- Engine / equipment
- Second-generation Hyundai Coupé (GK): 1.6, 2.0 and 2.7 V6
- Period mentioned
- 2002–2009
- Symptoms
- Rust on the wheel arches and underbody; running-gear noises; failing central locking; high fuel consumption.
- Possible cause described
- The auto motor und sport guide recommends a thorough check for rust on the wheel arches and underbody and, on the V6, confirming that the timing belt was changed on time. The V6 is robust if maintained; cars after the 2005 facelift have technical improvements.
- Check for the garage
- Inspect the wheel arches and underbody; ask for the invoice for the V6 belt change; listen to the running gear on the test drive and try the central locking.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
KNOWN FAULT · Hyundai
Rust, V6 timing belt and central locking on the Hyundai Coupé
Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.
Has this happened to you?
Anonymous answer, no personal data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to repair this fault?
No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.
A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Calculate estimateHow is it checked?
Inspect the wheel arches and underbody; ask for the invoice for the V6 belt change; listen to the running gear on the test drive and try the central locking.
What are the symptoms?
Rust on the wheel arches and underbody; running-gear noises; failing central locking; high fuel consumption.
Which cars and years does it affect?
- Brands
- Hyundai
- Engine / equipment
- Second-generation Hyundai Coupé (GK): 1.6, 2.0 and 2.7 V6
- Period mentioned
- 2002–2009
Taking it to a garage?
Models with this entry
- Hyundai Coupé (II)2002–2009
Other entries for these makes
- Clutch, gearbox and electric steering on the first-generation i10Hyundai
- EGR valve (2024 campaign) and roadworthiness weak points on the i10 IIIHyundai
- 2.0 CRDi turbo, timing belt and front axle on the Santa Fe IHyundai
- EGR, particulate filter, front axle and ABS module on the Santa Fe IIHyundai
- Coils, throttle body, clutch and front suspension on the GetzHyundai
- Sticking gearbox, immobiliser, steering pump and crankshaft sensor on the TrajetHyundai
Something not right on this page?