2001 Hyundai XG300 Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 11%of 65 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 2001 Hyundai XG300, 11% of the 65 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“The contact owns a 2001 Hyundai XG300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and driven cautiously on the shoulder. In addition, there was an unexpected acceleration and unknown electrical issues. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to detect a trouble code. The contact stated that the alternator had been previously replaced by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000. ...updated 12-24-13”
NHTSA complaint #10548435, filed 2013-10, 51,000 miles“Dt: when the vehicle accelerated into passing gear the vehicle completely shuts down. After about 15 minutes the car will start back up. The check engine light is displayed after the vehicle stalls. The problem has been corrected twice in the span of a two or three year period. The service department said it was a computer chip that controls the acceleration.”
NHTSA complaint #10120456, filed 2005-05“Consumer attempted to the apply the brakes, when the vehicle suddenly accelerated, consumer was unable to stop vehicle, vehicle hit a telephone pole, driver suffered head injuries, and passenger sustained a broken shoulder and ribs.”
NHTSA complaint #8002719, filed 2002-01“While traveling and without any indication vehicle lost throttle control. Vehicle was towed to dealership, and technician claimed there was corrosion on throttles electrical connection.”
NHTSA complaint #10055600, filed 2004-01Related service bulletins
- 10016301Jun 1, 2005Electronic throttle system (ets) diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) update.
Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 2 | 25% |
| 2001 | 7 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2001 Hyundai XG300
17 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsBrakes
9 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 Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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