Issue ID | 1288099 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10872544 |
Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | ELANTRA |
Model Year | 2011 |
File date | 04/02/15 |
Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | 2015 winter engine started making a knocking noise took car to hyundai dealership was told car needed a new engine lifter was making the knocking noise i was told my car was not covered under the 100,000 mile warranty because i had my oil changed at another garage and the oil could have been contaminated. The knocking started 2 weeks prior to having my oil changed. I know another person that had the same problem and after a battle with the garage they replaced her engine at no cost. I have had my car to several mechanics and they felt i should pursue the matter |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 41000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WASHINGTON, PA |
VIN pattern | 5NPDH4AE2BHXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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