2001 Hyundai XG300L Problems
- Complaints
- 11filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 37,500miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2001 Hyundai XG300L (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2001 Hyundai XG300L. The part named most often is air bags, with 2 complaints (18% of the total), followed by brakes (2) and engine cooling (2). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 63% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 37,500 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 25 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags2 18%
- Brakes2 18%
- Engine cooling2 18%
- Engine1 9.1%
- Steering1 9.1%
Example complaints
Air bags: “Air bag warning light illuminated. Air bag harness failed, causing air bags to be unable to deploy in case of accident. Parts had to be replaced. Old part retained by owner.”
NHTSA complaint #10373358, filed 2010-12, 68,051 milesBrakes: “While driving at any speed brakes made a grinding sound. Dealer examined the vehicle five times without finding the cause of the problem is. Also, when the vehicle was driven over bumps there was a scraping sound coming from the under carriage.”
NHTSA complaint #10075975, filed 2004-06, 38,000 milesEngine cooling: “The contact owns a 2001 Hyundai XG300L. While driving between 40-45 MPH, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle stalled shortly afterwards. He was able to restart the vehicle and pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a goodyear service center and the mechanic stated that the engine was blown and the oil level was very low; however, the failure was not caused by a lack of oil. The manufacturer would not assist because the vehicle was out of warranty. …”
NHTSA complaint #10222920, filed 2008-03, 92,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “I have taken my car to the dealer on 3 occasions because I can feel a very rough jerk when the transmission shifts at speeds between 30 and 45 MPH and/or again at 50-65 MPH. I am about to make a 4th appointment for the same problem. The service dates are 9/29/03 odometer = 35831; 3/27/04 odometer = 43206; 5/29/04 odometer = 45826. Currently odometer = 53991. Each time the repair, which was under warranty, involved a software download. On 5-29-04, the sop cruise switch was replaced. This still has not fixed the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10093876, filed 2004-10, 35,831 milesMileage when problems were reported
63% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,831 and 68,051 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2001 Hyundai XG300L in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 25 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11025476Nov 6, 2025Exterior lighting. This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates…
- 10251285Feb 14, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of…
- 10247189Oct 13, 2023Engine cooling. This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
- 10235566Apr 24, 2023Body and structure. Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial…
- 10230904Jan 30, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates…
- 10217251Jul 28, 2022Engine cooling. Follow 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 sub-assembly replacement.
- 10217258Jul 14, 2022Tires. Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight…
- 10196546May 21, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicleâÂÂs ownerâÂÂs manual. ï· Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability…
- 10190044Mar 30, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling. This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection…
- 10190038Mar 23, 2021Brakes, Equipment. This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
Other model years of the Hyundai XG300L
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 11 | 37,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Hyundai XG300L model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2001 Hyundai XG300L have?
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2001 Hyundai XG300L as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2001 Hyundai XG300L is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 2 complaints (18% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 2001 Hyundai XG300L been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2001 Hyundai XG300L reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 37,500 miles and the middle half falls between 35,831 and 68,051 miles; 63% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.