1996 Hyundai Sonata Engine Problems
5 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (5)
Your engine suddenly quit while you were stopped at a traffic light, with no warning signs beforehand. The car had been running normally up until that point, and it had been about 4,000 miles since your last oil change. The fix may involve diagnosing the ignition, fuel system, or engine components to determine why the engine stalled.
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Your car keeps stalling repeatedly—it cuts off while driving at highway speeds, bucks and restarts on its own, and dies when turning corners at low speeds (requiring you to shift to neutral to restart it). This problem has returned at least 10 times despite multiple repair attempts. The issue likely involves the fuel or ignition system and may require diagnostic testing to identify why the engine is losing power under these specific conditions.
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Your car stalls whenever you turn on the air conditioning. The dealer has been notified but hasn't been able to fix the problem yet. This issue likely involves the engine's idle control system or fuel delivery when the A/C compressor engages.
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VALVE COVER GASKETS FAILED.
WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN 65MPH AND TURNS CORNERS THE CAR STALLS. OWNER WOULD HAVE TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL TO START IT UP AGAIN. THE CAR HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR, AND THERE IS STILL STALLING. *AK