2002 Hyundai XG350
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 | 3 |
| 2002 | 60 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 144 |
| 2006 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
27% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing side/window and sensor/control module.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE AT 55 MPH, AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK, NECK AND HAND INJURIES. THE CONSUMER IS STILL BEING TREATED FOR THESE INJURIES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050216
WHEN T BONED AT 40 MPH THE SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE ENGINE DROPPED. VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20050215
Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
18% of complaints: suspension — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear and shock absorber.
CRASH13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine.
CRASH FIRE10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
XG350L-VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD FROM A TOTAL STOP WHEN ACCELARATED OR WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, DEALER HAS ATTEMTED TO FIX PROBLEM 3 TIMES BUT IT CONTINUES STILL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020708
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD WHETHER VEHICLE IS AT A COMPLETE STOP OR WHEN CONSUMER IS DRIVING VEHICLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THE PROBLEM WHICH WAS FIXED FOR 1 WEEK AND THEN THE PROBLEM REOCCURED.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20020410
10% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.
Show complaint excerpts
THE TORQUE CONVERTER & TRANSMISSION FLUID PUMP ARE KNOWN TO BE DEFECTIVE IN THIS TRANSMISSION, THE F5A51 MITSUBISHI/HYUNDAI TRANSMISSION. MINE STARTED GOING OUT RECENTLY, AT 75K MILES!
NHTSA ODI report, 20200901
SAFETY TIMELINE
SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES CONTAIN A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE THAT MAY NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. IF A VEHICLE WITH A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE THAT IS NOT PROPERLY CLOSED WERE TO ROLL OVER, FUEL SPILLAGE MAY
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
Campaign 04V178000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY" A VALVE ON THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY MAY NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. IF
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI DE PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-981-0188.
Campaign 04V369000 — 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
2002 Hyundai XG350 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V178000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V369000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V124000 (suspension) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2002 Hyundai XG350 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 2002 Hyundai XG350?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Hyundai XG350 have?
3 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.