April 2018 I was looking for a reliable inexpensive SUV for driving to work and family vacations etc. Ended up with a new Hyundai Tuscan because of low initial cost (~$23,000) and the 10 year 100,000 mile warranty. Three sets of tires and oil/filter has been the only maintenance expenses during my time owning the Tuscan. Original belts/hoses and brake pads still in good shape.
So after 5 years and 94,000 miles later the engine longevity became a major concern. The Theta 2 engines have been failing way before 100K in many cases. After a call to the dealership and a conversation with a warranty rep I was assured the engine was warrantied for life of ownership.
But a little more digging found there is a 2-3 month backlog on replacement engines. A this point I lost all trust in the car and began looking for a replacement. I was allowed a decent trade on a Lexus so we got the deal done. It's quite a load off my mind. At my age this may be the last car I ever need.
The Hyundai
The replacement
So after 5 years and 94,000 miles later the engine longevity became a major concern. The Theta 2 engines have been failing way before 100K in many cases. After a call to the dealership and a conversation with a warranty rep I was assured the engine was warrantied for life of ownership.
But a little more digging found there is a 2-3 month backlog on replacement engines. A this point I lost all trust in the car and began looking for a replacement. I was allowed a decent trade on a Lexus so we got the deal done. It's quite a load off my mind. At my age this may be the last car I ever need.
The Hyundai
The replacement