Hyundai I30 reliability
The Hyundai I30 fails its MOT more often than most cars 6 to 10 years old: 30% of 51,275 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.
9 DVSA recalls for the Hyundai I30
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Driver-side Airbag (DAB) Inflator may not deploy as intended
Driver-side Airbag (DAB) Inflator may not deploy as intended. This may result in a component entering into the vehicle occupant compartment.
Fix: The DAB Inflator will be replaced.
Recalled models: i30 · 13 vehicles
The subject vehicles may experience abnormal performance of the front right hand seatbelt pretensioner during deployment
The subject vehicles may experience abnormal performance of the front right hand seatbelt pretensioner during deployment.
Fix: Replace the front right hand seatbelt assembly with a countermeasure part.
Recalled models: i30 · 210 vehicles
Indirect tyre pressure monitoring systems may not comply with european regulations
Indirect tyre pressure monitoring systems may not comply with European regulations.
Fix: Software update applied to the electronic stability program.
Recalled models: i30 PDe PE · 171 vehicles
If moisture enters the abs module it could cause an electrical short
When the vehicle is turned off if moisture enters the ABS module it could cause an electrical short.
Fix: Affected vehicles will have a relay installed in the main fuse box to prevent power going to the ABS module when the ignition key is in the off position.
Recalled models: i30 · 9,191 vehicles
The air bag may deploy prematurely
In the event of an impact on the lower part of the vehicle body the airbag may prematurely deploy
Fix: The airbag Control Unit will be reprogrammed
Recalled models: i30 · 9,200 vehicles
The sunroof motor has an incorrect software version installed
The sunroof anti-pinch function may not work properly.
Fix: The sunroof and roller blind motors will be checked and if necessary replaced with an improved part.
Recalled models: i30 · 11 vehicles
Steering assistance may be lost
Two LEDs are used to calculate torque applied to the steering wheel. If the ECU senses a discrepancy in the torque sensing circuitry an indicator lamp is illuminated in the instrument cluster a diagnostic code is stored and steering assist is no longer provided. The driver will have to supply more effort to steering the vehicle.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and re-programme the steering ECU. The steering will then be tested. If the vehicle fails the test a new torque sensor will be fitted.
Recalled models: i30 · 12,512 vehicles
Steering may fail
Whilst manoeuvring a noise can be heard from the lower steering column area. The cause has been identified as loose bolts on the column universal joint. In extreme cases these may drop out causing the universal joint to detach and failure of the steering
Fix: Check column for correct fitting and tighten universal joint bolts to correct torque.
Recalled models: I30 · 5,267 vehicles
Parking brake may not release fully
On Some i30 (GD) vehicles fitted with a manual transaxle after applying the parking brake it may not fully release after releasing it. This is due to corrosion where water is entering into rear caliper.
Fix: The parking brake mechanism must be inspected if it is free of corrosion a new seal must be fitted and then the cable lever kit must be replaced. If corrosion is visible both rear brake calipers must be replaced.
Recalled models: I30 · 2,632 vehicles
Checking a Hyundai I30 before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.