2003 Hyundai XG300 recalls and problems

The 2003 Hyundai XG300 has 1 safety recall and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
8
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Hyundai XG300 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Hyundai XG300 recalls

Recall 09V-124: Suspension

Reported Apr 16, 2009 · 188,282 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor Company

Problem: Hyundai is recalling 188,282 my 2001-2004 sonata and my 2001-2004 xg300 and xg350 vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Road salt applied in these jurisdictions during the winter months may result in progressive, internal corrosion of the front sub-frame on the vehicles, and may result in thinning or perforation of the sub-frame steel. The corrosion is frequently visible and often discovered during inspection or routine maintenance, and owners may also hear noises or notice tire misalignment and steering pull. If these signals are undetected or unheeded, the corrosion may progress and the forward mounting of the lower control arm may detach from the sub-frame.

Risk: If that happens, the vehicle may lose drive power to the wheels, and the front wheel may make contact with the fender or wheel well, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will measure the thickness of the front sub-frame and inspect the front sub-frame for corrosion damage and, if necessary, the front sub-frame will be replaced with a new sub-frame that incorporates additional holes in the upper and lower panels. If the front sub-frame does not require replacement, the dealer will add drainage holes to the sub-frame and will treat the sub-frame with rust-proofing material to stop the corrosion process. This procedure will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact the hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.

2003 Hyundai XG300 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Steering1
Visibility1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Clutch Assembly — 3
  • Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
  • Visibility › Windshield — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,016 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2003 Hyundai XG300 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 50,016 miles · reported Oct 21, 2007
Writer has a 2003 sonata. My drivers rear caliper would wear down the brake pads very fast and the others would be like new. After 2 visits the caliper was replaced. After 2 days of sitting in the garage I'd back the car up and hear grinding. The dealer said it was just rust on the rotor and it stopped after driving a few minutes. After being put in storage over the summer to drive my sports car during the summer I went to driver the sonata. While sitting in the warehouse during summer all four rotors rusted up beyond being able to drive the car safely. And the front calipers seized up. The…
Power Train · at 71,000 miles · reported Apr 25, 2007
My 2003 hyundai santa fe has 71,000 miles on it and I'm having problems with the clutch. Now from doing a little research online I find that I AM not the only one. I AM a part time student, and work a full time job, but replacing my clutch is a bit expensive and I do not believe that I can afford it. If many people are having clutch or transmission problems shouldn't there be a recall?
Power Train · reported Oct 24, 2005
2003 hyundai tiburon gt v6 2.7 liter purchased used with approx. 40,000 miles on it. Purchased extended warranty from dealership. 2 1/2 weeks later the clutch went out. Towed back to dealership. Told that clutch, pressure plate, and flywheel needed to be replaced $1900 not covered under warranty. Told that was due to driving habits. Found out through researching looking for replacement parts that there is a TSB 04-40-005 related to this problem with a "cause code" of "deformed". Our car falls under all the conditions on this bulletin, however, the dealership will still not repair the car.…
Power Train · at 12,000 miles · reported Sep 13, 2005
My hyundai 2003 xg 350 had incidents of lurching powerfully forward or backward even though my foot would be pressed hard on the brakes. It happened three times. The third time it did it, I had it in reverse with my foot on the brakes and while my wife was trying to enter the car on the passenger seat side, the car rabbit jumbed backward and cause her injuries that warranted taking her to the emergency room on september 12 2005. I searched the internet and found out that many other owners had the same exact experience and that they all had trouble convincing hyundai of the problem. If they…
Steering · at 57,000 miles · reported Mar 4, 2005
While turning the vehicle lost power steering.. Consumer pulled over and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Hyundai XG300 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Hyundai XG300: 09V-124 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Hyundai XG300?

Owners report power train problems most often (4 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,016 miles.

Are Hyundai recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.