I went yesterday to get the oil change on my car (purchased in March). The mechanic told me that I had a MASSIVE oil leak, and they couldn't change the oil or anything. I've had oil leaks on my previous car, so I kind of know what to look for. My car engine is spotless, there is no burnt oil smell, i'm not low or missing any oil (on the contrary, it is full to the top), as my car has an undercover you would be able to see if there is oil on there as it would drip there and not the ground, but that is spotless as well. I am taking it to the dealer as it is still under warranty, but i wanted another opinion before I went. He seemed a little shocked when I told him it was fine that I would just take it to the dealer, as he "recommended" me taking it to an engine washing place they know, then bringing it back there so they can look.
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Wow.
I have to say, if there was a massive oil leak, it seems you would have noticed it while searching around everywhere.
I wonder if there is oil caked all over the bottom of the car behind the engine.
Taking it to the dealer for warranty is a good idea as well. I didn't think the 100k mile/10 year was transferable, but I have certainly been wrong before.
Also, Hyundai has build an excellent reputation for reliability due to their warranty, so I find it pretty odd that a vehicle under warranty would fall into disrepair.
Sounds like a scam. If you have that recommendation in writing from them, there are local government agencies to report fraudulent operations to.
Since my answer did not show up - for some reason, I'll try a reply:
Hopefully an honest mistake! .. Possibly just residual oil from previous oil changes laying on the engine under-cover .. They rarely get wiped clean after engine service .. Good idea to get a second opinion, from qualified personnel .. Vehicle may need to be hoisted for a more thorough inspection.
Until the vehicle is *hoisteed and inspected* by qualified personnel - we shouldn't jump to conclusions .. We don't know ALL the facts nor the "mechanics" abilities .. Furthermore, it seemed 'to me' the advice to clean the engine bay then bring it back for further inspection was legitimate enough..... The dealer should have the capability to solve this issue..
The oil may not be visible from the top side .. Vehicle was probably hoisted when the oil was noticed .. Plus as I stated - it is 'possible' there is just some oil remaining on the under-cover that was drained from previous oil changes and wasn't cleaned up .. Then it was mistaken for an oil leak..
(After all, if this goes as usual - no visitor response - then I'm pretty sure we'll never know!)
Since my answer did not show up - for some reason, I'll try a reply: Hopefully an honest mistake! .. Possibly just residual oil from previous oil changes laying on the engine under-cover .. They rarely get wiped clean after engine service .. Good idea to get a second opinion, from qualified personnel .. Vehicle may need to be hoisted for a more thorough inspection.
Pushrod, He is saying the cover is clean. No oil anywhere and advised of a massive leak. Obvious fraudulent practice.
Until the vehicle is *hoisteed and inspected* by qualified personnel - we shouldn't jump to conclusions .. We don't know ALL the facts nor the "mechanics" abilities .. Furthermore, it seemed 'to me' the advice to clean the engine bay then bring it back for further inspection was legitimate enough..... The dealer should have the capability to solve this issue..
The oil may not be visible from the top side .. Vehicle was probably hoisted when the oil was noticed .. Plus as I stated - it is 'possible' there is just some oil remaining on the under-cover that was drained from previous oil changes and wasn't cleaned up .. Then it was mistaken for an oil leak.. (After all, if this goes as usual - no visitor response - then I'm pretty sure we'll never know!)