ago. It sounds to me like it could be related to the diesel particulate filter regeneration, but whatever it needs a proper investigation. Take it back to your dealer and ask them what they plan to do about it. We will contact Hyundai on your behalf and request their assistance in fixing the problem.

2013 Hyundai i30 CDRI smoke
Answered by Graham Smith · 28 Feb 2014

I don't doubt that you feel frustrated; I would too. The diagnoses you have been given are all plausible, but they clearly need more investigation to establish the real cause. Go back to your dealer and ask them to tell you what they plan to do to fix your car. We will contact Hyundai in the meantime and ask for head office help for you.

Clunking gearbox noise when reversing Veloster
Answered by Graham Smith · 14 Mar 2014

It is probably backlash in the driveline, as you say like that you would experience in a rear-drive diff. If it's only happening when you backing out of the driveway I wouldn't be concerned about it.

i30 petrol auto power loss
Answered by Graham Smith · 02 May 2014

Ask that a service representative go with you, so you can show them what the problem is and that it is still present. Once you have their agreement that there is a problem you should be able to move forward and get a resolution.

i20 a safe bet
Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 02 May 2014

There's nothing of great significance to report on with the i30, it was a great step forward from the Getz it replaced. The issues that cause most concern relate to the radio and the battery, which can go flat and cause starting issues. I wouldn't be too concerned about those, however, as the i20 is a safe and sound little car.

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