2008 Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Sonata 2008

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2008 Hyundai Sonata repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (6%)

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2008 Hyundai Sonata transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

101060 mi

C $575
The other two leaking components were not repaired/replaced since the car will be sold. I was quoted $360 for the transmission pan replacement and around $2,250 to repair the leak at the the timing belt cover. The timing belt cover had been previously repaired around 3 years ago. 
101680 mi

C $400
Transmission oil pan replaced. Oil pan and front timing chain cover not done at this time. 
71200 mi Dealer replaced transmission. When leaving dealership, I felt a clunk from the transmission and the check engine went and stayed on. 
72000 mi Check engine light code showed an internal failure of the transmission, transmission replaced again. 
2000 mi Transmission low of fluid. Dealer added fluid. 
39000 mi Car has a shake. Feels like a tire out of balance. Dealer says it is the torque converter locking up and all 08 Sonata's will shake between 40 and 50 mph. 

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2008 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

162-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

110000 mi

US $696
Broken dual-mass flywheel. Problem diagnosed but not repaired. 

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2008 Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

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