2001 Hyundai XG300 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 22%of 65 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 43,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the electrical system of the 2001 Hyundai XG300, 22% of the 65 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 43,000 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.
“Check engine light came on and almost cut-off. Took it in to the dealer and the problem is major (electronic transmitter (valves) spark plug wires). Previously I've had two recalls. I need some additional information regarding Hyundai cars. Very inconveniencing. Ts”
NHTSA complaint #10002850, filed 2003-01, 43,000 miles“Car was towed 3 times in 2002, october and twice in december, to dealership for sensor failures and car stalled out at 50 MPH on major roadway. I was almost hit by a dumptruck behind me, I was able to barely coast into a side street. Electronic control module failed and was fixed. Car was in for repairs 7 times in the 2 years I owned it. I traded in this top of the line Hyundai for a buick regal that I love. One of the car salesman told me to never buy a car in the first year it is manufactured. Nobody told me this as I drove off the lot in my brand new 2001 car. …”
NHTSA complaint #10030673, filed 2003-08, 26,000 miles“Dt: the speedometer just stopped working. It stopped working on august 31, 2005. The consumer contacted the dealer and was told it would cost 500.00 to 700.00 to fix. The dealer said it was extremely rare, thought it could be a sensor or something electrical. The consumer believed the odometer has an internal short.”
NHTSA complaint #10135158, filed 2005-09, 79,082 miles“Continueous power failures. Battery replaced. Seemed okay for a couple of onths then if car wasn't used within 18-24 hours needed to be jumped started. Brought to dealer several times, no satisfaction yet. Problem worsening and ongoing.”
NHTSA complaint #10100685, filed 2004-11, 39,287 miles“Traveling at 45 to 55 MPH, engine stalled and check engine light came on. It LED to lost of power and acceleration on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, because the engine light continued to illuminate. The consumer stated the air bag light illuminated, there was a cracking sound under the vehicle, there was a wind noise and a vibration coming from the vehicle. The injectors, gaskets, ignition sensor and throttle body were replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10059659, filed 2004-02, 13,173 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10174808Apr 23, 2020This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⢠A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. ⢠A 30 Day…
- 10170883Jan 16, 2020This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common…
- 10018184Aug 1, 2005Automatic transaxle diagnostic trouble codes list.
- 10011790Dec 1, 2004Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1178 -electronic throttle system (ets) motor power-open and p1118 (ets) motor.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 14 | 22% |
Other parts of the 2001 Hyundai XG300
17 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsInterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Hyundai XG300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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