The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal cracking sound coming from the engine compartment, after which the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that an internal oil leak had resulted in the engine seizing. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 196,000.
| VIN Pattern | KMHD74LF*KU****** |
| Manufacturer | HYUNDAI MOTOR CO |
| Make | HYUNDAI |
| Model | Elantra |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Series | SE |
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Engine Model | MPI NU |
| Engine Manufacturer | HMC |
| Engine HP | 147 |
| Engine KW | 109.618 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 2000 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 122.047 |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard |
| Rear Visibility System | Standard |
| Daytime Running Light | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Direct |
| Keyless Ignition | Standard |
| Auto Reverse System | Standard |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Knee Air Bags | Driver Seat Only |
| Side Air Bag | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Curtain Air Bags | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Plant Company Name | Hyundai |
| Plant City | ULSAN |
| Plant Country | SOUTH KOREA |