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2012 HYUNDAI Sonata

Vehicle Summary

The 2012 Hyundai Sonata is a midsize sedan equipped with a 2.4-liter DOHC GDI engine featuring four cylinders. It offers safety with curtain airbags for both the first and second rows and front airbags for driver and passenger. With a stoichiometric gasoline direct injection system, it efficiently uses gasoline as its primary fuel. Manufactured in Alabama, USA, this model includes a direct tire pressure monitoring system and manual seat belts.

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Make
HYUNDAI
Model
Sonata
Year
2012
Engine
2.4L

Complete Specifications

27 specs
Make HYUNDAI
Manufacturer Name HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC (HATCI)
Model Sonata
Model Year 2012
Trim Middle-low level
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Plant Country UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant Company Name Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama
Plant State ALABAMA
Series2 YFA
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Doors 4
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Engine Number of Cylinders 4
Displacement (CC) 2400.0
Displacement (CI) 146.45698582735
Displacement (L) 2.4
Engine Model DOHC GDI
Fuel Type - Primary Gasoline
Valve Train Design Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Fuel Delivery / Fuel Injection Type Stoichiometric Gasoline Direct Injection (SGDI)
Seat Belt Type Manual
Curtain Air Bag Locations 1st and 2nd Rows
Front Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type Direct

Known Issues for This Vehicle

Oil consumption issues

The 2012 Hyundai Sonata with the DOHC GDI engine is known to have high oil consumption, which can lead to low oil levels and engine damage if not monitored and addressed regularly.

Engine knocking

Some owners have reported engine knocking noises, which can be due to issues with the fuel system or timing components. This can lead to more severe engine damage if not diagnosed and repaired.

Timing chain problems

There have been instances of timing chain issues, which could lead to misalignment and potential engine failure if the chain becomes too loose or breaks.

Fuel injector issues

The GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) system can experience clogging or malfunctioning injectors, leading to rough idling, poor fuel economy, and decreased performance.

Engine stalling

Some 2012 Hyundai Sonata owners have experienced unexpected engine stalling, which could be related to fuel delivery problems, sensor issues, or ECU malfunctions.

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