1996 Hyundai SonataHyundai Sonata 1996

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Crash Tests, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1996 Hyundai Sonata, manufacturered by Hyundai-kia America Technical Center Inc (hatci).
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Midsize Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Hyundai5NM 5NP 5NM KM8 KMH Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
16 - 19 MPG23 - 26 MPG403.95 - 467.73 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1996 Hyundai Sonata?
     - The 1996 Hyundai Sonata has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 16 - 19 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 23 - 26 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 Hyundai Sonata?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 Hyundai Sonata can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 Hyundai Sonata?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 Hyundai Sonata is $2550.
  • Where is the 1996 Hyundai Sonata produced?
     - The 1996 Hyundai Sonata is produced in Superior Township Mi, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1996 Hyundai Sonata?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 1996 Hyundai Sonata, additional information is below.
  • How much does the 1996 Hyundai Sonata weigh?
     - The 1996 Hyundai Sonata is listed to weigh 1517 lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

  • Recall 13261 [USA]: This contamination interferes with the electrical circuit continuity and prevents the windshield wiper motor from operating. inoperative windshield wipers can contribute to reduced visibility during inclement weather increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 1997045 [Canada]: Visual system

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Recalls are also available on the Complaints page
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details

  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sonata

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details2MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index26504
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2550
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Vehicle record id12825
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Sonata
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)101
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 123.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 137.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details2MODE CLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sonata

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2500
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 113.5232
    City mpg for fuel type 1,19
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index26504
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2450
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Vehicle record id12826
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Sonata
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)101
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 124.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 136.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2500
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sonata

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4500
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details2MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 115.6584
    City mpg for fuel type 1,16
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,19
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index26505
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2850
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Vehicle record id12827
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Sonata
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)101
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 120.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 132.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4500
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details2MODE CLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 23-BD-002H - VISIBILITY: This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (drl), or fog lamp. This tsb illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th
  • 21-EM-003H - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
  • 20-BR-002H - BRAKES (PWS): This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
  • 20-SS-004H - WHEELS: This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire balance data sheeta?? Must be fully completed including imbalance and road for
  • 20-BD-014H - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (drl), or fog lamp. The tsb illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
  • 20-SS-002H(1) - WHEELS: This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
  • 20-BD-007H-1 - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
  • 20-EE-003H - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⿢ a battery soc alert - low battery state of charge (soc) at or below 50%. ⿢ a 30 day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an soc in 30 days.
  • 20-AT-016H - POWER TRAIN: The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both oem (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
  • 20-BD-007H - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
  • 20-SS-001H - SUSPENSION: This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
  • 20-BE-001H - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the usb, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common android auto and apple carplay connection conditions. 3. This bullet
  • 19-BE-011H-1 - LANE DEPARTURE: The blind spot detection (bsd) or blind-spot collision warning (bcw) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The bsd/bcw detects v
  • 19-GI-006H - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured gds data files to the techline repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the gds data files are correctly transferred and m
  • 5NP-S9D9P-10 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: This bulletin provides information on components, attributes, and precautions of the 7-speed dry-type dual clutch transmission (dct).
  • TSB-11-BR-002 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK: Hyundai: all sonata hybrids. Brake bleeding procedure. *rm
  • 0636006 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE): Exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system diagnosis. *kb
  • 133 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Pre-conditions for readiness monitors. *tt
  • 0236030 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Obd-ii readiness test drive cycle. *tt
  • 0290009 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Subject regarding diagnostic guide for clifford and dei security system. *jg
  • 117 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE): Information on exhaust gas recirculation. *slc
  • 96400031 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT: Information concerning fault codes caused by the transaxle tester. *ak
  • 9640023 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Experiencing mild engine surge at highway speeds. *tt
  • 96400031 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Customer may experience harsh shifting under various conditions. *tt
  • 9890005 - AIR BAGS: Subject on airbag repair kit part numbers. *tt
  • 9836009 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS: Information on fuel injector configuration. *yc
  • 9806-9836004 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Shop manual on dohc spark plug wire routing. *yc
  • 9880005 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Vehicles may experience a wind noise in the area around the right
  • 97090140029 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT: Throttle position sensor and idle switch adjustment procedure. *yc
  • 970901400131 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT: Modified transaxle control modules. *yc
  • 97090136003 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Subject pertaining to the crankshaft and camshaft position sensor location. *yc
  • 97110120014 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Provided procedures for the installation of a block heater. *yc
  • 97100120012 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Shop manual correction on cylinder head bolt torque specification. *yc
  • 9790005 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Audio system connector replacement. *tw
  • 9730002 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Idle speed control actuator (shop manual correction). *tw
  • 9740002 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Shift condition caused by short circuit in inhibitor switch. *tw
  • 9730001 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Throttle position sensor adjustment procedure. *tw
  • 9740013 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Modified transaxle control modules. *tw
  • 9720002 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: The cylinder head torque sequence for in-line 4 cylinder engines noted in the listed shop manuals is incorrect. *jd
  • 9701998 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR: Recall 97v-026 - the windshield wiper motor thermal switch circuit contact points must be cleaned on certain hyundai vehicles which fall into the following prodution ranges to correct a possible intermittent interruption of wiper operation
  • 9640023 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Mild engine surge at highway speed. *tw
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20020318

While traveling on highway and without prior warning airbag light appeared on dashboard. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone20010719

My engine quite at a light. There was no warning, the car had been running fine. It had been about 4,000 miles since my last oil change. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone20010123

Front passenger door handle broke. Nlm

NoNoN NoneNone19980918

Air conditioning compressor failed.

NoNoN NoneNone19980701

Consumer experienced battery blowing up while sitting in vehicle and the engine was idling. Consumer heard a loud noise, look under the hood and found the battery in pieces. Dealer notified. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19980614

Car wants to lurch forward when stopped at a trafic light .New transmission in car . Problem still appears.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone19980310

The power-steering pump s leaking down into the alternator, and shorting it out. Dealer looked at it three times and replaced the high psi line going into the pump, as well as the crush washers. That was accomplished the second time it happened. The third time they replaced the high psi line again, and it occurred three more times and they told us there was nothing that they could do because the vehicle was out of warranty. Therefore we have replaced the alternator three more times to correct the problem. I, the owner, built a guard over the alternator to prevent the fluid from leaking into the alternator. Since then we have had no problems, but it took the engineering of myself to fix the problem. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19980227

Consumer experiencing problem with engine check light intermittently coming on. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop and problem cannot be resolved. Dealer notified. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19971230

Consumer experiencing problem with right tail light failure. Bulb would last eight month or less. Dealer notified and replacing bulb at the cost to consumer.*ak

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Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
KMHCF31FPTU4826551996SonataULSAN , SOUTH KOREA
KMHCF31FPTU5582471996SonataULSAN , SOUTH KOREA
KMHCF31FPTU5729151996SonataULSAN , SOUTH KOREA

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