2011 HYUNDAI Sonata

My dashboard has 12 large cracks in it.

CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS FOLLOWING AN ENGINE BAY FIRE ON NOV 11, 2019.

They replaced my engine last year, but, last night my car exploded into fire on my way home!

Hit a deer

I was told by a friend that my car was burning to much oil. I took it to the Hyundai who did an oil consumption test. I was at 96,000 miles after 100,000 no warranty. They had me come back after 1k miles threee times to check. First time was ok second and third they put more oil in. After the test was done they said they wanted to do the test again and I said no because the warranty and they did not say we might have to do test again. Corporate said it is normal to burn a quart of oil every 1k miles. I told the manager you know that isnt true right. Basically they did not want to fix the issue until I said I will have my attorney contact you guys and will go from there. The next morning they said good news Richard you have been approved for a re manned engine. So they did change it. However only with me not backing down. Just wanted to let you know this. It was south Bay hyundai in Torrance can thank you.

WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK MY HYUNDAI SONATA\'S ENGINE FAILED AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE

I cant bring the engine (knocking, and stalling) to 2 local dealership attention and the corporate attention. The put a new engine and transmission in my car in 2016. The problem continued plus it got worse. I had to put oil in my car ever single day. Oil light would no go off plus engine light stayed on. They dealership refused to fix it. Me and my daughter had to endure the smell of oil every single day. It made us sick.

Engine gas seized while driving without warning engine needs to be replaced and multiple other recalls on 2011 Hyundai Sonata

Engine abruptly failed on freeway following a loud knocking sound. Loud sound was followed by oil light followed by engine light, RPM dropped to 0, then the engine seized. Immediately after, smoke poured inside cabin. Pulled to side of freeway, engine was on fire. Fire was put out with gatorade. Incident occurred on October 1st, 2017. Awaiting Hyundai claim resolution.

Rodents have eaten the wiring harness and behind the dash about five times at considerable expense to me and the insurance company. When your warning lights go on, this becomes a safety issue as well. I have been looking for a car to replace the Hyundai which I can no longer park at home as it just takes a few days for the rodents to find it and damage it. We wrapped the wiring in pepper tape (also expensive), but last time the rodents still managed to find a little spot to chew on near the wheel well. I need to know which cars do NOT have soy! I will never purchase another vehicle with this problem, so I am stuck using the old Tacoma with 260,000 miles. The rodents leave it alone. Please help consumers. Those of us who live in rural areas are having big problems!!! I really need a new car but don\'t know what to buy that does NOT have soy. I read that license plates were made of soy during WWII and the animals ate those too! This is whole situation is ridiculous. A salesman at a car dealership called Toyota to try to find out when they started using soy so that I could buy an older vehicle, but he was unable to obtain that information, so I was unable to purchase the vehicle. This information needs to be readily available. Help!

This car is one giant problem. Ive gone through 3 sets of tires. In 3 years. Michelin premier tires at that. It is currently at dealership
For the clock spring. They say it may be related to airbag light staying on. The buttons on steering wheel. None work cruise control nothing. Ive brought the car in more than 3 times for this. I have numerous emails describing issues and their inability to replicate any issues. The engine inspection for recall. Why is Hyundai performing the inspection. It would be better and far more reassuring if some independent company did the inspection. One with less investment in cost reduction. Of course Hyundai is going to say your Hyundai doesnt have any issues. I beg to differ. The air conditioner never works unless car is moving. The radio cuts out completely if you have an accessory plugged into outlet. Cruise control failed once already then suddenly began working again. But now it hasnt worked in months. The left and right transaxle were replaced due to knocking. The left one done. Still knocking then took to another Hyundai dealership where they said oh the right one is also no good. This car is total junk. The sticker that they wrap the door handles in to look like chrome peel and it cuts my hand all the time. The paint on front is blistered and chipping and flaking. The rubber trim between front grill and front end is coming out and hangs there. This car is too much

Engine replaced as a part of the 2011 Sonata recall after the car completely stalled while driving. Car was returned to me by the dealership with a significant leak. The leak turned out to be from the transmission which had NEVER had a problem before. I had all of my routine maintenance and repairs done through CarMax while the car was under warranty and only took the car to Northtowne Hyundai because I was told that a Hyundai dealership would have to perform the engine replacement for the recall. At this point my car jumps when put into gear, the check engine light is on, the transmission whines constantly at 2500 rpm and it\'s leaking like a sieve all over my driveway. Northtowne Hyundai says that they never touched the transmission and that the engine and transmission are completely independent of one another (yes they said that). Corporate Hyundai says that the transmission isn\'t covered under the engine recall and because I\'m over 60,000 miles the transmission repair will be an out of pocket expense to me. I\'m left with a car note and no car to drive because of shoddy workmanship by Northtowne Hyundai. Advise is welcomed.

With no previous warning the car stalled and oil light came on. Found there had been excessive oil consumption as car was low in oil. Had oil changed. Car broke down and would not restart. Oil light and engine light illuminated but did not stay on. Broke down in middle of road without warning. When attempting to restart it smelled like electrical fire and smoked. Car was towed to nearest mechanic. Got car started and when in route to Hyundai service center engine began knocking and broke down again. Car is currently at Hyundai service center. When originally speaking to service manager was told this vehicle was not part of this recall. Told service manager that vehicle exhibited all issues listed and upon checking vin number that I found it was included in the recall. Service manager agreed to look at vehicle and contact Hyundai to ensure it was added to recall.

We have no had any trouble with this vehicle and the first time we let out 17 year old son drive more than 2 hours away the engine seizes on him going 70 mph down the highway!!! Thank the lord he was able to get off the road safely!!! We were never aware of the recall nor were we notified that our vehicle was tested for this apparent issue in February of 2016!!! Pretty shady business if you ask me!!!

1. Engine: burns a quart of oil a week .
2. Lights: the stop lights bulbs keep on burning out have to replace at least twice a month.
3. Paint is peeling.
4. The cruze control does not work, when you set the miles used also broken and horn.
5. The shifter when you put it on drive or reverse sounds like there is a electrical short.

While on my way home, I noticed everything started to shut down, the steering wheel became stiff, the breaks and there were warning signs including battery discharge warning on the screen, so I pulled over and wanted to figure out what the problem was. About 20 seconds i started seeing smoke coming out from the hood and then it caught fire.

TAKATA RECALL. MY HYUNDAI SONATA COMPLETELY DIED ON ME WITHOUT ANY WARNING. ONE DAY WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA ON THE HIGHWAY ALL THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON. NEXT THINNG I KNOW THE CAR CUT OFF WHILE I WAS DOING 65 MPH WITH MY 2 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER IN THE VEHICLE. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR STOPPED. LUCKILY I WAS CLOSE TO HOME AND MANAGED TO MAKE IT SAFELY. THE NEXT DAY WHEN I CUT THE VEHICLE ON I STARTED HEARING A KNOCKING SOUND FROM THE VEHICLE. ON MY WAY TO WORK THE CAR CUT OFF TWO MORE TIMES AND WHEN I TRIED TO CUT IT ON AGAIN IT WOULD NOT MOVE. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO HYUNDAI AND I WAS GIVEN THE COMPLETE RUN AROUND ABOUT REPARING MY VEHICLE. I INFORMED THE MANAGER J THAT I HAD A RECALL ON THE ENGINE AND HE SAID NO WORK IS GOING TO BE DONE WITHOUT HYUNDAIS APPROVAL. SO NOW IM STUCK HERE WITH NO CAR TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WAYS TO GO TO WORK EVERYDAY AND SCHOOL AND TRANSPORT MY KID TO AND FROM SCHOOL. IM AWAITING TO SEE WHETHER HYUNDAI WILL HONOR ITS RECALL AND FIX MY CAR. IM A VERY UNHAPPY CUSTOMER AND LOST ALL TRUST I HAD IN MY VEHICLE.

While driving on highway, vehicle began to make a clacking sound from the engine. Seconds later, vehicle shut off completely. I was able to maneuver vehicle into a small emergency section between lane 1 and on-ramp lane. Engine caught fire while vehicle was completely off.

while driving 4/10/17 a sound like a worn belt from under the chassis. called dealership from vehicle to inform them of noise and was on the way to the dealership/autoshop ETA 15 minutes. About 1 mile from dealership a metallic crunching sound from under the chassis accompanied by loss of power. pulled to side of road and began calling dealership/auto-shop for a tow-truck when a passing motorist stopped and motioned for me to roll down the window. They informed me that the vehicle was on fire. Exited vehicle and saw flames coming from the engine compartment. At that time the local PD arrived on scene, they called for the fire department which came and extinguished the engine fire. vehicle was subsequently towed the last mile to the dealership.

2011 Sonata has been burning one quart of oil/1,000 miles. Have had two Hyundai dealer oil chnages/consumption test to identify the problem. No recall and no answer unless I want to pay to have the engine turn down. No smoke, no leaks just excessive oil consumption

EL MOTOR DE MI SONATA HACE UN RUIDO EN EL MOTOR Y CONSUME MUCHO ACEITE Y EL SERVICIO DE HYUNDAI DE PONCE QUE ES ES NORMAL Y QUE EL VEHICULO ESTA BIEN … TENGO QUE DECIR QUE ROBERTO PEREZ DE HYUNDAI PUERTO RICO ES UN TRAMPOSO Y TRUQUERO

Driving to the movie theater in my 2011 Sonata 2.4 GLS, 113k miles, traveling through 40mph and accelerating on an access road and the engine quit. There were no warning signs, it just stopped. I coasted into a parking lot and tried to restart. It wouldn\'t turn, so I tried jumping it – no luck. Bought/installed a battery from a Walmart that was near the parking lot – no luck. So, I thought it was the starter and had it towed to the nearby Autotire Repair Shop. After some investigation, they called me and stated the engine had seized. Awesome. After doing some research on line, I found out it\'s a common problem, necessitating a class action settlement. I called the Hyundai Customer Care line and they towed it to the Hyundai Dealer in St Charles, MO. So far, I\'m in for $180 for the two tows, $165 for the diagnostic check, and $671 for the rental car. Have my lawyer at the ready if Hyundai tries to weasel out of their obligation to fix this known defect. More to follow

bad engine! siezed

HYUNDAI Sonata Turbo broke down while travelling at 55 mph on a rural highway in NC. Was able to nurse the vehicle to an intersection and pull off the highway. The engine completely seized. No warning other than all dashboard lights coming on at the time of engine power loss.
Had vehilde towed to local garage where mechanic diagnosed as a starter problem. But two days later, when he got the right part, he found that the engine had completely seized. Had the car towed to an authorized Hyundai dealer in Myrtle Beach, SC where it is now being inspected.

Was at an intersection waiting to make a left turn, When light changed I moved forward and the car stalled. All the dash board lights came on and there was a small amount of smoke from under the hood. The engine locked up and the started melted.

I bought this car hyndai sonata limited in 2015 but most of the time when I drive the car stop in the middle of the road more than 20 times and I keep on paying money for it to be checked but all I get from the mechanics is that , my car has no problem seriously I think this is ridiculous. Hyndai has horrible customer services, their product sucks and it\'s unsafe. I am a woman imagine driving your kids on the high then your car just stopped? Then these people tell you there is no problem with the car ? This is stupid.

I am really irritated with how Hyundai has handled its Sonata 2011-2012 engine recall. During my last scheduled vehicle maintenance in April 2016, I explicitly communicated my concerns to the Hyundai dealer about my engine and the fact that the oil light kept coming on when I tried to accelerate and would go off as soon as I took my feet off the accelerator. I later found out through local news and information from online blogs that this was a sign of engine manufacturing problems originating from Hyundai\'s Alabama Engine manufacturing plant.

http://www.carcomplaints.com/news/2015/hyundai-recalls-cars-engine-fires.shtml

http://www.ctvnews.ca/autos/hyundai-recalls-midsize-cars-in-canada-u-s-1.2580799

The dealer did not inform me that the engine in my vehicle was being recalled. Instead, I was told via the maintenance report that oil level was low and there was no visible leaks.
I have receipts to prove that I adhered to all recommended owner maintenance services and have been diligent enough to service my vehicle according to the service schedule prescribed during vehicle purchase.

I have strong reasons to believe Hyundai has not be honest with its customer. This being because, rather than elaborate on the cause and solution to the problem (i.e. Hyundai Sonata 2011-2012 engine recall), information was deliberately withheld from me by Hyundai. The Tech comments, per my last service report only states that there were 2 outstanding recalls on my vehicle (1) door inspection & (2) Engine noise. No further details on the recalls or solutions were provided. Instead, the tech proceeds to undertake standard test on my vehicle.

The dealer never mentioned that Hyundai was recalling 470,000 Sonatas of the 2011-2012 class equipped with either a 2-liter or 2.4-liter \"Gasoline Direct\" injection engine. And I never received a recall notice from the dealer despite purchasing the vehicle from an Authorized Hyundai pre-owned vehicle dealer.

I\'m even more frustrated because this recall was announced in September 2015, 4 months after I purchased my vehicle under warranty and paid extra to have extended warranty coverage added on my vehicle. Its now 7 months after the recall announcement and I still have not received notice of the recall from Hyundai.

As of today, 3 weeks after my vehicle stalled on the ON-401 highway whilst driving at approx. 100km/hr. , I still have not heard back from Hyundai with respect to how they will be handling the situation.

To me this is more than a hidden recall notice, this is a matter of safety and I personally believe Hyundai\'s handling of the situation is negligent. I had to coast my vehicle to the outside shoulder of the busiest highway in North America at 9:00pm. My vehicle stood little chance against the huge transport truck that frequent this highway at this time of night.

It is now 3 weeks since the highway stall and I am still without a vehicle, with no repair timeline, no form of restitution, and Hyundai has not even acknowledge its wrong doing. To make matters worse, Hyundai continues to false advertise it defective cars all over TV.

Furthermore, from talking to the Hyundai dealer where my vehicle was towed, it seems the extended warranty office has repeatedly delayed processing my claims. I am seriously considering legal action and would appreciate any advice I can get on this matter

I was driving on the freeway at about 65 MPH, when suddenly my check engine light came on and my engine starting loosing power. I was able to coast to the side of the freeway and the engine would not restart. I had to call for a tow.

My car consumes a lot of oil…also it feels like it wants to shut off…the paint is falling off on the roof…power windows work when they want to..tail light..and USB is out..I\'m 3months pregnant and I\'m really scared of driving this car.

Engine Stalled at highway speed. Related to Recall NHTSA 15V568

My 2011 Hyundai Sonata uses a lot of oil and after researching on the internet, it appears to be a chronic problem that Hyundai is not doing anything about. After the recall check for crank burrs, they put a new dipstick in which in my opinion was to allow more oil to go into the car because it disappears to fast. i\'m about 3,000 miles since last oil change and down a quart already.

Recall 132. Per dealer, car examined and recall closed on my automobile February 16, 2016; however, on June 2, 2016 the car was noticed exhibiting issues described in the recall. Spoke with dealer on June 4, 2016 and they said that the recall was closed on the car. Advised I would need to bring it back on weekday for the issue to be evaluated – I inferred that would be at my cost.

Engine seized without warning. This could have been a major safety issue because the engine cut off as I was driving and would never come back on. Luckily I was able to quickly get over to safety. The engine never started again. I had two different mechanics to look at the care and they both said that the engine seized/failed and that I needed to replace the engine. One of the mechanics was from the dealership.

I was driving my 2011 sonata hybrid down a interstate at 75 miles an hour when it stopped accelerating/working. I had my 3 year old daughter in the car with me at the time. I had to swerve to avoid an accident and was able to find a safe spot to park. I waited for 1/5 hours for a tow truck to come. After dropping my car off with the Hyundai dealership I was told my engine seized and I would need a new one for $9,000. This is completely ridiculous. My care has $75,000 and I am the second owner. The recall right now does not include hybrid/Korean made models of the 2011 sonata, so Hyundai states they will not pay for any repairs. I am perusing legal action in the hopes to have this problem identified. My daughter and I could have been killed, and many other owners are at risk.

Pulling up to a convenience store in Janesville WI.. Car was just about stopped with my foot still on the break when it suddenly accelerated, jumped the sidewalk and hit the building and main door to the store. The Hyundai dealer said there was nothing wrong with the car. After fileing a complaint, Hyundai sent up a tech. from Illinois to check out the car with the same results-Nothing wrong!
This failure in the car has cost us $500 on our Ins. deductable and $1200 in increased car Ins. premiums for the next 3 years and has us charged with an Ins. claim which was not our fault.
This is the same type of problem that Toyota has had with their cars . There have been many complaints on the WEB at “Safecar.gov”.
Something has to be done before someone is killed as a result of this defect.

At around 11,565 miles our 2011 Sonata SE started pulling to the right & left at any given time & at any speed, mostly pulling to the right and mostly on secondary roads. We have had it in the shop several times, had recalls preformed etc…nothing has helped. It just kept getting worse, now while still almost everyday “drifting” to the left or right it also “violently darts” to the left and right at any given time. It tends to do it more to the right. This car has almost caused me to hit a telephone pole, a mailbox, a tree and an oncoming vehicle, all on seperate occasions. The dealership in my opinion is being unfair, is giving us the run around and denying there is a problem…even though the service manager has seen video footage that we have taken of the car doing it. In this one video within a matter of 5 min the car darts to the right (violently) twice and to the left once. I am scared to drive it. It currently has 25,892 miles. The dealership & Hyundai have not been cooperative so I am taking matters into my own hands. I’m researching & think I have a good case in court. Reading all the complaints from consumers online sickens me! Hyundai should be ASHAMED of this mess of a car!! Something NEEDS to be done and I am surprised nothing has been done about this yet. FIX YOUR PROBLEM HYUNDAI AND OWN IT!!!!!!

When on low beam there is a definite horizontal line just a few feet off the ground. Anything above that line is not illuminated by any light. When approaching a small hill or while driving in the mountains, your visibility is way too short – just a few feet in front of the car. In other words, there is no "splash" of dimmer light above this horizontal line – there is no light at all!

I purchased the car "brand new" on Aril 5, 2010 and mid to end of May I began to hear a clumping noise in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where I purchased towards the end of May. I asked the service guy to look at the car and he stated he was busy and to bring the car back in on Monday because that was a busy weekend for them and they did not have time. So the service person did get into the vehicle with myself and my husband to go on a test run and he heard the noise as well. At that point the car was taken to the shop on several occasions as of today the vehicle is still making a clicking noise. The Invoice dates on hand are as following, 6/1/10, 6/3/10, 6/25/ 10 and 7/25/10. However, this does not include the times we called and drove to the dealership to keep informing them of the problem.

I had bought this car off facebook marketplace after confirming with my dad that it was a good car, when i had finally saved enough. after i took it home the check engine light had come on not too long after, the engine stalls when turning the key, pressing on the brake helps start the engine. turns out the car was a salvage title and my dad didn’t know that and i didn’t know what that was.

The front bumper and grill have partially detached from broken or faulty clips, wheels original size rub against wheel well covering and constant sensor failure for tire api. actual speed is lower then the speed indicated on the vehicle where as 55 mph actual speed shows 59 on the gage. cruis control will not work and traction control will not turn off, after replacement of all tires and sensors. exterior- head lights need replaced every 2 to 3 months due to failure, break lights replaced 6x in 4 months and wiring harness to breaklights has partially melted the casing and entry spot for bulb. replacement bulb didn't remedy the problem, as break lights now do not work at all on vehicle, only tail lights. fog light have also been replaced 1x im 1 year and 1 is out. rear plate light also not wiring. fuses are good. possible wiring issue. faulty body issue and possible computer and or sensor issue.

My vin is showing 2 recalls that are incomplete that i have taken to a local dealership to be corrected. my 2011 hyundai burns oil very quickly within weeks of an oil change. i am constantly adding oil. there is no oil leak detected in the vehicle. i was assured that the engine recall was looked at and not affected but according to this site that recall is incomplete. i also have to replace tail and headlights and when i use a blinker at night the headlights turn off. i had my vehicle serviced at jenkins hyundai of jacksonville fl 904/420-7171

On friday the 13th of february while driving on a main intersection my car just stopped in the middle of the road. there was traffic on both sides of the road and of course people didn't have any patience and i was stuck and placed my blinkers on. and waited for aaa to arrive. the car was in motion and then stationary.

Engine replaced in 2015 after seizing and recall of theta 11. vehicle serviced including oil change at dealership on 2/11/21. on 2/22/21 engine knocked twice and vehicle stalled. drifted off road, turned key off, put car in park. within 3 minutes engine was on fire with flames extending below car. fire department put fire out and had car towed to suburban hyundai service department.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and the contact was informed that the fuel tank was leaking. the vehicle was then taken to bill dube hyundai (271 main st, wilmington, ma 01887) where they diagnosed that fuel tank was leaking due to a crack. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 18v934000 ( engine, fuel system, gasoline). the approximate failure mileage was 104,000.*dt*jb

Steering gets locked while driving cannot make rite or left turns as needed, also it makes knockings sound while turning. car got 45ooo miles & got 6-7 recalls for deferent items, very dangerous, almost involved in accident couple of times. called dealer, they said is not cover in warranty & it cost $500 to 1000 depend on parts, labor required.

I was doing 60 and my car just died out of no where on march 9 2021. i then got it to start and every time i pick up speed it dies again. i smell what may be electrical burning. i called dealership in vandaila they said no recall on motor so i have to figure the problem out.

On march 1, 2021, i noticed an odd smell while idling in line. turned car off until it was my turn. the smell was gone once i turned it back on, so thought it was another car and drove to work. that evening, smell started again after driving a few miles to parent's house. parked the car at parent's and arranged to drive it to mechanic the next morning after having my father confirm there was water in the radiator and the oil wasn't too low. engine temp gauge was normal. check engine light was on, but had been for the length of time i had car. i had it checked several times- issue would be supposedly found, but it would always come back on. i was led to believe it was a faulty sensor issue. there was nothing obviously wrong when we looked under the hood and had no reason to think it would not be safe to drive the short distance to the mechanic. next morning, march 2, 2021, i intended to drive the car to the shop so they could address the issue causing the smell, and father followed behind. car seemed fine at first, but after a couple of miles driving on surface streets, the smell came back. pulled over and turned off car, thinking that i would need to have the car towed the remainder of the way. i saw something come from under hood. my father, who had been following behind, asked me to pop the hood. as i climbed back in the car to pop the hood, i realized there was smoke inside the car. i got out, told my dad that there might be a fire as there was smoke inside the car. as we had that discussion, smoke started pouring from under the hood, and we backed away from the vehicle and called 911. within seconds, there were visible flames and the whole front of the vehicle was engulfed in flame. today, march 10, 2021, i was made aware that 2011 hyundai sonatas were included in a list of vehicles known to catch fire, so i am filing this notification.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 20 mph, the vehicle began to drift to the right side of the road. the contact had to control the steering wheel for the vehicle to drive straight ahead. the contact stated that several warning lights illuminated before the vehicle stalled. the contact restarted the vehicle and depressed the accelerator pedal however, the engine locked up and the vehicle ceased. the vehicle was towed to antwerpen hyundai of clarksville (12440 auto dr, clarksville, md 21029) to be diagnosed. the contact requested that the contact provide information on oil change intervals which was provided. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Car would not start took it to dealership they said alternator was bad had it took it to mechanic shop paid 300 alternator drove it to car wash car would not start again. was told it has something to do with push to start and sensor in break pedal. paid cash for the vehicle drove it from the individual i bought froms location to the store and it's left me stranded ever since. dealership keeps diagnosing alternator, starter get online and read and there are complaints and even videos on you tube about this same issue but hyundai refuses to fix it. wish i had never throw my money down the drain now i'm just out of a car no way to work and don't know what i'm gonna do. poured every last penny i have into it and it still will not start. single mother of two children no financial help other than my work income which i may not have much longer if i'm unable to have transportation to get there. thanks hyundai what a way to treat customers who's put faith in your vehicles.

Increased oil consumption and engine knocking. hyundai not honoring their commitment to replace engine free of cost

My hood to my car keeps failing down on my head each and every time i look under the hood . it just recently start to happen as i never experienced this before . my local hyundai dealership said they are pistons that needs to be replaced . if this is a deflect as a consumer should i be subjected to pay to replace the cost to fix defected product .,

I bought my vehicle from a local dealership a week ago. the horn and none of the features on the steering wheel work. the front panel of the steering wheel feels lose. i also smell gas often and my left muffler smokes and i sometimes smell burning rubber. navigation does not work as it should and my xm features don't work because of a bad xm antenna (shark fin.) there is vibration in the steering when braking. my tire pressure light blinks and then stays on. the key doesn't operate the locks sometimes.

After purchasing this car in 2018, i learned this vehicle had many recalls. after disagreements and arguments hyundai, supposedly installed a brand new engine. i was then notified that i would have to pay out of pocket for the other 'recalls' on this vehicle. after more debates and arguments they cleared out all of the 'recalls' on this vehicle as if they were fixed, and they were not fixed. this is a safety hazard and needs to be investigated. i still have many issues with the 'so-called' recalls such as airbags, driver seatbelt and steering column.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while her daughter was driving, the seat belt failed to latch properly. the contact's daughter forced the seat belt into the latch to securely latch the seat belt. additionally, the contact stated while refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge indicated that there was no fuel in the vehicle. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to apple valley hyundai (2934 valley ave, winchester, va 22601, (855) 463-5530) to be diagnosed however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure recurred. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 17v617000 (seat belts) as a possible solution to the failure however, the vin was not included. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.

Tl*the contact's daughter owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle was serviced in december for unknown recalls. the contact stated while her daughter was driving approximately 20 mph the vehicle began to produce smoke from the engine compartment through the dashboard. the contact's daughter was able to pull over and exited the vehicle before it was engulfed in flames. the fire and police department were called and the fire department extinguished the fire. a fire department report was taken. the vehicle was towed to a local tow yard where it was deemed a total loss. the failure cause was not diagnosed by the dealer or independent mechanic. the manufacturer was not informed of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 137,000.

I was driving approximately 55 mph on a highway and it started raining. i turned my headlights on and the traction control light came on. i also lost acceleration power until i completely let off the gas pedal. this has happened several times over the last month. i also am unable to set the cruise control if my headlights are on.

Vehicle stalled while driving on the highway, in motion and on city streets. and will not restart. on 11/10/20, hyundai dealer inspection found engine seized causing a no start condition. pa approved engine replacement under campaign t3g. performed tsb 17-em-001 and replaced both starter and intake manifold due to having debris and starter intermittly not engaging 8p1326ko 8.3 replaced engine under campaign t3g per pa. an in depth multi point inspection promoting safety and reliability minimizing mechanical failure was performed. on 5/6/2021 the engine failed again, dealership in norman ok finally serviced the vehicle on 5/11/2021 under engine recall warranty after multiple escalation complaints claiming to have passed bearing clearance test, computer updates and replaced engine knock sensor. vehicle engine failed again 10 miles from dealership who refuses to inspect engine warranty problems without an open recall: nhtsa campaign number 18v934000 affects engine, fuel system, gas, pe19003/pe198003 affects engine, electrical system, fuel system, gas, unknown, rq17004 affects scope and timeliness, 18v934000 affects high pressure fuel pipe may leak from engine, fuel system, gas, 15v-568/17v-226 affects gas direct injection engines, the high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump may be damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during engine replacement procedure. dealer refuses to inspect instead keeps guessing soliciting service repairs to replace fuel pumps and belts out of pocket ranging costs from $500 to $1200 while college student is stranded 400 miles away from home.

Engine replaced under recall. “new” engine has low pressure after install. car does not accelerate as needed. check engine light and oil light come on. took back to dealership several times, told an engine flush would fix problem, problem not fixed, told a tune up would fix problem, problem not fixed. engine still has lower pressure. dealership did testing requested by hyundai corporation. engine light still illuminated, engine still has low pressure, car still does not accelerate as needed. have talked to several other people with hyundai’s that have had engine replaced under recall, having same problems.

I was driving down the street at about 25 mph and my vehicle stalled out on me and cut off. i was able to start it again, while attempting to get home and stalled and cut off a second time. each time

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 70 mph, he heard an abnormal knocking sound then the vehicle stalled. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the contact stated that the engine was replaced in 2017 after the engine seized. the dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the vehicle was over the 10,000 miles or 1-year warranty coverage for the engine replacement. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Car is very low i found a piece of my spring to my car in the street

It's a if the gas isn't getting to the engine. check engine light is on. the code had read p0451..

The contact’s daughter owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 65 mph, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was diagnosed but was not yet repaired. upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) however, the vin was not included. the manufacturer was not informed of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 132,000.

Air bag light on all steering controls not working

Motor ticking. car gets hot. car runs rough

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. the contact stated that the oil level warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was diagnosed but not repaired. the manufacturer was informed of the failure. the contact was awaiting a response. the failure mileage was approximately 85,500.

Lost all power going up hill and now only goes about 20 mph and runs bad

Headlights have burnt out 4 times in 1 year w/install, break/tail lights have burnt out 6 times in 1 year w/ install. cruise control isn't staying set and airbag light is on unknown reason after obd scan. break lights have burnt thru the connection piece, causing damage, overpower from the wiring harness has caused over load of power which caused lights to burn out and even burst. multiple drivers with similar problems, airbag may still deploy for no reason or not deploy at all. cruise control malfunction possibly due to airbag issues, but may also be from faulty wiring throughout the vehicle and ultimately into the sterring console. computer or motherboard may also now have damages cause by over amped volts of electricity without a serge protecter. possibility of electrical damages, caused by overload from power supply and directed throught the vehicle may have cause exponential damages to electrical in the sonata. causing a serious safety concern and hazard. exterior lighting requires new wiring harnesses and connection pieces as well as new casing from over amp overload, resulting in overheating and bulb combustion damages. new airbag assembly is probable and reset of mother board with upgraded features and completely new wiring with serge protection is necessary.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 35 mph, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. the contact pulled into a service station, checked the engine oil level, and topped off the engine oil. later that day the contact started the vehicle and drove to his brother’s residence and heard the loud knocking sound coming from the vehicle. the vehicle shuddered. the vehicle remained parked at his brother’s residence. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacture was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 120,315.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the loss motive power and failed to accelerate. the contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. the contact continued driving to his destination. the contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was diagnosed with needing the water pump and belt tensioner to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. the manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

Was driving on city streets, stopped in traffic for red light. the engine caught on fire. no warning, everything seemed fine up to that point.

The air bag light will not go off. i have seen lots of complaints about this same issue.

Unknown rear taillight out, but unable to replace bulb because something melted. making it impossible to simply change the bulb with replacing the whole unit/light. rear stoplight keeps going out

I was on the on ramp of the freeway with the closest vehicle several hundred yards in front and no vehicles behind or on the side of me when my sunroof "exploded". fortunately the curtain was drawn so no glass poured in the vehicle, but when i pulled over half the sunroof was gone and the remainder in shredded. i do no believe anything struck the vehicle.

Without warning, the sonata stalls while in motion: - the brake pedal goes close to the floor, - the check brake light goes on, - the emergency brake audio alarm and light go on, - the ready light between the fuel and temperature gauges blinks. i have to pull over and turn the car off / on in order to get the car functional again. the speed of the car doesn't seem to matter. this has occurred 11 times over the past year, including 6 times today (7/22/2021) within a span of 15 min, while at speeds between 30- 60 mph. i took the car to the dealer (initially on 6/22/2021). there were no diagnostic error codes and they could not reproduce the problem. i called hyundai, both on 6/22/2021 and today, to file a report. hyundai did not provide any insights into the issue. online, i have read of others having this same issue with sonatas. some believe a faulty power brake booster to be the cause.

I almost got into an accident on the highway with my family when returning home with my family my car started to sputter and the check engine light started blinking the car wouldnt accelerate on the highway almost got into an accident with a truck. my family and i was terrified. i took it to autozone they notified me its an problem with my engine, rod bearings, the representative ,informed me alot of sonatas have came in with the same issue. that occurance reminded me on the letter i received few months back informing me on a national recall. i truly need assistance fixing my car ive lost days from work due to my transportation not working properly. please help

The contact called on behalf of her son who owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle would intermittently stall and shut-off with the check engine warning light illuminated. due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed on multiple occasions to an independent mechanic who topped off the fluids however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. the vehicle was then taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 18v934000 (engine, fuel system, gasoline) however, the vin was not included. the contact also stated that the vehicle would run hot as the temperature gauge would indicate a rise in engine temperature. additionally, the contact stated the vehicle failed to start up after several attempts. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was unknown.

I wash driving my car to work i was running approximately 40 mph when i went to turn a corner all of a sudden my car shut down. i do work as a mechanic but due to my car being still under warranty i elected to have it taken to a dealership. i do know there is an active class action lawsuit going on for the rod bearing going out in these models and years. i currently do not have any recalls on my car. before my engine locked up i was having a small ticking noise in my motor that started two days prior. when the car seized up i checked all fluids and did find that my oil has a burnt smell to it which means in technical terms it has thrown a rod and bent valves. i am getting no answers and am now being left with no vehicle.

Engine locked up and is to be replaced under theta lawsuit. 12month warranty rebuilt engine is all they offer. not happy. car worth 8k and now i can't get 2k. went to pick it up and it won't start. called customer service for options and no response just delays for 5 was. can't find a lawyer to help. please help.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 35 mph, an abnormally loud popping sound was heard inside the vehicle and the steering wheel was shaking and vibrating while driving at high speeds. there was no warning light illuminated. the contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and the vehicle was diagnosed with an intermediate shaft failure. the contact was informed that the intermediate shaft needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

My eps light came on in my car and my car wouldn’t steer and just shut off

2011 sonata limited this car engine was recalled on year 2016 and i visit hyundai dealer to get recall service on april 27, 2016 (campaign 132). the dealer said this car did not any problem. i visited hyundai dealers 18 times since the recall service, campaign132 for related problems. each visit, i request to check engine condition, and the dealer said it is o.k. one of issues was heavy oil consumption. my car consumed 1 q for every 1500 miles. so i requested oil consumption test, and the dealer said "no problem and normal condition” i drove the 2011 sonata limited on freeway on jul, 31 2021. driving speed was around 70 miles/h. the car engine suddenly stopped without any unusual sign. when engine stop, all type of warning lights on and i cannot fully control its steering wheel because it was very stiff to control and even it against my will. i was lucky because other drivers recognized the situation let me move off from high way 101. i towed this car to local mechanic and they diagnose as “engine seized and will not turn” i towed the car to local hyundai dealer and wait 5 business days for their own diagnostic. the dealers have chance to know the problem. i do not know already they know but did not say to me or realty they did not know. one thing is very sure that this car originally designed to use conventional oil, but hyundai usa order to each dealer put synthetic motor oil when they performed campaign 132 and 162. i found out this situation from “recall 132 dealer best practice guide” issued june 23, 2017. i put conventional oil several for several oil changes after the recall service because they did not mention that synthetic oil was recommended after recall 132. already hyundai admitted the engine has problem, but they hide the way to best maintenance to its consumer.

The contact's father owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while his father was attempting to make a turn, the electric power steering failed, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed as a steering column failure. the contact was informed that the steering column needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 44,181.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that after the vehicle was stopped at a red light, the contact depressed on the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle did not accelerator properly. the contact was able to pull over on the side of the road and had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. the mechanic informed the contact that the failure was related to the transmission, but the vehicle was not fully diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired and remained with the mechanic. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 94,700.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while her husband was driving 30 mph, the eps warning light was illuminated, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. the driver was able to continue driving to the residence. the contact stated she also experienced the same failure while driving. the contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed it was an electronic failure. the contact towed the vehicle to local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the electronic steering assembly to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering) however, the vin was not included. the manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Well my break lights keep burning out the whole harness and light part were the bulbs go burns and melted the harness completely on both sides i have had to replace them twice for both break lights the satellite antenna on the roof of the car is completely out and doesn’t get a signal the key keeps getting stuck in the ignition where the battery had to be disconnected to remove it

Airbag light is on.

The contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata the contact stated that while driving, the accelerator pedal locked up and the transmission was slipping. smoke was detected and fire emerging from the engine. the check engine warning indicator light was illuminated. there were no reported injuries. a police report was filed. the fire department extinguished the fire. the vehicle was towed to an unknown location. the local dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. the failure mileage was 187,479. the vin was not available.

Start losing speed cutting back overheating ac stop function then smoke from good and cut out had it towed and seek what the problem is this occur on 08/24/2021 just purchase on july 7,2021 from dealer in auto land of thornburg paid cash

When i’m driving out of nowhere it will only go 20 miles an hour and i can put the gas petal to the floor it hesitates my shifter will get stuck in park and my brake lights stay on even when it’s in park

I took my 2011 hyundai sonata 2.0l turbo to my hyundai dealership and had several overdue recalls done, one being a complete engine replacement. upon receiving vehicle again, i then took vehicle to smog check center (california resident) and the vehicle failed in one category: liquid fuel leak check. i have read on nhtsa notices and other sites that certain 2011-2014 sonata 2.0l turbo and 2.4l engines are being recalled for this very issue: confirming high pressure fuel pipe was connected by hyundai dealer to high-pressure fuel pump outlet during engine replacement (recall 180). my vin search states i have 0 open recalls though my vehicle appears to suffer from this exact issue.

There is looseness/excessive play in the steering, causing a jerkiness motion side-to-side with minimal movement of the steering wheel. there is also a clunking noise when turning and when going over bumps in the road, sometimes the bumps cause the steering wheel to jerk to the side resulting in the car veering to the left or right. when this occurs traveling at a higher speed, i'm afraid it could result in either veering into the ditch or into oncoming traffic. i had my mechanic inspect the issue, thinking it was a suspension problem, but was informed it was a faulty "steering column flexible coupler" that is a known issue with this particular vehicle. this steering issue seems to be getting worse and worse by the day.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while his wife was driving 50 mph, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. the vehicle was towed to two different independent mechanics on two separate occasions, and the mechanics informed the contact that there were recalls associated with the failure. upon researching, the contact saw that there were five recalls associated with the vin; nhtsa campaign number: 17v152000 (seat belts), 15v568000 (engine), 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags), 15v759000 (exterior lighting), and 16v190000 (steering). the vehicle was then towed to the dealer, but the dealer informed the contact that they would not perform the recall repairs since the vehicle was supposed to have the recall repairs performed in 2018 when the recall notifications were mailed. the contact stated that he purchased the vehicle three years ago and never received the recall notifications. the vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

2011 hyundai sonata. consumer writes in regards to engine safety recall.

Several people we know have the same issue as we do...the brake light wiring harness shorts out and keeps the lights from working and you can smack the side of the fender and it will work for a little while and go back off....my car was already inspected for this issue and it is an electrical issue. the headlights on our friends cars does it also.

No airbags deployed upon result of hitting a cow at 50mph. airbags didnt deploy. waiting to be overlooked by insurance adjuster. highway patrol overlooked vehicle while filing a report. none.

The rear crossmember bolt snapped off on the passenger side with no warning. it caused the rear passenger complete wheel assembly to breakaway and fold backwards.

This car had an open recall fixed a few years ago for eps (electrical power steering). it is now same issue occurred and has ruined the starter. mechanic can’t even turn it on to fix eps. hyundai is refusing to pay for starter. it’s due to their faulty eps system!! so, the car can’t even be diagnosed for the eps because of the bad starter. it’s extremely hard to drive and to turn because of eps recall. it is not safe. they said they’d fix it since it was associated with previous recall now they are denying to pay for it. hyundai case is 18735488. i have escalated the case with hyundai but no one ever reached out to me. the car is just sitting at the hyundai mechanic shop until they respond and pay for their faulty parts.

My engine keeps making a knocking sound. when i am driving it will reduce speed, and begins to idle while already driving. which concerns me that these same issues occurred on my same year, make and model on my vehicle and some how hyundai dealership will tell me that my car does not have a recall. 470,000 cars of the same year make, and model went in for exactly what my car is doing.

Air bag warning light came on while driving 9/16/2021(no collision or impact involved; no one in passenger seat). mileage is about 110k. have read a number of other owner complaints with similar information. recall is not open; apparently already fixed, but clearly something is wrong. concerned about non-deployment of air bags in the event of an accident.

My car stopped working it’s been done for about 6 months it just sitting in my driveway it won’t turn on i haven’t had a car in about 6 months because my car won’t turn on

All of a sudden heard engine knock, engine light came on and entire engine seized as i was pulling over to park because i was concerned for safety.

My daughter was headed to work this morning. she said that the car started making a noise and it got worse on the interstate. the warning lights came on and the acceleration was lost. thank god she was able to pull off the interstate without getting hit. the car stalled and wouldn’t move. i called geico to get the car towed. the mechanic said that the car shook when he started it. he inspected the car and said that it’s a rod in the engine. my daughter could have been seriously hurt. i didn’t realize that this was a recall

While i was driving in the access road i heard a pop and my car started making. a weird noise just for me to get out my car and my tire wasn’t straight it was dislocated i bought the car in april

My daughter and a passenger were driving our car at night october 3, 2021and the entire car suddenly and without notice began shaking and convulsing, became non responsive and all the electrical components and the engine went dead including inside lights, brakes, power steering and lighting system. it was nighttime and the traffic was medium but she was able to ease the vehicle onto the shoulder without incident but had a few close calls as drivers eased around her. they could have been severely injured by the traffic as it attempted to get past her on this narrow two lane road. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic who diagnosed that the engine had blown, was seized and locked up. he also mentioned that there is a recall for the 2011 sonata and numerous problems such as this have been reported. we had no idea there was a recall on this vehicle. we are very concerned and upset that this incident could have caused severe injury to our daughter, her friend and other drivers around her. there were no prior notifications or signals with the car having any problems prior to this incident.

All of the light wither short out or burn out all the time. i always have an out tail light . i’ve bought replacements at the dealer as well as auto zone. i have noticed many people also have this problem. we get tickets in california for this and half time i don’t even know it’s our because i just changed it 2 months ago. this is not normal and i have all of me receipts and could potentially get someone rear ended they short out it’s very strange !!!

I was driving my car on the highway and it suddenly shuddered while i was going 70+mph and the engine light came on and kept flashing. i had to pull off to the side of the road and call for service. i took my car to my local mechanic who told me it was a knock sensor issue and it had to go to the dealership for repair. i then had it towed to the dealership where they told me my motor needed to be replaced. the dealership had my car for almost 3 months to replace the motor. the next day after i picked up my car from the dealership for the engine replacement my battery quit, my headlights quit and my passenger side window motor quit. these were all working fine before the engine went out. then on the monday after my check engine light came on. i took it back to the dealer and they told me it was an evap sensor that needed to be replaced but wast part of the engine replacement so i had to pay for it to be repaired. they had my car for another week and replaced the sensor. one week exactly after getting it back for the 2nd time my check engine light came on again. the dealership told me it was the evap sensor again but they had to call technical support to get a plan to fix it. they told me it was perfectly fine to drive while they are waiting to hear what to do from technical support. the car is now parked in my driveway because i can not physically put gas in it and the one time i was able to put gas in it, i drove approx 120 miles on a full tank of gas and my low fuel light came on and it shows little to no gas on the gas gauge. i am afraid to drive it because i am afraid it will catch on fire or i will mess up the fuel injectors or worse.

We just noticed a clunking/clicking sound when driving the vehicle over a bump. we took the car to the dealership to check it out and was advised that the steering column needed a replacement and that it's a known issue with the sonata especially the 2011.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at 70 mph, the contact noticed the eps warning light illuminated. the contact continued to drive but noticed the steering wheel of the vehicle was very loose causing the vehicle to swerve on the road. the contact lost automatic power steering which caused the contact to crash into a medium wall on the side of the road. the air bags did not deploy. there was no medical treatment at the scene. no one was injured. no police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who inspected the vehicle and diagnosed the failure as an electric issue with power steering that would need to be repaired by a local dealer. the vehicle was not repaired..the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 195,000.

While driving, the engine suddenly stalled, causing my vehicle to roll to a stop in moving traffic. this put myself at risk, along with other drivers. there was no prior warning.

On my 2011 hyundai sonata both of my brake light bulbs and wiring caught fire and started smoking from the inside of my trunk. i have notified hyundai of this and they refused to do anything about it even though it is an extremely dangerous issue that hyundai should fix free of charge!!!!! now i have no brake lights on my vehicle because of this !!!!!!

Unknown....dome lights got switched and the car wouldnt turn back on after that.. thought it was the alternator so a brand new one got put in it... wasnt it.... thought it was the battery terminal so got a brand new 1 of those... not it.... without the key being in the center console faub the car doesnt have power at all..... car just wont start at all now.... so really unsure with what going on

2011 hyundai sonata. consumer writes in regards to nhtsa safety recall 15v-568. the consumer requested to be included in the recall, as the vehicle has experienced the same failure. there was metallic debris in the engine crankshaft. this caused the rod bearings to be restricted of oil flow and caused my rod bearings to be damaged. the engine failed.

2011 hyundai sonata. consumer writes in regards to engine stalling. the consumer stated within a 3 month period the vehicle had a rapping noise coming from the engine and stalling. it was taken to the dealer. on another occasion, the vehicle stalled over 12 times in a 2 mile trip. the vehicle had to be pushed to a repair shop. the consumer inquired about any recalls.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while her husband was attempting to shift from drive to reverse, the gear shifter seized in the drive. the contact stated that the shifter cable had detached. the contact's husband informed the contact that a pin was missing from the shifter cable. the contact's husband opened the hood and shifted the gear manually with someone seated in the driver’s seat. the contact's husband was able to drive the vehicle to their residence. the dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the vin was not included in a recall. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 24,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer where they diagnosed the vehicle with engine failure due to a defective rod bearing. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed him that his vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in possession of the dealer. the failure mileage was 89,060.

I was driving my car regularly one day and out of nowhere my car just shut off. when i started it back up i heard a knocking noise and it got louder as i went faster. so i pulled over and checked to see where the sound was coming from and it came from the engine. so when i started the car back up, on the way home the car was hesitating to move right and kept jerking. i also noticed the engine light and engine oil light came one so i went to go check it out. when i did the shop said the engine is blown and that there are recalls on my type of car. when i searched to see if there was i found out my car had none. but the exact same thing that happens to those cars happened to mine.

When fuel tank is quarter full, car shuts down when i make complete stops like on traffic lights or when turning. i have to turn it completely off and have gear on park and restart it

As i was driving the vehicle, i had just exited off of the highway and onto a ramp and as i tried to accelerate the speed back to the speed limit my vehicle made a knocking sound and stalled at about 40mph. it would not speed up and as i kept driving to attempt to get home we could hear different sounds coming from the engine. i made it home as the vehicle seemed to be ready to complete shut off but didn't. i took it into hyundai and they said it could be the turbo, but were unsure. they state there are no recalls on the vehicle, but it seems that this is a common issue for others with the same vehicle. the engine is not good and i cannot drive my vehicle safely.

While driving the car and accelerating the car literally stalled going down the street. i came to a complete stop it had died. no power or anything. i thought it was the starter but it wasn’t brand new starter. come to find out the engine stalled. lifted the hood nothing but burnt smelled and smoke. i’ve been catching [xxx] with this car. helpppp me! it’s toooo many of us to be going through the same [xxx] thing and no answers! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced excessive oil consumption. there were no warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with carbon build-up in the chamber. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. additionally, there were two oil consumption tests performed. the contact was informed about a complete engine tear down. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to nhtsa for assistance. the approximate failure mileage was 125,595.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 65 mph, the vehicle stalled, almost causing a collision. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and diagnosed with engine failure from a damaged connecting rod and metal shavings in the engine. the dealer informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. the manufacturer denied the engine replacement because the vehicle had a salvage title. the manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under manufacturer recall number: 132 (gdi engine inspection/replacement). the failure mileage was approximately 163,000.

I was driving my 2011 hyundai sonata home from work when without warning my car started making a rattling noise and slowing down. i was able to get out of traffic and luckily maneuver my car into the parking lot of a mechanic before it completely shut down. i tried multiple times to restart it and it would not turn over. i started checking things under the hood and when checking my oil noticed it was completely empty. where did all my oil go? after being inspected by the mechanic he notified me that my engine had seized up and that it is a known issue with this year and model. i then had it towed to the dealership where it is still sitting to be looked at. it’s been a week of me being out of work due to not having a vehicle. when i asked about the known issue they stated that my vin number is not listed as part of those affected. there were literally no warning lights until that morning when the engine light and oil light came on while i was coasting into the parking lot of the mechanic. if it would have been a busier part of the day i could have been in a serious accident. i am still without a vehicle waiting on the dealership to look at my car.

The car cut off with no warning signs. no letter was send to me from the dvm stating that i had a recall and my car just cut off on me and the dealership telling me i have to come out of pocket to pay for engine that i no knowlege about at all of the software update

My airbag light will not go off . return the car back to the dealer . car in the shop seen july 1 2021 and the dealer change my sensor out three times, still the light stay on. one time the shop told me the wire harness was the problem, recall in 2018 was to put a wire filter to help with the problem .

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact’s mother stated while driving approximately 40 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. the contact stated no warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing the eps control unit replaced however, the vehicle was not repaired. upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering). the vehicle was then repaired but continued to experience the same symptoms. the manufacturer was informed of the failure and told the contact that they were unable to assist. the failure mileage was approximately 21,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front driver’s and passenger’s side door locks would unlock causing the doors to open inadvertently. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the door latches needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not yet repaired. the manufacture was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. the contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the nhtsa campaign number: 10v070000 (latches/locks/linkages). the contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. the failure mileage was 195,000.

The contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact initially stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal, knocking noise would emit from the engine. the contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer where a knock sensor test was performed and the contact had the engine replaced under warranty. a few months later while driving at night at 35 mph, smoke(color unknown) began to emit from the vehicle without warning as he noticed his feet getting warm. the contact then saw flames emit from the vehicle and immediately pulled over. the fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the fire(fire report unknown). police also arrived at the scene and a police report was filed. no injuries were reported at the scene. the vehicle was totaled and towed to an independent body shop. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered the option of a settlement; a settlement had yet to be made. the failure mileage was approximately 175,000. the failure mileage on the new engine was approximately 10,000.

The airbag sensor light will not turn off.

Was driving fine for a few minutes, made a stop at a light then when i proceed to make my left turn, my steering wheel was completely hard to turn. a light eps came on right away and i was able to move forward but made it completely hard to turn towards my destination. drive my car home at 10 mph i could not steer my steering wheel

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle would not start after several attempts. several unknown warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who did not diagnose the vehicle but advised the contact that the failure was related to an unknown recall. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that her vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the vehicle was towed to the dealer who advised the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. the contact stated that the vehicle had remained at the dealer since october. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to provide a rental car which required the contact to have a credit card, but she did not have one. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 130,000. parts distribution disconnect. consumer was contacted by dealer recalls for the repairs were completed. when consumer visited the website on march 27th to verify on any recalls on my vehicle in which there was one still showing not completed.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that he purchased the vehicle last year with a new engine at 189,000 miles. recently, the contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the vehicle began to stall, and an abnormal knocking sound was coming from the engine. there was no warning light illuminated. due to the failure, he had the vehicle towed to a dealer where the engine was disassembled to diagnose the cause of the failure. the dealer requested the maintenance records for the vehicle; based on his available maintenance records, the dealer determined that the failure was caused by poor maintenance. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred him to another dealer for assistance. the vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. the failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

The rear passenger door will not open from the inside or outside. when my kids are in the back seat, they cannot get out that door and in the event of an emergency on the right side of the car, would be put at great risk not being able to open the left side passenger door. i had just opened the door to retrieve my backpack from the back seat and tried the door again and it was stuck. i unlocked the doors from the front seat and tried again to no avail. i went inside the car to try and open it and despite it being unlocked, it will not open. the interior latch feels like it is not moving anything when i try and open it, but the door acts like it is locked and cannot be opened with the handles. i have not taken it to the dealer yet, but plan to if i cannot fix it on my own.

Everything worked good until i had to take my car to the dealer for knock sensor, air bag check, software update, and my engine was also part of the affected engine recall... well ever since then i have had to replace my car battery a few times and now i just invested in a battery charger because now my cars battery gets drained whether or not i use it? i asked the dealer on a couple of occasions to check out why my dash and lights flicker and shut off and come back on seconds later when i turn my lights on at night? also told the service writer that i noticed this happening when i used my turn signal, because i could notice the dash lights and head beams behave erratic and most dangerously? i know i was told more than once that they could not find nothing wrong and there were no codes either? i have to disconnect my battery now because of this dangerous issue and just gets very frustrating that now i have a car that sits there in my car port more than its driven nowadays but because car prices are high i really need my car repaired so that it could work safely like it used to before. i'm afraid that my car will catch on fire because of this and just wished that hyundai motor corporation would look into this matter more seriously and more importantly find a solution for this big safety mater. i just finally got tired of all this that i have to go through and still probably wont ever hear of a safety recall for this big problem...

While driving and making a turn lights on the dashboard flashed and car died had it towed to local auto shop. they told me the vehicle engine had seized and there was potentially a recall on the engine had it towed now to the dealer they said there wasn't a recall but could have an extended warranty they charged me $400 to have the engine taken apart and take pictures to send to hyundai which then in turn denied the warranty due to sludge so i sent them the maintenance reports for the vehicle which has passed inspection every year of vehicle. rented a car for 2 weeks then have since gone without a car because they denied the claim. waited another week it is now been over 3 weeks at this point for them to tell me they denied it again i've only had the car eight months and bought it at a dealer not a private sale which it was serviced before i took the vehicle. have now had been without a car for over a month and i'm out almost $1000 plus the vehicle for nothing. why certain cars recalled of the same year and others not when there are this many complaints on the engine and probably many more not reported

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate, and then stalled. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with connecting rod bearing failure. the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata gls. the contact stated while driving at 20 mph and making a turn, all warning lights started flashing and the vehicle began to make an abnormal knocking noise. the contact was able to safely stop the vehicle as he noticed that smoke was coming from under the vehicle. the smoke stopped on its own as the engine was turned off. the contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the ecm cluster update (software) which contributed to the engine failure. the contact stated that the dealer informed him that the engine also needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired as the dealer said that the engine replacement was not covered under warranty. the contact stated that the failure was related to a manufacturer warranty recall number: 953. the manufacturer was informed of the failure however no assistance was offered. the failure mileage was approximately 167,000. the contact stated the dealer provided a vehicle service credit check but the contact is asking is this supposed to be compensation for a new vehicle, pay off the credit or some type of settlement?

The abs system just stopped working while driving, loud brake warning beeps and the brakes stopped functioning making a vibrating sound then stopped working all together, i pulled over as safe as i could and found no leaks , fluid is good. started the car again and after 2 minutes did it again... was told by hyundai that a new abs modulator will be needed but it could not be reset to the computer so i would need a new ecu as well to match....are you kidding,,,thousands of dollars of work and labor ,,,,"""for brakes,""",,, i bought a money pit not a car...

The car stopped while driving. it have a knock sensor code problem replaced and it will not start or move. i have read about the engine recall and my car did everything the engine recall stated. i do not understand how on one site it says my engine was recalled but on your site it does not. it has the same engine and model, make, and year. i could i could have died. i was never notified about any recall.

Driving down highway the car just stopped going. the steering wheel got increasingly harder to turn. once on side of road, i noticed a bunch of the warning lights lit up the dashboard. i turned off the car and tried turning it back on, however, it would just make a weird clicking noise and not start. i scheduled an appointment with a hyundai dealership, so i’m not sure what is wrong with car.

My husband took car to rainbow city, al location to have some recalls fixed. 2wks later we go to pick up the car & as we go to to leave, me following behind him, i noticed passenger brake light out. i call & tell him, then i notice the middle brake light isn’t going off at all- it’s staying lit. i then notice, when he adjusted the headlights the passenger brake light came on & driver side brake light went off. but middle brake light wasn’t going off, it continued to stay on. i looked it up & it’s a known issue with this model. i then look up for any further recalls and yes there are but my vin isn’t attached to this recall as it obviously should be. we took it back to dealer & call then go rounds with them and they blame it to be cold weather, absurd, but looking into this issue it could result in an accident if driving because i nearly rear ended my husband not knowing if he was on the brakes or not on his way back to the dealership service center. i also know if the car recognizes the brakes to be pressed while actually driving it could easily jump out of gear! being that the lights no matter if altering sides when on stated off as if someone we’re staying on the brakes. this needs to be added to your recall listing immediately! i’m afraid of driving it! i’m definitely not putting my children in this vehicle! please help! you may respond to me via email [email protected] . thank you, traci

Engine knocking noise, random acceleration, vibration. car diagnosed for misfiring in the third cylinder. hyundai warranty is not covering and the dealership states my additional engine life time warranty not covering either!

My passenger headlight continuously goes out. i also have where my headlights completely go out as well as my interior lights. there is nothing out of the ordinary when it happens. sometimes it will do it when i use a turn signal, other times just on it's own. i will have it happen very frequently and then not again for months. i also have the taillight burn out very often

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated and the vehicle stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with engine failure. the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but declined the engine replacement since the mileage did not match the title mileage. the manufacturer informed the contact to park the vehicle as it was not safe to drive. the failure mileage was 234,875.

The shifter is not being recognized in park by the motor therefore, it is not wanting to start. once i do get it started, then i can not shift out of park i have to stick the key down in the shift unlock position to get it to move out of park.

Out of the blue, in the middle of driving, this car stopped working. this could have been a very dangerous situation. there was absolutely no warning. apparently, there is a recall, but it has not been publicized by hyundai. why was the recall not registered with the nhtsa? what efforts have been made, in earnest, by hyundai to reach owners? what advertisements, social media posts, outreach by dealers have been made? how many letters has each owner been sent, and how clear and serious was the wording on these letters? we had no idea there may be an issue with the engine, as we never received a notification from hyundai. we never even heard of the recall until the car died in the middle of driving it. it is very dangerous that this issue exists and that no earnest effort has been made to notify the public. not only are drivers and passengers being put in serious danger by the lack of information about this potential engine failure/potential fire, other drivers and passengers are being put at risk by having these cars out on the road. nhtsa should be advocating for the following: 1. more robust, earnest outreach on the failure issue. 2. hyundai needs to give an accounting of how many affected vehicles have been sold in the us and how many have participated in their barely advertised recall (in order to let you know the scope of vehicles still affected.) 3. hyundai needs to replace these engines or get these dangerous cars off the road by providing reasonable trade in value for people to stop using these cars. 4. this recall must be registered with the nhtsa and owners need to be alerted.

The connection between the brake light and the socket is very poor and the motion of the vehicle often causes them to go out. i have replaced the bulbs and sockets multiple times and i find myself routinely conducting this same repair. this is a safety issue as functioning brake lights are a crucial safety feature for night time driving. i have had this issue diagnosed and repaired by an auto service professional a year ago and i am still having the same problem recur. no warning lights come on when the brake lights fail so i am required to routinely check them myself.

All the lights appear os dash. tpms, taction control, maintenance check engine, , brake malfunction message power steering light. car start beeping alarm. transmision weard beheaving. brakes weard, acceleration. scare moments, stop the car. dangerous driving. after 5 mjnutes problem desapear and afret 10 more milles problem appear again. bring car to the dealer february 10th for diagnostic they charge 457.38 dolars fr diagnostic. almost a month after they found anything nothing. feel robbed by dealer.

While driving, the engine in my 2011 hyundai sonata hybrid with the 2.4 liter engine shut off without notice (depressing the gas pedal and zero power)! i found myself and family in a difficult and potentially deadly situation as the speed limit on this road was 55mph, a large heavy duty tri axle dump truck was bearing down on my coasting car and family. i had few options from a safety stand point and had to make a snap decision. there was not a berm to pull off the road to the right side without trying to make a crash stop into the wilderness, or try to coast to the next available side street to get off the main road. as the vehicles coasting speed decreased i was very lucky that the oncoming traffic had a small gap between a another truck and a car. with few options i had to to make a decision and decided to try and make it to the side street almost causing a potential head on accident with that traffic. we were very fortunate to make it off the main road to the side street where we were now stranded. as one would realize we were very shook up emotionally do to this flaw in this vehicle. after many hours of research i see that a class action law suit was settled in 2021 for this exact engine bearing failure which seizes the engine and is now closed. from a safety stand point, reliability stand point and documented stand point a safety recall should be implemented to hold hyundai motor cars responsible for all repairs to correct this safety issue. additionally the obvious potential for the crashes and death become very apparent unless corrective action is not taken.

As i was driving to work saturday 3/12/22, four blocks from my home my sonata with 064,000 miles stalled. i was able to restart the engine twice after which it made a lot of noise and, according to my mechanic, locked up. the mechanic tried to rotate the motor from the crankshaft pulley bolt and no movement, locked up. we suspect the failure may be connecting rod bearings premature wear, as has caused engine damage in the sonata hybrid currently on recall. how can we determine the cause of this failure, and request satisfaction from hyundai? thank you, [xxx] [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

The contact called for her niece who owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds or while the vehicle was stationary, there was an abnormal clicking in the steering wheel. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

My wife was hit on the drivers side door at 45mph and the side airbags didn’t deploy. according to the inspection, the side impact shorted the acu.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 45 mph and exiting a highway the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. the contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated and the instrument panel went blank. the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the vehicle had engine failure related to nhtsa campaign number 20v746000 (engine) and 15v568000 (engine). the contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer had been informed of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that upon pulling out of a driveway, the vehicle began to stall as he placed the vehicle into drive (d) and depressed the accelerator pedal. the contact then stated that several warning unknown lights appeared on the instrument panel as a dark colored smoke began to emit from underneath the hood of the vehicle. due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic where they diagnosed the vehicle with engine failure. upon investigation, the contact discovered nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) which he linked to the failure. the dealer was notified of the failure and provided him with a diagnostic fee. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired and remained in the possession of the independent mechanic. the failure mileage was approximately 188,000.

My engine seized-up at approximately 125,000 miles. we were on the highway traveling about 75mph and heard an unusual sound from the engine compartment. we exited the highway on an exit ramp and at the stop, i hit the gas and lost most power - could only go about 15mph tops. had to have it towed to my local hyundai dealership and they determined that the engine was seized. my check engine light and low oil light were on when the problem presented. this was on 03/12/22. thankfully this occurred when i and a buddy were traveling home from a basketball game, however, the primary driver of this car has been my 18 yo daughter - i'm super glad it happened on my drive and not on hers.

The driver seatbelt will not stay attached. i'm getting a code to replace steering column and was told the intermediate shaft is bad. also the torque converter clutch is throwing a code. the engine has been replaced which only has 4k miles on it.

My engine has failed due to a well known manufacturing defect. i never received the recall notice service campaign 953, as i am not the original owner. this theta engine is part of a class action lawsuit and hyundai is aware however they may try to not pay for a replacement engine according to the dealership. please assist. thank you so much.

This vehicle's engine made a rattling noise and then suddenly stalled while i was driving it. i had it towed to the closest manufacturer dealership and the mechanic submitted a claim on my behalf to the manufacturer. it denied because the car has a salvage title. after reviewing your website it looks like the manufacturer can not solely deny a recall claim based on salvage title. this vehicle's engine has acted just like all the other recall's on this manufacturer, make & model.

Driving down the road my car just shut down and wouldn't start it happened once before but i was able to jump it and it worked but this time after we replace the battery and got it running there was a knocking under the hood that sounds like a rod going out or the engine is toast. there's no knocking before the engine totally just shut down it was running perfectly fine and because it started and ran fine the last time the car just died when i was driving i thought it was the battery and low and behold i replaced the battery and it turns on perfectly fine but now the knocking in the engine. it also will not drive over so many miles per hour cuz if it goes up to those miles per hour then it shuts down or the knocking gets louder and it starts to die. again no warning about this which is why i replace the battery cuz that's what happened last time and when it came back on this time after getting the battery replaced and put in lonely hold there's knocking in the engine and it won't drive. i've seen on youtube a guy with the same problem find out there is something recalled on the engines for the 2011 hyundai sonata. the manufacturer replaced his engine for the same exact thing my car is doing. i just inherited this vehicle from my dad who passed away but he had just put it in his name from my brothers who passed away from covid so i have not had this car long at all. literally just received title in the mail. this is my only vehicle and my husband is blind and we have two kids that we have to get to and from school and very limited income right now and this problem needs to be fixed by the manufacturer because i did nothing wrong

Had took it and called servals times to dealer complaining that something is wrong with the engine all they said is get a new car even thou was still making payments and told me warranty was not covered. after waiting a year later asked again and said warranty was covered due to the recall but when i took ot they denied my engine replaced saying i caused the head gasket to be replaced. explaining the car showed no signs of over heating and just shut off once i got off the exit.

Airbag sensor came on for no reason

We have refill engine oil weekly. after every oil change a month the oil is dark and a needs a quart more to refill. this is regularly since 2015. we purchased the car in 2012. 2019 the front ball joints started clumping in reverse, replaced in 2021. while driving on the freeway and exiting off onto a ramp the car dramatically down shifted and was unable to correct itself. later discovered the computer module needed replacement. we still are refilling oil weekly. not to mention replacing the clock spring twice.

Hyundai recalled my vehicle twice for gdi engine inspection/replacement (recall 132). subsequently, my vehicle was recalled a 3rd time for high-pressure fuel pipe inspection and replacement (recall 180). during this recall, the dealership inspected and did not replace or repair any equipment. 4/12/2022 i smelled gasoline and took my vehicle to an auto shop for inspection. the technician explained that the high-pressure fuel system was leaking fuel significantly and was an extreme safety hazard. i contacted hyundai manufacturer right away due to my knowledge of recall 180. hyundai set me up with a dealership service appointment and i had the vehicle towed to the dealership for safety. the dealership refuses to honor the recall (recall 180) and after several phone calls, emails, and tweets; i am still unable to get reconciliation from hyundai consumer affairs. for context, please understand that this dealership is the same dealership that failed to repair or replace anything when i took my vehicle in for recall (recall 180). please help!

Engine-locked up(with oil inside) gearshift-does not change to next gear unless i use emergency shift lock.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while his son was driving at approximately 65 mph, blackish smoke began to emit from the engine without warning. his son immediately pulled over as his girlfriend and their dogs exited the vehicle. the smoke quickly turned into flames as the vehicle became engulfed in a fire. the fire department arrived at the scene and extinguished the fire. a fire report was filed and no injuries were reported. the vehicle was initially towed to an independent tow yard where they deemed the vehicle a complete loss. the contact spoke to several attorneys and was advised to keep the vehicle in his possession if possible. the contact then had the vehicle towed to his home where it remained in his possession. the contact's son notified the manufacturer of the failure and received no assistance. the failure mileage was unknown.

The contact's daughter owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would bounce up and down without warning. the contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer where she was informed that her vehicle was not covered under warranty or recall. the contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with a fractured front coil spring. upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 15v629000 (suspension). the manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided the contact with the same information as the dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was unknown.

Brake lights have been needed to be replaced multiple times a year, since i purchased the car. now this past year i have had to replace my break lights more often and noticed the port that holds the light appears to be burnt. so after i noticed the situation, i googled to see if there were any recalls and there have been, but my dealership advised me that my car had no recall for the break lights but had other recalls (which nothing was ever sent to me stating any recalls). also be advised approximately every 5 hyundai sonata has a break light out. i am extremely upset that there has not been a recall for the break lights and also upset that the dealer charged $115.00 for two break light bulbs and “labor”) and why was i not aware of recalls on my vehicle until i went into the dealership with a problem.

The sonata hyundai hybrid trunk will not open when the battery dies, and since the battery for the hybrid is in the trunk, when the battery dies, the car has to be towed because, unfortunately, the key to the trunk has never worked. the last time my battery died, the dealer, after many hours, finally managed to get the trunk open but not without damaging the mechanism. now there is no way for someone to get out of the trunk if they should get locked in. it's my understanding that a trunk latch malfunction has been a problem with hyundai sonata hybrids for a long time. there is a recall on the newer models. why not the 2011? the latch does not work. there were no warnings that the battery was low before the trunk became unaccessable.

While driving the car, the engine just stopped. we had to push the car to the side of the road and it would not start again. the car was towed to a mechanic and the engine had seized up completely.

When driving, i would get an unusual loud alarm sound, then the car start to cut off, couldn't stop the car using the brakes, had to wait until it slows down, usually when i'm in traffic, which is dangerous. this has happened several times off/on, i would get warning saying check brake, when all this is happening, no warning before the alarm sound or when the car has cutoff. took car to hyundai in olive branch, ms on 04/22/2022, therefore it has not been repaired, i was not offered a loaner car, i asked for a loaner, she (lexi) quickly said "they don't offer loaner cars" so i'm having to borrow a vehicle to get to work. i've called, left messages, no one has returned my calls.

The contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at 50 mph, another vehicle crashed into the rear end of the vehicle. the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle skidded and stopped. the air bags failed to deploy. the contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence and parked the vehicle. the contact then sought medical assistance and was informed that she had sustained a left shoulder rotator cuff tear. a police report was filed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bags failed to engage and did not need to be reset. the vehicle was then taken to an auto collision mechanic where it was repaired. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle crashed into the driver's side of the vehicle. the contact was thrown to the right and to the driver's side door. the air bags failed to deploy. the contact was transported to the hospital by emergency units. the contact was informed by her orthopedist that her left shoulder rotator cuff tear was reinjured. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a tow lot. the vehicle was then towed to a second dealer bob johnson kia (3817 w henrietta rd, rochester, ny 14623), where it was diagnosed that the air bags failed to engage and did not need to be reset. the vehicle was then taken to an auto collision mechanic where it was repaired. additionally, the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a burning odor. upon parking the vehicle at her residence, the contact saw smoke coming in through the instrument panel and ac vents. the contact stated that all four doors were then locked. the contact then released the key from the ignition and unlock the doors using the key fob. the contact saw a flame coming through the ac vent just before she exited the vehicle. after exiting the vehicle, the contact saw that the front seats were on fire and there was fire underneath the hood of the vehicle. the fire department arrived at the scene but was unable to unlock the doors of the vehicle. the fire department then broke the windshield and the driver's side door window and they extinguished the fire. a fire department report was filed. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a third dealer vision hyundai henrietta rochester (2525 w henrietta rd, rochester, ny 14623), then it was towed to a tow lot where it was totaled. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

The engine failed going down the highway and wouldn’t go over 30min. the engine needs to be replaced agin. but the dealership won’t because there are no open recalls. they should replace with a working engine.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard a ticking sound and then heard something detach from the vehicle. the contact pulled over and checked underneath the driver’s side front of the vehicle and became aware that the coil spring had detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

Upon accelerating to enter traffic the engine stalled. subsequent attempts to restart the vehicle have been unsuccessful. the engine will not turn at all. a mechanic determined the engine was locked. prior to this the check engine light had been on and the defective part had been replaced based on diagnostic code p0449.

The car began exhibiting a knocking noise on 5/21/2022 when increasing speed up to around 60 mph. vehicle did the same thing again on 5/24/2022 and was shaking for a few minutes around the 50-60 mph mark. i took it to my local mechanic who drove it 6 blocks and then towed it back to his shop because he "didn't want to be the one to blow the motor out." at that point there was a consistent knocking noise in the engine even when in park. i did some research and discovered the "engine rod bearing failure" recall associated with similar model and year hyundai sonatas. so i had my car towed on 6/2/2022 to the nearest hyundai dealership from alpena, michigan to traverse city, michigan, where they ran the engine rod diagnostic test and my vehicle failed the test. so the service rep at the dealership informed me on 6/3/2022 that my car failed the test and would be receiving a full engine replacement and knock sensors with the 10-year warranty.

After doing some research, i am now aware that there was a recall 20v-746 or 21v-727 that my car was affected by & was never notified about. on 6/2/2022, i was driving and just exited the freeway. smoke started coming out of the passengers side of the engine. cars were honking at me & flames started coming out as i drove into a parking lot. i was terrified as my life was at risk & felt fortunate that this did not happen on the freeway. i feel lucky to have been able to escape this life threatening experience. there is now an open claim with my insurance. i had brake lights changed at frank hyundai on 4/08/2022 in national city, ca where they also ran a diagnostic check on the car. there was never mention of a recall & my car was cleared of any issues. in addition to the photos i have attached, i also have videos that i am not able to upload.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and stalled. the contact stated there was a piston failure in the engine allowing oil to leak onto the ground. there were no warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 17v226000 (engine and engine cooling). the approximate failure mileage was 150,000. the vin was invalid.

My engine seized up on me while driving in heavy traffic. i just purchased this vehicle in april 2022, and other than me having to replace a headlight, the car drives smooth and has never stalled or given any check engine, or oil lights, or any type of indication that there was something wrong with my vehicle. i just drove it and out of the blue my dashboard lights go off and my engine locks up while i'm driving. i wasn't able to get the car back started. i had it towed to a shop and they weren't able to get the engine to turn either. i am now resorting to a hyundai dealership to inspect.

Going down the highway at 70mph the engine just shut down. i couldn’t drive over 35 mph hr.

Air bag lights have come on. unsure of what the exact issue is until i bring it to the shop.

I have replaced my front driver door actuator, the back driver and front passenger side 3x and it’s still having issues. i replaced all fuses an wiring harness. front headlights keep blowing out after about a week of putting in new ones.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 65 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated and the contact pulled over safely to the side of the road. the contact then restarted the vehicle; however, there was a metallic grinding sound coming from the vehicle. the contact turned off the vehicle and had it towed by aaa to a local dealer. the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 159,719.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. there were no warning lights illuminated. the contact exited the vehicle safely, and the vehicle was towed to the local dealer. the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. the contact referenced an unknown recall but stated that the vehicle was not included. the contact had the vehicle towed back to the residence. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle vibrated and inadvertently lost motive power while driving. the contact was able to drive safely to the side of the highway. the check engine warning light illuminated prior to the failure. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. the vehicle was then taken to the dealer however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. the contact stated the air bag warning light had since illuminated. the vehicle was not repaired and was towed back to the residence. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 11,000. the consumer stated engine was replaced.

Approx. 6/8 while driving car, engine ceases, had towed to mechanic shop, towne hyundai dealer advised have car again towed to them. dealer advised needed oil change receipts for 69,000-90,000 which they received, i had been calling to check status several times. called 7/1 advising i’m inconveniencing everyone using their car. was advised they had to now remove valve cover & send pictures, they were waiting for hyundai’s response but later on towne left me voicemail they were trying to get me a rental car, none were available but probably on tuesday they would have better luck. well got the call today (tuesday) it was denied for coverage due to maintenance on the vehicle …. so my car which i take great care of i was told there is no one that they could respond to with my dispute! gave me hyundai csr service # , i called & was advised when hyundai denies coverage that is the final decision & there is no dispute & no one else to speak to. i was advised i could call the better business bureau & given the # to call. when this first happened i went on the site where hyundai was being fined & put my vin to check , it showed i should’ve been art of the recall, now after i’m denied the status changed! i advised the rep at towne after he said i was denied i was part of that recall & i checked he said i wasn’t, so i feel like things were altered , i took a screenshot of my vin covered, is there anything else i can do or speak to on this, i’m so upset!

I was attending a wedding on 7/01/2022 as i was leaving for dropping my child off at the hospital as i was leaving to go change clothes my car had shut off in the middle of the road without no warning of what so ever it started smoking and wouldn't start or do anything for me to get out of the road which could've cause a bad wreck thank god for some gentleman helping me getting out of the road i have had mechanic look at there so many problems he don't know where to begin and i just spent out money fixing my car

My engine seized while i was driving a few miles from home at 104,000 miles. i was told by the mechanic that there was not enough oil in the vehicle and that caused the problem. however, i have never missed a maintenance on this car and it was only 4,000 miles out of warranty. i don't understand how the car could have no oil. i checked and i was just a few hundred miles passed the date for an oil change but i never received any light indicating that oil was a problem and i cannot understand how the car could be using that much oil without me having any prior indication from the car.. just the engine seizing and now i am told the car is toast unless i put in a new engine! i don't see my car on recall but it seems that i have the same problem of many other people and i feel that hyundai should make this problem right and fix it.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, he and his wife exited the vehicle and both noticed that the brake lights had remained illuminated. the brake lights failed to turn off as designed. the dealer and the manufacturer were both contacted and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v759000 (exterior lighting). no additional assistance was provided. the failure mileage was 120,000.

The vehicle has been slowing down and failing to drive. took it to the mechanic and the vehicle caught on fire. the mechanic said other vehicles had the same issue. when i called hyundai they said my vin was not apart of that recall and they can only go off of that. i have a vehicle that has been sitting for a long time unable to use because of engine problems that hyundai is well aware of.

The taillight socket is melting disabling the effective use of the brake system to alert other drivers the vehicle is stopping. the light works but can not be reinserted into the given space because it has melted close on the tailight cause my entire tail light to have to be replaced. the light bulb then melted into the trunk space and could have caused a fire but luckily we smelled it and moved the placement. i have almost been rear ending multiple times cause long the oncoming driver to swerve off the road to avoid hitting me because they were not able to see i was stopped. i have been stopped by law enforcement and given a warning thankfully. i have sent a complaint to hyundai and have seen multiple complaints and myself seen multiple sonatas on the road with no tail light/brake light issues. my dealer wants to charge over $600-1000 to repair this imperative issue. there was no indication they were malfunctioning until they had melted into the socket. on both lights. i have read multiple complaints on this same issue. this is an important part of the car that needs to be fixed for driver safety.

A friend borrowed my car to go to the corner store to get me a couple of things while my husband was getting surgery. my friend ended up in a rollover accident after hitting a tree. all recalls were up to date on my vehicle, he stated that no airbags deployed. now after the vehicle was rolled back over and taken to the tow yard the insurance adjuster was the first to see and the driver airbag had deployed. i was not there i cannot say when the airbag deployed however none of the curtain airbags deployed. also my friend stated that the car accelerated just before impact he swerved to miss something in the road and ended up rolling the vehicle after hitting the tree. the car should not have been accelerating but it was like the car had a mind of its own. i thought the recall was to fix the air bags. he could have been killed.. no reason these cars are still on the road. not to mention all of the mechanical issues. and i'm sorry to say that i'm glad my kids weren't in the car.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the exterior door lock button was no longer operative. there was no warning light illuminated. the contact stated that the battery and key fob of the vehicle were replaced; however, the failure persisted. the dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle could not been repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 10v070000 (latches/locks/linkages) as the vin was not included. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 74,800.

We broke down in the middle of the highway where there wasn’t a emergency lane available. a another vehicle struck the car in the rear .

My passenger rear brake light will not come on after car has been in repair shop 11 times to correct issue. they have replaced the bulb, socket, light wiring harness, fuse etc. the brake light will work for a very short time after repair shop, but then go out again.

Around 174,000 miles, the motor started knocking, the engine blew, metal shavings in oil.

Engine knocking. if engine would’ve turned off it could have caused an accident. yes, problem has been reproduced. component has been inspected by dealer. no, warnings.

Car shook violently 5 seconds later shuts off on freeway . took to dealership 3 times they say nothing wrong with it but coils they swapped out coils and still doing something .

While driving the vehicle on the interstate, crossing the expansion joint on an overpass, the check engine light illuminated. immediately following, smoke began coming from under the hood. pulled off the side of the road to check, and flames were coming out of the car. quickly removed what personal items that were possible while the car started becoming engulfed in flames. the car burned until the fire department arrived and put the vehicle out. while we cannot be certain, it is believed that the high voltage wiring chafed and arced leading to the fire. if it wouldn't have been possible to immediately pull to the shoulder, the car would have been engulfed while rolling and could have lead to death. the car is a total loss.

My vehicle has an excessive oil consumption issue that started approximately in september 2021 after i got an oil change and had to put more oil in it after about 2 months when the oil change light went off. i have taken the vehicle to 2 different mechanics and they are unable to find an oil leak. there has been no oil leaking on the ground, no burning smell, no smoke showing, but the oil is somehow being consumed rapidly. the check oil light has not gone off since. i literally have to check the oil level every 2-3 weeks to check the levels. i got another oil change in february 2022 and have had to put 12 quarts in since that time. in july 2022 my car started driving funny with low power issues and the check engine light came on. i had the spark plugs and coil packs replaced. now i'm dealing with low power on inclines and the catalytic converter now needs to be replaced. the mechanic believes it's due to the excessive oil consumption issue. it's my understanding that several hyundais have been recalled due to excessive oil consumption issues.

No warning lights on. police and fire department inspected car. car towed as total lost. safety was at risk per car caught fire while been driven

The car started having issues like turn off itself while running and the oil warning lamp lights up. it did that twice then the engine burst on the third time. oil leaked on the ground in the middle of the freeway, i am lucky i didn't get myself into a bad accident.

I would like to report a serious safety hazard. hyundai motor america replaced my 2011 sonata's defective engine in january 2020. the new engine turned off on its own approximately 20 times without the "check engine" light turning on between august 2021 and january 2022. the "check engine" light did not turn on until january 24, 2022. i had my car towed to el cajon hyundai in august 2021 after the engine turned off on its own while my car was traveling more than 40 mph. el cajon hyundai could not diagnose the cause of the problem in august 2021 because the "check engine" light never turned on each time the engine turned off on its own. i had to work when the non-flashing “check engine” light finally turned for three days starting on january 24, 2021. the engine turned off on its own approximately 20 more times from january 27, 2021 until july 22, 2022 without the “check engine” light turning on. the “check engine” light finally turned on again on july 22, 2022, but it was not for crankshaft position sensor. i told the mechanic what my sonata has been doing since august 2021 after he initially could not diagnose the problem. the mechanic checked the computer again and he was able to locate the check engine light message for the crankshaft position sensor that occurred on january 24, 2022. i paid el cajon hyundai $593.71 on july 25, 2022 and july 29, 2022 to replace the crankshaft position sensor. unfortunately, my car turned off on its own again on july 30, 2022 and august 13, 2022 after the new crankshaft position sensor was installed. my 2011 hyundai sonata has been posing a serious safety hazard for me each time i turn the engine on since early august 2021. hyundai motor america is ethically and financially responsible for ensuring that my 2011 sonata is safe to drive. i am also concern that this serious safety hazard may be impacting other hyundai owners.

On march 5, 2020 i was entering a highway and increased my speed a little so i can get into my lane. after i made it into the highway my car lost power in the middle of the road and immediately would not go past 20 mph. i had to drive slowly and get all the way over into another lane and stopped in a nearby neighborhood. i went to not having any dashboard indicators to now a check engine light, oil light, and abs. i checked my dip stick to see how much oil did i have in my car and i was completely empty but i was not due for an oil change yet. i had to get my car towed to my home. the next day, we tried to let my car rest so it sat. on that morning, i drove my car maybe 8 minutes up the road to stop at an auto zone place. there weren’t any dashboard lights so i assumed my car was okay. the representative did a diagnostic on my car and he said he didn’t find any problems except i needed my brakes worked on & i didn’t have any oil. he put new oil in my car and told me i should be able to drive it up the road to my mechanic. i let my car run a little with the oil topped off and maybe drove no more than 15 minutes before those previous dashboard lights appeared on my car again and my car stopped power and wouldn’t drive any more than 20 mph. long story short, i had to get my car towed twice since then. to my mechanic and then to the hyundai dealership in gaithersburg, md. the rep. at the dealership said her mechanic recommended that i get an engine combustion cleaning, a new pcv valve and a oil change because i didn’t have any oil in my car. i told her that was weird because i had put oil in my car from the auto zone place and i believe my car must be leaking oil. today, august 15th i am still having problems with running out of oil before my oil change mileage and date and i am not having any indicators on my dashboard to alert me. this can cause me to drive around without knowing and my engine can lock. that is a safety issue!!

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle lost power and the engine seized. there were no warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 110,000.

I know for a fact that one of the recalls i was told by green hyundai they could not do because they did not have a solution for the recall i know in 2019 i had the recall for my seatbelt done and it still comes on buckled i also know because i have one with blue drive that if you hold the battery for the electric out without turning off blue drive it affects it i did not do this but somebody breaking into my car dead and i’m not sure all of the effects it had but i have had motor problems because the same dealer who told me they had no resolution for yoru fact that there is no recalls that were undone even though are not done even though i was told that one they had no solution for and couldn’t do so i know at least one has not been done, also forgot to connect the coolant line resulting in motor damage..

I can’t drive my car in the dark. this has been on going since i bought the car and has just gotten worse. everytime i turn my lights on all of my rear lights stop working and if i’m driving and the back light stop working my gas peddle also will not let me accelerate until i let my foot off and go back on to it but at this point i have no tail lights or brake lights.. i’ve tried so many things to fix this but this is a serious issue i had another friend who bought the same car and sold it a week later because of the same issue. i also can open my trunk and wiggle the wires and it’s a whole light show back there.

While driving on the interstate, the car suddenly stopped accelerating even though my foot was still pressing the accelerator. i took my foot off the gas pedal and let the car coast for a moment, though the deceleration seemed faster than normal coasting, almost as if the brake was slightly engaged. when i pressed the gas pedal again, it started to accelerate for a moment but then the same thing happened and it felt like the brake was engaging and the car was slowing down even though i was still pressing the gas pedal. so i took my foot off again and tried this process several more times, and in the meantime moved to the right lane and put my flashers on because i could not get the car to go more than 30 miles per hour and i was nearly hit several times. i was about to pull over when the issue seemed to resolve itself just as quickly as it had started. i called the dealership and they said because the car is not under any active recall, there's nothing they can do. this is a big safety issue! i was nearly run down by a truck! i just read that nhtsa has an active investigation for throttle issues, and that my 2011 sonata is one of the affected vehicles. please conclude your investigation and fix this issue before someone gets killed!

I own a 2011 hyundai sonata limited edition 2.4 my sonata is making a horrible knocking sound from the engine in 2019 hyundai dealership installed the knock sensor which is default my sonata is knocking no engine light has come on to make me aware of the knock the problem has progressively gotton worse i can hear the knock now is why i'm aware of this my sonata has a salvaged title also is one of the many built in alabama the engine recall campaign says metal matalic shavings are stuck in oil ports which could ruin rod bearings crankshaft and other internal components i took my car to hyundai dealership they ran a mpt test on rod bearing and ignoring the faulty knock sensor that they installed dealership said the bearing test passed but something else in my engine is knocking really bad and still ignored the faulty knock sensor even after telling them about it mind you the engine light is still not on although the engine is knocking all recalls for this vehicle are up to date hyundai dealership has denied me of any help with my sonata because it has a salvaged title but didn't deny me in 2019 when knock sensor was installed my sonata has been maintained oil change tune up ect why am i being denied of this recall they was aware of the engine recall campaign or would have never ran a rod bearing test so why am i being denied my sonata stalled on the freeway in a lemp mode this could have caused serious injuries due to hyundai dealership not fixing the problem how and why are they able to do this if a vehicle is recalled no matter what needs to be fixed

Car stalled on the highway without warning, putting myself and others in danger. motor was inspected and the engine needs replaced. hyundai not honoring recall settlement

I have code p1326- manufacturer control show up on code scanner, first appearing on 08/19/2022, the engine light blinks on and off. looking up the scan code one of connecting rod bearing is possibly getting to the point of failing through wear and tear on my 2011 hyundai sonata limited. the problem has been reproduced while accelerating to 40mph before car will decelerate and only shifting between 1800-2000 rpm, on a busy road near my home, that may could have caused an incident

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the vehicle in drive mode, the transmission erroneously shifted into the sport mode. during the failure, the gears failed to shift as needed, and the vehicle would not accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. after restarting the vehicle, the failure had self-corrected but would eventually the failure had recurred. the cause of the failure was not yet determined. the manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 110,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 18v934000 (engine, fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact stated that the vehicle would accelerate whenever the volume for the radio is turned up. the vehicle would suddenly accelerate inadvertently when other functions of the vehicle were activated. the vehicle also suddenly stalled at various speeds, causing the contact to turn off and then restart the vehicle several times to regain normal functionality. the brakes also failed intermittently. the vehicle displayed a warning light however, the contact was unsure of the meaning. the failure mileage was unknown due to odometer fraud that was linked with the vehicle. parts distribution disconnect.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while her husband was driving approximately 5-10 mph into parking lot, the vehicle started shuddering and stalled. the vehicle failed to restart after several attempts. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine had seized. the vehicle was then towed to the dealer who informed the contact that the wait time for diagnostic test was 2-3 months. the dealer informed the contact that hyundai independent recall number: 953 (ecm & cluster update-engine monitoring logic product improvement) needed to be completed on the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Even on a perfectly dry road, the cruise control can't be set and the traction control light comes on. the nearest dealer (75 miles away) said it was likely in need of a new brake light switch. that didn't solve the problem. now, it is beyond the fact that the brake lights stay on whether the car is running or not. the brake light switch is clearly impacting various other functions and makes the car unsafe to drive, because vehicles following it conclude (incorrectly) that the driver is engaging the brakes. additionally, if someone doesn't detach the battery cables when spending some time at a destination, they can be stranded as the result of a dead battery. if the manufacturer had integrity, they would replace whatever related parts are needed to make the car drive safely, they know there's a problem in such vehicles, and even the head of the nearest service department is currently stumped. and, today i was told by the manufacturer that i have to drive it to that distant dealer to see what kind of offer they might give for the car "as is". there should be a recall.

Rear brake light bulb socket melted . brake light will not work it melted the bulb in the wire harness.

Car stalls when accelerating, beginning to smoke, flashing check engine light in on.

Drove vehicle down the street when knocking noise started, check engine light turned on, then immediately stalled. car will not start or drive now. called hyundai recall campain and they gave me a case number of #203-102-81 with recall campaigns that could fall under 953, and or 132. there may have been an issue with the connecting rod bearings wwith a cyclic knocking noise from ther engine

Car accelerates randomly. makes a sort of "vroom" sound and lurches forward. causing my vehicle to run into my friends garage door. also noticed acceleration at various times while moving.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle would not immediately start. additionally, there was a burning electrical odor present inside the vehicle. the cause of failure was not yet determined. the local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. the contact stated that previously the key fob, alternator, starter, and battery were replaced due to the continued failure. the failure mileage was 53,100.

Break lights burn out in less than 3 months after replacing the light bulb

Car not fully shifting into park and will not allow key to be released from ignition

The steering column is making a clicking noise, took to independent service center and they reported that the eps motor will need to be replaced and is currently not a safety issue, but over time could be. i have not had any warning lamps or messages. i did notice that some 2011 sonatas have been recalled for eps issues, but my vin shows no issues.

All the electrical on the drivers side conti ues to fail. the blinker on the driver side only works if the headlights are on and the brake/blinker lights constantly go out even though the bulbs are fine.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the engine was previously replaced. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the driver's side rear window and passenger's side front and rear windows were unable to roll down with the air bag warning illuminated. additionally, the overhead light was unable to be deactivated, causing the battery to drain. the key fob intermittently was unable to unlock the doors and was stuck in the ignition. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the electrical system wiring was faulty. the mechanic reconnected the passenger's side rear brake light harness; however, the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. the manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. the failure mileage was approximately 174,000. the vin was unavailable.

My car had a recall on the engine 3 months ago and now it is not there but long story short when i bought the car i drove it 300 miles,the engine blew the extended warranty company covered the engine replacement i drove it 7,000 miles changing the oil every 3,000 miles as per the warranty needed the engine blew again warranty company replaced the engine i then found out about the recall and had it towed to the hyundai dealership but they said since there was a different engine in the car they couldn't honor the recall even though the new engine that was put in was also recalled drove the car 3,000 more miles engine blew again it's been in the shop 6 and 1/2 months of the 12 months i've had it and twice i broke down in the middle of the street and on the highway once at a busy off ramp in the middle of crazy traffic i was stranded this past time for 2 hours during rush hour and in a blind spot and could not move my vehicle off the side of the road and was almost hit numerous times the warranty company has voided the contract since they have capped out the max limit spending the worth of the car but the mechanic says he could put the original engine back in the car so hyundai would honor the recall however now the recall has suddenly disappeared and i know it was there because the mechanic told me about the recall i called hyundai's recall customer service number they validated it and told me to have the car towed to hyundai hyundai validated the recall and said they could not honor it because it was a different engine it's just been a really big mess and now i'm out of a car once again and now the recall has suddenly disappeared i'm not too sure what to do at this moment as i'm the only income in the house with a fiance and three kids and no car, since the first week of having the car i've had nothing but issues and i have service records and receipts to prove all of this and the shop verified the breakdown was caused by what the recall was for, engines from al plant

The engine siezed while driving on the highway. this is the second engine that has done this since i’ve been the owner in 2019.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space, the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact waited for a while before being able to restart and drive the vehicle. the failure also occurred while idling at a red light. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure was 161,000.

Driver air bag light stays illuminated while vehicle is operating.

Aig bag light on, horn and nearby control panel stop working. engine noise…da da da… stater fails…

Air conditioning drain drips onto front sub frame, which holds the engine and transmission. it also holds the suspension bolts. dripping from air conditioning drain is causing sub frame to rust, rot out and weaken prematurely. this will cause the engine and transmission to drop out of the vehicle when the sub frame collapses.

Hi…i just financed this vehicle in january and in september… i was driving and the vehicle stalled ……thankfully there was no one behind me but i did cause traffic ….. i had to get it towed to the hyundai dealership and found out that i had a blown engine…i didn’t get any signs that something was wrong with the vehicle…not even a check engine light ….. it’s been in the shop for a month……and i have no way of paying for it…… this has been a nightmare and i’m still paying on it….. i’m so confused and i don’t know what to do…. please find out what about s going on with this car……it has 109,000 miles on it

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle would emit abnormal loud knocking sounds. the contact also stated that the vehicle had been experiencing excessive oil consumption; the vehicle was consuming about 4 quarts of oil per week. additionally, the contact stated while driving at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle shuddered violently and stalled. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the contact stated that the electric power steering assist and the brake assist were no longer operable. the contact veered to the side of the road. the vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 18v934000 (engine). the failure mileage was approximately 118,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the dealer previously replaced the fuel tube; however, the failure recurred while driving at an undisclosed speed, and a fuel odor was detected while the defroster was activated. upon inspection, the contact noticed that there was fuel leaking in the engine. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 73 mph, the vehicle decelerated unintendedly to approximately 10-20 mph. the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle would not exceed 60 mph. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the contact drove to her destination, parked, and turned off the vehicle. the contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. the contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts however, the engine was making abnormal knocking sounds. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the contact notified the local dealer who informed her that they did not have any appointment availability. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 162,594.

The vehicle dash and center console lights flicker and/or dim between bright and dim lights while the headlights temporarily turn off at random intervals while driving. this random, but frequent occurrence happens often when applying the turn signal in either direction. the problem generally exist between 1 to 5 seconds, causing impaired driving during nighttime operation. the turn signal appears to work as expected during the electrical issue. the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. this safety issue can impair nighttime driving visibility which can result in an accident, distracted driving to the primary vehicle driver and other motorists, and false driving signals to other drivers. this issue has been reproduced by an authorized hyundai dealer and other drivers with similar hyundai sonata gls model years. the following online forum is 1 example that provides driver examples and descriptions of the same issue with the same model and year as well as other vehicle model years: https://www.carproblemzoo.com/hyundai/sonata/headlights-turn-off-while-driving-problems.php the vehicle has been used as a daily driver under normal driving conditions and has been maintenanced and inspected by an authorized hyundai dealership for recalls, service, and the mentioned electrical issue. there are no warning lamps prior, during, or after the electrical issue occurence.

I have a lot of paint chips on car. i see a lot of 2011 same model have the same problem. most of the paint chips are coming from top of my windshield. i have complained a few years ago also hoping that this issue can be solved.

My vehicle should be covered under a recall for my engine, however hyundai is denying the claim due to my title being branded as salvage, however according to my research a salvage title does not affect the recall. i believe my engine should be replaced, and hyundai is refusing to return my calls at this point.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the dome light failed to deactivate and remained illuminated. the contact then stated that he had to manually deactivate to turn the light off. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 63,500.

I have had to replace my brake lights, sometimes, every few months. my third brake light only works intermittently. recently, my brake lights and my door lights failed to shut off after i turned the engine off. also, my abs light came on on the dash, but after turning the engine off and back on, that light went out. after re-starting my car and repeatedly, stepping on the brake, my lights finally shut off. i checked the internet for similar problems and found out that there had been a hyundai recall for this issue. i phoned hyundai customer support. they told me the recall had been repaired on my car by the dealer . obviously, it had not. (the dealer also claimed to have corrected another recall regarding seat belts, but that too is a lie, since my seat belt dash light is on although i have never been involved in an accident) i believe that the dealer billed hyundai, but failed to either deliberately or inadvertently failed to perform the recall work. the recall involved replacing the brake stopper pad which engages the brake light switch. obviously, hyundai considered this a safety issue since the brake lights are always on, so the driver behind my car never knows what i'm doing. this has also affected the interior overhead light which only intermittently goes off when i close the door, so i have to keep the light in the off position.

I was driving home from work & out of nowhere the engine seized & power steering was very hard due to it being electric. hyundai then denied my engine for "lack of maintenance" after they knowingly put my life & others t risk for even letting these cars be driving without proper caution or engine replacement.

When driving randomly the cars engine will rev really high while pressing the gas pedal but the car doesn't move. after a little while the car eventually makes a loud clunking noise which shakes the car and typically causes the tires to spin. it seems to happen when the car is trying to decide whether to switch the gas engine or back to ev mode. this has been happening for a long time an even after the engine was replace under the recall. this is a safety issue that causes major concerns for myself an passengers. also it happen when turning onto highways or exits which at high speeds there is a high likelihood of causing an accident. i have reported this to hyundai several times but they cannot figure out the cause but rather keep trying different things an charging me. the car also seems to burn oil fast which doesn't make any sense being that its a newly installed engine.

In may 2022 the engine was recalled and replaced by schomp hyundai located at 100 havan st, aurora, co 80010, and i purchased this car right after the engine recall. since i bought the car vehicle the engine has been making noise and the ac and heater smell gas and burned fuel inside the vehicle through cabin air vents. i took the car to the schomp hyundai and asked them to fix the noise problem as the engine is not properly installed but they refused to fix it and asked me to pay $180 to diagnose the problem and to pay additional for the fix. the second time when i took the car for the gas and fuel fume and i was told that it is not part of the engine warranty; i have to pay $180 to diagnose the problem and pay additional for the fix. as the engine was replaced, the service may have resulted in damage to the high-pressure fuel pipe. while maneuvering the engine into place, the fuel pipe may have been crushed, poorly torqued, or simply not aligned properly. the dealer is not accepting any responsibility.

No heat only a/c and will not turn off. engine light on and low tire light on but no other information is provided on screen.

I really don’t know what the problem is. i got my break lights change and they keep blowing out every two to three weeks. i have been changing the bulbs for more than a year now. every shop i went to say it have wiring problems.

When i was driving on the highway there was a sudden knocking sound coming out from my engine. i dropped off from the highway and checked the engine and there was a smoke coming out from the engine it was scary. i took my car to the dealership and they took some time and they said i have to replace the engine. even it is under a safety recall they decided not to replace the engine and they are saying that the engine is rebuilt. please help me to get my engine replaced, i am a student i am not understanding what to do with this. nhtsa is my final hope to help me in this

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle while driving. the steering wheel was making an abnormal humming sound. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the check engine warning light was flashing on and off constantly. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the failure was due to the power steering. the local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not covered under a recall. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) and nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering). the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was approximately 129,000.

Hyundai has refused to get back to me about my car it's been months they don't return my phone calls or emails or anything. the motor recall had caused me and my children to be stranded in the busy highway after just shutting down 2 times. amongst other things this is unacceptable

7am turn car on and let it. warm up for a couple min then out of no we're car turns off . another day another morning turn car on and seconds pass and car turns off repairs i did as u can see in invoices replaced enginee couple months ago took to dealer ship several times no help or. any solution.

I was driving on the interstate when all of a sudden i heard a loud noise that terrified me. i quickly realized the glass of my sunroof was gone. there were no warning signs at all and the sunroof was not open when this happened. after inspection it was clear that only the glass was missing and no other parts of the sunroof assembly. i called hyundai and was told i could bring it in but it would be an out of pocket expense and would be at least a week before they could get to it. i wasn't sure of the date so i put today's date. n

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving, the steering wheel locked, causing the vehicle to veer to the side of the road. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the steering coupler. additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. the contact stated that she needed to add 2 quarts of oil weekly. additionally, the contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle started shuddering. the contact stated that upon attempting to reverse, the vehicle shuddered increasingly and failed to respond. the contact stated that as she turned off and restarted the vehicle, the failure ceased, and she was able to drive the vehicle. however, while driving 50 mph, she heard abnormal knocking and whining sounds coming from the engine. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the contact was able to continue driving; however, the contact stated while driving 45-50 mph, she heard a clicking sound coming from the engine and the engine seized while in the middle of an intersection. the contact was unable to restart the vehicle. the contact contacted the police department who assisted her with pushing the vehicle to the side of the road. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the vehicle was then towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact stated that a software update was previously completed on the vehicle under hyundai service campaign number: 953 (engine protection mode). the manufacturer was notified of the failure and several cases were opened; however, no assistance was provided. the failure mileage was approximately 96,000.

When driving the alarms go off indicating a brake issue, my brake peddle goes to the the floor, car looses power and slows down to 5 mph. car will not accelerate past 5 mph when i am trying to pull over or get off the freeway. brakes are grinding as i try to use them, very dangerous while on the freeway. when i am able to pull over. i will turn off the car and turn it back on and the issue goes away. now this may happen several more times before i am able to get some where safe. dealership has no clue why its doing this after showing the video of the alarms and describing it. no codes are found either. they just want to start replacing parts stating at 3k a round hoping it will fix the issue. this issue doesn't happen every day but it does happen while driving on the freeway. i have read online others having the same safety issue while driving and having thes same brake failures. not sure where hyundai is at with this issue and the fix for it? yet does someone have to be in a serious accident before someone takes action with this issue?

2020 wiring harness overheated and melted - replaced taillight 6 times in 1 year. hyundai fixed. 2021 tailight out again - hyundai stated the taillight assembly melted, needs to be replaced (403.00) light bulb cannot be replaced (warped). safety issue is what is causing things to heat up and melt. many others reported same issue online - hyundai is not taking ownership to fix whatever is causing this? no warning lamps.

My engine has failed, and my steering wheel column has locked. i had the software update on my engine with napleton that qualified me for a lifetime engine replacement. i submitted maintenance records for my car and pictures of my valvetrain that are well maintained, and hyundai denied my engine claim for exceptional maintenance neglect on dec8. on december 14th, after reviewing my oil changes, they still denied me for using low quality oil that's obscured. the problem i am having with my car is oil, not being able to get to the pistons inside my engine. it's not fair when the company know they engines have a manufacture defect. then they blame the customers for lack of maintenance to have an excuse not to replace the engine. knowing that with or without oil changes in the hyundai sonata 2011 -2012 models the engines will eventually seize anyway.i've reached out to their company over 300 times trying to resolve this matter and i'm still in the same place i started at a month ago. i want to sue for pain and suffering. i've been without a car since nov 9, and it's dec 20. hyundai has put me and my family life in danger on numerous occasions, with their faulty and defected parts causing two near death experiences. hyundai sonata has had a recall on every part, and i consider them unsafe and dangerous. i have seven different case reports with hyundai motor company about excessive oil consumption, and the knocking whining vibrating and shaking. they are very much aware of everything

I started smelling a strong fuel odor and my car just started leaking fuel while i was driving it.

The airbags in my car did not deploy! i was hit so hard through my driver window that it knocked me out both speeds combined together was 110mph with me going 55mph the air bags should have went off the whole driver side back to the trunk is damaged and not even the door airbag had went off. this is a huge safety concern for myself.

2011 hyundai sonata. consumer writes in regard to steering problem.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 65 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate and inadvertently decelerated to 10 mph. the vehicle went into limp mode. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle and retrieved fault code: p1326 (knock sensor detection system) and performed an engine bearing test, which the vehicle passed. the dealer updated the ksds and ecm software; however, the failure recurred. the vehicle was towed back to the dealer, where the knock sensor and bolt were replaced. the contact stated that the engine was previously replaced in 2019. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. the failure mileage was 118,392.

Engine seased up out of no where in the middle of an intersection no sounds nothing just stopped running

Eps and traction light came on when driving around 20mph making the wheel stiff and barely able to turn. looked up 2011 hyundai recalls and came across recall 143 regarding the steering column. took car to dealer and they said no recalls found for my vehicle. i told them about what i found online and that i’m experiencing the same issues so i’m not sure why my 2011 wasn’t affected. they basically said too bad too sad. they still have my car so i’m hoping that they figure out my car should be apart of the recall campaign.

My husband was accelerating onto a highway and the engine failed. he was able to pull to the shoulder and brake to a stop. he was not able to start the car. he had the car towed to our mechanic and the mechanic reported that the engine seized, the engine had oil in it, and we needed to bring the car to the dealer to have it looked at. there were no lights, sounds, or warnings that there was a problem with the engine. this is the second engine failure for this car. the first failure was a fire and the engine was replaced. the dealer stated that it would take 3 weeks before they could look at the car. we brought it in 3 weeks later, 12/19/22. no-one has looked at the car. we don't know what the problem is, because they still have not looked at it.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at an undetermined speed, there was an abnormal rattling and ticking noise detected. the air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that an engine replacement was needed. the dealer requested the maintenance records but denied repair coverage due to old oil in the vehicle. the manufacturer was not contacted. the approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

I was driving my 2011 hyundai sonota and it felt like a truck had slammed into the back of my vehicle but it didn’t, the car was knocking and finally stopped and wouldn’t accelerate when pushing the pedal. i had to have it towed and the shop didn’t know what to do and i had it sent to rick case hyundai and i explained the situation about the debris being washed out of the engine and they asked for $1700 just to look at the engine. i had a few recalls and they should have looked at the engine with no problems and no charges. they had my vehicle towed and it took me a few months to figure out what happened to my car? i have been denied everything by hyundai corporate and tammy offered to look at the engine after sending the information to bbb and she said she would do it free of charge because there is a recall on the end

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The car suddenly stopped idling while driving at around 40-45 mph and everything seemed normal until it would not drive but the car was on and then the steering was difficult to pull over to a safe area and the brakes were hard to brake and stop but when it came to a full stop the vehicle dash warning lights were flickering and shut off. when i tried to attempt and start the vehicle it would not start but everything turns on ike normal al the lights except the engine was not on. also it started smelling like some sort of electrical components were burning or something but i couldn't see any smoke or anything coming from the engine area but it seemed like electrical burn somewhere in the car. the vehicle is very unsafe to drive since there was no kind of warning lights or sounds and just stopped working while driving. the vehicle is well maintained and up to date with maintenance services. it became inoperable and had to be towed home since i ended up stuck in a unsafe spot in the middle of a busy street and waited hours for someone to tow it back to my house because it was already about 1 or 2 in the morning. the next day had hired a mechanic to come and do the diagnostics and repairs and still doesn't start or drive and i had to hire another mechanic to diagnose the problem again and was told that the motor is seized and i would need a new engine and other work done on it as well and so me and my family are stuck without a car which is our only car and no more money to fix the car and have no way to bring my child to school and also take my wife to work and etc etc since this problem and don't know what's wrong with it after spending so much money trying to have it fixed so possibly a lemon car.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the power steering failed, causing the steering wheel to become very difficult to turn in either direction. the cause of the failure was not yet determined. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not included in the nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering). the contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. the local dealer was not yet notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 115,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 60 mph, the vehicle started stalling without warning. the contact pulled over on the side of the road and the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. the contact attempted to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to restart. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the contact was referred to the dealer for assistance. the vehicle was towed to the dealer. the manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed by an authorized dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 62,000.

Engine stalled and shut off and wouldn’t start again

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with engine failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

I was driving my vehicle and a warning light indicating hybrid system charging failure warning. the vehicle had intermittent power problems and would not move appropriately in relation to the pushing the gas pedal. it would not go then would jerk forward. i was finally able to pull over to the side of the road safely. i turned my car off and when turned back on the error message failed. this happened on two other occasions. later there was a whining noise when shifting into second gear. i took in for service and the hyundai dealership told me the transmission needed to be replaced. my safety and others were at risk due to loss of ability to drive the vehicle appropriately due to loss of power.

I'm smelling has from under the car and it's got a ticking sound and burning oil it looks like

While driving on highway gas pedal failed and engine turned off. vehicle had to coast slowly. attempts to start car worked but could not go faster than 10 miles per hour.

The nhtsa has filed a consent order (rq17-004) for a engine replacement due to safety concerns while driving the vehicle on the road, vehicle may stall and cause / be involved in a accident. please make this recall public so the affected vehicles can be properly repaired as the consent order states i have reviewed the consent order and i will not continue to drive this vehicle, i will not risk being involved in a accident the hyundai dealership in alexandria virginia has refused to repair this recall under the consent order, my vehicle vin# is [xxx] my vehicle has been at this dealership location for over 3 weeks and i was told that they were not going to perform this recall and i noted that if i pick up my vehicle and drive it away and the engine fails, stalls or stops in the middle of the highway and i survive i will have to file a lawsuit in this matter and the dealership still told me to pick up my vehicle. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle started swerving in the lane to the right and the left. the contact heard an abnormal thumping noise from underneath the floorboard. the contact stated that the power steering and brakes functioned as needed. the contact stated no warning light was illuminated. the contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear cross member needed to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. the contact researched online and related the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 13v354000 (suspension). the failure mileage was approximately 162,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while starting the vehicle, the electronic power steering (eps) warning light was illuminated and the steering wheel became difficult maneuver. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the failure was related to nhtsa campaign number 161v190000 (steering). the dealer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 255,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 15 mph and making a left turn, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. the contact was able to coast into a parking lot. the engine, oil, air bag, traction control, and abs warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the engine had seized. the vehicle was towed to the local dealer who informed the contact that it would be four to five weeks before being serviced. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact stated that the engine was previously replaced in 2018. the manufacturer was notified and provided a case number. the failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Smell of fuel & starting issues. the car has been taken to the dealer multiple times regarding gas fumes and they could not find anything. and it is currently at a mechanic shop to for same reason. when you start the car it doesnt take long before the whole car smells like gas & the smell is so strong it is suffocating. the car is health & fire risk. also the car sometimes doesnt want to start for days but the starter, battery, alternator all work & even the mechanic doesnt know whats wrong with it. apperantly there is no recall & if you search online there are alot of people with same cars complaining about gas smell & starting issues..

I was accelerating from a county road onto a state road, and the engine quit. the dash board displayed a bunch of tiny colored symbols of which i hadn't seen before. i coasted and pulled into an elementary school parking lot and braked to a stop. i attempted to restart but got nothing. i smelled something and got out and opened the hood. the bottom end of the motor was on fire! i flagged down a lady and described my situation. she was the principal and went to get a matinance man with a extinguisher. soon, two guys with water bottles stopped and extinguisher the flames. the principal and matinance man arrived and the guys pushed my sonata into a parking spot. the principal (nice lady) gave me a ride home. i bought it used, no warranty, from a used car lot. i still owe a lot on it. up until that point, i liked the car as so did my friends. having full coverage insurance on it, i'm waiting to see what allstate is going to do. this happened this past friday , first week of april in the evening.

My engine was replaced under warranty due to the major theta engine recall, after 20k miles on the new engine its failing too, burning oil, smoking, making loud valve train noise on acceleration, and at time operates very sluggishly and strangely no engine codes ,almost like my engine code system was programmed to ignore these issues. my new replaced engine seems to be failing again and they don't care. i'm afraid this car will catastrophically fail or catch fire like i've been reading about.. because its past the 12k warranty they are declining to fix,12k warranty really ???!! here's my concern, i am hearing many many ,many stories from others and even the dealer people that hyundai is replacing the recall engines with bad faulty engines, some i've heard have received 3 engines. my dealer lied to me saying it was a pcv ,the pcv valve was replaced and my engine is still failing like the first engine. please help, hyundai is basically getting away with ignoring the recall settlement by replacing the engines with still known faulty engines !

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags). the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the recall repair was performed. recently, the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the warning light was cleared; however, the light returned soon after. the vehicle was then taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle had to be repaired out-of-pocket. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty and a case was filed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 262,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the headlights ceased to operate as designed. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the headlight bulbs were replaced three times within a month; however, the failure persisted. the dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

I have had replaced my taillight bulbs 8 times in the last year. they keep blowing out and getting so hot they melt the taillight assembly. i replaced the whole assembly a couple months ago and it is already melted so bad the light bulb will not fit properly or stay in place. this is a fire hazard and also a safety hazard as my taillights quit working at anytime.

The alternator and battery of this vehicle has been switched at least 3 times. purchased new and all, yet the car keeps getting drained and left powerless. something is draining the energy of the vehicle and the root to the problem is not known.

Brake light housing has melted and deformed so that the bulb is stuck in the tail light assembly and cannot be changed. without working brake lights the car is unsafe to be driven on the road. i’m assuming there is an electrical problem that caused the lights to overheat and melt the housing. this is a common complaint with this make and model based on my research. the socket also does not lock into the assembly due to the deformed housing. my daughter is the owner of the vehicle and made me aware of the issue today.

Warning light for airbag continues to stay on , and cruise control does not work at all.

My engine is knocking/tapping

Engine seized at 87337 miles today. fuel gauge wrong. left us stranded on the interstate for 3 hours. couldn't get it off highyway without pushing. no warning or lights before engine blew. all fluid levels correct. silver rock and carvana refuse repair.

My engine stop suddently and it wont start it seems like its stuck

Engine stalled while merging onto interstate. mechanic friend looked at motor and believed the motor seized even after motor recall was ok'ed, repaired.

As i was drivim back home from engine started a smoke green, smelling like burn wires electricity ect. the shut off , i ran out the car. in the middle of traffic. i contacted mechanic , has inform me that the engine has siezed .will no longer turn on. and maybe some ecm or electrical but dat the engine is locked.oil looks very clean radiator fluid clean aswell. what could have caused this no idea. im scare to try to start the car

1) fuel gauge readings are erratic, empty one minute then full the next then back to empty or in between regardless on actual fuel level. 2) safety at risk if fuel pump malfunctions and gas gauge readings erratic. 3) problem has been noted in numerous blogs, internet sites. 4) no open recalls yet this is a serious problem. 5) the only warning lights are fuel gauge flashes empty, but then goes away then comes back. 6) cause per blogs is defective fuel sending gauge on fuel pump. mileage at approximately 128k recurring issue, fuel pump failure possibly at high speeds could cause deaths if vehicle out of drivers control.

Took vehicle in for recall due to check engine light flashing on march 26,2023 .received a call from dealership that car was ready march 28,2023 upon driving home car overheats. call dealership to relay problem was advised to bring vehicle back. had vehicle towed back to dealership at my own expense. two weeks later i get a call stating that it was the radiator and that they would fix it and get it back to me . two weeks after not hearing from dealership i called do an update to my surprise now it the engine is bad. so i ask the service manager where do we go from here. he proceeds to tell me that it’s one of those things where the recall didn’t help but hurt my engine. then he proceeds to say i would have to give the dealership $2,000 dollars to fix the problem they caused. so here we are 4 months in and i still do not have a vehicle nor do i know who is responsible for fixing it.

Steering column rattles and shakes. steering wheel makes slight clicking sounds when turning. concerned that steering may fail. many steering problems reported on this make and year but i see no recalls for my vin.

Starting 6 months ago air bag light is on constantly. horn stopped working, speed control doesn't work. the whole steering wheel and buttons with horn doesn't work.

My car caught on fire while i was driving it. i was put at risk of burning, and being struck by other vehicles as i exited the burning car. warning lamps came on just as another motorist alerted me to flames coming out of my car. fire department and highway patrol responded. police report was filed. insurance has looked at the car and declared it a total loss. engine was replaced 7 months ago, under a recall for the theta ii 2.4 engine

Picked up my car after getting my recalls done on may 10, 2023. drove it for 2 days. as i was on my way home on the 2nd day, my car started giving me trouble. as i accelerate, the car will stall out and i will have to turn it off and back on just to get it out of the middle of the street. it won't go over 1000 rpms. the eps light, battery light, and engine light all lit up.

On june 17, 2023, while during this car suddenly it started losing speed, pressing accelerator did not help. i stopped the car and restarted, it drove for another 400 yards and stopped again. i checked with my obd2 and it gave a code of misfiring third cylinder. car had a recent replacement of engine under warranty by parks hyundai of gainesville as previous engine had started smoking in 2011. my recent calls to the dealership did not result in any return call from them. car is standing at my house for the past two weeks. i am really scared to drive this car. also fed up with the dealership which does not care even to return my calls.

My hyundai keeps jumping out of gear it's like the tray is sliding but it don't have one

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while his wife was driving 10-15 mph, the vehicle jolted, and the transmission slipped into 1st and 2nd gear. there was no warning light illuminated. the contact stated that his wife veered to the side of the road, shifted into neutral(n), and then shifted back into drive(d), and the vehicle responded as needed. the dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to tow the vehicle to their location because the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

I received a code through my ecm reading p1326 or a knock sensor code. they “diagnosed” my vehicle and gave it back to me after just replacing the knock sensor. after driving it for a week, the code came back and said it just needed an update. then, the same thing happened, so they rediagnosed the vehicle and turns out there’s a hole in my engine but didn’t mark it under the recall warranty because the hole in my piston wasn’t due to a rod bearing issue. my problem is the hyundai dealership giving me back a vehicle that is very unsafe to drive not once, but three separate times. for all i know, my engine could have seized any moment and the dealership wouldn’t have taken accountability for anything in regards to having to transport back and forth to their offices.

My 2011 hyundai sonata was stolen on june 13th in minneapolis in broad daylight on a busy street. when i got it back at the mpls police impound lot they said it was stolen (most likely by kids) because of the security defect the hyundais and kias are known to have: the lack of an interceptor that other cars have. that security defect has been well publicized and apparently widely featured on tiktok. the week before the theft i received the hyundai recall notice for a software solution to be installed to solve the security defect, but when i contacted area dealerships they either didn't have it yet or were booked out several months. i've seen it reported that hyundai (and kia) companies have known about the defect for years, so it's especially frustrating!

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. the contact pushed the vehicle to the shoulder of the roadway and attempted to jumpstart the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to start. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. the contact related the failure to service campaign number: 953 (engine) however, the vin was not included. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 143,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the power steering assist intermittently failed to operate as needed with the eps (electronic power steering) warning light illuminated. the vehicle was initially taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering). the contact was referred to the dealer and was informed that the vin was not included in the recall. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was unknown.

Eps sensor indicator light comes on intermittently causes vehicle to lose power steering capabilities. independant repair shop can clear the code to restore, but remains a problem. we took vehicle to hyndai dealership and was advised this vin number is not covered by recall 143. i believe this is a seroius safety issue. dealership now wants $3108 to replace column and housing assembly and torque angle sensor harness not covered. vehicle was purchased 5/30/18 from another dealership and was told all recalls were addressed.

Power steering suddenly stopped working . tried turning off engine and restarting with no success. no warning lights to indicate anything wrong. took vehicle to repair garage to investigate. still waiting for report.

On june 28th 2023, while driving on route80-west near parsippany, nj my 2011 hyundai sonata gls seized on the highway. i was forced to veer to the shoulder as the oil light flashed on, followed by multiple lights flashing on with immediate engine failure. i waited almost 3 hours for a tow to arrive late night, where many vehicles continued to speed past dangeriously close to my seized car. even with my hazard lights on, this is not a safe situation a driver should be in. having an engine stall is especially dangerous when traveling highway speeds. i assumed my engine stalled due to the widely known recall issue that hyundai theta-2 are susceptible to. after having my sonata towed to towne hyundai at denville, nj- they informed me that it was not a valid engine recall but that my oil completely drained, destroying my engine in the process. they said quote "the oil pan cap was not properly torqued, resulting in it falling off mid-drive. your last mechanic probably did not tighten it, and after months of vehicle vibrations, it fell off". after speaking to my regular mechanic and gathering opinions of many others, nobody has seen an oil drain plug fall off on its own. my last oil change had been almost 2 months prior to the incident, only 1,400 miles driven since then. i also had my same mechanic fix a check engine light issue 2 weeks before the incident, where they again saw no oil leakage or notifiable issues. i did not hit any potholes or damage the underside, my dash cam footage can confirm this. towne hyundai quoted me nearly $13,000 for a new rebuilt engine, and refused to front any cost. they denied it to be apart of their engine recall program. they returned back saying they can install a junkyard find engine and fix the car for around $6,400 that i have to pay out of pocket. after escalating my issue with hyundai corporate and building a case, they said they would speak to towne hyundai-denville to confirm the incident.

My engine is stalling out. it shuts off while driving. and the engine oil lamp light keeps flicking on and off. definitely something wrong with the engine.

- code p0304 engine- metallic debris have been detected upon inspection and it was declared that the debris have not been completely removed near the engine crankshaft this caused oil flow to be restricted through the connecting rod bearings, causing connecting rod damage, also there is a worn out connecting rod bearing causing this vehicle to have a loud knocking noise possible engine failure. due to this malfunction it caused the following code - code p0304- vibrations indicating excessive connecting rod bearing wear.

Knocking from steering column indicating internal damage to electronic steering components of the steering column. recommend replacing steering column. reviewed by independent mechanic.

My brake lights constantly go out new bulbs don't work either...it sems to be a malfunction in the wiring for the lights. the seatbelt on driver side will not latch no matter what. all electrical has issues, dash will go in and out as well as radio and heating/ac lights.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. the contact was able to veer to the side of the road. the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the engine had seized and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 175,000.

My right brake light has melted my housing due to the bulb getting too hot and my cruise control suddenly stopped working one day the light comes on but when i go to hit the set button it doesn't set or activate

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that after the manufacturer performed service campaign 993 (inspect & anti-theft software upgrade) the vehicle failed to shutoff as needed. additionally, the alarm was activated while starting the vehicle. the contact disconnected the battery to shutoff the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where pliers were used to remove the key fob and a second key was used to restart the vehicle; however, the failure recurred. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

The brake lights stay on all the time, thus preventing vehicles behind mine from knowing if i'm actually stopping. hence, they may stop without reason, and endanger drivers behind them. the manufacturer has likely known of this being an issue in sonatas from, at least, 2007 through 2013 models. the manufacturer is putting the task of solving the problem (if that's even possible), upon a dealer. and, my trip to that (nearest) dealership (75 miles away) creates its own danger. the danger is added to by a pre-existing unsolved issue of the horn not functioning. as per the brake light issue, i've been to the dealership about it twice, and they weren't even aware that the brake light switch they think attaches to my car doesn't. so, i wonder if the manufacturer tried to address the issue in the middle of the 2011 model year, installed a different model switch and wiring on more newly built cars in that model year, and decided to ignore the owners of vehicles sold earlier in that model year. as for an additional related issue, unless i disconnect my battery when not in the car. the lights stay on and run down the battery. that can contribute to its own safety issue.

2011 sonata se 2.0t door lock’s acting up won’t open or lock fuel smell in the car really strong and not measuring the gas keeps going up and down and at times i don’t even know if i have gas or not and when filling gas at the gas tank entrance where you fill up at won’t let me fill up gas keeps getting spit out when i’m filling and i have to keep clicking the gas gun and not put pressure have to fill it very slow

The contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that he sold the vehicle to a lady yesterday, and while the lady was driving with her daughter at an undisclosed speed at around 9:00 p.m., the vehicle stalled and the engine caught fire. no warning lights were illuminated. the fire department extinguished the fire. the vehicle was not towed. there were no injuries. no police report was filed. the vehicle was not deemed totaled by the insurance company. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Engine failed while on interstate at 65 miles per hour. was almost rearended before i could coast it to the side of the road. tried restarting it and engine began to smoke. had it towed to a mechanic and then home. mechanic stated that engine had seized. received no warning lights before failure.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light was flashing off and on with a knocking sound coming from the engine. the vehicle was towed to the local dealer who installed a knock sensor to the engine, but the failure persisted. the cause of the failure was not yet determined. the manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. the failure mileage was 98,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle had been consuming an abnormal amount of engine oil. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the failure was not duplicated and only noted as consuming unusual amounts of engine oil. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Coupler in steering. making loud clicking sounds and i was scared to drive car. i've contacted recalls i have a case number but get different answers. i just had it repaired a few days ago. paid over $313. the service dept said they think it is the coupler because they had several complaints that week and sure enough they said it was the same thing . i believe it was a safety problem. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

In july of 2022 the buttons on the steering wheel like cruise control trip/reset button as well as radio controls eventually all quit working did not become fully aware of this until i was on the interstate and was driving with the cruise control set and when i needed to turn off cruise control it wouldn't turn off by the steering wheel thankfully i know can hit the brakes and the car will shut it off however after this all happened the air bag light came on and stayed illuminated i called my dealer and they insisted that there was no recall on the clock spring in the steering wheel of my car and wanted me to pay out of pocket for an issue that they claim was non existint as well them also telling me all the recalls were taken care of when i purchased the vehicle in novemember of 2020 and im only the second owner had the car for 3 months and hyundai stated that my vehicle had the knock sensor update and then a week later the motor went

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 mph, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. the vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that cylinder #4 had failed causing the engine to seize. the engine was replaced with a used engine. the engine was replaced at approximately 109,000 miles. the contact stated that while driving for approximately 45 minutes, the contact noticed that the vehicle would not exceed 60 mph. the check engine warning light started flashing. the contact continued to drive the vehicle to a rest stop. after being parked for a while and then restarting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated. the vehicle then failed to exceed 45 mph. the vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. the contact was informed that the engine had seized due to a lack of engine oil. the contact stated that the engine oil had been changed approximately 2 weeks prior to the failure. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 89,000.

We bought this 2011 hyundai sonata from a local dealer in august 2021. the engine failed in march of 2022 (smoking and then died while my daughter was driving the car). we paid a local mechanic to replace the engine with another used engine, not knowing the engine issues associated with hyundai sonata models, specifically the 2011 year. the replaced engine died in july 2023, about 5 months later. the warranty we had on the replaced engine was denied to due to a heat tab melting. the first engine (to us, we do not know if was replaced during the 2016 recall) and now the replaced gdi engine have both died. the engine should not be on the market and we contacted the local hyundai dealer to see if they could help us out. they denied service because we replaced the engine ourselves with another mechanic. this is a critical safety issue and hyundai should be held responsible to get these engines off the market and reimburse customers for all expenses related to the repair or replacement of the engines regardless of where it was fixed. now there is a new recall related to these engines https://apnews.com/article/hyundai-kia-engine-fire-recall-park-outside-93d012a52e7b884889cdaf2e6c22a458, where customers are being told to not park in structures due to fire hazard/risk. and i read recently that hyundai has been slow to recall cars and fined by nhtsa for this very reason. our model is not currently in an open recall, but it doesn't make sense that both engines failed...both gdi engines. this should be addressed by hyundai and we should be reimbursed for the expenses paid by us to fix their poor engine design and the safety issues associated with this make/model/year.

My car had engine seized while driving on the road with no warning light prior nor other mechanical issues. when the engine seized, all mechanical powers are have lost power including brakes and power steering in which have almost caused a near accident at an early morning rushed hours. the vehicle's odometer reading at 120,836 and was up to date on all normal tune up performances. other issues that have arise after purchasing the car are: warning light came on for airbag, real loud clunking sound on roof when hitting a bump on the road and engine will not start because of fuel line system issues. cruise control had also stopped working after a year of purchased.

The contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, both her and her passenger smelled a burning odor inside the vehicle's cabin. the contact then noticed that flames were coming from the front end of the vehicle. the contact immediately pulled over and both her and her passenger exited the vehicle. as the contact waited for a fire truck, the vehicle burned to the ground. no injuries were reported and a police report was filed. the vehicle's remains were towed to an independent tow yard. the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. upon investigation, the contact discovered that her vehicle was apart of nhtsa campaign number: 18v934000(engine, fuel system, gasoline). the vehicle was destroyed. the failure mileage was unknown.

I started to get engine knocking noises about 6 months after the purchase of the used car. this knocking noise began to increase in frequency as i pressed my foot on the accelerator and the car would not accelerate when i pressed my foot on the gas pedal. then the car would shut down in the middle of traffic. after waiting about 30 -45 mins, i would try to start the car again and would start and initially run as long as i drove less than 20 miles/hour the knocking noise level would decrease but if i went above 15 - 20 mph the car would shut down. the check engine light and engine oil light would come on. so i would check the engine oil level oil using the dip stick and it showed oil levels were ok. on october 10 2023 while driving to walmart the engine turned off and would not start after waiting over 1 hour and i was stuck in the mall entrance road. a concerned driver with his passengers pushed the car to a walmart parking spot where it is currently at. in addition, the traction light kept coming on and i paid the hyundai dealership $2,800 to repair to keep the car from drifting to the left and to get the light off.

The contact's daughter owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while his daughter was driving 40 mph, the engine seized. the contact's daughter was able to pull to the side of the road. the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there were metal shavings in the engine. the dealer informed the contact that the engine was replaced with a rebuilt engine. the contact stated while his daughter was driving 50 mph, the vehicle shuddered, and the engine seized a second time at 96,000 miles. the contact's daughter was able to pull to the side of the road. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the contact that there was no oil in the vehicle. the dealer performed an oil change on the vehicle, and the vehicle restarted. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the failure recurred a week later and there was no oil in the engine. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that there were metal shavings in the oil. additionally, the mechanic informed the contact that the engine was not replaced but was rebuilt by the dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened; however, no further assistance was provided. the failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

When i have my headlights turned on, and am driving my headlights flicker on and off. it mostly happens when i use the turn signal, but not always. sometimes it happens when i hit bumps. the headlights and the dash lights all go out when this happens, it usually lasts from 1 to 20 seconds at a time. i have taken it to my local garage(straight and clear) and they tested all electrical components and replaced the alternator and i still have the issue. they looked it up and determined that this is a known issue with the hyundai sonata, and one of the modules needs replaced in the steering column. this is a major safety issue because my headlights go out when driving and could cause and accident, and depending on the exact issue of the module it could cause a fire. there are no warning lights, just the lights go on and off. i will be getting the car repaired around november 9th 2023, because i need my car to be safe, and can submit my invoice at that time if this becomes a recall.

10/31/23 car lost power on freeway. dash lit up and stalled, i took picture brought to dealership. could not find any issues or codes. 11/12/23 driving on pacific coast highway car started making knocking/ticking noise. pull off to a side street and car hesitated and check engine light came on. had it towed to dealership. still waiting on assessment. was told will take 2-3 days due to backlog. clearly a known engine issue dating back to recall campaign 132 engine/inspection/replace. (i brought into dealership on 2/9/16 to perform checks on the 132 campaign - shows completed).

My hyundai sonata started messing up 3 months ago. my check engine light came on i took it to autozone to get it checked and it was my knock sensor wire harness i dont have a warranty on my car and i dont know what else to do

I was driving in the middle lane of the nj parkway going 50mph and the car stalled. i was able to coast to the shoulder and have the car towed to my mechanic. today i was information the engine is dead and i should contact the dealer. this a replacement engine as the first engine died while driving when the car had 70,000 miles. hyundai replaced the engine but at 90,000 miles the replacement engine died. i'm wondering if you have reports of this happening. unfortunately the class action suit will not cover my 2011 hyundai sonata with 160,000 as it is over the years and mileage of the warranty. the warranty did not start at the time and mileage of the replacement engine but at the time of orginal purchase.

My car is at the hyundai dealership now for almost 3 months to get 14 recalls done and also there was a lawsuit a few years ago that the engine was getting still an oil into the engine. my car was affected by that i just bought the car in 2021 i did not know about it. i’m needing them to swap out the engine as well and it’s been almost 3 months and it’s all recalls that are supposed to be done with my car 14 of them including the engine and the engine is part of the settlement that was done a few years ago number was ran and it was a part of it, and it had me select the dealership i and that’s where i chose for it to go and it was supposed to be switched out for free

Came completely apart and came out by the chest area

The contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 30 mph the battery warning light illuminated. the contact stated that white smoke was issuing from under the hood. the contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, however, the pedal depressed to the floorboard, and the vehicle did not slow. the contact stated that he was able to stop after the engine had stalled. the contact exited the vehicle and observed that flames were issuing from under the front end. the contact stated that the fire department was called and when they arrived the fire had spread to the passenger compartment. the contact stated that the fire department extinguished the fire with water. the vehicle was towed to an impound lot and the contact stated it was later declared a total loss by his insurance provider. the manufacturer was not informed of the failure. the contact had researched online and related the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 23v651000 (service brakes, hydraulic). the failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

The abs system has had a recall due to the potential for an engine fire. the initial recall was set on 9/22/23. up until today (12/6/23) no action has been taken by the manufacturer but we are left without a car.

Very high oil consumption. tested with dealer and came out at 1qt/1 mile. knok sensor detection system was installed while in warranty but they won't replace the engine.

Code p1326; vehicle equipped with yellow diptick

I have a problem that hyundai is known for hyundai oil consumption. i bought my car into a nearby shop for service because my car shut down while driving on the highway. the shop advised me the engine was full of oil.

My 2011 hyundai sonata engine failed in april 2023. was towed and the engine was replaced due to the recall. got car back november 4th 2023. fuel gauge never went out and after driving about 3 miles the engine light came on. dec 13th was driving on highway and felt like the car was going to fall apart. able to get off highway only for the car to die. every light including some i have never seen came on. was stuck on the side of the road with my esa dog in 28°. temp. for over an hour with no power and hazards starting to dim. i'm disabled and had no help. local pd towed vehicle and drove me home. car sat at tow yard collecting fees as i was waiting for the dealership to call me back. finally got help with paying the tow yard company only to be stuck once again for over an hour in the cold and then denied a tow to the dealership since they decided to cancel my appointment by text while i was on with hyundai roadside assistance. they denied any help. luckily the tow yard felt bad and made a call for me and a friend came and paid the 160.00 tow truck to get the car back to my house. they have now not returned my calls and the case manager has not responded as well. this is unacceptable. i don't have any money and i have no idea how they can get away with treating a disabled person in the winter days before christmas by letting me be stranded twice on the side of the road with an engine that has less than 10 miles on it.

This is a 'stop lamp switch' issue. the car will randomly turn on the abs light causing the abs system to engage and not allow you to use the accelerator pedal. this is very dangerous as if you are about to merge on or off a highway the car does not allow you to correctly control your speed. this issue happens more prevalently at night time when the full beam headlights (auto or manually turn on when dark out), which is very concerning. this issue has been going on for a year now and no mechanics at hyundai can fix or diagnose. it happened again to me this morning and came very close to causing an accident as i could not engage the accelerator pedal on a turn. please, in the interest of safety and saving lives fix this dangerous defective part issue.

The dash cracked in many places.

I [xxx] purchased the vehicle from a dealership mr. t’s world test drive the car was fine left the dealership had to go back he change the brake lights made it back left to go to the store the next day had to pull over they had smoke coming from under the hood open the hood up the wires was on fire information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

On 1/3/2024 the car was at a low speed - once when parking and once stopping at an intersection - when it suddenly accelerated without the accelerator being touched. the only way that the car stopped was that i was able to shift it into neutral. according to online forums, this has been a known issue with several kia and hyundai models.

My car won’t start idk what’s cost that’s

Dashboard cracked. completely cracked into small pieces throughout the dashboard.

We bought this used car for my daughter, then i found out there was issues with the engine. we had it for 6 months and the engine seized as she was driving it on the highway . she got to pull off to the side of highway . we had it towed to our mechanic, hoping it was the battery or something simple . he told us it was a blown engine and there was plenty of oil and antifreeze in it . he then told us the he looked at it and could not believe it was blown , with the oil still in it . we had to buy a new rebuilt engine and pay for the mechanics time . there has been issues with this engine’s. how do we get the engine payed for , with the problem they have . this wasn’t a neglect part on us . i would like to get reimburse for the new engine ( rebuilt ) not our neglect, but the way they built the engine / oil pan

Engine uses oil excessively, stopped suddenly on highway, hyundai america refused to authorize oil consumption test car is now in limp mode

I was gifted the car for graduation and immediately my brakes weren’t working right my interior electrical stopped working and my window switches stopped working as well as my lights for my car all went out including the brake lights changing the bulbs didn’t help and my check engine light stays on at all times.

Abs unit still in need of remedy engine emitting smoke and harsh smell no incident has occurred yet but there may be damage occurring to my vehicle

My car airbag light came on. i called the dealership about the remedy that was already recalled under campaign number 18v137000 because my last visit i got told by the dealership that my acu was bad for the car and that it was going to cost me upwards of $2000 to replace and the dead was no recall on my vehicle and then called corporate and they had told me that this had been taken care of back in 2016 when i did not on the vehicle this time in the second owner and that basically they would not cover to fix this issue and that any warranty that was extended ran out when i only had purchased the vehicle in november 2020 so now they are unwilling to fix the issue because they had stated that it was already previously fixed with the previous owner and then i could either basically pay to get it fixed or they weren’t gonna do anything about it i feel my safety at risk because in the event of crash airbags will not deploy and basically that they would not fix the problem even though it is under a national recall, and my car was manufactured within the manufacturing dates of the recall i do not feel safe driving this vehicle, and i also do not feel that i have to pay for that has been nationally recalled

Oil consumption excessive. i've been doing my monthly and annual maintenance engine ticks. i've added oil every 2 weeks every 200 miles.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving approximately 45 mph, the instrument cluster started showing numerous warning lights. the contact stated that the vehicle was losing motive power. the contact depressed the accelerator pedal; however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled and lost power steering and braking functionality. the contact was able to coast to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. the contact started smelling a burning odor in the cabin of the vehicle and saw smoke coming from under the hood. the contact exited the vehicle and opened the hood, and a large cloud of smoke was released. there were no flames, but the contact smelled the odor of melted plastic and rubber. the fire department was called but the vehicle did not catch on fire. the contact had the vehicle towed to the residence. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact stated that prior to the failure, the vehicle had been consuming an abnormal amount of engine oil. the contact stated he was adding one quart of engine oil per week. the manufacturer was not informed of the failure. the contact researched online and related the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) however, the vin was not included. the failure mileage was approximately 189,000.

Engine leaks/burns oil too frequently. every other week i’m continuously having to put oil to refill levels. also electrical system for turn signals is always going in and out. sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. safety hazard because other vehicles can’t tell that i’m turning.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle shuddered and then lost motive power. the contact shifted the transmission into neutral(n) while stopping or reversing to prevent the vehicle from shutting off. the check engine, air bag, and fuel level warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the engine was faulty and related the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle had previously been repaired in 2015 under nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine); however, the failure recurred. the contact stated that he did not own the vehicle at the time of the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

November 2021 i was coming home from work when the engine started making a horrible noise. i limped the vehicle home and contacted hyundai and was told to bring the vehicle in to the dealership. it was stated that hyundai had closed the campaign on the knock sensor the week before bringing it in, but they would try. about a month later the dealership called and said that i needed to come get the car due to they were selling the dealership lot. i towed it there and towed it home and have continued to peruse actions to correct the lifetime warranty that is offered due to shavings left in the engine when manufactured. found another recall that said my vehicle is affected by this recall and to scheduled a service appointment. when delivering the car back off yesterday at the new dealership that took over, i was informed that the recall would probably fail due to another recall that had never been preformed, which is a recall that i had never been presented with by mail or communication of any sort. this was in the middle of the global pandemic when the world was shut down, and i have never been presented with any recalls from hyundai. they may have sent notification through the us postal service, but never came in to my possession, knowledge or mailbox. the contact stated hyundai refused to proceed with the recall on the vehicle due to the fact that contact had done his own oil changes. the contact is requesting assistance to get hyundai to honor their obligation.

Gas gauge worked, only, intermittently. would indicate empy after a fillup. at about 3/4 of a tank, would start showing accurate reading. now seems not to work at all. this has been going on for 2 years. now, it is stuck on 1/2 full no matter how much or little fuel is in the tank. my safety concern is running out of fuel on the highway and being rear ended by another vehicle. online, i have found. many others complaining about this issue.

Vehicle stalled while driving

I changed my oil on saturday and it now has no oil. the engine light started flashing and my engine seized up. now it does not run at all. it turns on halfway where the dashboard turns on but the motor/engine does not turn. it appears to be white smoke coming out of the car after trying to turn it back on.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start, and the low fuel light was illuminated. the contact stated that the alternator was replaced prior to the failure. the vehicle was refueled by a tow truck driver. the contact stated that after several days, the vehicle drove as needed; however, the failure reoccurred at a drive-thru. the vehicle was towed to a nearby hotel. the low fuel warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was purchased. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred a week later. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 mph, there was fuel leaking out of the fuel pump gasket. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the fuel pump was replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact was informed of nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that the knock sensor detection system (ksds) software update and the recall repair had already been performed on the vehicle. the contact stated that a failure related to the recall recurred while driving. the contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle stalled. no warning light was illuminated. the contact was able to get the vehicle to the shoulder of the highway. the vehicle was towed to the residence, where the contact was able to drive the vehicle again; however, the failure recurred several times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a fuel pump failure, and an oil leak. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Hyundai theta ii engine has known defects with excessive engine oil consumption. numerous consumers have complained of this issue as it appears widespread to the entire line of theta ii engines. a recent class action has limited the scope of the recall but an easy search can see it impacts (or has the potential to impact) nearly all theta ii (six gen) engines from hyundai. the issue is that the scope of the recall needs to be widened to cover others who are impacted who currently have no recourse. many are facing the same situation, which can easily be found with a brief search online. [xxx] at this time the issue is the car stalling at unknown times, fire from oil being displaced in other areas and various other issues due to improper and unusual oil consumption. the best situation would be to force hyundai to review and expand the scope of their recall immediately. i found that i had excessive oil consumption which was causing my car to grind and shift heavily sometimes jerking on the highway. while i didn't crash, that possibility did exist when my car continually grinded heavy between shifting. i took my car to the dealer where they confirmed this issue. however, hyundai declined to remediate. there are no warning lights and this could easily result in a crash, or fire. hyundai has records of my maintenance, as my car is only serviced by the dealership where the car was purchased and i am the original owner. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Prior to my trip i checked all fluids, and all was good levels. car was traveling on improved interstate at posted highway speed. as i was passing another vehicle my vehicle lost power and i was forced to cross lanes in traffic to get to shoulder. there were no prior warnings or lights before my vehicle lost power. i opened my hood and saw the radiator coolant boiling over in reservoir and the top hose was collapsed. had the vehicle towed home. i checked and replaced the thermostat however found that the engine would not turn over and the starter failed.

Engine seized at 82000 miles stranding me in the passing lane of interstate 10. was nearly hit by a truck.

Not sure what component is responsible but the car caught fire while driving on [xxx]. started smoking and then shut off. limped car to the shoulder and got out. saw from underneath that it was on fire and called 911. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

The engine locked up on the highway my daughter got over to the breakdown lane . we had it towed to a garage and was told the engine locked up — we called hyundai and got the run around. so we moved on and paid for an engine and got it installed . then i have been reaching out to see if we could get some type of reimbursement for motor and labor ( something — 91,000 miles when it locked up engine no good) but know i finally got through to a few different people and now they are telling me , because we didn’t go to a hyundai dealer they won’t do anything. we bought a engine that was from hyundai [xxx] and my first claim # from you is 11566045 this is horrible just look for some help on this thanks information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the steering wheel was making an abnormal rattling sound. while making a turn, the steering wheel seized. the contact stated that the horn became inoperable and the buttons on the steering wheel became inoperable. there were no warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was approximately 17,742.

My vehicle has the flashing engine light on. the code that comes up is the p1326, causing it to go into “limp mode” making it unsafe to drive. my local hyundai dealership in vandalia, ohio and they only reset the code, giving me the impression they actually fixed the issue. five days later, it is doing the same thing. i have asked multiple times for a loaner vehicle while they work on mine, i have been told that is not possible due to the fact they have not found out if my vehicle has a warranted covered issue. i had the engine replaced before in 2019, now i’m having more issues. more assistance should be provided

My dash board is cracking and the hyundai dealership don’t seem to think it’s a safety recall. and i found this information, saying this sonatas due to defective materials used for the dashboard that may cause it to crack and form sharp edges, potentially causing injury during an accident. the recall affects over 220,000 vehicles and requires dealers to replace the dashboard in affected models for free. i would like you to look into and see if it’s was a recall please,

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while her daughter was driving at approximately 80 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but was stiff and difficult to depress. the contact stated that her daughter accelerated to steer the vehicle away from slower traffic. the contact stated that her daughter depressed the accelerator pedal however, the vehicle failed to respond and started losing motive power. the contact stated that her daughter was able to steer the vehicle to the side of the road and stop the vehicle. the contact stated that the check engine check brake and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not informed of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

I started my car and my steering wheel airbag deployed within a few seconds and injured me. reason for deployment unknown

Driving from home to a shopping center, approximately 25 miles, i did not observe any unusual noises nor smoke nor dashboard warning lights. once i parked and shut off the engine in the shopping center parking lot, i observed a small amount of thick, white smoke coming from the hood on the front passenger side of my car, and then the smoke abruptly stopped. i was concerned enough that i decided i should probably move my car to a parking space a bit further away from the store i planned to go into in order to be further away from other vehicles. i started the engine again, and once again, no smoke nor unusual noises nor warning lights. i drove around to the next parking aisle and parked in a different parking space. once i turned off the engine again, the smoke then immediately started from the right side of the hood again and quickly smoke started coming from the left side of the hood. i was quickly trying to grab my things to get out of the car as i saw the paint starting to peel off of the hood of my car. i was barely able to get out of my car as fire flames and very thick white smoke were then emerging from the hood. a person in the parking lot called 911 for me, and the local fire department arrived and put the fire out that destroyed my car. i am in the process of securing the fire marshall's lengthy report. at the present time, my vehicle is at our home where we paid to have it towed.

My vehicle dash board has started cracking in several locations. causing a risk to my safety, having the potential of breaking up in the event of a crash casing the dash board to break up and shatter that would cause injury to my passenger and myself. i have seen on the internet where hyundai has a recall on this, but i was not contracted about this and wound like this matter review please thanks

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and while attempting to turn, the vehicle hesitated. the vehicle was restarted but made the abnormal sound and stalled. the contact smelled smoke upon veering to the shoulder of the roadway. the contact exited the vehicle and discovered a liquid substance coming from the under carriage. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the engine was cracked, and the contact was informed to take the vehicle to the dealer for service. the dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 174,000.

P205 65 r16 blizzak tires were purchased in december 2023, online and i had them installed same week. i spoke to the employee who stated as long as i rotated the tires at 5,000 miles, i can drive them all year. i went to discount tires on saturday to have my tires checked since i was sliding in the rain. the employee told me my front tires were at a 1 and 2, while the back tires are at 9 and 10. she told me to talk to the front desk about the tires. i went in and asked about the warranty i had purchased. the employee told me it does not apply and that i would need to replace the tires. i explained to him that the car doesn't even have 5,000 miles on it since the purchase of the tires and how did the front wear so quickly? i only started using the car more in march. he also told me it could be the alignment. i had that fixed 2 years ago and the car doesnt pull left or right. he stated that the tires will bald if being driven in over 40 degree temps. i have in the past used winter tires all year and never experienced this. these tires never made it to 5,000 miles. they should not be worn so badly in the front, that this had now cause my back breaks to grind. not only do i have to buy 4 new tires, since i can't keep the back on there, but i have to eventually get new back brakes, that aren't even 2 years old. these tires should not be on anyone's cars if they wear this quickly.

The car has throw a rod in the engine. the safety of my dog and i was okay. and the safety of other drivers were good also. yes it was inspected and there were no lights on when the car went down.

The gear shift on its own jumps from automatic to manual mode

My car when turned off locks but when turned back on will stay locked. normally you can turn the car on and off a couple times and it will unlock itself but for the past couple months it is now impossible and is so unsafe to drive. i saw in 2009/2010 there was a recall for this with hyundai and i’m pretty sure my car is now affected with the same thing but 2011 hyundai sonata.

On [xxx], i smelled a chemical burning smell. we searched the house for about 5 minutes and finally went to the garage. as my husband opened the garage door he said the car is on fire. i looked and smoke was pouring out of the inside. he ran, opened the door and flames came bursting out. he immediately took off to get the fire extinquisher from the kitchen and i called 911. the fire department came and put the flames out. upon inspection, the dashboard had a fire and the extreme heat had melted the entire dash. the fire chief and my husband were trying to figure out what had happened. the car was not running at the time. a little earlier, my husband had an air compressor plugged into the cigarette lighter. when he finished filling a tire, he unplugged the compressor, put the compressor in the car on the floor and turned the car off. then later, as i described there was a fire. my husband and the fire chief inspected the engine which had no damage. the were specifically looking for the fuses. all fuses were in tact. in researching i discovered the the hyundai sonata had issues and new about the problems. we purchased the car in march and were not aware of any recalls, nor were the previous owners. i have spent the last 6 weeks in communication with hyundai who led me on a wild goose chase and has refused to take responsibility for the fire. the are trying to blame in on the compressor which was not even plugged in. i was made aware of several class action law suits, but have not been able to find any information. i have kept all communication with hyundai and have requested the recorded phone conversations also. the car is still in my driveway. obviously all the electrical is destroyed and not fixable. i was trying to avoid lawyers and just get hyundai to own up to the problem and take responsibility to pay what i paid for the car. i can get copies of all email communication. i attached the final email received yesterday. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

On july 19 i started my car and there was a loud knocking noise coming from underneath my hood when i lifted the hood the knocking sound was coming from my engine i’ve had this car for 3 years never had any problems or issues at all with my car not sure what’s going on or if there are any recalls on parts for my car

Dashboard cracked passenger seat around airbag word. before weather got very hot outside was sitting in parking lot engine off, heard a loud noise and was not able to locate anything wrong. thought it was the windshield that has a small crack in it. noticed nothing. several days later saw large lines through windshield around airbag. looked inside car to see better. several weeks later saw smaller crack on driver side dash nearest to door area. did have oil changed on car on 4-19-24. this happened weeks later (the cracks). did notify repair shop (auto dealer priority) of issue. next appt was 5-18-24 for new tires to be put on car.

Oil keeps drying out and keep smelling antifreeze

Car spontaneously caught fire while turned on. first smoke started coming from under the hood. within three - five minutes, the car erupted in flames followed by a minor explosion that burned more than half of the car causing a total loss.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 20 mph, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. the contact stated while attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel seized, and the electrical system became inoperable. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 20v746000 (engine) nor 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 100,000.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. the contact stated while driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. there was no warning light illuminated. the contact was able to pull onto the median. the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. the vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. the dealer informed the contact that the repair was not covered under warranty because the oil change service records were not available. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. the failure mileage was approximately 83,000.

Car is overheating. took it to a mechanic they replaced the thermostat but car is still overheating, jerking and so much more. the mechanic wants to charge more to fix it. i got a second opinion from another mechanic and after he reviewed the paperwork from the first mechanic. he searched my vin number and told me to contact this number because my vehicle is on a recall list. so i need someone to contact me about where and how we can get my vehicle fixed.

Leaking

The contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while her husband was driving at 60 mph, the instrument panel started flickering, the engine started to rev, and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle veered to the side of the road and was parked. the contact then noticed that there was smoke coming from the vehicle and proceeded to open the hood of the vehicle. soon after, flames were discovered coming from under the vehicle. the contact and her husband removed all personal items and watched from a safe distance. the fire department arrived at the scene however the vehicle was entirely consumed by the fire. the ambulance also arrived at the scene however no medical attention was provided since there were no physical injuries. the contact and her husband sustained emotional distress due to the incident. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated. the contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power. the vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. the vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) because the maintenance records were not provided and the dealer deemed that the vehicle was poorly maintained. the approximate failure mileage was 280,000.

Engine consumes oil profusely. 175000miles. complaint #: [xxx], 8/23/24. car is not drivable parked. common complaint. should have been recalled. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

The car engine seized while driving on the highway.

My car will randomly shut off while i’m driving. my seatbelt comes undone my door has opened while i was driving down the highway.

The interior and exterior driver side door and driver side rear door handles are no longer functional on this vehicle. this is a well known problem with these vehicles that poses a grave safety hazard. in the event of a fire or accident, it would be impossible to exit or gain access to my vehicle without breaking the side glass. i have spoken to my hyundai dealer and they agreed that it is a known, dangerous problem, however no tsb or recall has been issued. my only recourse is to pay to have this defect repaired. this is the first vehicle i have ever owned that has had this type of issue.

After taking my mom to the airport the vehicle engine blew up what absolutely no warning at all leave me on the side of the road the key keep getting stuck inside the car

When my car is turned on there is a very noticeable shake coming from the engine area. it's not that bad once the car is driving. however, i was driving 40 miles an hour when my check engine light came on, then i was unable to accelerate and my car stalled (it's an automatic car).once my car started up again, the check engine light was flashing, and i could only drive at like 15-20 miles per hour for my speed. made it to o'reilly and had them run the check engine light codes for me and it popped up with the p1326 code regarding the knock signal range/performance. i recently got a check engine light code for a p0449 evap vent control valve (it wouldnt allow me to pump gas into the car). i'm unsure if the issues are related but wanted to provide all the details.

I tried pumping gas and the car would not let me pump the gas into the car. i had to hold the the gas pump hose and pull the trigger myself to pump the gas, which would still make the clicking stop noise that stops the pumping of the gas. then when i started driving, the check engine light came on. went o'reilly to test the check engine light code and it popped up with a p0449 code for the evaporative emissions (evap) vent control valve.

After my car gets going and warms up, the engine has a problem. when it is time for the engine to shift to a higher gear, it makes a revving sound like the clutch has been pushed in and the gas pedal is being pushed. this mostly happens around 25 and 45mph. when you hit the as to make it stop it jerks and sometimes skids. if you take you foot off the gas it stops, but also slows down. when you hit the gas again it jerks again. if you try to speed up to get it to stop, it jerks again and this time pretty badly.

While driving sometimes car comes to a slow paste like it wants to stall i have to take my foot off gas paddle and put my foot back on again for car to accelerate and speed up again i am also noticing this when i turn my headlights on while car is driving. recently had car engine light come on and car had to be towed to a mechanic. car was fix where light was gone but i am still having the problem with the car wanting to stall while driving.took it to dealer who said they saw nothing wrong because no check light was on but the problem for me still is there as of this morning 1/12/2024

Airbag light is on after a clock spring issue. dealer is stating new airbag is needed for vehicle that has never had an accident. airbag light was not on prior to clock spring malfunction. clockspring was repaired, but airbag light remains on.

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Dashboard has large cracks all over it including where the passenger air bag is located. i am concerned about the pieces of plastic flying if the air bag deploys. also concerned that the cracks could release the air bag at any time, even during normal driving. dealer only suggested getting a dashboard cover, but that would negate the purpose of the air bag. my research showed that there are many other cases of the happening with hyundai sonata's 2011-2014.

Unknown, makes a disturbing sound upon starting the vehicle like something inside the engine rattling, access oil consumption and burning smell , replaced valve cover gasket, still smelling oil burning

On [xxx] my 2011 hyundai sonata seized and all lights illuminated on the dash while accelerating on to a busy street. i was able to pull to the side of the road but unable to restart the vehicle. i had it towed to wesley chapel hyundai (27000 wesley chapel blvd., wesley chapel, fl 33544) who notified me that there was an oil pan leak which was the possible cause of the engine failing. they corrected that issue and completed an oil change on 3/14/2025. i picked up the vehicle and there were no issues on the drive home which was approximately 11 miles. then on [xxx] after driving approximately 24 miles to my place of employment, the engine started knocking but i was able to arrive and park with no issues. i immediately turned the vehicle off and contacted the closest dealership to have it towed there which was courtesy hyundai (3810 w hillsborough ave, tampa, fl 33614). i informed them that the vehicle was on it's way there and to notify me when it arrived. it wasn't until i called several hours later that they advised me the vehicle was received and that they would be submitting a claim to hyundai motors of america for the engine. i had to continuously call to get updates as no one would contact me. i then was told that hma was requesting service records. i emailed those records to the service advisor on 3/20/2025. i had not heard anything for about a week so i contacted the service manager who stated hma is requesting additional service records. i asked why i was not informed sooner but was unable to get a real answer. i then forwarded those documents directly to the manager on 3/28/25. i was then notified on 4/1/25 that hma had denied the claim due to negligence of the motor despite providing the requested documents as well as confirming via hyundai's website that my vehicle was affected by the sonata engine connecting rod bearing inspection recall campaign. i am now being quoted $4059.89 + tax to replace the engine. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Engine just stopped with no warnings or signs. will not run. mechanic said motor was locked up

Vehicle stalled while driving on the highway, in motion and on city streets. and will not restart. on 11/10/20, hyundai dealer inspection found engine seized causing a no start condition. pa approved engine replacement under campaign t3g. performed tsb 17-em-001 and replaced both starter and intake manifold due to having debris and starter intermittly not engaging 8p1326ko 8.3 replaced engine under campaign t3g per pa. an in depth multi point inspection promoting safety and reliability minimizing mechanical failure was performed. on 5/6/2021 the engine failed again, dealership in norman ok finally serviced the vehicle on 5/11/2021 under engine recall warranty after multiple escalation complaints claiming to have passed bearing clearance test, computer updates and replaced engine knock sensor. vehicle engine failed again 10 miles from dealership who refuses to inspect engine warranty problems without an open recall: nhtsa campaign number 18v934000 affects engine, fuel system, gas, pe19003/pe198003 affects engine, electrical system, fuel system, gas, unknown, rq17004 affects scope and timeliness, 18v934000 affects high pressure fuel pipe may leak from engine, fuel system, gas, 15v-568/17v-226 affects gas direct injection engines, the high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump may be damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during engine replacement procedure. dealer refuses to inspect instead keeps guessing soliciting service repairs to replace fuel pumps and belts out of pocket ranging costs from $500 to $1200 while college student is stranded 400 miles away from home.

Steering wheel coupler going bad per dealer. had noticed the steering wheel clunking while turning. per dealer no campaign and over $400 to replace. the vehicle has 84,000 miles.

I was picking up my stepdaughter up and she shut the door, so i started to drive and my dome light stayed on then it started flickering. i was on a city street driving. it has happened multiple times so i just keep it off now.

I just purchased my 2011 hyundai sonata from a previous owner. several recalls repairs have been performed on the vehicle prior to my purchase. the issue i'm reporting - the driver's side seat is stuck in the recline position and the seat will not go back up or move forward to incline position. i’m driving with no back support. the other driver's power seat controls work except for the one that raises the back of the seat. in the event of a crash, the seat could inadvertently recline and increase the risk of a very serious injury or fatality. more power seat failures have been reported on the hyundai forum: https://www.hyundai-forums.com/threads/power-seat-failure-help-needed.107030/

The vehicle has been at the dealer for more than 60 days and the manufacturer will not proceed with the repair of the safety recalls.

My car loss power while driving from work and shut off along with a slight tick. it wouldn't start and resulted in me getting it towed.

I was driving approximately 55 mph on a highway and it started raining. i turned my headlights on and the traction control light came on. i also lost acceleration power until i completely let off the gas pedal. this has happened several times over the last month. i also am unable to set the cruise control if my headlights are on.

My eps (electric power steering) light and traction light came on and the steering wheel locked up.

Tl*the contact’s daughter owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle was serviced in december for unknown recalls. the contact stated while her daughter was driving approximately 20 mph the vehicle began to produce smoke from the engine compartment through the dashboard. the contact’s daughter was able to pull over and exited the vehicle before it was engulfed in flames. the fire and police department were called and the fire department extinguished the fire. a fire department report was taken. the vehicle was towed to a local tow yard where it was deemed a total loss. the failure cause was not diagnosed by the dealer or independent mechanic. the manufacturer was not informed of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 137,000.

They're was a recall on my car engine code p1326 but i have looked on the the manufacturers website on the code its no recall available and the vehicle had stalled on me going up a hill on a highway and the p1326 engine code showed up on my car.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while her daughter was driving, the seat belt failed to latch properly. the contact’s daughter forced the seat belt into the latch to securely latch the seat belt. additionally, the contact stated while refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge indicated that there was no fuel in the vehicle. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to apple valley hyundai (2934 valley ave, winchester, va 22601, (855) 463-5530) to be diagnosed however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure recurred. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 17v617000 (seat belts) as a possible solution to the failure however, the vin was not included. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact was driving at an undisclosed speed, when she heard a knocking sound and the air bags light illuminated. hyundai brunswick (5400 altama ave #2, brunswick, ga 31525) was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the vin. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 148,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact was driving at an undisclosed speed, when she heard a knocking sound and the air bags light illuminated. hyundai brunswick (5400 altama ave #2, brunswick, ga 31525) was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the vin. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 148,000.

Tl* the contact's stepdaughter owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact's stepdaughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, when the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to the residence and was diagnosed by an independent mechanic. the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the vin. the failure mileage was 108,215.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the engine suddenly failed and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine had seized. the manufacturer and local dealer were not yet notified. the failure mileage was 100,000. jft ## #vpic# 1 - check digit (9th position) does not calculate properly; 2 - vin corrected, error in one position; 14 - unable to provide information for all the characters in the vin. #vpic#

Purchased the vehicle today and odometer reads different than reports. report show it should 151,000 while the dash shows 92,583. *tr

Trunk opens on its own. it has happened at least 5 times since i purchased the car in may 2013. finally brought it in to dealer today, sept. 11, 2013. thought i might have hit bottom accidentally; but keys were in my purse and it could not have happened. *tr 04/01/2021: odi # changed from 10543023 to 10543707 as part of routine data cleanup.

Tl the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the engine suddenly failed and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine had seized. the manufacturer and local dealer were not yet notified. the failure mileage was 100,000. jft ## #vpic# 1 - check digit (9th position) does not calculate properly; 2 - vin corrected, error in one position; 14 - unable to provide information for all the characters in the vin. #vpic#

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata.. the contact stated that they notice their check engine light warning light illuminated on the vehicle and would stay on. the contact took the vehicle to local dealer jim ellis hyundai atlanta (5785 peachtree blvd, atlanta, ga 30341) where they inspected the vehilce and could not diagnosed the reason why the warning light illuminated from the vehilce but stated the vehicle was safe to drive. the contact stated months later while driving at 70 mph they notice the check engine light illuminated on the vehilce again , and notice smoke coming from underneath their hood. the contact pulled the vehiulce over because the engine began to over heat. the conact left vehicle over night at parking lot. the next day the contact attempted to drive the vehicle to their indepedent mechanic to see what wrong with the vehicle. however the vehicle stalled while drving. so the contact had to towed the vehilce to their mechanic who diagnosed the failure as the engine need to be replaced. the vehilce was not repaired. the contact notified their local dealer and manufacturer of the failure. the failure mileage was 128,000. vw

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while approaching a stop light at 5 mph, the vehicle shut-off with several unknown warning lights illuminated. due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. the contact went to kendall hyundai (15895 s dixie hwy, miami, fl 33157) and was informed to tow the vehicle in to be diagnosed. upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) however, the vin was not included. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was unknown.

Engine failed / blew while driving.

After purchasing this car in 2018, i learned this vehicle had many recalls. after disagreements and arguments hyundai, supposedly installed a brand new engine. i was then notified that i would have to pay out of pocket for the other “recalls” on this vehicle. after more debates and arguments they cleared out all of the “recalls” on this vehicle as if they were fixed, and they were not fixed. this is a safety hazard and needs to be investigated. i still have many issues with the “so-called” recalls such as airbags, driver seatbelt and steering column.

My son who is 18 had my sonata in oskaloosa iowa he was driving back to his college campus on feb, 27, 2021. while driving his engine seized up (the mechanic says it has bearing and rod damage.) my son's only saving grace was the fact that the car continued to roll and he was able to get it to the side of the road before getting rear ended. his friends and himself pushed the car into a radio station parking lot and had to finish walking back to campus. ross said there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. the mechanic picked up the sonata on the following monday. the sonanta my son said had stalled out a couple of times before the engine seized but he thought it was due to the extremely cold weather and condensation had developed in the gas tank so he put stp in the gas tank. i did some online research and found out that the 2011 sonata's had a history of engine problems, recalls, and a law suit in 2015 due to rods and bearing issues. i contacted hyundai usa to try and resolve this matter and see what all is needed to be done. hyundai has done nothing but give me the run around, transferring me from one department to another with all claiming its not their area. i've tried calling 4 times and even one time linda in the settlement dept. hung up on me when i tried asking questions about what i need to do. all i was given a case number 18065084 and told alisha was my case manager but she appears to never be in and has not once tried to make contact with me. i believe hyundai is not trying to honor the court directives and are having cars with bad engines left out on the roads.

Car would not start took it to dealership they said alternator was bad had it took it to mechanic shop paid 300 alternator drove it to car wash car would not start again. was told it has something to do with push to start and sensor in break pedal. paid cash for the vehicle drove it from the individual i bought froms location to the store and it’s left me stranded ever since. dealership keeps diagnosing alternator, starter get online and read and there are complaints and even videos on you tube about this same issue but hyundai refuses to fix it. wish i had never throw my money down the drain now i’m just out of a car no way to work and don’t know what i’m gonna do. poured every last penny i have into it and it still will not start. single mother of two children no financial help other than my work income which i may not have much longer if i’m unable to have transportation to get there. thanks hyundai what a way to treat customers who’s put faith in your vehicles.

I bought my vehicle from a local dealership a week ago. the horn and none of the features on the steering wheel work. the front panel of the steering wheel feels lose. i also smell gas often and my left muffler smokes and i sometimes smell burning rubber. navigation does not work as it should and my xm features don’t work because of a bad xm antenna (shark fin.) there is vibration in the steering when braking. my tire pressure light blinks and then stays on. the key doesn’t operate the locks sometimes.

Increased oil consumption and engine knocking. hyundai not honoring their commitment to replace engine free of cost

My hood to my car keeps failing down on my head each and every time i look under the hood . it just recently start to happen as i never experienced this before . my local hyundai dealership said they are pistons that needs to be replaced . if this is a deflect as a consumer should i be subjected to pay to replace the cost to fix defected product .,

I was doing 60 and my car just died out of no where on march 9 2021. i then got it to start and every time i pick up speed it dies again. i smell what may be electrical burning. i called dealership in vandaila they said no recall on motor so i have to figure the problem out.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated while driving 20 mph, the vehicle began to drift to the right side of the road. the contact had to control the steering wheel for the vehicle to drive straight ahead. the contact stated that several warning lights illuminated before the vehicle stalled. the contact restarted the vehicle and depressed the accelerator pedal however, the engine locked up and the vehicle ceased. the vehicle was towed to antwerpen hyundai of clarksville (12440 auto dr, clarksville, md 21029) to be diagnosed. the contact requested that the contact provide information on oil change intervals which was provided. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 90,000.

On march 1, 2021, i noticed an odd smell while idling in line. turned car off until it was my turn. the smell was gone once i turned it back on, so thought it was another car and drove to work. that evening, smell started again after driving a few miles to parent's house. parked the car at parent's and arranged to drive it to mechanic the next morning after having my father confirm there was water in the radiator and the oil wasn't too low. engine temp gauge was normal. check engine light was on, but had been for the length of time i had car. i had it checked several times- issue would be supposedly found, but it would always come back on. i was led to believe it was a faulty sensor issue. there was nothing obviously wrong when we looked under the hood and had no reason to think it would not be safe to drive the short distance to the mechanic. next morning, march 2, 2021, i intended to drive the car to the shop so they could address the issue causing the smell, and father followed behind. car seemed fine at first, but after a couple of miles driving on surface streets, the smell came back. pulled over and turned off car, thinking that i would need to have the car towed the remainder of the way. i saw something come from under hood. my father, who had been following behind, asked me to pop the hood. as i climbed back in the car to pop the hood, i realized there was smoke inside the car. i got out, told my dad that there might be a fire as there was smoke inside the car. as we had that discussion, smoke started pouring from under the hood, and we backed away from the vehicle and called 911. within seconds, there were visible flames and the whole front of the vehicle was engulfed in flame. today, march 10, 2021, i was made aware that 2011 hyundai sonatas were included in a list of vehicles known to catch fire, so i am filing this notification.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the local dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 146,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making a left turn, the steering wheel failed to operate as designed. there was no warning light illuminated. the contact manually turned the steering to the left and to the right and the steering wheel resumed normal function. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. neither the manufacturer nor the dealer were contacted. the failure mileage was approximately 126,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that her tail light bulbs had repeatedly failed. the contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where they have repeatedly replaced both tail lights; however, the failure persisted. the contact then took the vehicle to bakersfield hyundai(5300 wible rd, bakersfield, ca 93313) where they informed her that the driver side tail light melted and that passenger side tail light harness had shorted. the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. the vehicle had yet to be repaired. the failure mileage was unknown.

Steering gets locked while driving cannot make rite or left turns as needed, also it makes knockings sound while turning. car got 45ooo miles & got 6-7 recalls for deferent items, very dangerous, almost involved in accident couple of times. called dealer, they said is not cover in warranty & it cost $500 to 1000 depend on parts, labor required.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, he rear-ended another vehicle. the air bags did not deploy and no warning lights were illuminated. the contact suffered injuries to his chest when the seat belt retracted during the collision. medical attention was received as the contact was transported by ambulance. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the contact was leaving the hyundai dealer when the collision occurred after getting the steering wheel and a flat tire repaired, but the dealer was not aware of the collision. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 164,000.

My hyundai sonata 2011 with vin [xxx], is having issues that is connecting-rod bearings in the engine that could wear out prematurely and damage the engine. this is similar to the same recall tied to hyundai sonata 2011 - 2013 hybrid. the only difference is my car is not an hybrid. i believe this to be the same issue and i could be junking my car because of this issue. thanks information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and the contact was informed that the fuel tank was leaking. the vehicle was then taken to bill dube hyundai (271 main st, wilmington, ma 01887) where they diagnosed that fuel tank was leaking due to a crack. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 18v934000 ( engine, fuel system, gasoline). the approximate failure mileage was 104,000.

Engine replaced in 2015 after seizing and recall of theta 11. vehicle serviced including oil change at dealership on 2/11/21. on 2/22/21 engine knocked twice and vehicle stalled. drifted off road, turned key off, put car in park. within 3 minutes engine was on fire with flames extending below car. fire department put fire out and had car towed to suburban hyundai service department.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle started to jerk and hesitated to accelerate. the contact’s wife stated that an abnormal noise was coming from the engine. the contact diagnosed the vehicle at his residence and retrieved dtc code: p1326 (check engine knock sensor failure). the contact’s wife drove the vehicle to her residence. allen turner hyundai (6501 pensacola blvd, pensacola, fl 32505) was contacted and informed the contact that a diagnostic test was necessary to determine the cause of the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) as a possible solution to the failure however, the vin was not included. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that over 125,000 miles the recall repair was expired. the failure mileage was approximately 137,722.

The airbag indicator light is on in my vehicle and will not shut off. i took the vehicle to see about the service light indicator, but they will not service this indicator light. this is a safety issue if the airbag will not deploy with this light on!

The airbag light is on and does not go off.

On friday the 13th of february while driving on a main intersection my car just stopped in the middle of the road. there was traffic on both sides of the road and of course people didn’t have any patience and i was stuck and placed my blinkers on. and waited for aaa to arrive. the car was in motion and then stationary.

My vin is showing 2 recalls that are incomplete that i have taken to a local dealership to be corrected. my 2011 hyundai burns oil very quickly within weeks of an oil change. i am constantly adding oil. there is no oil leak detected in the vehicle. i was assured that the engine recall was looked at and not affected but according to this site that recall is incomplete. i also have to replace tail and headlights and when i use a blinker at night the headlights turn off. i had my vehicle serviced at jenkins hyundai of jacksonville fl 904/420-7171

The front bumper and grill have partially detached from broken or faulty clips, wheels original size rub against wheel well covering and constant sensor failure for tire api. actual speed is lower then the speed indicated on the vehicle where as 55 mph actual speed shows 59 on the gage. cruis control will not work and traction control will not turn off, after replacement of all tires and sensors. exterior- head lights need replaced every 2 to 3 months due to failure, break lights replaced 6x in 4 months and wiring harness to breaklights has partially melted the casing and entry spot for bulb. replacement bulb didn't remedy the problem, as break lights now do not work at all on vehicle, only tail lights. fog light have also been replaced 1x im 1 year and 1 is out. rear plate light also not wiring. fuses are good. possible wiring issue. faulty body issue and possible computer and or sensor issue.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 25 mph, an abnormal sound emitted from the steering wheel without warning. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that an unknown part located in the steering wheel fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 18,293.

You turn the wheel from side to side. excessive shaking and shuddering of the steering wheel when driving speeds of 60 mph or higher. clicking noise when wheel is turned during backing up. shaking of the steering wheel is not starting at lower speeds.

Took my 2011 hyundai sonata in to the dealer for the engine seizing recall in april 2016 and they recommended i replace my steering coupler. i had not noticed anything wrong with it at that time so i decided to wait. i am taking it in today to have it replaced because the steering wheel is very loose and is making a clicking noise when i turn it. the car is not immediately responsive to turning in the past few days. i have seen numerous people complaining about the same issue with the same model year car on the hyundai forums. i checked my vin and there is not a recall for this. there should be if the car can become unresponsive to someone turning the steering wheel.

Steering began to make a clicking noise, then progressed over a few days to a thumping noise, then steering became increasingly less responsive and noisy when driving or going over bumps. *tr

There is a clicking or clucking sound when going over a slight bump in the road and the steering wheel makes a clicking noise when turning along with a slight give in the steering wheel.

Failure of the steering column flexible coupling.- i was driving on the highway when this occurred- this caused my car to lose driving control - i had knocking sound in the steering wheel and it was very difficult to control the driving. the part is a small rubber coupling that is located inside of the power steering assist motor. the part appears to be the manufacturer default (it was made of soft rubber) - hyundai has developed a new replacement part that is made of a harder rubber the new part # 56315-2k000-fff. everyone that has a hyundai sonata 2011 should have this flexible coupling replaced to prevent losing control of the automobile. at a minimum car owner should be notified of the possibility of this happening when driving. this does not appear to be in normal routine maintenance issue. *tr

Loose steering shaft. steering wheel i s slightly loose and being refused warranty on this part in dealership. as i have exteded warranty

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact experienced issues starting the vehicle. the vehicle was diagnosed as needing a new starter. the warning lights did not illuminate. the manufacturer was notified. the vehicle was not under warranty according to hyundai. the vehicle was at the dealer and the part was not ordered. the failure mileage was unknown.

Air bag light remains on all the time.

The steering wheel clicks when turning, doesn't respond well. while in dealership for another issue, was informed that the steering coupler needed to be replaced, and the technician said "it's just one of the 'perks' of living in florida. the weather here just eats this part away.". problem with his statement is that we just moved here a few months ago and, until then, the car was garage kept in the northeast, so his reasoning doesn't hold water. according to what i've read, thousands of other 2011 sonatas are experiencing this same issue. why hasn't this been covered under a recall? i was told by the technician that this is a very dangerous situation and it should be repaired asap...and hyundai would only charge me $375 to repair it "and most likely save your life"...as per the tech.

The flexible coupling (part # 56315-2k000) failed. had to have the vehicle towed to the dealership due to lack of steering control. hyundai refuses to warranty or recall the part even though thousands of people have posted the same complaint on this website. $260 repair for a $6.00 part ($253.00 labor). this is unacceptable on their part to not warranty or recall a defective part.

Steering wheel knock and vibrations at high speeds. steering coupler failure.

When i went in for an oil change and brake noise complaint (which is another constant problem), i was questioned if i was hearing clicking in the steering wheel when turning. i hadn't. i was told that this was a problem with the 2011 and 2012 sonatas' steering coupler, and if i didn't hear the noise, i soon would so i should fix it (~$360). i asked if there was a recall, since it seemed to be enough of a problem that it was a known problem at the dealership. they said there was no recall, but i should get it replaced. i hadn't heard any noises, so i declined the repair. little did i realize, it would begin the very next day. my steering wheel now rattles and clicks every time i go over even a small bump in the road, or turn my steering wheel, and it is getting worse. i even called hyundai, and they didn't seem to know what i was talking about. if the dealership has seen this in multiple cars, and there are plenty other similar complaints online, why is this not a recall? why are the owners being responsible for this repair?

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 30 mph, a grinding metal noise could be heard coming from the steering column. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the flex coupling needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the failure mileage was 91,430. updated 01/11/2017*ct consumer stated engine failure, starter lever needed to be replaced, steering column coupler needed to be replaced updated 7/5/18*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated. the dealer was notified and provided no specific diagnosis. in addition, the contact heard an abnormal noise, the key was difficult to turn in the ignition, the low beams shorted, and the dealer replaced the housing for the brake lights. there were additional repairs due to the multiple failures. the manufacturer was notified of the failures and provided no solution. the vin was also included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v190000 (steering), 15v759000 (service brakes, hydraulic), and 15v568000 (engine). the approximate failure mileage was 77,786.

Steering wheel started violently shaking while i was driving

Recently i noticed the steering in my 2011 hyundai sonata had developed quite a bit of "play" in it. when taking my sonata in for an unrelated recall i asked the service advisor about it. he said they would check it out. after doing so he informed me that a plastic coupler in the steering column was worn and would need to be replaced. the car only had 40,000 miles on it at that point. i was surprised that a car with that low mileage would need such an important part that could prove to cause loss of steering if it broke. the service advisor said they were "seeing a lot of these come in for repair and was surprised they haven't issued a recall on them". i agree. i believe a car with 40k miles should not be having such problems, especially with safety related equipment. more importantly, i am fearful for the countless folks out there who may not be aware they have a potential problem with their steering, a problem that could cause a fatal crash. this problem needs to be addressed. thank you.

Engine knock/ping gets louder with increasing speeds, car is part of engine recall but dealer states my engine is fine, absolutely no reason given to me why i have an engine knock. it sounds like 2 glass bottles clanging together. i am afraid my engine is going to fail, even though dealer states it is "fine"

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving various speeds, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise and vibrated randomly while driving or making a turn. the contact also stated that the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering coupling caused the failure and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 96,000.

The steering column is shaking if you hit a bump . cruise control and the horn does not work now

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the steering column was improperly assembled. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic who diagnosed that the steering column needed to be re-assembled. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 10v457000 (steering), although the contact experienced the same failure listed in the recall. the failure mileage was 110,000.

Every time i drive over a bump or turn the steering wheel, it makes a clicking/clunking sound. i just went past my warranty-covered mileage of 60,000 miles.

Crusie control brake lights parking steering engine all records i have with the dealership show the major problems ive have and its yet to be fixed along with the many recalls on this vehicle

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 40 mph, the vehicle began to veer in both directions. as a result, the contact had to steer the vehicle in excess in order to keep it in position. in addition, the brake pedal was depressed and it took a longer amount of time for the vehicle to come to a complete halt. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed to be repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering). the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.

Our 2011 hyundai sonata gls 2.4 engine caught fire as my wife was returning home from taking our son to school. my wife smelled gasoline and then it burst into flames. this was the second replacement engine covered under warranty and had less than 6000 miles on it. hyundai mall of georgia has performed all warranty service work on this vehicle. after the second engine and many other warranty repairs tried to envoke the lemon law but was denied by hyundia case #9412898.

What i thought was just normal 'sound' coming from the steering wheel/column has progressed to loud noise ie turning the steering wheel; going over potholes/bumps at various speeds, but very progressive in low speeds [city driving]. this loud noise seemed to reverberate all the way down to the driver side front suspension. it's like there's 'play' when turning the steering wheel before it engages. 'clicking' sound is very pronounced when turning the wheel from a stop or when backing up, the first time i turn the wheel. or even if the car is stopped, turning the wheel left/right i can hear a pronounced 'clicking' sound, like something is loose in there. is this why the car sometimes veer left?i understand there is an active recall but should more vin be covered with this. please help. *tr

The steering column seems loose and every time i run over a bump whether small or big there is a rattle that seems to come from the steering column section. and it seems to be getting worse. it is actually described in a recall from 10/2010. something is loose in there. i have seen that it's more recent to in the complaints. can the closed recall be reopened?

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 46,000. updated 01/05/17*lj the consumer stated the dealer repaired the air bag on december 13, 2016. the consumer had to pay for the repairs. updated 01/12/17.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the steering wheel made an abnormal noise and vibrated randomly while driving or making a turn. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the coupling was loosely connected and caused the failure. the mechanic was to provide further diagnostic testing. the dealer was notified of the failure and indicated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v190000 (steering), 10v457000 (steering), and 10v426000 (steering). the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

The steering wheel felt loose one day after coming home from work. then my wife used the car and told me that she noticed the car felt like it wasn't responding on the turns like usual? so we had the car like this for a few months but got used to this problem and thought it was just wear and tear. well one day i had to avoid another vehicle that was creeping out of a driveway and couldn't see me, and when i made that sudden quick half turn to the left the car kept on driving straight so i braked hard locked up the wheels and skidded about 4 feet or so! we immediately took the sonata in to get it checked and we were then told that we were pretty lucky because the steering column was not held on by the steering flex coupler, had no idea what i was being told. but later i was told by a fleet member there that i was pretty lucky to never have lost control of the car while making a turn or braking hard... wow! i just started wondering how many sonatas have been in accidents because of something related to this? i just feel that this part was defective and never should of had any problem with my steering column. $474.96 cost for this repair. *tr

Power steering coupler is failing. service at dealership told me i would need to have this replaced. from reading the vast number of complaints from other people having the exact same issue, it is apparent that the part in question is defective. when are they going to issue a recall for replacement of this part? hyundai appears to be knowingly putting the lives of its customers in jeopardy because they don't want to pay to have the problem corrected. *tr

My air bag light illuminates every time i turn my car on and will not go off! this happened right after it had repairs on all the other recalls on this vehicle including having my engine totally replaced. i see so many other complaints about the air bag lights not going off why has this issue not been recalled yet?? *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving various speeds, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise. the contact also stated that the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the flex coupler needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 64,000.

Airbag light suddenly came on and will not go off, stays on continuslely. car is up for inspection in a few months and will not pass a safety inspection. have researched this online and found over 100 complaints for this problem. this is a major safety issue as if i am in an accident the airbag will not deploy.(or worse may happen)

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the air bag indicator illuminated following a recall repair for the steering column. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the illumination was due to a disconnected part. the technician stated that there would be a charge to reconnect the part. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 79,000.

When turning stearin wheel here clanking noice . took to hyundai and told it so steering wheel coupler . said very commen problem . should be a recall. it it cost 585 to repair . if the dealership knows it's a big issue maybe it should be a recall and not cost me !!

The engine just died while crossing the rfk bridge, nyc. i noticed as the car was slowing down and i pressed on the accelerator to gain speed. nothing happened and the instrument panel was lit up with warnings. i then put it on neutral and lightly pressed on the breaks to start the engine again, nothing happened. i subsequently lost power steering and breaks. after the initial stop in a dangerous position, i was able to roll the car to a nearby construction site (off ramp to harlem river drive shoulder) behind some traffic barrels but scraped up against the concrete barrier as the car lost power steering and breaks and was hard to maneuver. i tried starting the engine again but it would not. i also opened the hood and saw smoke coming from underneath the hood. i had the car towed to a nearby dealership. i have included the service intake form in the attachments.

The hyundai dealer replaced the steering coupler on my 2011 hyundai sonata on october 26, 2016. he said when driving the car into the maintenance garage, he heard the steering coupler making noise, checked it, and found that it was faulty and was a safety hazard. the car has 66,000 miles on it and is driven mostly at low speeds in city traffic. in view of the driving conditions and limited mileage, i wonder if the failure of the steering coupler suggests a design flaw. *tr

Airbag light on dash board turned on few months ago, the car has never involved in any kind of accident. it is 2011 sonata and has never been in an accident. the dash board light turned on few months ago after 5 1/2 years of owning the car. i took to the dealer and they ask for $160 for diagnostic and that amount will apply to the cost of fixing the problem if i decides to go ahead of fixing the airbag lighting problem, the dealer gave a rough estimate between $900 to $1200 to fix this airbag issues. they also said the the airbag only warranty for 6 years or 60,000 miles. i though the airbag should be 10 years and 100,000 miles as hyundai always advertised that. i searched on the web and there are a recall on airbag for elantra but not sonata. it is definitely a manufacture defected because this is the original airbag and the car has never been in any kind of accident as i mentioned above. i seemed like the 10/100,000 warranty is just for advertisement purpose and they are not really stand behind their product or quality. btw - i exchanged some email with hyundai corporation but it did not go anywhere.

On 10/25/2017, i was stopped in traffic in left hand turn lane waiting for the light to turn green. when light change i started to move forward and felt a shutter in the car. i stopped the car before making the left to enter into the intersection and all of the dash board lights came on, there was a small amount of smoke came out from under the hood and the engine was dead. tried to restart the engine to no effect. if i did not stop at the car i would have stalled while making a left in the middle of a four lane road (the intersection of rt 1 & southampton rd) i had the car towed to my mechanic who informed me that the engine locked up and the starter was melted.

Driving down a residential street at approximately 40 mph when the sun/moonroof shattered. no debris struck the roof. *tr

Takata recall. i'm having the same issue as everyone else. the sound of something loose in the steering column and clunking noise has become horrible. regardless of whether the car is in motion or at a stand still, i can move the steering wheel and hear the noise. i checked the year of production of my vehicle and it doesn't fall under the current recall; however, it seems a little irresponsible of hyundai to not recall all vehicles that are experiencing the same issue. it is a safety hazard not just a nuisance. this has been happening for a few months now and has only become worse with time. i will be contacting hyundai to see what can be done. in the instance they refuse to service the vehicle under the current warranty i will be contacting an attorney. safety hazards cannot be ignored. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. when the contact retrieved the vehicle after a recall repair for the steering, the steering wheel failed to work properly. the steering wheel made abnormal noises when it was turned. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering wheel recall repair was performed without touching the steering wheel system. the failure occurred only after the recall repair was performed. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the nhtsa campaign number was unknown. the failure mileage was 70,000.

My 2011 hyundai sonata recently began having play in the steering column. it has 91,853 miles on it now but started about 1,500 miles ago. when you turn the steering wheel there is movement before the actual wheel assembly is engaged. i am concerned that it may get worse or even fail. although there are recalls for this model car my vin is not included at this time.

Car makes popping or clicking sound particularly when backing out of a parking space and turning the wheel. took the vehicle to hyundai dealership where they said it was a steering coupler that needed to be replaced. quoted $293.16. was told this could become a safety issue since it can affect steering and abs function. searched the problem on the internet and it looks like a fairly common issue. my car has just under 74,000 miles. why is this not a recall since it clearly isn't normal wear and tear.

The steering column coupler is clanking and needs to be replaced per hyundai dealer's service department.

On multiple occasions my vehicle has been serviced by a hyundai dealership in south florida. after "repairing" the air bag signal, it has reappeared on at least four trips to the dealer. after multiple repair (including the replacement of the cables) the following issues still occur; 1) the oil indicator lights and the tachometer lights go on and off periodically, 2) the air conditioner goes off, the comes back again in few minutes, 3) the low air light comes for my tires, 4) engine light, and 5) speedometer indicator went up and down with the vehicle traveling at the same speed. the vehicle is close to 76,000 miles. the above indicated events occurred primarily while driving in city streets. however, some of them were experienced in highway traffic.

I brought my car in for this recall and now months later the airbag light indicates a problem. i was told that seat would need to be replaced for $1200. this car has been nothing but problems

Takata recall - my fiancee was driving my car in a parking lot, then stopped and accidentally took her foot off of the brake when she put her jacket on the seat and it fell on the floor. soon after, she hit a building at less than 5 mph since the car slowly accelerated with the foot off of the brake. the airbag deployed and the trip & reset buttons that were on the steering wheel were broken off and became shrapnel that went right past her face. luckily she only sustained burns and bruising due to the airbag, but it could have been much worse if that shrapnel hit her in the face or chest. i would like to formally make a complaint stating that the airbag should not have gone off when the vehicle is under 5 mph and furthermore the steering wheel should not have shrapnel being created when the airbag deploys.

I would like to bring to your attention, a dangerous situation with my 2011 sonata. the situation became critical when the steering wheel started to have severe vibrations last week at highway speeds (70mph). the issue which i have asked hyundai service (hub hyundai in houston) over the 1 1/2 year, is that the steering wheel had started to develop play when turning. aside from the loose steering, the rattle in the steering wheel, the rattle (like a nut in a coffee can) when going over rough pavement became noticeably louder. hyundai states that my car for this issue is not covered in any recall. i just had the plastic coupling replaced by firestone service (invoice attached). the service mechanic stated that the gear teeth were severely ground away, will ultimately result in destroyed coupling an disengagement of steering, a very dangerous situation. the attached pictures show the coupling, both new and with the gear tooth ground away. i urge nhtsa to mandate that hyundai initiate an immediate recall of all vehicles with this component. obviously, the material composition of the original is not engineered for this application. i have the original part if you desire to examine it. if you have any questions, please advise. [xxx] [xxx] katy tx 77450 [xxx] (“parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).”*jb

Steering wheel started to make a small "clunk" noise, which has now progressed to a large "clunk" noise and rattling of the wheel. this began some time ago, perhaps 4 months, and has just gotten worse. i took it in to a certified hyundai dealership to get it looked at and review for recalls. well, after having to pay them $100.00 without previously having agreed to, they tell me the part costs about $3.00, but with labor would total $310.00!!!! this should fall under a recall. i have seen so many people post online about the issue. i see where some people got it fixed for free, and others who had to pay! i emailed hyundai too, prior to taking it in to the shop, and they told me that i had to go to the shop to have it looked at. no help at all. i continue to drive my car, which i paid full price for, with the constant clunking! mind you, i have children in the car and am terrified i will eventually loose control of the wheel and crash.

Air bag light illuminated for no reason and car has not been in any accidents. took it in to dealer and paid &100. for them to diagnose code b1346 driver airbag resistance too high. monitor current data and resistance on driver airbag is at 10 ohms and when moving steering wheel it goes into fail mode. recommend new clock spring a's step one of repair. to complete step one will cost and additional $331. i have read about hundreds of clock spring being faulty on this model and would appreciate an investigation.

Steering wheel makes loud clicking sounds when turned or when the vehicle goes over a bump or down a hill. i took the vehicle to a hyundai dealership for service today and was told that this is a common problem with the mechanics of the steering column.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while pulling out of a parking space, a clicking sound emerged from the steering wheel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer twice where it was diagnosed that the steering coupler failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 107,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 35 mph, the steering column rattled and shook forcefully. the contact also stated that the function buttons on the steering wheel were inoperable. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as described in nhtsa campaign number: 10v426000 (steering). the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not repaired. the failure mileage was 70,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. without warning, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be driven. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the vehicle was towed to the dealer. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 166,000.

This is a continuation of a few minutes ago. when the airbag deployed there was a big black hole in the middle of it & a lot of smoke came out. when i first got to the hospital, they said i had pneumonia , i guess from the smoke, & from there they said i had all these blood clots.

I collided with another car which was caused by another driver zig zagging across i 95. my airbag deployed, as it should, but the pain in my chest was so bad that it hurt to breathe. now they say that i have blood clots in my leg & lungs, & water around my heart . i never had anything like that until the accident. my car was totaled & i am in the hospital at this time.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that after making a stop from refueling the vehicle, the steering wheel seized. the steering wheel eventually functioned as normal. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was remedied but the service performed was unknown. the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v190000 (steering), 10v457000 (steering) and 10v426000 (steering). the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

With motor running, steering "clunks" when wheel turned in either direction. most pronounced when stopped or at low speeds. constant, not intermitant. my guess would be that the bearings in the steering knuckle are shot. current mileage is 58,800.

Airbag light will not turn off once the vehicle is started. this issue caused me to fail my car inspection because it is a hazard if i was to get in an accident and the airbag does not deploy. the could lead to fatal results.

There is a clunking sound in steering column when turning the wheel while stationary and in motion. also, there is a loud rattling sound in the steering column when going over any bumps at any speed, which has progressively worsened to the point where it sounds as if the steering column is going to disconnect. i was afraid to drive the car for fear of losing control of steering. the dealership said it was the coupler, which is an issue they have been repairing a lot. the part cost $3, but the process is labor intensive, so the total bill was over $300.

Driving and making turns creates a rattle in the steering wheel and clunking sound stopped at brakes plus and found substance on the outside of thesterring coupler. was told that should not be there.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while attempting to make a turn or driving over a bump, there was a clicking noise coming from the steering wheel. the steering wheel would also vibrate. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the a flexible coupler failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 63,607. the vin was not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 35 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the steering wheel. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering column needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact was aware of nhtsa campaign number: 10v426000 (steering), but the vin was not included. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 84,500. updated 04/05/17*lj *tr

While driving on the long island expressway in queens ny, an extremely busy highway, the control alarm on my front right tire completely snapped off. this caused me to lose control of my car and go across 3 lanes on a major highway with cars traveling 70 mph past me. luckily no cars were hit and luckily myself or nobody was killed. whats more disturbing instead of the dealership doing it's job to make sure my car is completely functional, they let me leave the lot with an issue they clearly knew about and just didn't say anything to me. after all they provided a complimentary wheel alignment so they clearly were examining my wheels at the time. and up to this point the car had been driving fine, smooth, no issues. i just had an oil change about a month back and nothing was noted to me by the mechanic then. i spoke with the dealership a few months back and they told me there had been a recall on the rear control alarms, which i know are about the same parts as the front control alarms. my car wheel just snapped off and i almost died on a highway as a result of this car. and i have been reading consumer complaints that similar issues have happened and there were possible recalls on the front control alarms to the wheels. this incident occurred on 10/1/16. it has been 10 days and hyundai corporate has not contacted me. they are trying to avoid being responsible for a clear safety and road hazard with my vehicle. in addition my engine ceased on fathers day 2014 and they repaired the engine. then in april 2016 i had metal fragments in my engine and they performed a complimentary wheel alignment. 3 months later my control arm is snapping of my front passenger tire.

Took my car in for a for a recall now my steering coupling is broken

The fuel gauge is not working properly from 2-3 months and i started noticing it by early june 2016. when gas is filled, it displays the full tank gauge. but after stopping at any place and then starting the car, the fuel gauge drops by few bars to half a tank. next morning when i start my car to go to office it would show empty tank with gas light on but will correct itself to few bars to half a tank to full tank. i had visited hyundai dealership on oct 12 2016 and they said its out of warranty by 62 days and my extended warranty of 100,000 miles only covers engine and transmission. they also said it will cost 750 plus $ to replace the "fule pump" to fix this issues. to avoid any empty gas situation i always rest my trip b to zero, after full tank.

The airbag light went on somehow and never goes off. i have had any accidents before. this is a huge safety concern as the airbag may fail to work when a accident happens.

The airbag light illuminated one day and not turn off when the car is on. the light just stays on and will not turn off - the code that came bak was faulty dba, faulty clock spring, faulty srscm - there appears to be over 100 complaints about this online and apparently this means that the airbag will not deploy if a vehicle accident occurs which is a huge safety concern. see: http://www.carcomplaints.com/hyundai/sonata/2011/seat_belts_air_bags/air_bags.shtml

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while turning the steering wheel left or right, it made an abnormal clicking noise. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 68,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving 2 mph, the steering column made a loud clunking noise. at 40 mph, the contact stated that it was difficult to turn the steering wheel and that the vehicle jerked to the right of the road. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 105,000.

My car has the same problem described by a lot of other people on this forum. the steering wheel makes a clicking noise while turning and on braking. the car also wobbles at speed > 60 mph. the authorized dealer based in south plainfield nj is not helpful and shows a list of problems (unrelated to the steering) that requires fixing and costing a lot of money. this may be a safety issues thus not sure where i should take my car for repairs. independent car service guys like mavis, midas inform that the authorized dealer should fix it for free. also, i have been told that the power warranty that is extended is only for engine problems.

Purchased hyundai sonata may 22, 2016 engine was failing hyundai is fixing it now. had metal parts in my oil. knocking sound. it stalled while i was driving it on the street. hyundai said it could be up to four months to fix the car. i am now driving a rental car and paying carmax for my hyundai.

Airbag light stays on.

Clicking noise from the steering wheel while turning, driving, excessive vibrations while driving at speeds over 50 mph and sometimes while accelerating

Car makes a loud clicking noise in the steering column when going over 60 mph and when slowing down. when parked, there is also clicking noises when turning the steering wheel. when in reverse, it makes a clicking noise when turning. gas gauge doesn't work. it now will run out of gas when there are "60 miles" left until empty. the cruise control button will not work. you have to keep pressing it to come on. also, the button to see trip miles, trip a, trip b etc, does not work on the 1st try. it takes many pushes to get the screen to change.

Recently took the vehicle in for a recall on the power steering system and at the same time said the presenting problem with steering was a clicking in the steering column when turned a few degrees left or right from center. they noted this was the steering coupler covered under a tsb 14-st-002-1. the service manager had drawer with a number of worn out rubber steering couplers that he noted was a very common problem and was potentially dangerous. he noted hyundai had changed to an abs part for replacement. based on the flawed design, it appears there would be close to a 100% failure rate at some point on the part.

The steering column is rattling and shaking when braking and or reaching a speed of 60. it is causing the balancing of tires worn, and the air bag light has come on and tire pressure light.

"airbag light recall" i have an airbag light on in my car now and it seems like a ton of other people are having or have had the same issue! this light popped on about a month ago while i was driving down the road. i haven't had any accidents, nothing else changed the light just popped on. i am requesting that this be turned into a recall because this is not due to anything that i have done.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving and attempting to make a turn, an abnormal clicking noise emitted from the steering wheel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing; however, details of the diagnosis could not be provided. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering). the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

9/30/2016 - while driving home from work (20-25 miles) heard a knocking in the engine while on the road and expressway. took my car to jiffy lube because it was time for an oil change and had them check the engine and noise. they advised that the engine is bad and will need to be repaired or replaced. the miles from my last oil change was approximately 3200 miles. took my car two blocks down the road to midas and another mechanic confirmed the engine needs to be replaced. i have taken care of the car with regular oil changes, upkeep and car maintenance. on 1/11/2016 my 2011 hyundai sonata engine was taken in for the recall campaign 132 at the hyundai repair location. in june, i took my car in for service at firestone auto care because my engine light had came on and they performed an engine analysis and found my oxygen sensor was bad on 6/04/2016 and they replaced that. i cannot drive the vehicle because the engine is on its last leg, cannot accelerate because the car is not responding as it should and i fear i am risking my life as well as others on the road. the difference between driving from 9/29 to 9/30 is night and day i do not understand how an engine gives out with no warning.

Engine died

It started while driving if you hit a bump in the road, go over rail road tracks, speed bumps ect. it would make a clunk sound. then it got more frequent. then it started to make the clunk sound when turning and now it makes the sound while driving and you turn the wheel or sitting still turning the wheel. the sound is made when you first start to turn the wheel moving or stationary. the steering has a lot of play as it has gotten worse. i believe this will become dangerous and loss of control could be possible.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that an abnormal knocking sound emitted from the vehicle and the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v568000 (engine), 15v759000 (service brakes, hydraulic), and 16v190000 (steering) however, the parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 115,000. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. the failure occurred after the vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering). the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the worm shaft flex coupling needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 52,124.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while turning the steering wheel to the left, a rattling noise was heard coming front the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the gear box shaft sector failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

Over the five years the car will stall in parking lot.will have it towed to dealer.this happen two times this year. they could not find problem. could not use battery to start,battery checked it was fine, starter fine,alternator fine.it made me feel uneasy if it stalled on road.they checked engine said it was fine.not happy with this.the last at my kroger it stopped.towed to repair shop near home same result,could not find problem.each time when car sat overnight for repair the problem went away and car started ok by dealer.

Car started making a loud clunking and rattling noise in the steering wheel column driving over bumps or tracks. when the car was stationary and in neutral, the column was very loose when turned. steering while driving became extremely loose and a safety concern. the problem was diagnosed as a bad flexible coupling which needed to be replaced.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the steering wheel was very loose. the contact felt unsafe driving the vehicle. the failure occurred on several occasions and caused the contact to involuntarily maneuver into other lanes. the dealer was notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 5 mph, the vehicle accelerated rapidly on its own, which almost caused a crash. the vehicle was taken to be repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the failure mileage was 93,000.

The steering column make a horrible rattle sound when going over bumps and also makes a popping noise when you turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right.

I started my car one day and notice that the airbag light was on and wouldn't go off. i wasn't involved in a wreck or hit no bump, just started it and it was on.

My driver side tail light fell out of the casing, driving down the highway during the summer of 2015. luckily, the wires kept it holding on or it would have flown into traffic. now, a bit over a year later, in september of 2016, and out of warranty, the passenger side has done the same thing. the dealership refuses to do anything since i am out of warranty. according to hyundai forums, there are a lot of cars that are having this issue. see this link: http://www.hyundai-forums.com/yf-2011-sonata-i45/143267-tail-light-studs-breaking-off.html#/topics/143267?page=3&_k=wuwg5m also, there is an issue with a $3 clip in the steering wheel. i get a lot of clatter when driving down the road, and turning my steering wheel according to hyundai forums, my car isn't the only one this is happening to. i have been told it isn't a safety issue, and can wait a bit to get it replaced. it is highway robbery for them to charge $237 to replace a $3 part. but, because it is in the steering column, no other auto-repair places will fix it. i cannot document this as i have not had it fixed yet, and i cannot record the sound while driving...

The same bulbs go out in my tailight and headlight 3x a year and the dealership keeps telling me it's not electrical it's just bulbs don't always lay long. my srs light pops on

Was getting onto the highway when my power steering gave out, was able to pull onto the side of the road away from traffic. my engine started knocking and i was unable to keep my car running. i had it towed to hyundai in clarksville maryland, where they stated i had engine failure and that it needed to be replaced. they are now telling me they can't replace it although it is under a recall and under the cut off mileage. they are not communicating with me about the repair of my car and have yet made any attempts to get me into a new car. at this point i don't want my car repaired, i would rather them buy my car back or put me in a new car. the car has 5 recalls that i an aware about including the engine, power steering, front seat belt latches, my brakes pedal, and front coil springs.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was able to restart on the first attempt. the contact was unable to recall when the recall notification was received, and was unaware that there was a recall until the failure occurred. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the vehicle was taken to the dealer (lake norman hyundai, 02520 chartwell center dr, cornelius, nc, 28031) and the recall repair was completed. the contact was advised that the oil level was low and provided an oil change. the vehicle did not produce the diagnostic codes through the inspection that required replacing the engine; however, the recall remedy failed to repair the vehicle. four days later, the failure recurred three more times. the vehicle was able to restart on the first attempt after one failure. two other times, the vehicle restarted after a few attempts. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but no diagnostic codes were found. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that they could not do anything based on the information that the dealer provided. the vehicle was not registering the failure codes and no additional assistance was offered. the failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Txx3 is the campaign but there was also another campaign that was talking about the specifics of what is happening with my vehicle that all relate to this. my car has stalled numerous times including on the highway. i have already had it towed to another shop, and now i need it to go to the dealership. the guy on the phone at the dealership knows the recall and issues, but basically says my car doesn't qualify. it only gets the extension of warranty on the motor. how can a company make a vehicle that could kill someone due to poor assembly and not really be willing to help? they should assume responsibility and fix my car.

Clacking sound coming from the steering column when wheel is turned during driving and when the car travels over bumps in the road

My air bag light will not turn off.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving approximately 65 mph, the engine suddenly stalled. the vehicle was towed to the dealer (simmons rockwell hyundai located in big flats, ny) where it was diagnosed that the engine seized and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v434000 (engine). the failure mileage was 112,000.

Rear passenger side tail light wasn't working and when i tried to replace it, the plastic housing where the light bulb goes had melted. now the light bulb doesn't fit in the hole. a google search of this problem indicates there are many others that have the same problem. sounds like a defect to me.

The airbag light turns on and will not go off.

Airbag light is on and won't go off

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the brake lights were constantly illuminated, even with the vehicle turned off. the vehicle was taken to volume hyundai located at: 2520 n. columbia street, milledgeville, ga 31061 to be diagnosed. the contact was informed that the brake actuator located under the brake pedal failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v759000 (service brakes, hydraulic). the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 133,411.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 30 mph, the engine stalled without warning. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where diagnostic testing was completed; however, the contact was referred to the dealer. the vehicle was towed to a local dealer (annapolis hyundai located at 935 west st annapolis, md 21401 410-295-1234) where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact had recall repairs completed at bob bell hyundai (located at 7175 ritchie highway glen burnie, md 21061 410-863-1805) approximately one year ago. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 160,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while the vehicle was stationary, the rear driver's side brake light malfunctioned without warning. the contact stated that the rear driver's side brake light melted to the point in which it could not be properly replaced. jim burke hyundai of birmingham, alabama was contacted and stated that there was no recall on the brake lights. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 92,209.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the driver's seat back panel fractured and the wires to the seat were exposed. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer (mccafferty hyundai 1106 e. lincoln hwy, langhorne, pa,19047) where it was diagnosed that the back cover failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure, but did not offer assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 21,600. updated 08/24/17*lj *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact heard an abnormal noise progressing from the area of the engine. the dealer (gurley leep hyundai, 5302 grape rd, mishawaka, in 46545, (574) 258-7700) was notified of the failure and diagnosed that the engine assembly needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the contact experienced the failure related to the unknown manufacturer's engine recall, but the dealer refused to provide a solution because the vehicle was excluded. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v340000 (air bags), 15v759000 (service brakes, hydraulic), and 16v190000 (steering). the approximate failure mileage was 105. parts distribution disconnect.

2011 hyundai sonata is very unsafe. i have had to have brake light recall fixed at least 3 times and the brake lights are still going out. the horn has completely gone out. the engine shuts off at random times leaving me stranded in unsafe situations. the takata airbags still have not been replaced. car is very unsafe to drive; hyundai needs to buy back all these vehicles.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving at any speed over a bump, the steering felt loose when the steering wheel was turned. the contact also heard a loud clicking noise. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the contact stated that the failures started approximately one month ago. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic (thomas brothers auto center located at 3034 clairemont drive, san diego, california) who diagnosed that the power steering shaft connector needed replacement. the contact was also informed of nhtsa campaign number: 10v426000 (steering). the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 119,000.

Airbag light turned on, and passenger dashboard cracked.

Fuel gauge and fuel pump sending unit. safety issue with the fuel gauge as it will not accurately show fuel level and will sometimes show empty because of a faulty fuel pump sending unit. the warranty on this vehicle should be extended to repair this safety issue. this started approximately two years ago and has gotten progressively worse.

Car stallled while driving. was able to restart it and continue driving. happened again. 3rd time could not restart and engine started smoking. mechanic says that the engine in seized and smoking was the starter.

My 2011 hyundai sonata started having a terrible knocking noise while accellerating on june 3, 2017, and i had to have it towed to our local hyundai dealership, bakersfield hyundai, for my scheduled appointment yesterday. i believe that the issue is most likely related to recall 132/txx3. what has me frustrated is that i took my vehicle in for inspection when first notified of the engine issues. at that time, my car had about 90,000 miles and hyundai claimed no issues were found. based upon my car’s current condition at 116,000 miles, i believe that the issue was always there, just not identified by hyundai correctly. this placed all drivers and passengers in my household at considerable risk. in fact, the vehicle has been the primary vehicle of my teenage son! as a new driver, he would most likely not know what to do if the engine completely lost power and could have been seriously injured! i have also had to miss time from work and had to pay $54 for the vehicle to be towed. all of which could have been avoided if hyundai had been more proactive about replacing the engines. now the service technicians are telling me that there engines are on backorder for up to 9 weeks! the said that i may qualify for a rental, but i doubt that my teenage son, who drives the car to school, sport activities and work will be able to use a rental since he is under 18. hyundai has known of the need to replace these engines and should have increased manufacturing replacements as soon as they became aware of the issues. i am also wondering what guarantees will be in place with the new engine block.

Have a 2011and the air bag light stays on wont go offi

Takata recall. my hyundai sonata completely died on me without any warning. one day while i was driving my 2011 hyundai sonata on the highway all the dashboard lights came on. next thinng i know the car cut off while i was doing 65 mph with my 2 year old daughter in the vehicle. luckily i was able to get the car stopped. luckily i was close to home and managed to make it safely. the next day when i cut the vehicle on i started hearing a knocking sound from the vehicle. on my way to work the car cut off two more times and when i tried to cut it on again it would not move. i had the car towed to hyundai and i was given the complete run around about reparing my vehicle. i informed the manager j that i had a recall on the engine and he said no work is going to be done without hyundais approval. so now im stuck here with no car trying to figure out ways to go to work everyday and school and transport my kid to and from school. im awaiting to see whether hyundai will honor its recall and fix my car. im a very unhappy customer and lost all trust i had in my vehicle.

Steering wheel / steering coupler. steering wheel would shake and rattle when driving over a bump( all the time) or hit a certain speed or driving on a freeway.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the contact spoke to win hyundai (3462 peck rd, el monte, ca 91731). the dealer stated that they would need to keep the vehicle for 4-5 months until they could obtain the repair part. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Airbag and engine light on

2011 sonata, car burns oil to black immediately. took car in on warranty service for front knocking noise that appeared to generate from steering wheel. replaced left transaxle, still noise took it back they replaced right transaxle. the issues with electrical still exist they've replaced the left side buttons on steering wheel even though i complained none worked correctly. now cruise control is nonexistent. the airbag light came on at 73000 miles. seat doesn't go all the way down. there is a definitive rattle originating from the engine and at times the rear end seems to have drag and shake. they inspected car for recall and of course they said my vehicle is unaffected but who knows how thorough their inspection actually is. i mean they represent hyundai so why would they want to say it was bad prior to any breakdown. right. i feel like this severe of an issue should have an independent inspection.

I have had issues with this car since i purchased it and purchase the extended warranty however all it has done is help with standard oil changes. the power steering or the steering wheel rather begin making a loud clicking noise when going in reverse it would be more pronounced i took it to the dealership and after two times there they finally said oh it's the left transaxle i took the vehicle home and immediately same sound i took it to capital hyundai and they said oh it's the right transaxle my tires have worn three times already on the front since i purchased this car in 2014 so i'm going through six tires in three years on the front end in addition to this problem i took the car in because the radio volume up button when i pressed it would initiate the phone functions of the car when i would hit cruise control resume then it would cancel the cruise control completely i told him this and they ended up replacing the left side buttons on my steering wheel but now my cruise control doesn't work at all in addition to this when i plug in iphone charger socket into the power receptacle the radio stops working and has complete interference when i pull it out the interference stops in the radio returns to normal the cooling function of the vehicle is nonexistent it blows hot air regardless until the engine gets really warm then it will blow cool air. as soon as the vehicle stops moving instance if i stop at a red light it begins blowing hot air again. when i had my oil changed in the last time i checked the oil and it was already black i took the car in for these service for the recall for the engine inspection and i feel like hyundai is going to say there's nothing wrong with the car because they're representing hyundai. i believe there should be an independent inspection facility to ensure that these engines are up to standard i don't believe my engine is ok

The steering wheel has a defective part and there is no recall. complaints all over the internet. the steering wheel clicks when you turn or hit a bump and the steering wheel is very loose. the defective part is a "coupler" that costs $5 to buy, but they want $400 for labor. this is a common known issue and it's a safety hazard, but there's no recall. it's ridiculous. i nearly lost control hitting a bump because the steering is so loose from this defect.

Air bag light stays on constantly was diagnosed as a clock spring. was also told until fixed the air bags will not deploy

Rear tail lights keep blowing out bulbs

Cruse controls does not engage and/or does not disengage.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving approximately 40 mph, a knocking sound was heard inside the vehicle. the contact also stated that the vehicle pulled to the right. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v152000 (seat belts). the contact called the dealer (hyundai of durham in durham, north carolina) and was told to bring in the vehicle for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 80,000. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while making a left or right turn, the contact heard a clicking noise coming from the steering wheel. the contact called the hyundai dealer in stockton, ca at 855-371-9460 and was informed that she needed a rubber coupling for the steering wheel. the contact was informed that the vehicle was over the mileage for the extended warranty and could not be serviced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact called the manufacturer who stated that the vehicle was over the mileage and the contact needed to pay for the repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 65 mph, the engine malfunctioned and the contact heard a loud knocking noise within the engine. the vehicle lost power completely. prior to the failure, the vehicle was taken to withnell hyundai of salem, oregon, where a diagnostic for nhtsa campaign number: 17v226000 (engine and engine cooling) was performed; however, the recall repair was not completed. the vehicle was taken to shepard's hyundai of eugene, oregon where the oil pan was tested and it was determined that metal shavings were deposited in the engine oil. the manufacturer was made aware of the failures and stated that there was no warranty coverage due to the contact's reconstructed title. the failure mileage was approximately 55,900.

Driving at highway speed on capital beltway the engine just stopped. had to coast to right shoulder with hazard lights on. near collision. car started up. later that afternoon the car started knocking and then the oil light started pulsing and then the car just stopped at highway speeds. had to limp it to the right shoulder and wait 2.5+ hours to get a tow to the dealership. 101,846 miles. i've had to replace the starter and fix the steering issue at my cost. i maintain my vehicles per factory spec and take them to the dealer for repairs. (i have a ford ranger with 240,000 miles on it!). dealer has informed me that the engine needs to be replaced or rebuilt. the 2.4l engine is notorious for this failure pattern.

Takata recall my door locks on my passenger door no longer works, have to do locking and unlocking by hand. all other doors in the car work, but not passenger. normally when the car is in drive all doors locks automatically and when in park the unlock until you lock with the remote....all does it but the passenger. dealership quoted me 378 to fix omg, these should be a recall..i regret buying this car , because it have many issues you see the recall list....

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact received a manufacturer recall notice concerning a connecting rod. the contact was unable to schedule a repair within a reasonable time frame and was uncertain of when an authorized dealer would schedule a repair. the manufacturer referred the contact to a dealer for the recall repair. in the interim, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle and there was an electrical concern. the nhtsa campaign number, vin, and failure mileage were not available.

I recently experienced a possible recall event on my 2011 sonata limited 4cy. the rear upper control arm attachment bolt sheared while at a stop light. i was stationary at a stop light, the light turned green and as soon as i starting moving the bolt sheared and i heard a grinding noise. luckily, the event didn't happen while driving on the highway at a high speed. i looked up online to see if there has been any recalls and i found •campaign tp3 - rear lower control arm replacement. i think the rear upper arm should be included in the campaign as the bolt shear was out of the ordinary and this vehicle has never been in an accident. i still have the rear crossmember that was replaced with the threaded part of the bolt still in it and the sheared bolt.

The car suddenly starts losing power and a ready sign starts blinking, two times it worked to shut it off and back on, last time it didn't work and i had to take the car to the dealer and they are investigating the issue

Hyundai sonata 2011 trouble with the push start system. brake gets hard and is unable to connect to the starting system. causing the vehicle to not know when you're trying to push start the vehicle. push brake down and try to start the vehicle but it doesn't recognize you're doing it because the brake it so hard it won't press down. major problem!! please help..if you shut it off it take up to 30minutes to get it started again

Start the car and gear appears on the shifter and the dash. while reversing from parking space, gear either slips or lurches, then gear indicator in the shifter disappears, as well as gear indicator on the dash. the car is hesitant to accelerate, as if it is in neutral. shutting off the car and restarting, everything returns to normal. this happens intermittently, and has occurred four times in the past week. attached picture of dash indicator and gear shifter shows that the car is traveling at approximately 18 mph, but gear is not indicated on the dash or gear shifter.

While driving on highway 91w, vehicle began to make a very loud rattling noise from engine. all dashboard lighting began to flash, then vehicle shut off. i managed to stop in an emergency section of highway. the vehicle electrical components turned on but not the engine. i shut off the vehicle completely, called towing service, & while speaking to the agent i noticed smoke coming out from the engine and then from inside dashboard. fire flames then immediately began to come out from the front driver-side engine. i exited the vehicle through the passenger side door, crossed the ramp lane, & watched the entire front end vehicle completely engulfed in flames. the city of riverside fire department put out the fire with the assistance of chp.

Key will not come out of the ignition seems to be an electrical issue that many people have had

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) to have the engine replaced. the vehicle was repaired with a brand new engine in april of 2016, but the engine failed again on may 9, 2016. the manufacturer declined to repair the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 128,000. *js

Airbag indicator light stays on leaving the system inoperable. safety hazard

About a week ago the airbag light came on when i started the car and as soon i began to drive it blinked for a few seconds and now will not go off. the vehicle odometer reads aproximately 116,000 miles.

Airbag light on all the time.

Was reversing out of my driveway and heard metal clank sound coming from front passenger side. i then kept driving down the block and heard something metal fall on the road. i got out and found a piece of a spring. it had rust on it where it cracked off. brought to dealer and they said it needed to be replaced and was not covered under any recall. this car model had a recall for the springs (nhtsa campaign number: 15v629000) but for some reason my car was not covered under that recall as per the vin lookup. obviously my car has that issue, the only recal similar is the under body corrosion recall, but they told me that this does not cover this type of corrosion.

Tl* the contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving highway speeds, an abnormal noise could be heard from the front end of the vehicle. the contact also stated that the door latches failed, which allowed the doors to remain open even when the vehicle was in drive. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the door latches and the front coil springs were defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that they could not be of any assistance due to the vin not being included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 10v070000(latches/locks/linkages) and 15v629000 (suspension). the contact was informed that nhtsa had issued out the recalls and they were regulated by the manufacturer. the approximate failure mileage was 135,000.

E-brake was not holding on a slope for about 2-3 days. took to service station for adjustment. mechanic adjusted e-brake, but noticed that the left rear steering knuckle was cracked and deemed it was not safe to drive. had to have the steering knuckle replaced. took photo of the defective part (attached). want some reimbursement for the replacement of a part that should not have been cracked (attached invoice). this vehicle has just under 20,000 miles on it.

Steering coupler failed at 80k high speed control of the car is knotchy and unsafe no warranty coverage as it is not powertrain

When turning there is clicking "thuds" and "clicking" sound when moving from left to right. this happens every time. i checked on other forums, a lot of users with sonata are facing this issue.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while the contact's daughter was driving 5 mph, the engine stalled without warning. on another occasion, while the contact's daughter was driving 25 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to stop. on another occasion, the steering wheel seized. the vehicle was towed to the dealer on four occasions. the vehicle was at the dealer for three months. the entire engine was replaced along with other unknown parts. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not provide any assistance. the failure mileage was 39,000.

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while the contact was approaching a yellow traffic light, the preceding vehicle accelerated and then made a sudden stop. as a result, the contact rear ended the other vehicle while driving 55 mph. none of the air bags deployed. the contact's head struck the steering wheel upon impact. the contact sustained pain to the knees, elbows, and minor bruising. medical attention was required. a police report was filed. the insurance company repaired the collision damages, but there was no investigation as to why the air bags failed to deploy. months later, the air bag indicator illuminated and, a few days later, the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v152000 (seat belts). the dealer was to schedule an appointment and indicated that the contact would need to have a diagnosis prior to the recall repair. the manufacturer was later notified of the crash and recently stated that the notice was received after the crash; therefore, the contact was waiting to determine if the manufacturer would assist. the failure mileage was not available. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving in the center lane at approximately 60 mph, the steering ability seized and it became very hard to steer. the electronic power steering and seat belt warning indicators illuminated. the contact maneuvered the vehicle to the road shoulder and turned off the engine. the vehicle was restarted and driven to the residence. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 50 mph, the contact heard a knocking sound in the engine. the contact was advised to bring the vehicle to the dealer .the vehicle was not taken to a dealer, diagnosed, or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

While i was driving my car, the shift gear switch from drive to 1st gear on it's own. unable to move the gear anywhere. it was stuck on 1st gear. i couldn't put it in park, drive, neutral or reverse. i turn the the car off, hoping to reset. the car completely stop and i was unable to start the engine nor remove key from out of the ignition. tried using the gear shift release, it won't work either. i happen to be lucky that it was on a residential area. if it happen 30 min before i was on the freeway, i would be in a massive accident.

The airbag sign is always on. and sounds from the handle.

I own a 2011 hyundai sonata se 2.4 liter sedan which i purchased in march 2011. i have encountered no issues with engine stalling or hesitation. on sunday, 05/07/17, without warning, the vehicle (mileage 57,880) would not start. the next day, the vehicle was towed from my driveway to the pearson hyundai dealership for a $109 diagnostic inspection. tuesday morning troy, the service technician, called to inform me that the car needed a starter. the cost for parts and labor would be $650/new or $250/rebuilt. i read numerous forums where consumers reference starter malfunction at low mileage. clearly, there is an ongoing issue with the starter on this vehicle. the manufacturer should take responsibility and replace the starters at no cost to the consumer.

Previously reported problem with electric power steering motor-to-shaft coupling wearing out prematurely. have received an extended warranty notice but it has already expired. issue noticed prior to 100k miles. dealer said $400 but no safety issue. now they will fix it but it is past the 100k extended warranty. this should have been a no-cost recall.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving various speeds, the steering wheel became very loose and made a clicking noise. the contact immediately took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering coupling failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 37,000. ..updated 06/27/17 *bf *as

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving various speeds or while the vehicle was stationary, the air bag indicator illuminated without warning. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving, the vehicle lost power and the engine stalled. the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the diagnosis was awaiting to be determined. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 103,650.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times. there had been multiple failures concerning the six manufacturer recalls that the vehicle was included in, and the contact was uncertain of when the dealer would provide a remedy and the parts. the steering wheel made an abnormal noise and the engine had an internal failure, in which metal fragments were released, and there was a loss of oil. the contact was unable to determine what caused the oil to lower and the premature failure of the engine. the engine assembly was replaced by an independent mechanic. the dealer had been unclear as to when the remedy and parts would be available. the vin was included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v190000 (steering), 17v152000 (seat belts), 15v759000 (service brakes, hydraulic), 15v568000 (engine), 14v433000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 10v457000 (steering). the manufacturer was notified of the failures. the failure mileage was not available.

I am a owner of a 2011 hyundai sonata and my fuel gage fluctuates showing at times i have gas and other times that i have no gas. my fuel tank only lets me put in no more than $10 at any time. i do not know any owners of the same make and model to compare this to.

The back drivers side brake light keeps burning out. this has been occurring for several months and i have replaced the bulb too many times to count. i finally took the car to the dealership who told me the wiring was bad and can cause the light to melt or fuse together. i researched this problem online and note is a common problem among the hyundai cars. i have 2 kids, still in car seats, and can't take the risk of the brake light wires catching fire. i am hoping this issue will be researched and a recall implemented.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated when the vehicle was started. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed due to the service charge fee. the manufacturer stated that the vehicle may be included in a recall for the air bags (perhaps pertaining to the clockspring). if so, the manufacturer advised the contact to call them and they would send someone to the dealer. case number: 10207834 was provided. the nhtsa campaign number was not provided. the failure mileage was 59,900.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the contact was concerned that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

All of a sudden my car is having an a problem with accelerating. i was driving 40-45mph and the car decilarrated down to 30mph then to 20mph i stepped on the gas pedal all the way down and the car slowed to almost a stop, and then with my foot still fully down on the gas pedal the rpm shot to the number 4 and the car took off from underneath me if i hadn't gotten control i would have gotten into an accident thank god no one was in front of me. mind you i had just left hyndai mechanics for the 2nd time this week with the reported problem and they still say they can't find nothing wrong. it happened randomly, but in the past week in a half more often then i'd like to count. it's a very dangerous situation especially when you have a child in the car and it's fusterating when hyundai tells you if it continues to happen bring it back, for what for them to tell me the same thing they told me twice before , the first i was turning at a light the second on a highway the 3rd down a rural one way road and another while making a u turn

Steering column recall: had the recall done by hyundai new rochelle. immediately felt and heard a difference in the steering (loose clicking sound when turning) and immediately took it back to dealer. i was told all was okay and it was part of the new recall. soon after the clicking sound when turning the steering wheel got louder and my horn goes in and out or working. was told by another mechanic (when i went to get my wheels balanced as the steering wheel shaking) that they could see the replacement from the recall but that there seems to be too much "play" between the gears so that they do not meet flush. was told it is a costly job and should go back to the dealership service department to report the problem. seems there are many more problems just like mine following this recall all over the internet.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving over 60 mph, the steering wheel shook, vibrated, and a knocking noise was present. the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 29,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking noise that originated on the driver's side. the dealer diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. the manufacturer was not notified. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 99,000.

The air bag lite is illuminated and it won't turn off. i have not been in any accident so i don't know why this lite is on.

Vehicle in motion on highway headlights, interior dash lights start flickering on and off. have had to replace driver side headlight twice owning the car just at a year. vehicle parked at home doors locked neighbors come to tell me in the middle of the night my lights are on. lights do not have the "auto" option. so the lights were off prior to locking car. the only lights lite at the time of neighbors concern were the yellow hazard lights and tail lights. unlocking and locking the car seemed to fix the issue. but this isn't the first time happening. also the in cabin dome light flickers on and off if left on the "door" option. so it has to be left on "off". seems to be a major electrical issue going on. as there are hundreds of other people complaining of the same exact issue. moving on to the engine issue. vehicle in drive at a red light idling the engine will just stall out of nowhere vehicle seems to jerk as if it wants to take off. i find myself applying more pressure to the brake because it scares me. it never shuts off completely however it does this so random that and issue can not be found.

While driving my 2011 sonata and turning left the steering wheel makes a loud clicking sound. also steering wheel makes a horrible loud noise when driving over rough roads. it sounds like it is going to break. this just started a few days ago. i also have a ton of road nose. i hope everyone experiencing these same issues will complain to hyundai.

I drove my car to work and it was just fine, went to leave that evening and my vehicle started making a clicking noise and then would not crank at all. it then poured liquid from the engine and i knew there was a bad problem. i contacted hyundai and they said there was a recall on my engine and that it would have to be replaced but it could take months to do this. i understand and am very grateful for this but i'm a full time college student and i have a job and i'm left without a vehicle. i've asked about a loaner until mine is done and they told me no because i'm not 25. i'm just out of luck and they will not help me and seem to be in no hurry to get my vehicle back to me. i can't rent one because i'm too young and i bought a $1500 to get me through and now it's not working. i need someone to please help me!!

Car is very hard to steer steering is stiff when you are driving not like power steering.

Purchased this car in september 2016,replaced rear drivers side tail light,two weeks later the same tail light blew out and i replaced it again. i have replaced this same tail light every month now since i purchased the car. i have also changed the oil faithfully since i purchased the car in september of 2016. the oil light started illuminating last month(march)then it would go out,i had the oil changed,3 weeks later the light illuminated and the check engine light illuminated again,again,i had the oil changed first week of april.i was driving home from running errands,car would not pick up speed on the interstate so i pulled off to the shoulder got out checked under the hood because the check engine light had illuminated again and the car had a knocking noise coming from the engine compartment,i check the oil dipstick,it was bone dry,i had just had the oil changed maybe two weeks prior. i had the car towed home,put a couple of quarts of oil in the car,started it up and it stalled out in the driveway. april 26,i had it towed to my mechanic shop to diagnose the issue.today april 28,2017 he tells me that the oil bearing is losing oil pressure and now i need a new engine.

Prior to the following dates, no passenger has been in my car to observe this. april 21, 2017; driving from ky to florida. atlanta had strong rain. the passenger floor became flooded. water is pouring in at the most left corner,under the glove box. also rained in florida thru georgia on april 23 - return trip. same thing but water has now overflowed from the front to the back seat. when i was asked about how long this has been happening, all i could say was i noticed a little condensation on the windshield during winter but i had no idea why so i thought it was just the cold temperature.

Rear seat, seat belt/air bag indicator light stays on. rear seat heater switches are on the armrests, passengers turn them on thinking that they are for the windows. seat heaters are left on , and drivers don't know it. causing seat belt indicator switches not to operate properly." rear seat heaters are constantly operating.".

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. after the vehicle was repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who noticed metal fragments in the engine. the cause of the failure was unknown. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 42,000. the consumer no longer owns the vehicle. updated 10/05/2017*js

In 2016, the steering column started rattling while driving to/from work: city streets, about 7 miles one way. no driving issue yet but something is broken in the steering column. the hyundai dealership looked and said its a "coupler" that's broken and... its not covered with my full warranty..? also said it could potentially effect power steering. how can it not be covered?

When driving at night dash lights flicker and go out intermittently as well as head lights flickering. then the headlights come on full bright and cannot be controlled with the interior light dimmer. not a good thing to happen at night. this does not happen all the time.

Tl* the contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving approximately 70 mph, the engine seized. when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the rpm gauge needle was in the red. the contact stated that the driver was able to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road and noticed smoke and flames under the hood. the fire department extinguished the fire. a fire report was filed and no injuries were sustained. the fire department stated that the cause of the fire appeared to be caused by fuel leaking into the engine block. the vehicle was towed to an impound lot and deemed destroyed. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 101,000.

I've had consistent problems with my engine. problems range from the check engine light coming on several times over the past 2 years, twice since 2017 started, 2). i've complained to the dealer about the abnormal amount of engine oil the car uses in less than 20,00 miles. 3). engine will not start, even when there is no alternator or battery problem. 4). car doors lock with key fob inside. 5) shaky steering wheel, that i've complained about since i owned the car. 4) seats are suppose to be leather, "leather" is cracking in the front around the base of the seat. (dealers says it's normal wear and tear. i've had leather seats before and none of them cracked).

Shortly after hearing a sound like a worn belt while driving i called the dealer/auto-shop from the vehicle and informed them that i would be bringing the vehicle in immediately, approximately 10 miles distance. roughly 1 mile from the dealership the vehicle began losing power and i pulled to the side of the highway, while calling for a tow-truck a passing motorist stopped and informed me that 'your car is on fire.' i exited the vehicle and then i saw flames coming from the engine compartment. at that time the local pd arrived and called for a fire truck. after the fire department extinguished the fire the vehicle was towed the last mile to the dealership.

I was drivinv anad with no warning at all all of the dash lights cam on and the car stopped. i had it towed to shop and was told that for someunknown cause the engine sisized, a few monts earlier hyundai recalled my vehicle for metal in the engine. the dealer said they cleaned it out but i wonder if that is why the engine seized. i would like this looked into since i have read many similar complaints on thie forum. these cars should be recalled. this is a very danagerous issue

The steering wheel and column shake and make a horrible noise anytime i hit a bump in the road while in motion. it is only getting worse. it started out not doing it all the time and now it does it anytime i hit any slight bump in the road.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving between 45-60 mph, a knocking noise was heard from the steering column and the steering wheel felt loose. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 100,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while the vehicle was operated, the steering column made an abnormal clicking sound. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for an oil change and front wheel alignment. the contact was informed that the alignment could not be performed. the technician was informed that the error in the software for the power steering caused an error in their system; therefore, an alignment could not be performed. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the technician stated that the vehicle fell under nhtsa campaign number: 10v426000 (steering), but the vin was not included. the failure mileage was approximately 123,000.

The passenger side power door lock on my 2011 hyundai sonata with 40,000 miles suddenly malfunctioned. there was no sign of error until it simply stopped working. in order to lock the passenger side door you must do it manually. you must also unlock it manually as well. this is a problem because the car does not have a key hole on the passenger side door. if the passenger needed to get in the car in a hurry it would be difficult as the driver would have to enter first and reach across to unlock the passenger side door manually. also, it makes it difficult to secure the vehicle because the driver must reach across the vehicle to lock it whenever leaving the vehicle.

Flex wheel coupler is bad causes rattles in steering wheel.

The steering wheel is rattling any time i go over a bump. its progressively getting worse.

While driving i noticed a knocking noise. i tried adding oil and the problem worsened. one day while on the highway, the car died completely. it was towed to a hyundai dealership. they identified a problem to be a rod bearings failure, but refused to repair the problem. the bank who held the loan sent it to auction. afterwards i still paid over $9000 to pay off the loan.

All lights came on in car and it immediately stopped in middle of street. had itt towed to shop and was told the engine seized for no apparent reason.

Airbag warning light is illuminated.

Driving on florida turnpike car shuts down motors blown no indication that there was an issue records provided vehicle was being maintained within a year-and-a-half later same exact thing motor blown driving down the street no indication that there was an issue motor is blown once again putting me and my children's life at risk

Engine shuts off while driving (various speeds), no power, no steering for maybe a second. it has happened three times. so far, the power comes back on within a second (did not have to put in neutral or park to restart). all have happened in city driving (have not been highway driving lately)

Steering is hard to turn when moving

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 mph and going over a bump, the steering wheel became loose and there was an abnormal noise. the contact mentioned that the failure occurred on twenty occasions in one week. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was repaired for the failure back in 2011 and could not repair it under the same recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 114,000.

My car just stalled on me yesterday april 6th, 2017 when i was driving to a friends house, on the street in motion. i was in mid-drive and it just stalled, all the dash lights went on and i couldn't accelerate anymore. i had to coast all the way to a gas station, barely making it. turned the key to the off position and back on and it just turned on again. took it to harbor hyundai this morning and they first said there was nothing wrong with it, then they told be the oil light went on and it could be engine failure and i should sell my car for parts or drive it until it fails. and what a coincidence that this morning a recall on 2013 - 2014 hyundais with engine stalling. so hyundai isn't doing anything for me. i need help, i think my car year should be included in this recap as well.

I was picking up my stepdaughter up and she shut the door, so i started to drive and my dome light stayed on then it started flickering. i was on a city street driving. it has happened multiple times so i just keep it off now.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the stop lamp on the vehicle melted into the lighting structure, which caused the brake lamp not to illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. the contact was informed that the tail lamp assembly needed to be replaced. the contact stated that the tail lamp assembly was replaced on three separate occasions; however, the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 30,000.

I have taken my vehicle in recently because my car stalled a week ago while on the highway driving 55 miles an hour. after the inspection completed at hyundai dealership, i was advised everything is okay to drive the car and we would like to complete an oil consumption test because they wanted to test out the engines consumption for what they think could be a safety recall incident. i drove the car for the first time on the interstate highway for about 85 miles since it was last in the shop, for what was said that everything was safe to drive, and i noticed today that my car started to rattle at a 65 miles an hour on i95 north in maryland- went i had to exit the highway because my car had caught on fire underneath the hood and engine of car and the scar stalled. smooth entered cabin of car and fire department was called. car was not able to be driven and was very unsafe after i was told i was okay to drive it.

Airbag engine light on. this happened while i was driving on the city street.

Car went in for engine test for the recall. engine failed the test which should have meant that the engine needed to be replaced. after 90 days a hyundai rep came to the dealership and determined that the engine did not need to be replaced. if the car fails the test how can they just deem that they don't need to fix it. also can i request that they sign a letter of liable in the event of future engine issues, since they won't fix a government mandated recall, how will i ever get them to own up to any other issues that arise?

Cruise control will not cancel with cancel button. will happen anytime i'm driving on highway and set the cruise control.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 20-30 mph, smoke billowed from the engine compartment. the dealer diagnosed that a high pressure oil line leading to the turbo charger fractured, which caused oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold and engine compartment. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 38,678. ...updated 06/13/17 *bf *as

The steering colum is loss, it pops when it tuns and jerks

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. when the brake pedal was depressed at 30 mph, the vehicle hesitated to respond and the pedal traveled to the floor. the failure recurred on two separate occasions without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the cause of the failure was unable to be determined. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 32,000. updated 06/13/17*lj *as

The air bag light won't turn off. started the car and was driving when it came on and it has been on and it won't turn off check out there is a faulty code that is showing up and the light doesn't turn off.

About 6 months ago my airbag light came on and is still on. the light is constantly on the entire time i am driving the car. it was looked at by a professional and was told that there is a problem with the air bag clock spring and it needs to be replaced. i have read several forums where other hyundai sonata owners are having the same problem.

On march 10 i took my sonata to get an oil change at superlube. i also took the car on the 11th to the hyundai dealership to check for a knocking noise i had heard in the car. they ran tests and told me my engine was fine, and i need brakes, an alignment, and tires. so i spent $800 getting these things done on my car including the oil change. well on the 18th of march in traveling my car stopped in the middle of the highway. i crank up it drive for a minute and cut right back off again. so i had the car towed to my house. they ran tests, could not find anything wrong with the car, thought it was my pulley, but it was all right. so the mechanic said let's try another oil change. started draining the oil, it was black as tar as if i had not gotten an oil change. treated the gas and the fuel injection system. still a knock in acceleration. went back to superlube to give them a piece of my mind only to find out that the manager had been having problems with gdi engines and the fuel injection system. told me that they knew about it and-and not saying anything. i was only mad because i had taken my car to hyundai twice since i had the car in a year for engine inspection and not one time did they tell me this.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the steering wheel seized. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering control module needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 170,000.

Airbag light on vehicle is on. the light is one when in park and in operation of vehicle. dealership wants $130 simply to diagnose problem. understand that airbag issues plague other hyundai vehicles that have been subject to recall.

Went to my mechanic for transmission flush, he checked engine oil found to be 3 quarts low (last oil change 2500 miles ago), no low oil indicator came on, been check oil regular now had to add 1 quart after 500 miles (mostly stop and go type traffic)

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while turning the steering wheel in either direction, a clicking noise was present coming from the steering column. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the intermediate shaft universal joint connection was faulty and needed to be repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 36,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving approximately 65 mph and getting ready to exit the highway, all the warning indicators illuminated and the vehicle's speed decreased. the contact engaged the vehicle into neutral and coasted to a gas station. the contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine seized and needed to be replaced. after receiving a notice from the manufacturer in december of 2016 to have the vehicle evaluated to determine if a new engine was needed, the contact was advised by the mechanic that the vehicle was ok to be driven. the vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense. the vin was unknown. the approximate failure mileage was 167,760.

Airbag light is on, vehicle was under normal use conditions.

Airbag indicator light is lit up on dashboard indicating a fault with the air bag.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the headlight and instrumental panel lights flickered abruptly causing the engine not to start up. the vehicle was not taken to a local mechanic or dealer to have diagnostic performed. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 63,167.

Air bag light comes on without car being in any type of accident. dealer wants to replace the entire control module. when researching this online, a tremendous amount of hyundai owners are having the same issue.

My steering wheel is cluncking & rattling very bad as if i am going to lose control. i have also ben burning oil like crazy for months.

Tl* the contact's girlfriend owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving, the contact heard a clicking noise coming from the steering wheel and an unknown warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering unit needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 127,455.

Tl* the contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. while the contact's daughter was driving, the vehicle started to smoke under the hood. the contact's daughter pulled into a parking space. upon further inspection, the contact's daughter's boyfriend lifted the hood when the engine compartment suddenly caught fire without warning. the contact stated that a general manager of a nearby store extinguished the fire. no injuries were sustained and a police report was not filed. the insurance company had the vehicle inspected and diagnosed that the fire started behind the engine due to a shortage in the windshield wiper wiring. the contact called jim shorkey uniontown kia (724-317-0282 located at 1050 pittsburgh rd, uniontown, pa 15401), but the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 75,800. updated 10/24/17*lj the consumer stated the vehicle was believed to have had a fuel leak between the engine and windshield. updated 10/26/2017*js

Steering wheel has loose spot noticeable especially when turning into a parking spot. it is as if it's pulsating or a clunking loose area when steering wheel is turned.

I have had this car for a little over a year and it has been full of recalls, some i have been told of, some i have not. this is a recent event, i got my oil changed at the usual shop and about 1000 miles before i was due (i get it every 3-4,000 miles) i was completely out of oil. i than took it to my local shop and they couldn't find any leaks or issues but warned me there is a recall for my car burning oil, which i was not told by hyundai. i took it too the dealership where my warranty is through and they did an oil change for me and told me to come back in 1000 miles. i went to the beach, was about 300 miles from my 1000 mile goal and i was again completely out of oil. i put a quart in and took it back to them and i was even out than but they refused to fix it because i had added oil on my own (so my engine wouldn't run with no oil). they are still unsure of what has caused this oil burning or how much oil my car is burning.

Transmission replaced.. starter taking more battery power to start car so starter was replaced then catastrophic engine failure. after replacement of engine- it was found that there is an electrical short that will not allow the alternator to remain charged. when the engine failed we were driving 68mph on the highway all lights, dummy lights and the power to the car started to flash, increase then decrease quickly then again and again.. thumping noise lights continued to flash/on off/etc car lost power engine died. the dealership is now saying that i am responsible for paying for diagnostics to find the underlying cause of electrical short .. i am responsible for any electrical repair that needs to happen. electrical system was not faulty prior to engine failure. hyundai should be responsible for finding the issue and correcting the problem.. the car had no alternator charging issues prior to the engine failure. a total of $13,800 has been spent on repairs and the car is still non functional. this is just not right.

I am having issues with my brakes and car starting. when i press on the brakes and use the push start button, the brakes become hard and i am unable to start my car. i keep my foot on the brake and hit the push button several times. i get off of work or drop my child at daycare and wondering if my car is going to start. i had my car serviced in early may. two weeks later the brakes lights were staying on after turning the vehicle off. i would have to tap the brakes several times to turn off. on june 12, 2017,i left work and my car wouldn't start. luckily one of my co-workers stayed with me because the rental car companies were closing. i got a ride home and got a rental the next morning. i had to tow my car and i need a starter and battery. even after the new starter, the events continue to happen at random. the dealership does not provide loaner vehicles. i can't leave my vehicle for a long time and pay out of pocket for a rental car. this is ridiculous and not safe. it's hot in texas and i can't be stranded with a 1 year old.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was towed to del ray hyundai, acura of del ray beach, florida (located at 655 ne 6th ave, 33483) where the engine assembly was replaced. the contact stated that the engine indicator illuminated directly after the repair was completed. the vehicle was taken back to the same dealer on three occasions where the fuel cap and canister close valve were replaced, but the engine failure warning indicator kept illuminating. in addition, the contact stated that the engine indicator illuminated intermittently at first, and then on a constant basis. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the failure mileage was approximately 92,000.

Had my 2 front tires changed, after they were charged the brake paddle locked up and the push button starter will not start the car and i have no brake lights. the only way to start the car is to press down on the brakes while pushing and holding the starter at the same time for about 60 seconds , the car will not move out of gear unless the shift release lock is pushed. i have no brake lights

Low beam headlights stopped working without warning while driving vehicle in rural area. was not noticed initially because was driving on well traveled road (2 lanes, main artery of city) with other vehicles and their lights illuminated the road way. however, when on a less traveled road that is when unable to see highway or surrounding areas. as a result, this forced me to momentarily pull off the highway. the high beam fortunately was working so utilized for remainder of drive home. posed potential risks - driving for a while with no lights on, turns, when getting back on the road, blinding cars in the opposite direction, making a u-turn to turn into my housing area on a multi-lane highway at 10:00 pm as this was discovered in the evening . it is unclear if this was associated with the sporadic clicking noise heard for some time which appears to originate from the front area of the car. the sound can be heard on the inside of the car and is not audible when standing outside. reported sporadic noise on several occasions to dealership for repair. was informed that they didn't know where the sound was coming from but it did not appear to effect the car; maybe a snake (actually told by dealership). no recall, or could not duplicate sound and therefore unable to address ticking.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata equipped with goodyear assurance tires, size: p205/65r16 (na). while driving 35 mph, the vehicle made a loud rumbling noise and the rear driver side tire blew out. the contact stated that the tire had several rips in the tread. the dealer was not contacted about the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the tire and vehicle failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the rear passenger side door failed to open. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer (south shore hyundai, 360 sunrise hwy, valley stream, ny 11581) where it was diagnosed that the door lock actuator failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 76,000. updated 10/30/207*js

When parking, the vehicle did not always go in park when shift lever was moved to "park". shift lever position indicator on dashboard shows blank. when returning to vehicle, car would not start. took vehicle to dealer, there was previous recall on hyundai sonata for shift lever problem but was told my vehicle has different problem. dealer replaced "inhibitor switch" to try and correct problem. looks like original recall did not correctly address the problem.

Fumes in cab while driving causing burning nostrils, headache, bad taste in mouth, gagging and nausea. 2 different hyundai dealer service departments have told me it is normal for the plastic gas tank to vent the fumes in hot weather to prevent the gas tank from exploding, and there is no repair for it. i don't know how it is safe for the driver to be breathing in those fumes. i have to park the car and get out so i can breathe. this is normally on days when the temperature is above 110 degrees, which is often in las vegas summers, and normally happens during city stop and go driving, but has also happened during highway driving. this happens with our 2009 hyundai elantra under the same conditions, as well, but the fumes are not as strong.

Upon starting the car, the airbag instrument light illuminated and will not turn off. car has 66,000 miles and i'm worried the airbag will not work as designed.

I have a 2011 hyundai sonata writing in regards to the hyundai steering gear assembly recall no. 0## i have a vehicle that has this loose steering wheel concern where this vehicle is immobile now and cannot be safely driven anytime. this vehicle has been parked in my yard since it was picked up from the dealer several weeks ago. when i spoke to the local dealership about it, i am told it is not covered due to its mileage. this item has been a concern awhile and brought more clearly to my attention when driven by my father. he describes it as "a death trap" and told me not to drive it until it corrected. there is excessive play or a loose feeling in the steering wheel and it is very slow to respond. it feel like it will fall apart at anytime when driving and it has a clicking noise when making a turn either direction. i have written a letter to the hyundai assurant program and i have been told the same thing; its not a covered warranty item. i says it is covered due to the recall no matter when it was discovered, because the assembly of the steering column is definitely malfunctioning. an upload of the letter forward to hyundai assurant program is attached to this complaint. unhappy owner oklahoma

The plastic housing for the brake light bulb melted and deformed on both the driver and passenger side. the brake light bulbs burned out and could not be replaced causing a dangerous no brake light situation. i had to replace the complete tail light assembly on both sides. from speaking with the dealer and researching online i discovered this is a very common problem.

Front coil spring had corrosion can up resulting in a fracture near the base with a large portion breaking off and hitting the tire. this is the same defect mentioned in the dec. 2015 recall campaign #15-01-049 entitled "installation of urethane protector over front coil springs (recall campaign 133)" in which on page 5, step 4 it states "-inspect the lower coils of the spring for damage or corrosion. replace as necessary, under warranty regardless of mileage, before completing the recall procedures." however, hyundai states that my vin indicates the car was manufactured outside their 2.5 month manufacturing range and is not covered by the existing recall. i suggest that the problem is more extensive than they have admitted and online searches of the owners forums shows many others with this same issue. the spring is completely sheared off and failed while in motion on a city road. i called the manufacturer and they declined to acknowledge any known defects in the manufacturing or design of the coil. note, that while most vehicles have 3rd party after-market oem coils available, there are no third party manufacturers / retails (i.e. moog, etc.) making this coil , as apparently they do not want the liability associated with the product.

When i took my 2011 sonata in for the motor recall, i was told my motor was ok. on july 11, 2017 my 2011 sonata limited suddenly stopped running while driving about 55 mph and stranded me in the middle of a busy four lane highway. i had 146 thousand on the odometer when this happened. as it was out of warranty, i had it towed to my regular mechanic. a few days later he informed me the motor completely seized. how can this be as hyundai assured me my motor was ok and i change the oil every five thousand miles with pure synthetic? i think it is one hell of a coincidence that you had a recall on that motor, you found mine to be ok, and then it suffers a complete and absolute failure. i paid my mechanic $4602.05 to replace the motor with a used motor that has 48 thousand miles on it, as i could not afford a new car. this is my last hyundai or kia.

Heard a noise in the trunk of my car while i was driving on the i was on the interstate. checked the back of the car and the right tail light assembly was hanging from the car. the only thing keeping it from falling off were the light wires. the plastic bolts were completely broken off. checked the left rear assembly and was the same. the plastic is broken and brittle. this could be a major safety issue for me and the other drivers on the roadway. called hyundai and of course they were not interested in assisting in anyway. never buy another hyundai.

At night time when my headlights are on they will flick on and off when i use my turn signals, when i turn on my brights and sometimes when i move between park and drive/reverse. sometimes it'll do it a lot and other times not so much. it is a 2011 with 114,000 miles and only started in the last few months. i wonder if this is what's causing my battery to die quicker? since i've replaced it twice in the last 4 years i've had it.

Takata recall ,failed oil consumption test

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving the vehicle, the driver's side tail light separated from the vehicle. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to glasden hyundai (located at 28000 telegraph rd, southfield, mi 48034, (877) 814-3153) where it was diagnosed that the tail light support melted. the vehicle was repaired. several months later, the passenger side tail light experienced a similar failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted or notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000. updated 09/01/17*lj the consumer paid to have the first light failure repaired. the failure recurred in both rear tail lights. *js

Interior light comes on without opening doors clicking in the steering collar motor has a winning sound and the brake light some times just blink off

While driving the car, it stalled and i struggled to turn into a parking space. i had a difficult time turning the steering wheel, then immediately on my dashboard, the eps light appeared. the car wont start immediately, it does not lock w/ the key, i have to manually lock it- when done manually the car does not start. however, when the key works the car starts. the entire dashboard has to be reprogrammed bc of the eps issue. i researched the eps issue and found the recall on hyundai for this issue. when in a stationary position, when the car does not start, i wait a moment and try several times and then it starts. my business involves traveling and this is very concerning as many times i am traveling alone.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle overheated without warning. the vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine head was cracked and caused coolant to leak. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Owned car for a year now and on he 25th of august i returned to my vehicle and started it up still in park position all lights illuminated and all except the airbag light on the dash went off. i turned the car off waited a minute and tried to turn it on again and the light still stayed on it has been on ever since.the next morning i called the dealership and my main concern was that the airbags were still working but the person working told me the airbags would not deploy in the event of an accident . i am very worried this is not the only issue i have with this vehicle and i am a single mother with 2 young children anything can happen i do not feel safe in this vehicle.

I own a 2011 hyundai sonata limited. a few days ago i started my vehicle and the air bag light flashed and stayed illuminated on the dash board. i turned the vehicle off and started the vehicle back up and the light stayed illuminated. my car has not been in any accidents for the airbag light to turn on. i went to carcomplaints.com and there are 81 complaints regarding the same issue and none of the vehicles were involved in an accident. most of the issues were the airbag coil spring needed to be replaced. if this is the case there needs to be a recall on the airbag springs. once the airbag light is illuminated on the dashboard the airbag will not deploy. this is a huge safety issue and needs to be addressed. i spoke with a representative with hyundai and they informed me there was nothing they could do about the issue besides take it to hyundai and have them run a diagnostic on the vehicle and get it repaired. the representative did not seem at all concerned for me or my family safety with her response. if you could please research this information it would be greatly appreciated.

Drivers side air bag light will not extinguish. air bag light remains on. this web site has reported 97 complaints in regards to the air bag light. http://www.carcomplaints.com/hyundai/sonata/2011/seat_belts_air_bags/air_bags.shtml do not know if this is a takata airbag system or not. either way this should be a recall due to safety concerns. apparently with the light on in this model, the bags will not deploy in an accident. this is a huge safety concern especially since this is my 19 year old daughters car. this light remains on at all times, all conditions on all roads. weather conditions have been very dry for a couple of weeks. light come on 9/18/2016

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving various speeds, there was a clunking noise when the steering wheel was turned right or left. while driving 60 mph or greater, the steering wheel and dashboard shook. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing, but the details could not be provided. the vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. the steering wheel continued to shake after the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 126,200.

During my last scheduled vehicle maintenance in april 2016, i explicitly communicated my concerns to the hyundai dealer about my engine and the fact that the oil light kept coming on when i tried to accelerate and would go off as soon as i took my feet off the accelerator. i just found out through local news and information from online blogs that this was a sign of engine manufacturing problems originating from hyundai's alabama engine manufacturing plant. the dealer did not inform me that the engine in my vehicle was being recalled. instead, i was told via the maintenance report that oil level was low and there were no visible leaks. i have receipts to prove that i adhered to all recommended owner maintenance services and have been diligent enough to service my vehicle according to the service schedule prescribed during vehicle purchase. i have strong reasons to believe hyundai has not been honest with its customer. this being because, rather than elaborate on the cause and solution to the problem (i.e. hyundai sonata 2011-2012 engine recall), information was deliberately withheld from me by hyundai. i never received a recall notice from the dealer despite purchasing the vehicle from an authorized hyundai pre-owned vehicle dealer. i'm even more frustrated because this recall was announced in september 2015, 4 months after i purchased my vehicle under warranty and paid extra to have extended warranty coverage added on my vehicle. it’s now 7 months after the recall announcement and i still have not received notice of the recall from hyundai. as of today, 3 weeks after my vehicle stalled on the on-401 highway whilst driving at approx. 100km/hr., i have not heard back from hyundai. i had to coast my vehicle to the outside shoulder of the busiest highway in north america at 9:00pm. 3 weeks on, i have no vehicle, no repair timeline and no response from hyundai

About 5 months again i notice that i can not leave my light switch in auto mode because after locking my doors and engaging the alarm i would always get a knock on the door in the middle of the night with my neighbors letting me know that i left my lights on. i did not leave then on because they go off after i hit the alarm but apparently they are coming back on by themselves. i see other people has had the same problem. i don't understand hyundai at all how many complaints do they need to realize that they made a huge mistake manufacturing these vechicles. i will never by anything thing hyundai makes again.

Over the last 5 years of having this vechicle i have replaces bulbs after bulbs low beam, high beam, brake light, tag light and so on. when having brake light replaced it was brought to my attention that my brake light housing is melting. one of the bulbs was hard to take out because the plastic assembly was melted to the bulb. i find this very dangerous this may can even cause a fire and i have to young children that's with me all the time. i see others have the same problem but there has not been a recall yet.

During my annual nys inspection, a bulb in my left driver side taillight was out. mechanic (who is the only one besides hyundai that touches my car) was perplexed. asked if i tried to replace the bulb. said no. said it looked like someone tried to pull out the entire taillight assembly (lenses and all.) i park in pretty safe areas and in an underground garage at home. he had to epoxy the assembly so it wouldn't fall out. knows my car intimately. today, while having it washed, i saw the workers pointing to the passenger rear taillight assembly. it had popped out just like the other one. i duct taped it best i can. owned several cars but have never had any taillights threaten to fall off. mechanic said it could easily fall off if i hit a bump. very strange!

At around 107,000 miles the motor on my 20111 sonata shut off on the 91 east freeway while traveling about 70mph. i was forced to pull off on the hard shoulder of the road and the vehicle had no power steering or power brakes. the motor started back up eventually but was making a loud noise and failed completely shortly after. i replaced the motor in the sonata with a used motor and repaired the damage to the suspension and tires.

Clunking in steering at low speeds or stopped when turning the steering wheel

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 70 mph, the steering wheel vibrated and required force to turn the wheel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 82,225.

The air bag warning light remained lit after starting the vehicle. don moore hyundai dealership advised me that my air bag will not deploy if a front end crash were to occur but they did not have the part necessary to replace it in stock. this is the driver side airbag. the vehicle is only 5 yrs old and has been maintenanced regularly. the 2011 model is the only year that is not included in air bag recall. safety is expected for more than 5 yrs or 60,000 miles. i was advised that the part is a coil or spring behind the airbag allowing it to deploy.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the steering wheel shook abnormally and vibrated at low and high speeds. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic who provided an alignment and diagnosed that the steering shaft connector fractured and needed to be replaced. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 10v426000 (steering). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000. updated 11/01/16*lj updated 11/02/16.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 30 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the steering wheel. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the steering wheel coupler needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 55,000.

There's a clicking sound in the steering column. this happens whenever the steering wheel is turned. the clicking occurs also when the car is stationery.

I took my vehicle in for a recall in the power steering. a few days later, there was a clunking sound when i turned my steering wheel when car was not inmotion. on the freeway, when exceeding speed of 65mph, my steering wheel violently shook and felt like i was loosing control of the car. took it back to hyundai and they said this was not because of the recall work they did and a coincidence. i strongly disagree! they charged me $500.00 to replace the steering column/coupler.

One day my airbag light just popped on and will not go off and i never be in a accident and it's kind of freaking me out a little

Starter needed replacement at 40,600 miles.

The feed line going to the turbocharger leaks oil. this is a ongoing problem for many owners. the oil leaks from a woven plastic/nylon part connected to the metal part of the line. this could cause a fire as the oil leaks to an area where it can contact the hot engine parts. oil leaks from the line both when the car is in motion and after it is stopped causing a environmental issue.

My vehicle has about 85k miles on it. i am experiencing a clunking sound when turning the steering wheel. the vehicle steering has also become quite loose/has play while driving at slow speeds. these symptoms are most noticeable while stationary or in motion below 40 mph. the looseness seems to go away when i reach highway speeds. the issue was diagnosed as a bad steering coupler by my hyundai dealer. hyundai has issued a tsb for repairing this issue that claims it does not cause any steering issues. only the clunk sound. this is false. my steering performance has changed. my steering wheel did not used to be loose at any speed. that is definitely a safety and performance issue. kia uses the exact same part and has the exact same issue and tsb for some of their cars. they have issued an extended warranty to cover their cars for that specific failure. hyundai needs to do the same thing.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while parking the vehicle, it felt as if the brakes did not hold and, suddenly, the vehicle accelerated and crashed into a building without warning. the air bags did not deploy. the contact and the front passenger were uninjured. a police report was filed. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

Takata recall.. my car is not new, but it is less than 6yrs old and my airbag light is on (will not shut the [xxx] off either. i contact hyundai they said it was the clock spring, which will cost me 400.93 dollars to fix or i will possible die in a crash. i feel this should be a recall, because this is not wear and tear this is a builder mishap...the fact that this situation could cause death and they will not fix due to safety is [xxx] insane...i quest they will not be happy until lawsuits come in place due to airbags not deploying (because the warning light will not always come on, so you wouldn't know). information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Airbag light illuminated and stay on, took the car to the dealer and i was to it needs new airbags . car is never being into accident, and it never had any problems related to airbag befor. this car is not safe as airbags can just go off with out any aparent reason. ,my other problem of this car is, when i accelerate there's pigging noise and car almost losses power this happen in middle of hiway once and lost power other times on street. took it to the dealer was not given clear answer to why the car does this.

Airbag indicator light is on, seen on instrument cluster panel. dealership diagnostic determined the issue is a faulty clock spring. car has not been in any accidents. car receives routine maintenance.

Air bag light won't go off - serviced regularly - brought this to two separate dealers not covered they said clock spring timer and it is not on recall list - they did say it is unsafe if airbags deploy if you should hit a bump - extended warranty doesn't touch airbags...

Passenger airbag lite is on "airbag off", expensive repair and many people have reported the same problem

The steering column makes a rattling noise when car is in motion making turns/bumps in road. i feel this is a safety issue/defect that hyundai should correct at their expense. i have heard of this becoming a major issue with this model. i do not feel this is something to be taken lightly as this is not something that would be considered normal wear. hyundai is aware of the problem but is not willing to correct this defected part.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect. updated 10/19/16*lj the consumer stated a steering correction was peformed prior to the recall. updated 11/01/16.*jb

Power steering recall notice issue and steering coupler/column replacements. loud noises coming from the vehicle and the steering wheel would shake. which caused problem during highway driving. wearing out my tires, absolutely unsafe to drive. it amazes me how many other sonata owners have the same issue. hyundai take action and responsibility. this isn't fare to consumers

#1today 9/18/2016 while i was driving down the road my airbag light came on. when i made my first stop the light when off. when i began to drive again the light came on and will not go off.#2 i had to pay over three hundred dollars to have my sterling coupler replaced it started with a little clicking noise when i turn to the right and afterwards began to progress and get louder. while driving the car the steering wheel will shake and vibrate until it felt as if the steering wheel will shake a lose.#3 the lights on my car will flicker on and off while driving it's very obvious at night it is a scary situation. one night they flicker and didn't want to come back on right away until i had to pull over on the side of the road until they came back on. i called my hyundai dealer and was told that it will be an 118 service charged to look at it because my warranty is up. i then contacted hyundai usa when they finally contacted me back they pretty much told me the same thing the hyundai dealer said. the problem with my lights began in 2012 but every time it took the car in the problem could not be detected so they would say and this was when i was under my warranty.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that there was a clicking noise coming from the steering wheel while driving at any speed. the dealer diagnosed that the steering coupler needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 53,000.

Periodically the car unlocks all doors at startup (push button) and you can't manually lock them. also there have been times that you could not lock the car after exiting when this occurred. the only work around i found is to "reboot" the car. the technicians have run various tests and did not come up with a cause or a solution. this is very unsafe for anyone with small children. this has been an issue with this vehicle since i bought it in july 2010. the last date this occurred was on 9/15/2016. i just entered all the issues with this car, including this safety issue related occurrence on www.carcomplaints.com.

I was driving on the freeway and my check engine light came on. then suddenly the engine lost all power and was coming to a stall. i was able to coast over to the side of the freeway, and had to call a tow truck from there.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. when the steering wheel was turned left or right, there was an abnormal noise. the dealer diagnosed that the steering coupler needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v190000 (steering), 10v457000 (steering), and 10v426000 (steering). the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 20,554. ..updated 11/21/16 *bf updated 12/13/16.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

After having a recall performed campaign 143 i was told that the steering coupling and the clock spring was bad. i left the dealer and drove back in because i heard a noise when i turned the steering wheel with the engine on. was told it was the coupling. looked on the web at home. this is a common problem. should be a recall.

Takata recall issues with steering after recall-steering coupler issues with seatbelt lamp after recall-clockspring issues with lighting-interior malfunstions issues with turbo feed line issues with a/c lines leaking

Air bag light stayed on on dashboard and dealer said it was a clock spring but i have never had an issue with an air bag in any car i have ever driven and feel it was defective

2011 hyundai sonata se with severe knocking and banging in steering wheel and column.my dealership diagnosed this as steering coupler failure. this is a safety issue despite hyundai and it's dealers denying this fact. steering is notably harder with low speed driving and feels uncomfortable at higher speeds. my spouse is afraid to drive the car until this is repaired. this issue is common on these early model sonatas as well as the kia optima. the dealerships avoid this issue until after warranty period is over, then they tell customer that it's now their responsibility to repair at $400-600.00. they are even telling customers that there is steering column failure and charging them thousands of dollars in replacement. i cannot understand how this is not considered a safety issue due to it being steering related.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, a loud clicking noise emitted from the vehicle. in addition, the contact stated that the sound was heard when making a left or right turn and became louder when driving over bumpy roads. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering coupling failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 53,000.

Steering not precise on road (larger play in wheel) and loud clunking noise when going over bumps. took to dealer and it was a steering wheel coupler that needing changing. original was rigid and they changed the design on later models. issue on play the n wheel and noise at all speeds, however felt more dangerous on freeway. car was 5.5 years old and 86k miles of mainly freeway driving.

Srs indicator light is illuminated on instrument cluster. srs may be disabled

My airbag light went on at around 90k miles. i replaced the clock spring on the steering wheel but it did not fix it. i found that there are hundreds of complaints about the airbag light for the same 2011 hyundai sonata (see website http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2011/hyundai/sonata/airbag). the dealer says that it is not under warranty and that there are no recalls for it. i am afraid that the airbag will not deploy in an accident. please help.

I purchased my hyundai sonata on 12/31/2010. it has 39,000 miles on it now. hendrick hyundai of charleston sc has informed me the steering column coupler needs to be replaced and has quoted me a repair cost of $243. i declined their offer of repair, but have become concerned as the steering has begun to exhibit an increasingly loose feeling. following my inquiry to consumer affairs at hyundai motor america, i have been informed this would have been covered under their 5 year 60,000 miles warranty, but since my vehicle is beyond the 5 year period, the warranty does not apply. as a result of my internet search, i have found this part was part of a recall for vin numbers not including mine, and that there have been numerous complaints filed with nhtsa about this issue. i suspect the fault with the part failure lies with hyundai, and i resent having to pay for the repair, which i now intend to have the dealer perform because i am concerned about the safety risk.. i further resent that hyundai has not been more pro-active about a repair issue that i suspect could be life-threatening should steering be lost at highway speed, resulting in a crash.

My vehicle has approximately 61,000 miles. when turning the steering wheel in either direction, there is severe looseness and clunk that is felt in the steering wheel.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving 5 mph in reverse, there was a loud popping noise coming from the vehicle. also, the steering wheel felt as if it would detach. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic who diagnosed that the shaft joint was separating from the steering column and a repair was needed. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Sensor for airbag is on and i don't know why. airbag has never deployed or tampered with.

No one can fix my recalls - im scared to drive this car i have a 2 year old need payoff amount to i can buy new car! nhtsa recall number: opens new window takes away from vin lookup section> 15v568000 recall date: september 10, 2015 safety risk: engine failure would result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. ecall status: recall incomplete manufacturer notes: owners may also contact the nat'l highway traffic safety admin vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236(tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov htsa recall number: opens new window takes away from vin lookup section> 15v759000 recall date: november 16, 2015 my car almost crashed itself because my vehicle staled in the middle of an intersection. also - sometimes my blinker links will not switch off for no reason and cars almost hit me because thinking im going to merge! i need out of this car its not safe for my 2 year old to drive with me!!! i am already pre-approved for a loan but this car put me in a hole!!! please help me

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

2011 hyundai sonata. consumer writes in regards to vehicle tail light assembly threaded studs embedded into brittle, badly cracked plastic. *smd the consumer stated the tail light assemblies fell ut of the body panels. the consumer believed, it was a result of poor quality plastic or over tightening the nuts on the studs at the factory. *jb

When turning at low speeds, the steering wheel clicks/knocks to the point where it feels as if the steering is not engaging for a moment then reengages. at the point of the click/knock, there is no resistance in the steering wheel. then as you continue to turn the wheel, the resistance in the steering wheel returns.

I was originally told of a clicking sound in april of 2016. i was never able to hear the sound until later on. that clicking noise has turned into a loud clunking sound. the steering was loose and a shaking in the steering wheel with rattling sound at 65 mph. i thought the shaking was caused due to an alignment being needed which i had done today 9/6/2016. i hear this sound when backing or parked while turning the steering wheel to the left or to the right. i have an appointment scheduled with hyundai 9/7/2016.

I have had this 2011 sonata for just 4 month it has 77.000 miles and since i bought it i have called the dealer several times because the car has a knocking sound coming from what i think is the engine specially at low speed the sound becomes louder and at times the oil pressure light will flash on and off. dealer said they inspected and can't find anything i am very scared that this is a mayor issue and was also told by the dealer that there are no recalls for that year but it just doesn't make any sense that a car will do that for no reason. i don't know who else to contact, i did buy and extended warranty when i purchased the car. someone please help.

Clock spring assembly inside steering column to deploy airbags is malfunctioning and needs to be replaced in order for airbags to deploy.

I noticed a clunking sound when i turned the steering wheel. i also felt like the front tires and steering were very loose. driving over bumps or pot holes the wheels felt like they were shaking even though the steering wheel was held tight and not moving. after researching this problem, i found that it is a common complaint due to a power steering coupling going bad. sonata has a technical service bulletin 14-st-002-1 regarding this problem. i have attached the tsb. the problem became noticeable 5 years and 1 month after i bought the car. the tsb says there are "no steering performance issues associated with this condition". i strongly disagree with this statement. the degraded couple introduced play or wiggle room in the connection between the steering wheel and front tires. when the car is parked, you can rock the steering wheel back and forth to hear the clunking noise. when this is done, you can tell that the steering wheel was moving further than it should without the wheels moving. at first i thought my front wheels were loose. i believe that this issue is very much a safety concern and should be a recall. during my last visit to the dealer to fix other recalls, i paid the $275 to fix this problem since i did not feel safe driving the car with this problem. since it was over 5 years, the dealer would not replace it under warranty. thanks, wyman

When turning, a popping noise is heard and also felt in the steering. also, when traveling at interstate speeds, the steering wheel shakes. in addition, when turning the wheel while backing the car the popping noise is also heard and felt something is very wrong, please help!

I noticed a clunking sound when turing the steering wheel. after researching this problem i found this to be common complaint due to power steering coupling going bad, sonata has a tsb 14-st-002-1 regarding this problem. the tsb says there is no steering performance issues associated with this condition. i strongly disagree with this statement. the degraded coupler introduced play or wiggle room in the connection between the steering wheel and the front tires. when the car is parked, you can rock the steering wheel back & forth to hear the clunking noise. when this is done, you can tell the steering wheel was moving further than it should without the wheels moving. also you hear and feel the clunking sound at low speeds turning the steering wheel back and forth. you can feel loose playing in the steering wheel before the tires move in either direction. i believe this issue is very much a safety concern and should be a recall. also i feel this should have been part of the safety recall for the column shaft ecu replacement since it is a safety concern issue with the steering system

Tl* the contact owned a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the engine seized and the vehicle made an abnormal noise. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the metal in the oil pan and the engine assembly needed to be replaced. the contact stated that the vehicle was remedied under nhtsa campaign number: 15v568000 (engine); however, the contact was charged for the labor. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the failure mileage was approximately 64,000. updated 11/07/16*lj *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while the vehicle was stationary, the air bag indicator illuminated without warning. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the failure mileage was 94,044.

Air bags

Intermediate steering shaft is giving me problems

Brake lights would not turn on.

Had no idea there was this many complaints about the steering i as well had a rattle in the steering when i went over a bump or turned my wheels it would make a loud noise, was told by someone in my hometown they had an elantra that something in steering broke and caused them to brake so i was really paranoid then. i called the dealer told me exactly what it was as soon as i told him how it was doing and that's a $200 fix i said this must happen a lot reply was yes in sonatas and elantras why isn't there a recall my car doesn't even have 58,000 miles on it and have never had anything like this happen in any other vehicle i have owned. once drove one for 15 years never had this problem!!

Brought the car in for the steering recall and they tell me the steering coupler is bad will cost $400 to replace and is not covered under the recall. i see numerous people are having serious steering issues because of this faulty part. the 2011 sonata with 68,000 should not be having this issue. why wasn't this included with the recent steering recall

When starting and moving into a drive gear from park, or while at a stop in drive, the vehicle will suddenly lose its drive letter display and will feel like the transmission is not engaged. this is still occurring after the dealership inspected the vehicle for this issue. this issue has occurred repeatedly. after the vehicle is turned off then on, the drive letter display reappears with the drive letter that i moved the transmission shifter to. when the transmission is moved to reverse, the drive letter disappears again. sometimes this happens 3 or 4 times immediately in a row. it has also happened while in drive at a stop and has required that i turn off the engine then turn it on again to see the drive letters.

I am experiencing clicking noise as i turn my steering wheel either direction while driving and stationary. steering wheel shakes & rattles when i drive over uneven pavement in addition steering wheel vibrates and shakes hard when i reach speeds above 70mph. there is no current recall for steering coupler for 2011 hyundai sonata

Seemingly out of the blue, the steering wheel began to have extra give when turned even slightly. days later, a rattling sound in the column started, especially whenever i hit a bump in the road or turned corners. i took the vehicle to the dealership and was told it was a broken column coupler.

Takata inflators: had a car fire from fuel line per fire dept information. i was on the 405 west bound fwy when i started to smell gas and the front hood of the car i noticed black smoke coming out. i got out of the fwy and then parked the car, when someone driving of the opposite direction yelled for me to get out of the car. i turned off the car and ran out to the side walk within a few minutes the car when up in smoke and then it exploded twice. people from the surrounding businesses came out to see if i was alright. the owner of the flower nursery came out and called the fire dept. they arrived and turned out the fire.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds or making left or right turns, there was an abnormal noise coming from the steering wheel. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that a steering boost needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. however, the remedy for nhtsa campaign number: 16v190000 (steering) was performed. the vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 77,467.

Steering has become "loose". it started out a month ago with just slight vibration when driving, now when turning steering wheel in either direction, wheel clicks and shifts from side to side. also, when going over bumps, the steering wheel makes clanging noise.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. while driving various speeds, the steering wheel shook. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 10v426000 (steering). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 92,000. updated 12/01/16*lj the power steering electric motor coupling was replaced. updated 12/19/16.8jb