Hyundai ix55 EN
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
Engine Overview
The Hyundai ix55 EN is available with 2 engine variants — from 239 to 271 hp.
The Hyundai 3.0L V6 CRDi (Diesel, 239 PS) has the D6EA (3.0L V6 CRDi) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
The Hyundai 3.8L V6 (Lambda II) (Benziner, 264 PS) has the G6DJ (3.8L V6 (Lambda II)) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Recall: brake light switch defective A recall was issued for the ix55 EN due to a faulty brake light switch. Brake lights may fail to illuminate on brake pedal actuation or may remain permanently on, increasing accident risk. Symptoms: Brake lights don't illuminate when braking or remain permanently on after pedal release from 60,000 km | Low | |
| Recall: ESP control unit short circuit and fire risk A known recall for the ix55 EN concerns possible short circuits in the ESP control unit that can in rare cases cause vehicle fires. | Low | |
| V6 engine: oil leaks from valve cover and transaxle seal The ix55 EN with V6 engine develops oil leaks from valve cover gaskets and transaxle shaft seals with age. Oil can reach the exhaust and cause fire risk or smoke. Symptoms: Oil spots under vehicle, light smoke from engine bay, oil level dropping from 120,000 km | Medium | |
| Recall: brake light switch defective Brake light switch can fail and cause brake lights to be permanently on or off. Recall 2009 by Hyundai — affected vehicles should be checked for recall completion. | Low |
Alternatives
Nissan Navara D40-FL
Großer SUV (2010–2015)
Nissan Pathfinder R51-FL
Großer SUV (2010–2014)
Porsche Cayenne 92A
Großer SUV (2010–2017)
VW Touareg II
Großer SUV (2010–2018)
VW Amarok I
Großer SUV (2010–2020)
BMW X5 M E70
Großer SUV (2009–2013)
Known Problems and Issues
A total of 25 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai ix55 EN (2008–2012) — 13 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Gearbox, Electronics, Rust.
ix55 (D6EA, 2008–2012) — Be Careful: Piezo injector wear, Twin turbo failure from carbon deposits in oil lines, Timing chain / chain tensioner. Power: 239 PS.
ix55 (G6DJ, 2008–2012) — Be Careful: Intake valve carbon buildup Lambda II T-GDi V6, GDI direct injection causes heavy intake valve carbon buildup, CVVT phaser leaks oil — camshaft sensor contaminated. Power: 264 PS.
What to watch out for with the Hyundai ix55? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee