2003 Hyundai XG350
Only 20 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 20
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2003
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 20 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 60 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 144 |
| 2006 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
7 of 20 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing sensor/control module and side/window.
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The airbag light stays on. I have read numerous other complaints about this. There appears to be no solution to prevent the light from coming back on, despite different attempts to fix the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-10
Vehicle speed control
6 of 20 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control and accelerator pedal.
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While braking vehicle accelerated. The consumer had to depress the brake pedal numerous times to decelerate. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-01
My inlaws' car accelerated on its own causing an accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-15
Also filed under Electrical system
Suspension
4 of 20 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing upper ball joint and lower ball joint.
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I was recently the victim of a near catastrophic mechanical failure while operating my 2003 Hyundai XG350L. I noticed the steering pulling hard to one direction, which made me take it for a tire inspection.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-15
Electrical system
3 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module.
Structure
1 of 20 total reports mentions: structure.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2004-06-30Fuel system, gasoline04V178000 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…
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.
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2004-10-05Fuel system, gasoline04V369000 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.…
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.
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2009-07-17Suspension09V124000 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…
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…
Buy-smart checklist
2003 Hyundai XG350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 04V178000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 04V369000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 09V124000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 2003 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 2003 Hyundai XG350?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 Hyundai XG350 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.