Hyundai Grandeur, Sonata Recall R/2013/136: Wheels May Misalign, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 28 Mar 2014
- Launched
- 1,852
- vehicles in the UK
- 30C031
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Hyundai recalled Grandeur, Sonata vehicles. Where road salt is used to clear the snow in winter it is possible that road salt can accumulate on certain areas of the rear sub-frame and cause corrosion. The dealer will check the sub-frame and if found to be excessively corroded replace it with a new subframe. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Where road salt is used to clear the snow in winter it is possible that road salt can accumulate on certain areas of the rear sub-frame and cause corrosion. If action is not taken to address this build up of corrosion it could ultimately cause the loss of control of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: WHEELS MAY MISALIGN Defect: Where road salt is used to clear the snow in winter it is possible that road salt can accumulate on certain areas of the rear sub-frame and cause corrosion. If action is not taken to address this build up of corrosion it could ultimately cause the loss of control of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicle to check the sub-frame and if found to be excessively corroded replace it with a new subframe. Otherwise inject wax oil into the sub-frame to extend its life out to a total of ten years.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: wheels may misalign.
The Fix
The dealer will check the sub-frame and if found to be excessively corroded replace it with a new subframe.
Are You Affected?
Grandeur, Sonata may be included. Hyundai estimates 1,852 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Hyundai, because not every car in the date range may be included.
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Hyundai.
- Book with any franchised Hyundai dealer, quoting the campaign code 30C031 or the DVSA reference R/2013/136. See how to get a Hyundai recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandeur, SonataAn electrical short circuit may occur inside the ABS module | Urgent | R/2018/085 | |
| SonataBrake lights may become inoperative | Urgent | R/2009/115 | |
| SonataBrakes may apply prematurely | Urgent | R/2005/122 | |
| SonataWiring concern in SRS loom | Urgent | R/2003/064 | |
| SonataPossible unintentional deployment of both side air bags | Urgent | R/2003/063 |
This is one of 102 Hyundai recalls in DVSA’s data. The Hyundai recall launched before it was R/2013/056 on 5 Jun 2013, for brake lights may malfunction. The one launched after it was R/2014/031 on 23 May 2014, for seat belt pre-tensioner may fail to work properly. You can also see every Hyundai recall and all recalls launched in 2014.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/136, launched 28 March 2014. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.