Hello All,
A few months ago I purchased an immaculate 31,000 mile 2011 Sonata limited with the 2.4l GDI engine. I love the car but have been disheartened since learning that just under half a million of this generation sonata was recalled due to potential engine failure from a bad manufacturing process. The "fix" is simply a technician listening for engine noise and putting a new dipstick in the engine that requires an additional half quart to be full compared to the original one. The vehicle was already thoroughly checked over by my mechanic and oil was changed with Castrol Magnatec 5w-20 and Mobil 1 filter. Everything checked out great but here is my question...
What are your opinions on keeping the car or looking to get rid of it in a few years? I could not imagine having the engine seize and needing to put in a used engine. At the same time, I do not want to get rid of a car that might be completely fine and is one I really enjoy! Also, any recommendations on general maintenance or other things to look out for? I would love to hear everyone's suggestion.
Thanks for reading and for your input!
A few months ago I purchased an immaculate 31,000 mile 2011 Sonata limited with the 2.4l GDI engine. I love the car but have been disheartened since learning that just under half a million of this generation sonata was recalled due to potential engine failure from a bad manufacturing process. The "fix" is simply a technician listening for engine noise and putting a new dipstick in the engine that requires an additional half quart to be full compared to the original one. The vehicle was already thoroughly checked over by my mechanic and oil was changed with Castrol Magnatec 5w-20 and Mobil 1 filter. Everything checked out great but here is my question...
What are your opinions on keeping the car or looking to get rid of it in a few years? I could not imagine having the engine seize and needing to put in a used engine. At the same time, I do not want to get rid of a car that might be completely fine and is one I really enjoy! Also, any recommendations on general maintenance or other things to look out for? I would love to hear everyone's suggestion.
Thanks for reading and for your input!