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KMHST4AE7GU1024782016

Risk Score
20
MODERATE RISK
out of 100
Safety Recalls
Clear
No active recalls
NHTSA Complaints
None
No complaints filed
Safety Rating
Not Tested
See iihs.org/ratings
Vehicle Age
10 yrs
Made in SOUTH KOREA
Safety Grade
B-
Score: 80/100
Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2016 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. No open recalls, complaints, or auction appearances were found — a clean result.

20/100
Moderate Risk
1 moderate risk signal detected. Negotiate accordingly and verify service history.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
Contributing Risk Factors — 1 detected
Critical deferred maintenance — safety-critical components overdue
+20
Critical Alerts
Title Brand CheckMined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle
Vehicle SpecificationsDecoded from NHTSA vPIC database
Year
2016
Body Style
Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
4
Manufacturer
HYUNDAI MOTOR CO
Assembly
ULSAN, SOUTH KOREA
Assembly Plant QualityPlant: ULSAN, SOUTH KOREA
CQuality55/100
Standard📍 ULSAN, SOUTH KOREA

No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.

Safety
Safety IntelligenceComposite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data
Overall Safety Grade
B-
Score: 80/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety30/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
0/100Clear

✓ No high-risk recall components found

Modern Safety Index
0/100
Basic
0 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Recalls
Deferred Failure RiskComponents and defects approaching or past their known service milestones
82/100
Critical Deferred Risk
Critical deferred failure risk — 4 safety-critical or high-cost components are past their service interval. Without immediate attention, repair costs will compound significantly.
⚠No odometer data on record. Mileage is estimated at ~120,000 mi based on average annual driving. Items marked EST. OVERDUE may already be due — verify service history with the seller. Items marked OVERDUE are confirmed past-due based on vehicle age alone.
EST. OVERDUECriticalTiming Chain Tensioner
Service interval: 10 yr · Vehicle age: 10 yr · Past due by age
Service Timing Chain Tensioner immediately — already past the 120,000 mi / 10 yr interval
Worn chain tensioners cause timing chain skip or snap — common on GM 5.3L/6.2L, Ford EcoBoost, VW/Audi EA888, BMW N47/N63. Listen for cold-start rattles.
EST. OVERDUECriticalWater Pump
Service interval: 8 yr · Vehicle age: 10 yr · Past due by age
Service Water Pump immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 8 yr interval
Water pump failure causes rapid overheating. If the engine overheats even once, head gasket damage is likely — turning a $400 part into a $3,000+ repair.
EST. OVERDUEHighTransmission Fluid / Service
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 10 yr · Past due by age
Service Transmission Fluid / Service immediately — already past the 60,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded transmission fluid destroys clutch packs and solenoids. CVT transmissions are especially sensitive — neglected fluid can result in a $4,000–$8,000 replacement.
EST. OVERDUEHighCoolant Flush
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 10 yr · Past due by age
Service Coolant Flush immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded coolant loses corrosion inhibitors and attacks aluminum engine components. Can cause head gasket failure and water pump corrosion.
EST. OVERDUEModerateSpark Plugs (iridium/platinum)
Service interval: 8 yr · Vehicle age: 10 yr · Past due by age
Service Spark Plugs (iridium/platinum) immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 8 yr interval
Worn spark plugs cause misfires that can foul and crack catalytic converters. A $150 tune-up can prevent a $1,200 catalytic converter replacement.
EST. OVERDUEModerateFuel Injectors
Service interval: 10 yr · Vehicle age: 10 yr · Past due by age
Service Fuel Injectors immediately — already past the 120,000 mi / 10 yr interval
Dirty or failing injectors cause rough idle, reduced fuel economy, and increased emissions. Cleaning costs $100–$200; replacement $800–$1,600.
NHTSA Safety Recalls
0CLEAR
✓
No Recall Campaigns Found
NHTSA has no active or historical recalls for this 2016 .
Complaints
Details & Analysis
Financial
Repair Cost IntelligenceEstimated repair costs for known defects — quantify your risk in dollars
EngineCritical
$1,800–$4,200
12–20 hrs labor

AFM lifter failure

Often leads to full engine replacement if ignored ($6,000–$12,000)

EngineHigh
$400–$900
3–5 hrs labor

Active Fuel Management (AFM) system

Disable AFM with a tune ($300–$500) to prevent lifter failure

TransmissionCritical
$2,200–$5,500
10–18 hrs labor

PowerShift dual-clutch transmission

Ford's $299M class action settlement claims period closed in 2021. Replacement costs are now out-of-pocket. Avoid unless priced significantly below market.

TransmissionHigh
$400–$1,800
3–8 hrs labor

DPS6 transmission shudder

Clutch replacement is a band-aid; often recurs

EngineCritical
$3,500–$9,000
20–40 hrs labor

Cummins 5.0L diesel engine

Cummins/Nissan settlement covers some repairs; verify VIN eligibility first

EmissionsHigh
$1,800–$4,500
4–8 hrs labor

diesel particulate filter

EngineHigh
$400–$2,500
3–15 hrs labor

N63 engine oil consumption

BMW Customer Care Program covers some repairs on affected VINs; verify eligibility

EngineHigh
$2,500–$6,000
15–30 hrs labor

N63 valve stem seals

Fuel SystemCritical
$800–$2,000
3–6 hrs labor

HPFP high pressure fuel pump

EngineModerate
$0–$500
2–4 hrs labor

FB25 engine oil consumption

Subaru Special Coverage Adjustment covers some oil consumption repairs; check with dealer. The head gasket failures affected older EJ-series engines (pre-2012), not the FB-series.

TransmissionCritical
$3,500–$8,000
6–10 hrs labor

CVT transmission failure

CVT replacement is expensive; fluid change intervals are critical to longevity

EmissionsHigh
$0–$2,500
2–8 hrs labor

TDI diesel Dieselgate

VW/EPA consent decree buyback and fix program concluded in 2019. Affected 2.0L vehicles were either bought back or received the approved emissions modification. Verify fix was applied before purchase.

TransmissionHigh
$800–$3,000
6–12 hrs labor

DSG dual-clutch transmission

Worst-case total exposure$18,100–$50,400

Estimates based on RepairPal averages, ASE mechanic surveys, and NHTSA investigation data. Actual costs vary by region and shop.

5-Year Total Cost of OwnershipEstimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation
$43,614
~$727/mo over 5 yrs
$0.4/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$18,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$3,000
Depreciation
$5,114

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $43,614 (~$727/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Pre-Purchase Inspection ChecklistTailored for the 2016 — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.
Recall Probability ForecastEstimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals
5%
18-month
10%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 10%

5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

History & Auctions
Insurance Cost EstimateEstimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings
Full Coverage
$1,450–$1,850/yr
~$121–$154/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
▼ 10-year-old vehicle: −18% (depreciated ACV lowers full-coverage cost)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty HistoryFederal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations

has been fined $935M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2015: Criminal settlement over ignition switch defect concealment.

2014$35MDelayed ignition switch recall — 124 deaths linked to defect known since 2001
2015$900MCriminal settlement over ignition switch defect concealment
State-Specific Legal ProtectionsWhat consumer laws apply to this vehicle purchase in your state

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Complete Data TableAll decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VINKMHST4AE7GU102478
Model Year2016
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR

Body & Configuration

Body StyleSedan/Saloon
Doors4

Manufacturer

ManufacturerHYUNDAI MOTOR CO
Assembly CityULSAN
Assembly CountrySOUTH KOREA

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)KMH
Check Digit (Char 9)7
Model Year Code (Char 10)G
Plant Code (Char 11)U
Sequence (Chars 12–17)102478

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count0
NHTSA Complaint Count0
VIN Structure DecodeISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number
K
1
M
2
H
3
S
4
T
5
4
6
A
7
E
8
7
9
G
10
U
11
1
12
0
13
2
14
4
15
7
16
8
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
K
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
M
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
H
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
ST4AE
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
7
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
G
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
U
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
102478
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
South Korea
From VIN position 1 (K)
Model Year Character
"G" → 2016
Could also be 1986
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✗ Invalid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 5/20/2026, 12:04:54 PM.