Hyundai Bad Engine Problems

No matter how much effort you put into something, it’s rare that anything we produce as human beings comes out flawless. All the engineering, technology, and know-how can’t circumvent natural and virtually unavoidable human error. Which is why some automakers have had to face the harsh reality that while their intentions were good, the vehicles they produced were discovered to have some serious flaws. Things like engine problems. And today’s blog is all about Hyundai bad engine problems.

Since 2005, More Cash For Scrap has been providing scrap car removal services all over Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. And as such, we’ve seen a lot of late model sedans and SUVs with engine issues and engine failure. One of the brands we come across the most is Hyundai.

Certain years and models of Hyundai vehicles are riddled with engine malfunction, and safety issues as a result. Which is why many consumers choose to scrap their aging Hyundai vehicle. And when they do, they choose the scrap car removal services of More Cash For Scrap.

Faulty Hyundai Engines

Hyundai’s are known to come with an exceptional optional warranty. And when you purchase a vehicle with known engine issues that are catastrophic, a warranty is a must. Although there have been several recalls issued to various Hyundai vehicles, the fact of the matter is that not all vehicles that were affected were included in the recalls.

Which means, if you didn’t purchase the optional warranty, you’ll be out of pocket to replace your vehicle’s engine, or left to scrap it, depending on your vehicle’s age. Knowing what signs to look out for can be helpful in determining if your vehicle was affected.

The Most Common Engine Issues with Hyundai Vehicles Include:

• Engine knocking
• Debris in the oil, thus in the engine
• Burning oil
• Leaking oil
• Tapping, ticking, or knocking
• Engine power cutting in and out sporadically
• Engine fires due to oil leaks
• Severe power failure
• Difficulty starting the vehicle
• Engine seizure
• Excessive oil consumption
• Misfiring
• Intermittent stalling

As you can see, while engine failure may be the common theme amongst older Hyundai vehicles, the list of issues is lengthy. If you’re experiencing any of the above issues, check to see if your car is part of the Canada-wide recall.

And if it’s not, call our scrap car removal specialists today. We pay MORE cash for scrap cars with mechanical failure than any other junk car removal company in Metro Vancouver or the Fraser Valley!

Which Hyundai Vehicles Were Affected with Engine Failure?

A recall was issued in 2015 on Hyundai vehicles for engine failure, potential engine fire risk, and actual engine fires. It wasn’t a blanket recall put on all of the vehicles that Hyundai produces. Rather specific models and specific years, and Hyundai owners were notified by mail at their last known address.

The Hyundai Vehicles with Engine Problems Were:

• Hyundai Sonata
• Hyundai Santa Fe
• Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
• Hyundai Elantra

There were over 3 million Hyundai models recalled due to engine fire and engine failure. And because Hyundai took too long to formally issue a recall, Transport Canada and the NHTSA fined them $137 million.

The recall that was issued on Hyundai engines was on the above models produced as far back as 2011, and up to an including 2015. However, the absolute most problematic years reported by Hyundai owners were 2011 and 2012.

Which Hyundai Engines Are Bad?

According to consumer reports, Transport Canada, and the NHTSA, only certain Hyundai models were affected with engine failure and engine fire. However, that’s because the problem relates to a serious design flaw that is only relative to certain engines. The 2.0 litre turbocharged and 2.4 litre Hyundai engines were the ones that were specifically addressed as being the most problematic.

If you purchased the optional warranty, your vehicle will likely be covered, if not by the recall. However, that solely depends on whether or not you remained within the terms of your warranty since the day you bought the vehicle. Consult your Hyundai dealership for the specifics.

There was once a rumour that Hyundai vehicles came with a lifetime warranty on their engines. However, it’s speculated that this was started by Hyundai representatives to boost sales. Because the reality is, they are NOT covered under warranty for life. But engine replacement is covered if you haven’t breached the conditions of your warranty.

While some people purchased an optional warranty (which did or did not include engine replacement), others were left with vehicles that were not included in the recall for a variety of reasons. Some consumers spent a lot of wasted time trying to get Hyundai to replace their engine at no charge, even though their VIN wasn’t part of the recall.

This was mainly because their car or SUV was doing the same thing the recalled vehicles were. However, without a VIN association, Hyundai refused to provide an engine replace at no charge in most cases.

This is where many Lower Mainland residents turned to the scrap car removal services of More Cash For Scrap. We always pay MORE cash for cars with dead engines or fire damage from engine fires. And if you encountered either while owning a Hyundai, we want to talk to you! Give us a call and find out just how much cash for scrap car we pay in Metro Vancouver.

Most Common Hyundai Vehicle Problems

Whenever you make a big-ticket purchase like a vehicle, you’re always taking a risk. It doesn’t matter if you’ve studied the brand that you’re buying extensively. It also doesn’t matter how many consumers reports you’ve reviewed, or how many friends you’ve talked to that owned one.

The reality is that even the best engineered vehicles have issues. And even when all accounts point to engine failure, like with Hyundai brand, you may not ever encounter during the time you own the vehicle. But if you do, you’ll certainly know. Looking for the correct signs and symptoms of the known issues is one way to get a quick diagnosis.

The Most Common Problems on Hyundai Vehicles Are:

• Engine stalling
• Burning or leaking oil
• Engine failure
• Problems shifting
• Transmission failure
• Electrical problems
• Power steering issues
• ABS system malfunction

Although the list above seems short, there are a plenty of other mechanical and electrical problems that affect Hyundai vehicles. You can check reports on the Transport Canada website, or consult the NHTSA website for all the reports and details.

Ultimately, the verdict is that no matter what Hyundai you own, you’ll experience mechanical issues sooner rather than later. Luckily though, Hyundai has one of the best available optional warranties in the industry.

With their 10-year, 100,000 km warranty (whichever comes first) you’ll be covered for most things, including the engine. It’s worth the extra money to cover yourself in the even of catastrophic breakdown.

How Do I Know If My Engine is Failing?

If you’re a Hyundai owner, the signs that your engine is failing may be something massive and in-your-face like it catching fire. But it could also be something far less offensive and noticeable, like slight engine knocking or periodic stalling.

Knowing what signs and symptoms to look our for can help you get a quick resolution to your vehicle’s engine malfunction.

Signs & Symptoms That Your Engine is Failing Include:

• Worsening gas mileage
• Poor or worsening performance
• Hesitation (especially when switching gears or going uphill)
• New, unusual, or worsening sounds coming from the engine
• A burning smell
• White smoke coming from tail pipes
• Engine fire
• Burning or leaking of oil or other fluids
• Shuddering or vibrating (especially upon acceleration)
• Lack of power when accelerating

Only a true professional can properly assess and diagnose your vehicle’s issues. Particularly something so involved like engine malfunction or failure. Visit our friend at West Coast Auto Repairs to find out if your vehicle’s engine is on its way out.

Did Hyundai Canada Fix Their Engines?

The honest answer is yes and no. Because the known issue that was causing so many engine problems for consumers have been addressed in newer models of Hyundai vehicles. However, engine failure and fires have still been reported by consumers across Canada (and the US).

In fact, all Hyundai models between 2006 and 2021 have been flagged and are under investigation for potential fire hazard by Transport Canada and the NHTSA. Additionally, the 2015-2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has had a recall issued due to known engine component flaws. However, many other newer models have been affected, but are not yet recalled as they are under investigation.

Selling a vehicle with mechanical problems can be tough. And when that mechanical issue poses a real risk to the safety of the occupants, it can be darn right impossible. Which is why many BC residents sell us their defected, unwanted, or damaged vehicles. Because they know that we truly pay MORE cash for scrap cars than any other scrap car removal company in the Lower Mainland.

Cash for Cars with Mechanical Issues

Mechanical failure is inevitable when it comes to automobiles. No matter how much care and attention is put into their design, engineering, and manufacturing, quality will always be impacted in some form or another when mass producing anything.

We Buy All Scrap Vehicles with Mechanical Issues Including:

• Scrap Cars – Sedans, coupes, convertibles, station wagons, luxury sedans, sports cars
• Junk Trucks – Light duty trucks, heavy duty trucks, 1-tonne work trucks, scrap commercially used rucks
• Junk Vans – Scrap minivans, junk cargo vans, moving vans, converted vans, campervans
• Scrap Hybrids – PHEVs with dead batteries, collision damaged hybrids, EV trucks, Teslas with or without fire damage

At More Cash For Scrap, we know and understand that vehicles are complex pieces of machinery. They have their ups and down, their successes and failures. And regardless of how much your vehicle lets you down, More Cash For Scrap will always be here to put MORE cash back in your pocket for a failing vehicle.

Cash for Scrap Cars with Dead Engines & Transmissions

Today’s blog post is primarily about the known Hyundai bad engine problems. However, as you may have read, that’s not the only catastrophic problem many Hyundai vehicles had (or have).

From transmission failure to head gasket failure to major brake system issues, Hyundai vehicles can often times bring a whole host of mechanical failure with them. But luckily for Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley residents, More Cash For Scrap always offer MORE cash for scrap cars with dead engine, failed transmissions, and many other mechanical failures.

If your vehicle is 10 years or older, is having mechanical failure of any sort, and is or is not a Hyundai, More Cash For Scrap is the place to sell it. We LOVE buying Korean built vehicles with major mechanical failure. In fact, you could almost say that it’s our specialty.

How Much Cash for Cars Do We Pay in Vancouver?

Every vehicle that we buy has a different value, because every vehicle we buy is different. The fact that your vehicle may be scrap doesn’t determine a flat rate that we pay. Because unlike other scrap car removal companies in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, we customize our offers based off of your specific vehicle, and all that it has to offer.

Provide our junk car removal team with the make, model, year, condition, mileage, and location of your scrap vehicle. Then, let us know of any mechanical or electrical defects, as well as any other known repairs that it needs. Additionally, if your junk car is still running, let us know that too because running vehicles are always worth MORE to us!

Once we have all of this information, our scrap car removal team will present you with an instant cash offer right over the phone. If you accept our offer, we’ll send our tow truck to come collect your vehicle that very day. We can also book specific days and times if you prefer.

Our junk car removal services are available 7 days a week, from 7:00 AM-11:00 PM. We also operate on most statutory holidays. Thus, making the process of scrapping a car as quick and easy for our Lower Mainland customers.

Call or Text Our Scrap Car Buying Team Today!

A quick call or simple text message is all it takes to get an instant cash offer on ANY vehicle, no matter how scrappy it may be. We pride ourselves on always paying MORE cash for scrap cars than any other scrap car removal company in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

We strive to live up to our name every single day. We do this by paying the most cash for scrap cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, hybrids, and buses in the Lower Mainland. Moreover, we provide free towing, same day scrap car pickup, and the best customer service in the scrap car buying industry.

If you want to sell your mechanically defective Hyundai (or any other vehicle), sell it to More Cash For Scrap. We offer MORE customer service. MORE flexible junk car pick-up times. And pay MORE cash for scrap cars than the other guys!