Recalls: Hyundai RD Coupe
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Hyundai RD Coupe
- In July 1999, a recall was issued for Hyundai RD Coupe vehicles manufactured between 25 March and 30 April 1999. In these vehicles, the automatic transaxle pressure control solenoid valve may have been improperly manufactured – this could lead to reduced pressure in the transaxle friction elements, causing premature and preventing the vehicle from accelerating as expected (PRA 1999/4003).
Problems and faults: Hyundai RD Coupe
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.
Problems and faults: Hyundai RD Coupe
- Noise from the Hyundai RD Coupe’s timing belt may indicate that the belt has separated from the idler pulley and rubs against the timing cover; if so, the idler pulley requires replacement.
- The timing belt can become noisy and wear out prematurely.
- For Hyundai RD Coupe models with automatic transmissions, harsh downshifts from fourth to third gear may require the transmission-control module or entire transaxle to be replaced. Also, if the transmission sticks in third gear, shifts poorly or has harsh shifts from first to second gear, the pulse generator may require replacement.
- For Hyundai Coupe models with manual transmissions, the clutch may drag – particularly after long-term storage – due to grease in the hydraulic line; this can be fixed by flushing and refilling the system.
- For models fitted with sunroofs, the edge of the sunroof lip may rust because the weatherstrip does not provide an effective seal.
