2002 Hyundai XG350 recalls and problems

The 2002 Hyundai XG350 has 3 safety recalls and 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
60
Crashes / fires
8 / 3
Injuries / deaths
5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Hyundai XG350 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Hyundai XG350 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.

Recall 04V-369: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Jul 26, 2004 · 919 vehicles affected · HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity" a valve on the fuel tank assembly may not close properly. If a vehicle rolls over and the fuel tank assembly valve is not properly closed, fuel spillage may occur.

Risk: Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. The recall began on october 5, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai de puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.

Recall 04V-178: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Apr 9, 2004 · 263,968 vehicles affected · HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Some passenger vehicles contain a fuel tank assembly valve that may not close properly. If a vehicle with a fuel tank assembly valve that is not properly closed were to roll over, fuel spillage may occur.

Risk: Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. Owner notification began on june 30, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

2002 Hyundai XG350 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags16
Suspension11
Engine and Engine Cooling8
Vehicle Speed Control6
Power Train6
Electrical System6
Fuel System, Gasoline5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Structure4
Engine3
Visibility2
Fuel/Propulsion System2

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 5
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
  • Air Bags › Side/Window — 3
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 2
  • Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields — 2
  • Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module — 2
  • Suspension › Rear — 2
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 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 2002 Hyundai XG350 complaints

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

Suspension · at 224,000 miles · reported Jan 27, 2021
The contact owns a 2002 hyundai xg350. The contact stated that the driver's side rear upper control arm detached from the frame due to corrosion. The contact also stated that he noticed the driver's side rear tire leaning. The contact also stated that the frame was corroded. The vehicle was not yet taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The contact called mccarthy blue springs hyundai (3000 nw s outer rd, blue springs, mo 64015) and informed them of the failure and schedule an appointment. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was…
Power Train · at 75,000 miles · reported Sep 1, 2020
The torque converter & transmission fluid pump are known to be defective in this transmission, the f5a51 mitsubishi/hyundai transmission. Mine started going out recently, at 75k miles! This problem/defect is also very well known to hyundai/kia/mitsubishi and they choose to ignore the issue & instead try to blame the owners & claim that we've been neglectful or abusive to the transmission which is simply not the case. I'll say that again, hyundai & mitsubishi know of the manufacturing defects in these parts as well as defects with the crankshaft in the engine but choose to ignore it and claim…
Engine · at 139,000 miles · reported Oct 16, 2018
The contact owns a 2002 hyundai xg350. While driving 40 MPH, a burning odor was detected inside the vehicle and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact was not sure of the origin of the odor. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.
Engine · at 100,700 miles · reported Mar 8, 2018
My hyundai xg 350 2002 had a little over 100,000 miles on it. On 2/12/2018, while driving on a route 17 south in mahwah, nj, I hear a high pitch cracking sound with a smoke coming out of the car and soon the car became disabled on the side of highway route 17 s leaking a engine oils all over the place. At the body shop, they found out that the the bottom part of the engine got cracked with a adult-fist size hole leaking engine oils all over the place. The owner of the body shop mentioned that it is his first time to see the engine got cracked with such a big hole. It appears that the engine…
Suspension · reported Feb 4, 2016
The contact owns a 2002 hyundai xg350. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 09v124000 (Suspension); however, the dealer failed to repair the vehicle. The contact was given a buy back offer from the manufacturer, but declined the offer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 03/15/16.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Hyundai XG350 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Hyundai XG350: 09V-124 (suspension), 04V-369 (fuel system, gasoline), 04V-178 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Hyundai XG350?

Owners report air bags problems most often (16 reports), followed by suspension (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 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.