2013 Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Sonata 2013

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2013 Hyundai Sonata repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (8%)

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2013 Hyundai Sonata transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (15%)

< $100 (77%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

52000 mi

US $300
Transmission shifting hard. They reset the driving mode of the computer, which didn't fix the issue. I then received a check engine light and a Blue Link notification. Called them and they diagnosed a Temperature Sensor issue. 
31000 mi The transmission began having problems shifting and a warning light on the dash illuminated. A faulty transmission temperature sensor was replaced. 
39000 mi Transmission was shifting very harsh with delayed up shifts. There was also a check engine light present. Dealer reflashed the computer. Problem resolved for a few weeks and has since returned. 
75000 mi Transmission holding gears longer than normal when car is cold. Dealer flushed fluid and updates to software completed. 
49640 mi Front axels 

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2013 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

35000 mi I notice difficulty starting car. The check engine light came on and it felt very underpowered while I was driving. I had it towed to the dealership and they said that the high pressure fuel pump failed. It was covered under my powertrain warranty. 
4000 mi Whining noise from transmission under light acceleration at low speeds of 25 to 35 mph. 
6000 mi Transmission would flutter about on the highway. 
1000 mi Transmission lost fluid and slipping. Car would not drive. 

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2013 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

109000 mi

US $800
Left front axle replaced due to torn CV boot. Front end Alignment 
135000 mi

US $100
Got a P0713 engine code: a thermo sensor was malfunctioned that causes the car to jerk and could decrease transmision performance and eventually could destroy the transmission if this problem prolong. Transmission thermo sensor and rubber seal got replaced. 
4700 mi Vehicle downshifts while coasting at 38 mph and 22 mph. Reported to service writer. Dealer reprogrammed computer. Still downshifting. Will require another appointment and visit 

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2013 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

159-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

11740 mi Transmission slipping in 3rd and 4th gear, hy-brid battery drains from 1/2 to less than 1/8 on gauge. Trans.fluid smelt burnt. Transmission replaced. 

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2013 Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

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