2008 Hyundai Sonata Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 0%of 425 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 97,568miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2008 Hyundai Sonata, 0% of the 425 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 97,568 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I recently reviewed Hyundai recall campaign 121 (NHTSA campaign #14v415000), which describes that 2007-2012 veracruz models may have an oil leak at the front valve cover gasket. The recall states that if a sufficient amount of oil drips onto the alternator, the alternator can be damaged resulting in the charging system becoming inoperative. It goes on to state a risk of vehicle running on battery power, until battery voltage drops, and then potential for engine shut off, which increases the risk of a crash. In july, I took my 2008 Sonata to the local Hyundai dealership for service. …”
NHTSA complaint #10622641, filed 2014-08, 105,136 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, a loud ticking noise emitted from the engine. The vehicle then began to decelerate. The contact stopped the vehicle on the shoulder of the road and shut the vehicle off. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but it would not restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic stated that the engine fractured and would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. The VIN was not available. …”
NHTSA complaint #10442638, filed 2012-01, 90,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10247189Oct 13, 2023This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
- 10217251Jul 28, 2022Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or…
- 10190044Mar 30, 2021This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance…
- 10189989Mar 10, 2021This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
- 10041632Aug 1, 2011Hyundai: information is provided for the ecu update for hev active air flap (aaf).
- 10038212Dec 1, 2010Hyundai: a revised procedure for replacing the timing chain tensioners.
- 10034649Aug 1, 2010Hyundai: dtc p2135/p0638 or cold engine rpm fluctuation; tps replacement and ecm update. Some 2.7l, 3.3l or 3.8l engines in models identified in the applicability list may…
- 10032908Oct 1, 2009Hyundai: ata solenoid diagnostic trouble codes p0740, p0741, p0742, p0743, p0746, p0748, p0750, p0755, p0760, p0765, p0770. Incorrect operation of the transaxle solenoids may…
- 10032793Oct 1, 2009Hyundai: some vehicles may experience a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with the etc (electronic throttle control) system related dtc p2135 ( forced limited power) or dtc…
- 10030984Jul 1, 2009Hyundai: automatic transaxle range switch diagnostic trouble codes p0705 (range switch signal problems), p0707 (range switch open circuit), and p0708 (range switch short circuit…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 | 8 | 5% |
| 2018 | 14 | 4% |
| 2017 | 19 | 2% |
| 2016 | 17 | 2% |
| 2015 | 21 | 2% |
| 2014 | 21 | 3% |
| 2013 | 40 | 2% |
| 2012 | 11 | 1% |
| 2011 | 45 | 1% |
| 2009 | 6 | 1% |
| 2008 | 2 | 0% |
| 2007 | 8 | 1% |
| 2006 | 30 | 3% |
| 2005 | 5 | 3% |
| 2004 | 5 | 2% |
| 2003 | 14 | 7% |
| 2002 | 16 | 5% |
| 2001 | 23 | 11% |
| 2000 | 31 | 11% |
| 1999 | 23 | 19% |
| 1998 | 4 | 8% |
| 1997 | 7 | 14% |
| 1996 | 6 | 26% |
| 1995 | 9 | 14% |
| 1993 | 9 | 35% |
| 1992 | 4 | 18% |
| 1991 | 6 | 21% |
| 1989 | 5 | 45% |
Other parts of the 2008 Hyundai Sonata
137 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
96 complaintsBrakes
55 complaintsEngine
48 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsElectronic stability control
30 complaintsOther or unknown
21 complaintsExterior lighting
20 complaintsSeat belts
19 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Hyundai Sonata
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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