Major Problems with 2006 Hyundai Sonata Derived from Complaints & Recalls

Custom-fit Add-ons

Torque wrench
Mechanic tool set
Tool box

Worst 3 complaints of 2006 Hyundai Sonata

2006 Hyundai Sonata AIR BAGS Victims: 5

2006 Hyundai Sonata AIR BAGS Victims: 4 Mileage: 130000 miles

2006 Hyundai Sonata SERVICE BRAKES Victims: 3

Browse 2006 Hyundai Sonata complaints by category

Problems with AIR BAGS, VISIBILITY and SEAT BELTS are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Hyundai Sonata owners.

Problem Category	Number of Problems
AIR BAGS re new hyundai sonata 2006 with intermittent warning light warning that right front passenger air bag is inoperative. complained to...	357 ~ 69727 miles
VISIBILITY tl*the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the air bag light illuminates whether or not someone...	150 ~ 62789 miles
SEAT BELTS tl*the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. while driving 35 mph the contact's vehicle struck another vehicle. the passenger'd side...	94 ~ 77554 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM bought a 2006 hyundai sonata march 18 2006 at ourisman hyundai in laurel md. a week later march 25 2006...	76 ~ 81362 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL i had noticed at first the crack in the dashboard in 2006 right after i had purchased my car. they...	57 ~ 118175 miles
SUSPENSION after owning the car and driving it for less than 100 miles there was a noticeable vibration on the around...	56 ~ 109568 miles
SERVICE BRAKES my car started having problems in may that when i look them up are listed as issues that have been...	46 ~ 81941 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS paggenger side air bag light stayed lighted when seat was occupied by an adult indicating that in case of an...	45 ~ 44272 miles
ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds he heard a...	38 ~ 89425 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL dt*: the contact stated while accelerating at anytime the vehicle hesitated without warning. the dealer indicated this was the design...	36 ~ 83790 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING that's the problem there is no serious event leading up to the problem. it is happening because theses cars are...	30 ~ 63840 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER sunvisor both passenger and driver retention clips gave out. sunvisors now hang down and wont stay in place. the dealer	29 ~ 74134 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 1. rear passenger side repeat rattling thumping noise in suspension at speeds below 40 mph causing disturbance and agitation to...	28 ~ 36599 miles
STEERING dt: the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact states that the vehicle over steers very badly. he states...	27 ~ 79415 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER dash board air bag light came on and remained on. took to a mechanic who stated it was an error...	24 ~ 80196 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS dt*: the contact stated while driving at no specific speed with a passenger the air bag lamp illuminated communicating to...	20 ~ 11223 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE i have rust starting to form on the exterior deck lid seams . the rust id not surface rust but...	17 ~ 93635 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issue for 2006 hyundai sonata gls v6 (1)driving in san francisco area with respecting local traffic laws. (2)suddenly esc failed...	15 ~ 55283 miles
POWER TRAIN tl*the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. while driving 60-70 mph the speed would decrease to 20-30 mph without warning....	12 ~ 75510 miles
SEATS tl*the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. while making a left turn at 5 mph the front passenger seat became...	12 ~ 69200 miles
STRUCTURE dt*: the contact stated while accelerating at anytime the vehicle hesitated without warning. the dealer indicated this was the design...	12 ~ 40508 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 1. rear passenger side repeat rattling thumping noise in suspension at speeds below 40 mph causing disturbance and agitation to...	11 ~ 49888 miles
WHEELS this complaint applies to a 2007 hyundai sonata limited (no option for 2007 was available in drop down menu) (issue...	9 ~ 124817 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM driving from bakersfield ca to auburn ca on 12-20-12. filled with fuel about 15 miles before auburn. parked in auburn...	8 ~ 98091 miles
EQUIPMENT in car thermometer not accurate. it is off by over 20 degrees. when the temperature dropped well below 0 nothing	8 ~ 39250 miles
SWITCH > BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING 09v122000-i have taken my car to the dealership and they have refused to fix the car as they have not...	7 ~ 33875 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION 1. rear passenger side repeat rattling thumping noise in suspension at speeds below 40 mph causing disturbance and agitation to...	7 ~ 28144 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING a fire started in the engine of my two-month-old 2006 hyundai sonata after it had been parked for approximately five...	6 ~ 21824 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES rf tire exhibited blister on sidewall. america's tire in roseville ca stated it was not a manufacturer's defect but the	6 ~ 9226 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION this complaint applies to a 2007 hyundai sonata limited (no option for 2007 was available in drop down menu) (issue...	5 ~ 41200 miles
TIRES after owning the car and driving it for less than 100 miles there was a noticeable vibration on the around...	5 ~ 26671 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES doors lock with keypad while doors are still open. after shopping i buckled my son in his car seat and...	5 ~ 21242 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE three out of my four door handles have fallen off of my vehicle. the first two fell off while the...	4 ~ 78133 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE i own an 06 hyundai sonata and was hearing a growling noise which became louder with increased speed. after going...	4 ~ 98000 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl*the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. while driving 45 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and the front...	4 ~ 25520 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl*- the contact stated that the 2006 hyundai sonata lx had problems with the transmission slipping. while driving at 10...	4 ~ 46913 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY the cars electric windows do not roll down during damp weather below freezing. with heater on high and 25 min....	4 ~ 14683 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE i was just getting off the interstate and was driving home when the car made this clunking noise and then...	3 ~ 122333 miles
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated on...	3 ~ 55633 miles
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE the timing chain tensioner on my 2006 hyundai sonata was defective and caused the chain to gain slack causing the	3 ~ 23333 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING i recently purchased a new 2006 hyundai sonata. i have had the vehicle to the dealer several times because of...	3 ~ 46668 miles
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the rear deck stop light in the back was inoperative. the failure...	2 ~ 38500 miles
LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph the passenger air bag...	2 ~ 87500 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT the passenger airbag actuation sensors do not work correctly on our 2006 hyundai sonata. my wife can ride on the...	2 ~ 7992 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds the front passenger side airbag light intermittently illuminated indicating the passenger side...	2 ~ 5500 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE dt*: the contact stated when the fuel tank was filled to the or full mark there was a creaking noise...	2 ~ 49505 miles
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS my husband and i rented a 2006 hyundai sonata v6 from avis car rental in kansas city missouri while on...	2 ~ 12000 miles
FRONT > SEAT BELTS dt*: the contact stated while using the driver's seat belt it cuts into her neck. there is no way to	2 ~ 21562 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING dt*: the contact stated there is a subtle odor in the vehicle that makes the occupants ill. the vehicle was...	2 ~ 4550 miles
CONTROL ARM > FRONT > SUSPENSION tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving she could hear a loud sound...	2 ~ 5000 miles
AUTOMATIC (ASC) > ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL we bought our 2006 hyundai sonata on tuesday july 19 2005. we were driving on a windy road on saturday...	2 ~ 19679 miles
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. while driving 40 mph a loud abnormal noise was heard and the...	1 ~ 196986 miles
TORQUE CONVERTER > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. when the vehicle was started and placed in either drive or reverse...	1
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. while driving the vehicle the contact heard an abnormal noise. the vehicle...	1 ~ 59158 miles
LAMP > BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 mph the brakes...	1 ~ 130000 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT 2006 hyundai sonata. consumer writes in regards to replacement of drive belt issues. *smd the consumer stated there were no...	1
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the air bag warning lamp illuminated. the vehicle...	1 ~ 68000 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY while driving at 70 mph i noticed the white line on right side of road curve sharply inward toward vehicle....	1 ~ 100450 miles
TIE ROD ASSEMBLY > LINKAGES > STEERING had to replace front tie rods and bottom plate holding right front strut. part failed again and replaced the plate...	1 ~ 40000 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact attempted to start the ignition however the key would not...	1 ~ 30000 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES tl*the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata which houses pirelli cinturato p3000 tires line size p215/60/r16. while driving he would...	1 ~ 78000 miles
PARKING BRAKE at first it was the radio turning on and off by itself when i would try to lower the volume...	1 ~ 75000 miles
RECLINER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS tl* the contact owns a 2006 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph the passenger air bag...	1 ~ 60000 miles
CHILD SEAT airbag light on took car to carsplus shop diag/advise: found dtc b1706 passenger seat beat buckle needs replaced spo buckle...	1 ~ 29780 miles
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN good morning! i am having problems with my sonata and i need assistance and advise. my vehicle has broke down...	1 ~ 47200 miles
WEBBING > FRONT > SEAT BELTS seat belt strap broke passager side during accident in a 2006 hyundai sonata. ricky j. caperton was the passager. spend	1
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM i had noticed at first the crack in the dashboard in 2006 right after i had purchased my car. they...	1 ~ 5000 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY glass exploded in the sun roof. *tr...	1 ~ 25560 miles
MOTOR > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY since last six months the driver side power lock is not working and also the windshield water pump is not...	1 ~ 15710 miles
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN complaint centers on a pattern of deceptive and misleading representations by hyundai dealership in las vegas planet hyundai. car was...	1 ~ 18000 miles
TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING s10 appropriate handling re defective engine-malfunction indicator light and erratic rpm reading involving reduce acceleration fm owner of a 2006...	1
STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE this complaint applies to a 2007 hyundai sonata limited (no option for 2007 was available in drop down menu) (issue...	1 ~ 1 miles
AXLE SHAFT > AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN this complaint applies to a 2007 hyundai sonata limited (no option for 2007 was available in drop down menu) (issue...	1 ~ 1 miles
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY 2006 hyundai sonata gls v6 vin : [xxx]. while driving a day air bag light came around 83k miles. brought...	1 ~ 83000 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds the front passenger side airbag light intermittently illuminated indicating the passenger side...	1 ~ 6000 miles
ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY > AIR BAGS to whom it may concern i am writing this in regards to a service problem i am encountering concerning my...	1
FAN > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING dt*: the contact stated the cooling fan sensor malfunctioned causing the hood and fenders to become extremely hot. the dealer	1 ~ 3000 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM dt*: the contact stated there was carbon monoxide infiltrating in the cabin of the vehicle causing headaches to the driver...	1 ~ 200 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i purchased a 2006 hyundai sonata in october 2005. the vehicle has developed a high pitched whine at 60-69 mph...	1
WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES > FRONT > SEAT BELTS the seat-belt warning chime on this vehicle activates the moment the driver's belt is unbuckled even if the car is...	1

Torque wrench

EPAuto 1/2-inch Drive Click Torque Wrenc...
- Durable Ratchet Head: Made from Hardened treated Chrome Vanadium steel alloy (Cr-V) Corrosion-Retardant: Satin Finish. Made in Taiwan
- Easy Storage: A sturdy plastic storage case is included. Non-Slip Grip: Knurled handle
- Easy to Read: High...
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISE - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat-treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONGEVITY -...
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
LEXIVON 3/8-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
LEXIVON Inch Pound Torque Wrench 1/4-Inc...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
TEKTON 3/8 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque ...
- Includes 1-pc. 3/8 in. drive torque wrench; Storage case; Product manual with torque conversion chart
- Wrench emits a click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- Permanently marked, high-contrast dual-range...

Mechanic tool set

Crescent 180 Pc. Professional Tool Set i...
- The Crescent Professional Tool Set has a newly designed 72T quick release ratchet
- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...

Tool box

TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...