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Hyundai XG350 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 319 owner complaints for the Hyundai XG350, covering model years 2001 to 2006. The 2005 model year drew the most complaints (144), and Air Bags is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 3 recall campaigns on file
  • 319 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 6 model years with data (2001–2006)
  • most complaints: 2005 (144 for that model year)
  • top component: Air Bags (113 complaints)
  • latest recall 09V124000 (reported Apr 16, 2009)
  • 44 complaints reporting a crash (13.8%)
  • 8 complaints reporting a fire (2.5%)
  • 17 complaints reporting an injury (5.3%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Hyundai XG350 complaints by model year

6 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2005 model year has the most complaints: 144 of 319, or 45.1%. Next come 2004 (91) and 2002 (60). The fewest are for 2006, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Hyundai XG350 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2001–2006Column chart of 319 complaints across 6 model years. The highest is 2005 with 144. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2001: 3 complaints320012002: 60 complaints6020022003: 20 complaints2020032004: 91 complaints9120042005: 144 complaints14420052006: 1 complaint12006
Hyundai XG350 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Hyundai XG350 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200131010
2002608330
2003206050
20049116440
200514413140
200610000
All model years319448170

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Hyundai XG350 components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Air Bags is the component named most often, in 113 complaints (35.4% of all 319), followed by Vehicle Speed Control (74) and Suspension (35).

Components named most often in Hyundai XG350 complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Hyundai XG350 complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Air Bags11335.4%
Vehicle Speed Control7423.2%
Suspension3511.0%
Structure268.2%
Electrical System237.2%
Power Train216.6%
Engine and Engine Cooling206.3%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic175.3%
Fuel System, Gasoline123.8%
Engine113.4%
Service Brakes113.4%
Unknown or Other103.1%
Steering72.2%
Exterior Lighting61.9%
Fuel/Propulsion System61.9%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Hyundai XG350 recalls

3 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name XG350, newest first. The 3 campaigns cover model years 2001 to 2004. The 2002 and 2003 model years appear in the most campaigns (3 each).

  • 3 recall campaigns
Hyundai XG350 recall campaigns covering each model year
2001: 1 campaign2002: 3 campaigns2003: 3 campaigns2004: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 09V124000

    Reported

    Suspension

    Model years 2001–2004

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.
    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 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.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  2. NHTSA campaign 04V369000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage

    Model years 2002–2003

    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.

    Consequence:
    Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
    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.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  3. NHTSA campaign 04V178000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

    Model years 2002–2003

    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.

    Consequence:
    Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
    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.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Hyundai XG350 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Hyundai XG350 have?

NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recall campaigns for the Hyundai XG350, covering model years 2001 to 2006. The most recent, 09V124000, was reported on April 16, 2009 and is filed under “Suspension”. The 2002 and 2003 model years are covered by the most campaigns (3 each).

Which Hyundai XG350 model year has the most complaints?

The 2005 model year, with 144 of the 319 complaints in NHTSA’s file (45.1%). The next are 2004 (91) and 2002 (60). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Hyundai XG350 complaint?

Air Bags is the component named most often: 113 complaints, or 35.4% of all 319. Vehicle Speed Control (74) and Suspension (35) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Hyundai XG350?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Hyundai dealer.

How many Hyundai XG350 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 319 complaints, 44 report a crash, 8 a fire, 17 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.