Model year record

2004 Hyundai XG350 recalls & problems

The 2004 Hyundai XG350 has 1 safety recall and 91 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is vehicle speed control (22 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls

Complaints91filed by owners

Crashes · fires16 · 4reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths5 · 0reported in complaints

2004 Hyundai XG350 in an NHTSA crash test — NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

SuspensionApr 16, 2009

Suspension

Recall 09V124000188,282 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem: 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, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. ROAD SALT APPLIED IN THESE JURISDICTIONS DURING THE WINTER MONTHS MAY RESULT IN PROGRESSIVE, INTERNAL CORROSION OF THE FRONT SUB-FRAME ON THE VEHICLES, AND MAY RESULT IN THINNING OR PERFORATION OF THE SUB-FRAME STEEL. THE CORROSION IS FREQUENTLY VISIBLE AND OFTEN DISCOVERED DURING INSPECTION OR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, AND OWNERS MAY ALSO HEAR NOISES OR NOTICE TIRE MISALIGNMENT AND STEERING PULL. IF THESE SIGNALS ARE UNDETECTED OR UNHEEDED, THE CORROSION MAY PROGRESS AND THE FORWARD MOUNTING OF THE LOWER CONTROL ARM MAY DETACH FROM THE SUB-FRAME.
Risk: IF THAT HAPPENS, THE VEHICLE MAY LOSE DRIVE POWER TO THE WHEELS, AND THE FRONT WHEEL MAY MAKE CONTACT WITH THE FENDER OR WHEEL WELL, THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: 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 INCORPORATES ADDITIONAL HOLES IN THE UPPER AND LOWER PANELS. IF THE FRONT SUB-FRAME DOES NOT REQUIRE REPLACEMENT, THE DEALER WILL ADD DRAINAGE HOLES TO THE SUB-FRAME AND WILL TREAT THE SUB-FRAME WITH RUST-PROOFING MATERIAL TO STOP THE CORROSION PROCESS. THIS PROCEDURE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2004 Hyundai XG350 4-DR. w/SAB

OverallNot Rated

Frontal crash	Not Rated
Side crash	Not Rated
Rollover	Not Rated

2004 Hyundai XG350 NHTSA side crash test — NHTSA side barrier crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

XG350

18mpg combined

City / highway	15 / 24 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Typical mileage*
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal	22	11	0	2	34,000 mi
Air bagsFrontal; Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module	22	4	0	1	45,021 mi
SuspensionFront; Subframe/mounting bracket	14	1	1	0	107,000 mi
StructureBody; Frame and members › Underbody shields	12	0	1	0	127,500 mi
Service brakes, hydraulicAntilock/traction control/electronic limited slip; Pedals and linkages	10	2	1	0	8,600 mi
Electrical systemWiring › Interior/under dash; Instrument cluster/panel	8	0	1	1	30,000 mi
Power trainAxle assembly	5	0	1	0	—
Engine	5	1	1	0	135,000 mi
Steering	4	2	0	1	—
Engine and engine coolingEngine	4	0	0	0	35,426 mi
Unknown or other	4	0	0	0	—
Service brakes	3	1	0	0	71,000 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Unknown or other
I noticed a clunking when stopping. My hired Mechanic claims the engine cradle is rusted through and needs replacement. I read it had a recall for this vehicle. 2004 Hyundai XG350 4 door sedan
May 23, 2024
Structure › Body
vehicle has a front rusted subframe in two spots on passenger side it will not pass inspection. it is Dangerous to keep driving it it looks like there is a recall on this issue in 04/2009, but it says 0 unrepaired recalls which is obviously not correct Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY Mfr's Report Date: APR 14, 2009 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V124000 EA08016 NHTSA Action Number: EA08016
Dec 22, 2022
Unknown or other
Car was inspected at mechanic during a routine oil change. Mechanic stated that the frame was rusted, which could affect the ability to safely operate the vehicle. I did a search and discovered that similar damage was noted in a recall 09-01-020 dated July 2009. Unfortunately, my vehicle was not included in the recall due to the manufacture date, but the same problem as the ones included in the recall exists.
Dec 11, 2021
Suspension
THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE THIS VEHICLE BUT HYUNDAI DOES NOT HAVE IT FOR MY VIN.I BROUGHT THE CAR IN FOR A WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND THE REPAIR SHOP TOLD ME THAT THE SUB FRAME IS ROTTED AWAY THIS IS THE RECALL THAT THEY HAD FOR VEHICLES THE SAME YEARS AS MINE. I'VE BEEN INFORMED THIS IS A VERY VERY DANGEROUS UNFORTUNATELY WE CANNOT AFFORD BUY NEW CAR.
Sep 10, 2019 · 90,000 miles
Structure › Body
THERE IS VISIBLE RUST/CORROSION DAMAGE OF THE FRONT SUB- FRAME OF MY VEHICLE. THE FRONT SUBFRAME HAS THINNED AT RUSTED LOCATION. THE RUSTED SUB-FRAME IS CHEWED HALF OF MY SUB-FRAME. I AM WORRIED THAT CORROSION MAY PROGRESS AND MAY DETACH FROM THE SUB-FRAME, EVENTUALLY INCREASING SAFETY RISK. I HAVE NOTICED STEERING PULL.
Sep 7, 2019 · 152,000 miles
Suspension
I WAS DRIVING THE CAR DOWNHILL, APPROACHING A STOP SIGN. MY SUBFRAME ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR SNAPPED. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED, AND BROKE. THIS CAUSED THE WHEEL TO COME IN CONTACT WITH THE WHEEL WELL, AND MADE IT VERY HARD TO STOP. I WAS LEFT IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION, WITH NEAR INABILITY TO MOVE THE CAR AFTER I FINALLY CAME TO A STOP BY HAVING TO USE MY EMERGENCY BRAKE. ATTACHED IS A PICTURE OF THE SUBFRAME THE DAY OF THE INCIDENT, BEFORE IT BROKE. I DO NOT HAVE ONE OF IT BROKEN.
May 17, 2019 · 139,000 miles
Fuel/propulsion system
OVER HEATING
Mar 6, 2019
Structure › BodyFire
CAR WAS PARKED NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES WENT TO CRANK IT UO IT JUST BURDT INTO FLAMES AND BURNED TO THE GROUND ENGINE WAS SNOKING AND SNOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH AND WSS OIURING OUT FLAMES BURNED UP IN LIKE 20 MINUTES OR SO FIRE DEPARTMENT HAD TO COME PUT IT OUT CAR IS NOTHING BUT SCRAP METAL NOW.
Aug 30, 2018 · 135,000 miles

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.