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2012 Sonata LTD Turbo- Sunroof Creaking

9 messages,  Last post on Jul 06, 2012 at 9:21 AM

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#1 of 9 2012 Sonata LTD Turbo- Sunroof Creaking by efg88

Aug 25, 2011 (8:25 am)

I bought a 2012 Sonata limted with the turbo- and love it, except the panoramic sunroof creaks constantly. I have taken it to the dealer 3 times now, the last of which they installed "anti-squeak pads." Is anyone else having this problem? Has anyone been able to fix it? Did I buy a lemon!?
 
Thanks!

#2 of 9 Re: 2012 Sonata LTD Turbo- Sunroof Creaking [efg88] by LASHAWN

Aug 25, 2011 (2:50 pm)

Replying to: efg88 (Aug 25, 2011 8:25 am)
GM had the same problems with their panoramic sunroofs, which is why they stopped making them. They are expensive to repair/replace. Sorry to say this, but you just might have to get used to some issues with that roof.

#3 of 9 Re: 2012 Sonata LTD Turbo- Sunroof Creaking [efg88] by enjnir

Aug 29, 2011 (11:38 am)

Replying to: efg88 (Aug 25, 2011 8:25 am)
efg88, I have the exact same problem with mine. The sunroof creaks any time the vehicle is not driving in a straight line. Surly there is some fix but my dealer said they have other reports of this problem but no fixes from Hyundai as of yet. I also am hoping I did not just get a dud. If this is the same on all the vehicles hopefully they will come up with a fix. Please let me know how you come out on your end and I will do the same on my end...

#4 of 9 2012 Sonata LTD 2.0T with a creaking sunroof by marty83

Oct 24, 2011 (11:08 am)

I also have this issue. My dealership advised that Hyundai USA is actively working on a fix. I chose not to have it repaired at this point until a final fix is determined and Im notified via the dealership or recall. I just dont want to have the headliner removed any more times than is necessary. As for the car itself, I love it. 274hp of fun in a 4 door with style that gets 34 mpg in the hwy, and around 27 in the city. Ive been driving it hard for 3 months (13K on it already) and there have been no issues other than the sunroof. Ive never had a car that drew complements like this one does, not a day goes by that I dont get to hear 'nice car sir' from a client, someone in a parking lot, or that cute teller at the bank:-)
I do recommend running premium gas. Although the manual says regular is fine, mileage and performance are greatly improved with higher octane fuels with no ethanol additives.

#5 of 9 Re: 2012 Sonata LTD Turbo- Sunroof Creaking [efg88] by brl1986

Nov 14, 2011 (6:52 pm)

Replying to: efg88 (Aug 25, 2011 8:25 am)
Just chiming in here. I am having the same problem with the creaking panoramic roof. I brought it to one dealership and explicitly explained the problem. After 3 hours of waiting, they claimed they could not hear anything, and just put some kind of lube on the rails. This completely failed at fixing the problem. I brought it to a second dealership, and they looked more in-depth. They removed the headliner and claimed there were some loose bolts. They tightened the bolts and claimed that this fixed the problem. I wasn't in my car for more than 10 seconds after getting it back and heard the noise, another fail at fixing the problem. Other than this roof problem, the car is amazing. The noise is just so ridiculously annoying though. Any updates on a new or upcoming fix??? It bothers me that two dealerships claimed they couldn't hear anything. With the radio turned off, the noise is beyond noticeable. Even with the radio on, it can be heard.

#6 of 9 Re: 2012 Sonata LTD Turbo- Sunroof Creaking [brl1986] by vinnyg

Nov 15, 2011 (4:40 pm)

Replying to: brl1986 (Nov 14, 2011 6:52 pm)
You may want to look here as there is a solution for your creaking sunroofs:
http://www.hyundai-forums.com/229-sonata-yf-hybrid/127278-rattle-squeak-3.html

#7 of 9 Roof still squeaking by vinnyb

Jul 06, 2012 (6:33 am)

I've had my 2012 LTD back to the dealer 4 times for the squeaking roof. They've tried the foam and rubber and haven't solved it yet. Any new developments?

#8 of 9 Re: Roof still squeaking [vinnyb] by targettuning

Jul 06, 2012 (8:01 am)

Replying to: vinnyb (Jul 06, 2012 6:33 am)
I guess this could be considered a development...just one that won't help you out. For 2013 Hyundai abandoned that type of sunroof and reverted to the traditional metal sunroof on the Sonata. Whom ever it was that said that GM gave up on these due to all the trouble they seem to be was probably right since Hyundai appears to have done the same.

#9 of 9 Re: Roof still squeaking [vinnyb] by efg88

Jul 06, 2012 (9:21 am)

Replying to: vinnyb (Jul 06, 2012 6:33 am)
My dealership was able to fix the squeak. Have your dealership call the Alexandria Hyundai Dealership in Alexandria Virginia. I'm not exactly sure what they did, but it seemed to work. The Service Manager should be able to help.

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