2005 Hyundai Xg350 Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2005 Hyundai Xg350.

20042006
Complaints
181
Crashes
20
Fires
1
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2005 Hyundai Xg350 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#163 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:52,322 mi
Crash-related:3
#236 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:27,358 mi
Crash-related:9
#39 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:23,621 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Hyundai Xg350.

Airbags
63
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
52,322
Unintended Acceleration
36
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
Avg Miles
27,358
Automatic Transmission
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
23,621
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
47,681
Suspension Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
135,625
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
19,666
Body Structure
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
73,249
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Side/Window
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2005 Hyundai Xg350 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2005 Hyundai Xg350 reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2005 Hyundai Xg350 has 181 NHTSA complaints, 20 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 63 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2005 Hyundai Xg350?
Top reported problems: Airbags (63 complaints, avg 52,322 mi); Unintended Acceleration (36 complaints, avg 27,358 mi); Automatic Transmission (9 complaints, avg 23,621 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Hyundai Xg350?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 47,284 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2005 Hyundai Xg350?
NHTSA complaints for the 2005 Hyundai Xg350 include 20 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2005 Hyundai Xg350 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2005 Hyundai Xg350 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2005 Hyundai Xg350?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (airbags) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Xg350 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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