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Hyundai Lemon Law Cases in Ohio

Hyundai's OH Lemon Law cases focus on Theta II engine failures, transmission issues, EV-specific cases.

Hyundai vehicles are a substantial share of OH Lemon Law caseload. Shares platforms with Kia.

Common Hyundai defect categories

  • Theta II engine failures (2011-2019 Sonata, Santa Fe, Tucson).
  • KSDS interactions.
  • Transmission issues — 8-speed, DCT, CVT.
  • Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, Kona Electric EV issues.
  • Genesis luxury models.
  • Hybrid system issues.

Hyundai’s settlement profile

Hyundai Motor America settles most OH cases via BBB Auto Line or court mediation.

Settlement values

Hyundai refunds in OH typically range:

  • Accent, Venue: $20,000-$30,000
  • Elantra, Kona: $25,000-$40,000+
  • Sonata, Veloster: $30,000-$45,000+
  • Tucson, Santa Cruz: $30,000-$50,000+
  • Santa Fe, Palisade: $40,000-$65,000+
  • Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, Kona Electric: $40,000-$70,000+
  • Genesis G70, G80, G90: $50,000-$120,000+
  • Genesis GV60, GV70, GV80: $50,000-$110,000+

What you should do

  1. Pull every repair order and recall notice.
  2. For Theta II cases, save KSDS-related visits.
  3. Send written notice.
  4. Get a free case review.

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