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Washington, D.C. · Article Updated May 27, 2026

Hyundai Lemon Law Claims in Washington, D.C.

Common Hyundai lemon-law claim patterns in D.C. — Theta engine failures, transmission faults, and EV issues.

Hyundai’s value and long warranty make it popular in D.C., but the brand has well-documented engine issues. Claims often involve engines, transmissions, and EVs.

Common Hyundai defect patterns

  • Theta II / GDI engines — bearing failure, stalling, knocking, and fire risk; a major recurring engine defect (stalling is safety-related).
  • Transmission — dual-clutch (DCT) hesitation and shudder.
  • Electrical — sensor, ABS, and theft-vulnerability-related issues.
  • Ioniq 5 / 6 EVscharging (ICCU) failures and range problems.
  • Infotainment — screen and connectivity faults.

How to build a Hyundai claim

  1. Document the substantial impairment (§ 50-501) — for engine failures, keep diagnostics; a stalling defect is safety-related (one failed repair can qualify).
  2. Meet the presumption — one safety attempt, four general, or 30 days — and report within 18,000 miles / two years.
  3. File with the Board of Consumer Claims Arbitration.

Bottom line

Hyundai claims in D.C. cluster around Theta engine failures, DCT issues, and EV charging faults — document every attempt, and flag stalling as a safety defect. Get a free case review.

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