2001 Hyundai XG300
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
28% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and emission control.
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CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT THE VEHICLE STALLING WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY THIS HAS HAPPEND 3 TO 4 TIME IN THE PAST LAST MONTH. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING SO NOTHING WAS NOT DONE. MR
NHTSA ODI report, 20021113
25% of complaints: electrical system — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and 12v/24v/48v battery.
15% of complaints: power train — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).
15% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DRIVING 65 MPH ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE WHEN VEHICLE #1 DROVE ACROSS INTERSTATE, VEHICLE #2 T-BONED VEHICLE #1, AND I STRUCK VEHICLE #2 FROM BEHIND AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH. TOTALED VEHICLE AND AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160903
DT: THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. UPON IMPACT, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. THIS VEHICLE WENT INTO AN EMBANKMENT AND ROLLED OVER. HE ENTIRE FRONT END WAS DAMAGED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20051024
WHILE TRAVELING AT 30 TO 40 MPH CONSUMER HIT A DOG AND A TELEPHONE POLE. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. A MONTH PRIOR TO ACCIDENT, AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20011012
14% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE SUSPENSION AND BRAKES WILL LOCK UP AND WHEN IT IS WET I HAVE SLID INTO BANKS OF DIRT AND HIT MY OTHER VEHICLE AND IT DOES NOT MATTER HOW FAST I GO.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141229
Also filed under SUSPENSION
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 110. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT HAVE THE CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE PLACARD ATTACHED.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE PLACARD AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE TIRE PRESS
Campaign 01V307000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCM) WERE INSTALLED IN SOME VEHICLES. THE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED PCMS CONTAINED A CONDENSER THAT WAS NO
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE PCM TO DETERMINE IF IT WAS MANUFACTURED DURING THE AFFECTED PRODUCTION PERIOD. IF NECESSARY, THE PCM WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 27, 2002. OWNERS WHO T
Campaign 01V362000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION THAT LEADS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION COULD RESULT FROM MOTION OF THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG WI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MORE SECURELY FASTEN THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG WIRING HARNESSES AND CONNECTORS TO THE VEHICLE'S FRONT SEAT CUSHION FRAMES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR V
Campaign 02V105000 — check if this car was fixed
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 188,282 MY 2001-2004 SONATA AND MY 2001-2004 XG300 AND XG350 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, M
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MEASURE THE THICKNESS OF THE FRONT SUB-FRAME AND INSPECT THE FRONT SUB-FRAME FOR CORROSION DAMAGE AND, IF NECESSARY, THE FRONT SUB-FRAME WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW SUB-FRAME THAT INCORPO
Campaign 09V124000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Hyundai XG300 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V307000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V362000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V105000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V124000 (suspension) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2001 Hyundai XG300 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Hyundai XG300?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Hyundai XG300 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.