Popular Hyundai and Kia models have serious defects: which models owners complain about

Although Hyundai and Kia have long earned the trust of buyers with their products, recently there has been a significant number of reports regarding issues with vehicles from these brands. Owners of Tucson, Sportage, and Santa Fe models are nervously typing on forums, complaining about the negative experiences with their operation.

I have a 2018 Hyundai Tucson. The transmission issue turned out to be still under warranty. When I try to accelerate, the transmission switches to 5-7-8 gears by itself, and at that moment the engine makes loud sounds. If I don't stop, it could lead to a serious accident.

In particular, based on public information, the issue of engine overheating and transmission problems has become a common occurrence among vehicle owners. These problems not only cause distress to car owners but also result in significant repair costs. Whether this will affect the reputation of Korean manufacturers remains to be seen.