I’m beginning to think that fuel pump failures may not be strongly tied to the engine type
BHPian Col Mehta recently shared this wi6th other enthusiasts.
I’m struggling to find the right words, but my trust in NA engines being dependable has been shaken. Here’s why:
Our 1.5 NA IVT unexpectedly experienced a breakdown while we were on the road. It began with significant juddering, ultimately leading to the car stalling. Fortunately, the traffic was heavy, and we were moving at a speed of no more than 10kmph, preventing any accidents. However, if this had happened at a higher speed, the outcome could have been much more dangerous. This situation raises serious safety concerns!
We tried cranking it couple of times, but to no avail. Called RSA via Bluelink and it connected us with a representative almost immediately. A technician was allotted to inspect the car who reached at the spot within 30 min. After inspection, he declared fuel pump failure, exactly what we were dreading!! The car was towed to a HASS and now awaiting fuel pump to be replaced which will take a few days time.
Witnessing our car being towed away in this manner was truly disheartening. With over four decades of driving experience, including some highly unreliable vehicles, this is a situation I’ve never encountered before. I’m deeply disappointed, but uncertain about where to place the blame – whether it’s the ethanol-blended fuel, the product quality of Hyundai, or a combination of both. Even the manager at the HASS couldn’t provide an explanation for why this occurred.
I’m beginning to think that fuel pump failures may not be strongly tied to the engine type, as we’ve seen both NA and turbo engines experience these issues. The uncertainty surrounding ethanol blending, whether it’s E10 or E20, is also concerning. It’s frustrating for us car owners to endure the consequences of unclear policies and their inconsistent implementation, alongside the declining quality of modern vehicles. One would expect that with advancing technology, cars should become more reliable, but the reality seems to be quite the opposite. While advanced technology can bring complexity, being stranded on the road is unacceptable. Perhaps it’s a result of cost-cutting and the choice of cheaper components for manufacturing. Whatever the cause, it’s a deeply unsatisfactory consumer experience, leading to a loss of confidence in both modern cars and blended fuel technology.
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