Issue ID | 1116026 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10640127 |
Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | SONATA |
Model Year | 2011 |
File date | 28/09/14 |
Component | WHEELS |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | I own a 2011 hyundai sonata limited 2. 0t which came equipped with hankook optimo h431 tires, size 225/45r18v. At approximately 41000 miles (august 2014) i noticed a bulge/bubble on the sidewall of the right front tire. Upon visiting a local tire shop to determine how bad the problem was, the technician removed the tire and advised me that there were 5 separate bubbles in the tire and it was not safe to drive. I brought the car to the dealership & was told the issue was not covered under any warranty and i had to purchase a new tire for $275. Two days ago i was walking around the car and i've noticed a bubble on the sidewall of the left front tire now. I drive primarily on the highway and keep my tires properly inflated at all times. There were/are no abrasions, scuffs or cuts on the side of the tire at the sight of the bubbles. They have been located both in the inner & outer sidewalls. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 41000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | DUNELLEN, NJ |
VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
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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No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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