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2003 Hyundai XG350 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 20 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Hyundai XG350.

3
recalls
20
owner complaints
6
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2003 Hyundai XG350 recalls

Suspension

NHTSA campaign 09V124000 · reported April 16, 2009 · Hyundai Motor Company · 188,282 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The 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.
The 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.

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

NHTSA campaign 04V369000 · reported July 26, 2004 · HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO · 919 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 a vehicle rolls over and the fuel tank assembly valve is not properly closed, fuel spillage may occur.
The risk
Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The fix
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.

Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly

NHTSA campaign 04V178000 · reported April 9, 2004 · HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY · 263,968 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 occur.
The risk
Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

May 15, 2018 · Suspension · 98,000 miles

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. THE INSPECTION REVEALED I NEEDED A WHEEL ALIGNMENT. THE MECHANIC POINTED OUT THAT THE ENTIRE SUB-FRAME WAS…

Feb 10, 2014 · Air bags · 68,000 miles

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. I UNDERSTAND IF MY VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT,THE AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A SERIOUS INJURY…

Oct 21, 2013 · Engine and engine cooling · 90,000 miles

MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN HAVING A HESITATION PROBLEM FOR SOME TIME NOW. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO SEVERAL MECHANICS AND HAVE NOT FOUND THE PROBLEM AFTER SPENDING SEVERAL THOUSAND DOLLARS. I TOOK IT TO THE LOCAL DEALER (BROWN HYUNDAI) IN LAREDO TX AND THEY POINT TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTERS (3) AND THE OXYGEN SENSORS. I HAVE HAD A…

Aug 11, 2011 · Suspension

2003 HYUNDAI XG350L. CONSUMER STATES WHILE ENTERING A TURNAROUND THE FRONT END OF THE CAR COLLAPSED THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE EXITED THE VEHICLE, HE DISCOVERED THE LEFT FRONT TIRE WAS ASKEW AND THE AXLE WAS DETACHED. THE CONSUMER STATED THE LEFT FRONT BALL JOINT HAD SHEARED OFF. APPARENTLY, THE JOINT WAS SEALED IN A…

May 10, 2011 · Vehicle speed control · 45,000 miles · crash reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 HYUNDAI XG350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A BUILDING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED TWO SHATTERED KNEE CAPS. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT DID NOT INFORM THE DEALER OR MANUFACTURER OF…

XG350 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2001 1310
2002 36083
2003 32060
2004 191164
2005 0144131
2006 0100

Across all years, the 2005 XG350 has the most complaints (144). All Hyundai XG350 years →

Questions

Does the 2003 Hyundai XG350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Hyundai XG350, the most recent reported on April 16, 2009 (Suspension). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Hyundai XG350?
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (7 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (6).
How many 2003 Hyundai XG350 complaints mention a crash or fire?
6 of 20 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 15, 2018.