Common Problems with the
2024 Hyundai i10 (Gen 3)

We've identified 2 known issues that can affect the 2024 Hyundai i10 (Gen 3). 1 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

Known Issues

Serious

Moderate

Minor

The 2024 period has 1 more issue than the Hyundai i10 (Gen 3) average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

EGR Valve Defect (2024 models)

SeriousEngine

A recent issue where the EGR valve assembly can fail, potentially causing the engine to stall.

Estimated cost: £0 (Warranty)Affects: 2023–2024Often appears around: Under 10,000 miles

Typical symptoms

•Engine warning light
•Stalling at junctions
•Rough idling

What to inspect before you buy

✓Service campaign status with a dealer

Brake pipe and front suspension arm corrosion

ModerateBrakes

UK MOT data shows brake pipe corrosion is the single most common failure on i10s, with nearly 30,000 recorded instances. Front suspension arm ball joints also wear excessively, often appearing as advisories well before the car reaches high mileage.

Most affected: All Gen 3 i10 models

Estimated cost: £150–£400Affects: 2020–2024Often appears around: 30,000–70,000 miles

Typical symptoms

•Heavy surface rust on brake pipes underneath
•MOT advisories for corrosion or ball-joint play
•Front-end clonk over bumps

What to inspect before you buy

✓Inspect brake-pipe condition along the floorpan
✓Check front suspension arm ball-joint dust covers
✓Review MOT history for repeated suspension or brake advisories

Buying Tips for the 2024 Hyundai i10 (Gen 3)

✓Check the operation of all Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs), as they are a frequent MOT fail point.
✓On Automated Manual (AMT) models, ensure you are comfortable with the "pause" during gear changes.
✓Ask if the EGR valve software/inspection campaign has been completed on 2023-24 cars.

2023 Hyundai i10 (Gen 3)