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2011 Hyundai Sonata Problems and Repair Histories

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2011 Hyundai Sonata

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Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 12000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 13000 0 Engine light on, car running rough, getting poor gas mileage. Replaced something which managed the fuel mixture. 
Aug 2011 14700 0 seat belt failed again 
Nov 2011 16000 159 Problem with brake, couldn't get car out of park without pumping brake pedal and working with it. Dealer said it was a common problem. Update: happening again, dealer says no permanent fix yet. 
Jan 2012 17000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 0   First odometer entry
May 2010 1000 0 Car has slight hesitation with very light gas throttle. Told "normal" but not convinced. Drove another car, noticed same, so probably a design flaw. Traded because felt could be a safety issue. 

 

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2011 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 0   First odometer entry
May 2011 4000 0 Check Engine Light came on, code was for evaporative emissions system, or something like that. A pressure check was done, with no problems found. No repair was made for this issue. Driver's door was not aligned correctly, so the trim and curves on the body didn't line up between doors. Door was readjusted so it lines up properly, but the trim is still a little off. 
Jul 2011 6000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 18000 0 The parking brake sticks in 'parked' and cannot be easily released. A problem with 2011/2012 Sonatas, must press Start button for as much as 20 secs for the brake to release. 
Mar 2013 24000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 0 Taken in two days after delivery for a suspension noise. Made an adjustment, noise back the next day. Suspension noise turned out to be a structural defect in the welding process. It's been a lengthy process, but they are replacing the car. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 2000 0 Camber bolt replacement for left pull issue. 
Aug 2012 10000 0 Bluetooth would not work properly. Steering wheel would not always return to center from a turn. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Saskatchewan, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 16920 0 Catastrophic engine failure. Engine died while on highway. Engine, turbo and multitude of sensors were eventually replaced. Problem not fully diagnosed. 
Mar 2013 21700   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 42000 50 Check engine light on. Local mechanic read as turbo waste gate. Recommended I go to the dealer if it recurred. 
Jan 2013 44300 0 Check engine light on, lack of power. Turbo waste gate adjustment 
Mar 2013 49000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 13640   First odometer entry
Jun 2012 25420 0 Engine developed a severe oil leak. 
Sep 2012 33480 0 This car has a problem pulling left at highway speeds. Third time to the dealer for this, we do 90% highway driving 
Mar 2013 42780 0 Car would not start. Dealer replaced switch in brake pedal. second time for this repair. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 22000 0 Check Engine Light On - Replaced transmission temperature sensor 
Mar 2013 28000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 2000 0 Clunk over sharp bumps from front end, new sway bar ordered 
Jul 2011 4000 0 Clunk over sharp bumps from front end, new sway bar ordered. Back again for new Sway Bar did not fix the clunk. back again dealer hooked up sound tracers now feel needs strut on order 7/15/11 
Nov 2011 10000 0 Driver seat moved side to side when exiting car and on turns. Had to contact District Manager for Hyundai to have him see issue and request dealer order full seat bottom brackets, motors and rails Dealer installed new seat frame and fixed the movement problem 
Apr 2012 12000 0 Seat movement problem came back. Also never repaired suspension clunk. Sold car in part because they couldn't fix these two issues. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Oregon, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 8000 0 sunroof sqeaking and trim misaligned 
Jun 2012 22000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 14260 0 Issue with noise in roofliner, above drivers head, towards center pillar. Dealer replaced sunroof, which was not the issue (I had advised as such. Then new sunroof leaked. Dealer corrected sunroof, which had not been installed correctly. Also added foam tape to area they thought noise was coming from. Did not fix.  I ended up fixing by spraying white silcoine lube under the headliner-into roof area. 
Apr 2012 18600 0 Some paint issues that needed repairing under warranty (minor issues). Bodyshop delay meant it was there longer than expected. Still have sunroof issue. 
Oct 2012 24560 0 Turbo not responding at start up. Have to shut down and turn back on for Turbo to work. Repaired electronic waste gate. After Turbo repair, check engine light came on. Rough starting/idle. Injector issue on cylinder #2. Showing Misfire. Injector ended up being replaced. 
Jan 2013 27900   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 25000 0 Battery died 
Mar 2013 33000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2012 26000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 26000 0 Brake sensor was bad. Car would not start with the smart key sometimes. The traction control light would come on randomly. 
Apr 2013 34000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 1000 0 Interior pillar molding came loose at 150 miles. Part defective and replaced. 
Dec 2012 22000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 6000 0 Auto refused to push button start. Towed to dealer. Dealer stated it was probably brake switch failure and they had seen 'a lot of this issue'. Brake switch replaced. 
Sep 2012 13000 0 Plastic frame around drivers seat split where corners meet. New plastic frame pieces were ordered and the broken pieces replaced under warranty 
Mar 2013 19000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 14000 0 Steering does not track properly - dealer updated the software for the electric steering computer and realigned the wheels 
Apr 2012 21000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2011 16000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 18000 0 My 3rd attempt at repairing a stereo that comes on and off and changes the channel by itself. (replaced once) Driver power window switch & outer entry push button on handle both moody. Auto-delay headlights won't stay on at engine shut off. Driver power window switch inoperable at times. Window does not rise, usually when raining. Push button on driver's outer door handle for remote entry without using key does not work often. Pressing the button does nothing and no "click" is heard or felt and the door does not lock or unlock. A pain when arms full of luggage etc. I park in the dark often. The headlights are supposed to stay on for XX seconds after turning off the ignition for perimeter visibility. Rarely works, except for the dealer of course. 
Jan 2012 19000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2011 7000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 32000 0 Replace car stereo 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 0 Check Engine Light appeared shortly after arriving home from delivery. Dealer reset it, and said it's nothing to worry about. Engine started stalling. Dealership thought it may have been a fuel contamination or bad spark plugs; upon disassembling the engine it was found to have a broken/melted exhaust valve in cylinder #2.  
Dec 2010 0 Engine started stalling. Valve melted into cylinder. Scratched up the walls and base, and damaged the Turbocharger. Dealership replaced Engine and Turbocharger. 
Jan 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 1860 0 Cylinder 2 misfire; car almost stalling at low revs. Reset check engine light. All cylinders reported normal. 
Jun 2011 9300 0 Replaced paddle shifters and car was shiftable from 1st to 6th gears; previous to that sensor was broken and the only drivable gear was "D". 
Sep 2011 14880 0 Newly installed paddle shifter assembly broken; no manumatic transmission selectable. Replaced paddles again. 
Jan 2012 16740 0 Paddle shifter quit working. Recurring problem. Ordered parts over the phone at the dealer and replaced after the paddles were received at the dealer. 
Jan 2013 26440 0 Misfiring; engine light was on. Re-gapped a spark plug. 
Mar 2013 27280   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 10300 0 TSB for car pulling to left. Dealer preformed TSB. Drivers seat moved slightly when corning, was tighten by tech. 
Jul 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 10000   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 39000 0 The brake switch malfunctioned once. The dealership told me how to override it, which I had to do once. Didn't have any other issues with it. Was replaced under warranty. 
Mar 2013 55000 0 Paddle up shifter switch would not work 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2012 36000   First odometer entry
May 2012 37500 0 Car would not start. Switch in brake pedal was not registering that the brake was pressed. The paint on the back of the trunk is bubbling and peeling off. I took this to the PUGI-Hyundai repair shop and because if was just over 36K they said that it was no longer under warranty. 
Jun 2012 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 26060 0 Drivers side door seal torn/ripped. Service manager states driver entry is the problem. I'm the driver and I don't touch the frame entering vehicle. I can't account for rip; repaired under warranty though. 
Aug 2012 39060 0 Transmission sometimes failed to shift out of park. Inhibit switch replaced umder warranty. 
Sep 2012 40920 0 B1S2 O2 sensor replaced. 
Mar 2013 50220   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2011 19000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 19000 0 Knocking or Pinging of the Valves when accelerating. Display fades when temperature inside car is warm/hot. 
Sep 2012 31000 0 Traction Control Light stays ON. 
Dec 2012 35000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Alabama, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 2000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 15500 0 The gas floater/sensor went bad and wasn't registering the proper fuel level. 
Sep 2012 17000 0 Faulty brake switch would cause car not to start (push button start) could be over-ridden with 30 second push button hold. Switched out break switch. 15 minutes, covered by warranty. 
Jan 2013 21000 0 Never fixed gas level sensor, and it was getting worse when last had the car. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Germany
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2012 9300   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 9920 0 Low oil pressure light came on. Oil level was good. Dealer replaced oil pressure switch, but computer still thinks there isn't any oil pressure. Car is still with the dealer. Dealer states the chain that operates the oil pump failed. They ordered more parts, but still waiting on a new oil pump to arrive. Car has been with the Hyundai dealer for over 30 days now. It's a U.S. spec car in Germany. Oil pump and other associated parts replaced and vehicle fixed after 5 weeks with a local dealer. 
Jun 2012 11160 0 The push button start failed to function. Identified problem to be the brake light switch. Received replacement part from dealer (under warranty) and replaced it myself. 
Mar 2013 13640   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 2000 0 Check engine light came on upon start up. Remained on through trip though car operated normally. Stayed on next day during morning trip, off during afternoon trip. Problem solved with ECU reflash. 
Dec 2011 20000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 16000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 16000 0 Cell phone won't stay paired with vehicle; when disconnected locks up Navi. 
Sep 2011 16000 0 cell phone integration issue 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Mississippi, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 40300 0 The brake would not release on the keyless ignition. Car often wouldn't start. Fuse was shorting out. Replaced fuse. 
Dec 2012 61000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 4000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 16000 0 The actuator switch on brake pedal was not triggering so the push button start did not sense my foot on the brake. The car would keep asking me to depress brake when I was.  
Apr 2013 46000 0 The Brake Switch was recalled and replaced at no charge. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 0 Check engine light cleared, checked for leak in fuel system - none found. Gas cap not properly sealing Check engine light on. Cleared light, checked fuel system for leaks, gas cap not sealing properly 
Jun 2011 0 Check engine light, checked for fuel leaks. Gas cap not sealing properly 
Jul 2011 7000 0 Check engine light was on. Replaced gas cap. Did not fix problem 
Sep 2011 8000 0 Check engine light was on. Replaced fuel pump, charcoal cannister and other related parts. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 46000 0 switch on brake to allow engine starter to engage 
Dec 2012 50000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 0 New Transmission ordered on 27 Dec 10. Received new trans mision at Lee Hyundai on 4 Jan 2011 INW currently est completion date 6 Jan 2011 transmission sliped after initial take off loud bump, bang into next gear, let off pedal let it coast, pressed pedal rpms raced to 5k released tranny stuck in 4th gear limped to dealer no word on repair yet 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2012 0 Sonata SE with push button start. Car would not start because the car was telling me to push on the brake pedal when I was. Dealer diagnosed problem as the brake switch and was replaced free of charge. 
Mar 2013 61000 367 Engine starter suddenly stopped working when I went to start the car in the morning. Starter would make noise, but would not engage on the engine. Took dealer about 1.5 hours to replace. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 0 engine would not turn off again 
Jan 2011 0 dash and console rattles 
Feb 2011 0 replaced air conditioning compressor 
Mar 2011 0 replaced tire pressure sensor(still have porblem of low pressure warning light coming on) 
Apr 2011 0 repair noise in exhaust shield (still have the noise) 
May 2011 0 replaced radio replaced shifter (2nd time), replaced start button, replaced brake light switch 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 1000 0 Rear brakes would squeak when coming to a stop on bumpy pavement. Dealer finally found a chip on a brake pad. Replaced rear pads and resurfaced rotors. Noise was eliminated. 
Oct 2011 4700 0 Dealer performed service campaign to correct pulling to the right. They replaced both front struts and aligned the car multiple times. 
Mar 2012 9000 0 Front passenger seat headrest was rattling when in the up position. Dealer ordered a new headrest - rattling has stopped for now. 
Aug 2012 13500 0 front passenger headrest began rattling again. Dealer "increased the tension" in the headrest mounting. Seems better for now. black B-pillar trim was coming off. Body shop replaced the black tape. appears okay now 
Oct 2012 15000 0 Drivers power window switch only worked intermittently. Dealer replaced switch - no problems since. 
Mar 2013 19000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 7000   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 8000 0 Steering locks up and ESC light comes on and stays. Fixed in third repair attempt, found loose wire in steering column. 
Oct 2012 47000 0 Engine blown. No warning except lifter sound (like marble in a can). Heard only above 1800 RPM under acceleration. Under 1800 car drove normally. No leaks, temp, smoke. KEEP GOOD RECORDS! Would take two months to get new engine, traded. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 0   First odometer entry
May 2011 8000 0 AC compressor failed. Brake pedal switch faulty preventing push start to reliably function 
Jun 2012 25000 0 TSB work to correct faulty fuel line clip. metal fuel lines vibrate on firewall at 1750 rpm 
Mar 2013 37000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Hyundai Sonata in Delaware, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 27700 0 airbag light/radio unit was drawing too much current from the battery leading to battery discharge. the unit was replaced under warranty. 
Mar 2013 46000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Nevada, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 1000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 34000 0 Radiator developed a crack in the plastic below the radiator cap. It was slowly losing fluid. The Radiator was replaced under warrenty at no cost. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 8000 0 3/10 No Start. Replaced brake light switch. Battery dead. Would not start. Towed to dealer. Battery replaced, dome light switch replaced 
Oct 2012 10000 0 Silver peeling on mirror, replaced it. 
Mar 2013 11000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2012 23000   First odometer entry
Apr 2013 40000 0 replace front pads 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2012   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 0 Cleaned out debris from ac system and hose, it was gurgling and letting water into the cabin. How does it get debris when theres a filter in-between? Still gurgles no water cross fingers E brake keeps seizing up / sticking/clunks when released also sometimes making the wheel drag on gravel dealer took apart entire emerg brake system,lubed every thing up, clean rust from e brake drum etc. Not sticking anymore but clunks. Took a pilar trim off and added a shim where it meets the dash. Still makes noise, in fact it's worse. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2012 34000   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 43300 0 Front seat fabric separated The steering wheel - switches that operate the phone and volume - the paint had started to peel. The dealer recommended replacement. It took three visits for them to get it right, finally ending up replacing the whole steering wheel. The transmission is also apt to act a little 'jerky' at times. However, since it spits out no codes, its considered ok. 
Apr 2013 51000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 24000   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 25000 0 Brake light switch went out 

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2013 38000   First odometer entry
Apr 2013 38000 0 Replaced NAV/Radio under warranty. Experienced issues beginning after 30K mile service. RSM had to authorize out of warranty replacement. Creaking suspension Rattling Exhaust Clicking transaxle during sharp turns when extremely cold 

 

Hyundai Sonata in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 24800   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 32240 0 A/T temperature sensor shows cold transmission. Service bulletin put out by Hyundai on this problem. Result was rough shifts occasionally and check engine light on at higher altitudes (5,000 ft +). 
Mar 2013 52700   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2013 20000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 21000 0 Bad transmission sensor. Replaced under warranty. Issue with driver seat frame. Squeak. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 17000 0 Right side a-pillar molding kept falling off. It happened since the car was new. We didn't repair it but it was annoying. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2012 29000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 30000 0 starter button needed to be replaced. car would not start because of technical bulletin on this part. 
Mar 2013 34000 0 Left Rear Taillight assembly fell out. Manf defect. Assembly had been forced into place and held there by glue which gave way. Dealer replaced no questions no charge. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 2000   First odometer entry
May 2012 9300 0 Tires needed replacement at 8,500 miles due to poor alignment at delivery. Camber still out of spec. Machens Hyundai suggests more frequent tire rotation rather than repair. Talking to Hyundai Zone Manager. 
Dec 2012 14300 0 Engine unusually noisy under load -- a type of clattering sound. I suspect pre-detonation, but dealer says sound is normal. 
Feb 2013 15000 0 Driver's seat loose in fore-aft operation. Dealer said it would cost $1,500 to fix and would not cover the repair under warranty. Will try another dealer. 
Apr 2013 15000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Idaho, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 25000 0 Car would not start. Brake pedal interlock switch was bad, and possibly other systems/issues as well. Dealer also performed the recall on the fuel filler door, which we did not know about. 
Mar 2013 36000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 2000   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 14000 1 brake light switch failed. Car wouldn't start. Dealer repaired it, now it's fine. This is a common failure, and I don't understand why they don't issue a recall. 
Mar 2013 20000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 14880   First odometer entry
Jun 2012 44640 0 Sunroof button broken 
Mar 2013 47740   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Delaware, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 0   First odometer entry
May 2012 22000 0 Faulty brake light switch, randomly caused ESC light to remain on, car to get stuck in certain gears while driving, rpms to drop to zero while driving 
Jul 2012 24000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in South Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 1000   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 14700 0 Replaced Brake Switch 
Mar 2013 20000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2012 34000   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 36000 0 Brake switch failed, causing traction control and brakes to prematurely activate. 
Mar 2013 43000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2012 32000   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 33000 125 Heard a loud bang while turning left at approx 40 mph, car jerked real hard. There was also an electrical burn smell inside the vehicle as a result of the incident. Service couldn't duplicate the issue thus, no repair was done. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 4340   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 19840 0 radio went dead (no audio) and was replaced 
Jun 2012 24180 0 Brakes. Cost was $750.00. 
Jul 2012 24180 145 Front brakes replaced with ceramic pads 
Sep 2012 26660 0 After a wheel alignment, rotating tires, car still pulls to left. There is a TSB for that problem, but I cannot find it on Hyundai's web site....anybody having the same problem?? 
Oct 2012 27280 0 Car pulls left all the time....dealer cannot find the problem....everything humanly possible was done....this problem is now in the hands of Hyundai Canada. Hope they know what to do!!!! 
Dec 2012 31000 0 Finally repaired the pulling problem....it now pulls less than before.... 
Mar 2013 35340   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Kentucky, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 36700 0 Brake light switch failed on a "Push to start" car. Unable to start car in normal fashion. Had to HOLD start button for 30 seconds. Known problem per internet forums on 2011 Sonata. 
Sep 2011 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 4000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 15000 0 would not start, new computer installed 
Mar 2012 30000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 3000   First odometer entry
May 2011 7000 0 Car would not always start. Replaced faulty brake light switch. 
Nov 2011 9000 59 low tire pressure 
Aug 2012 14500 82 Needed a new battery 
Dec 2012 15000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 0   First odometer entry
May 2011 5000 0 Fuel gauge wouldn't show above 1/2 full even though fuel tank was full. Problem corrected itself. 
Feb 2012 14000 0 Gas cap release wouldn't open gas cap 
Mar 2013 22000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 8000 0 TSB on glove box rattle. Installed foam padding kit per Hyundai TSB. Problem resolved. 
Sep 2011 25000 0 Wire harness that is attached to the inside of the trunk lid was rubbing away weatherstripping. Applied zip tie to hold it away from weatherstripping. Fixed problem. 
Jul 2012 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 1860   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 5160 0 dead battery.car sitting in heated garage two day,tried to start not even interior lights. Had battery and alternator tested under load. Every test normal.No explanation of how this happened. 
Mar 2013 10540   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Kentucky, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 2000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 11000 50 Fuel indicator lights inconsistent. Shows empty fuel tank when there is 1/2 to full tank of fuel. Dealership wanted more information on problem before attempting repair. 
Jul 2011 11700 200 Sensor was replaced, no questions asked 
Oct 2011 14000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 11000 0 The brake sensor was not working correctly, so the electric starter would not reliably engage, often having to press it 5 times. The tech found the issue and repaired the connection. 
Oct 2012 26300 0 Car wouldn't always start; car thought brake pedal wasn't pressed in. Hyundai recognized problem immediately as a brake light switch requiring replacement. 
Mar 2013 33000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Kentucky, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 9000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 10000 0 ordered part for rear seat heater 
May 2012 18000 0 wouldn't start, charged battery and replaced brake light switch 
Mar 2013 28000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Louisiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 7000   First odometer entry
May 2011 13000 0 Had an appt. with Hyundai representative. He rode with me in the car while I drove and he put his hands on the steering wheel while I was driving. He would not commit to answer at all. Very disappointing. No fix as yet,  Bumper detached following steering recall. Hyundai Customer Service says parts for front bumper put on, but dealer denies it all, because now left front fender well has parts torn off and hanging down. Told by Hyundai that DEALER has banned me. 
Jul 2011 15000 2 Was told that a transmission TSB was done to my car. I could tell a difference in driving the car, it did seem tighter than before. 
May 2012 27000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 16000 0 Catastrophic Internal Engine Failure. Entire engine replaced $7300.00. 
Sep 2011 29000 0 Car would not start. Switch on Brake Pedal was replaced. Car now starts. 
Mar 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 6000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 7000 0 Front bumper assembly is held together with very thin plastic tabs that easily snap. Poor engineering. Faulty use of thin plastic tabs. Disappointed. Was told it's not under warranty. I am very disappointed. 
Feb 2011 7500 0 Front bumper tabs were replaced with an epoxy and two pin rivets. I'm OK with the repair. 
Aug 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 3000   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 7000 0 Front windsheild has wavy glass. Optically flaw and dangerous - like driving with a wet windshield 
Jan 2011 10000 0 still bad glass; been replaced twice but still substandard. Hyundai Rep says he is researching and will get back with me. Apparently all their replacement glass must be substandard as all three windshields I have had are warped. 
Dec 2012 55000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Alabama, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 10000   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 10000 0 Engine starting problems relating to brake pedal sensing switch. Often car wont start even if pedal is depressed. Replaced switch but problem still exsists.  
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Kansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 0   First odometer entry
May 2011 18000 0 I had trouble starting the car with the brake depressed. The brake sensor was bad and had to be replaced. Rear dome light would get stuck. 
Feb 2012 34000 0 Sun roof leaked. 
Aug 2012 45000 0 Leaking sun roof. TSB was done to resolve it. Trip button on the steering wheel failed. 
Jan 2013 49000 0 Brake caliper was stuck 

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 4000 0 Replace leather cover on rear seat. A few of the stitches were visible at a seam in bright sunlight. 
Mar 2012 20000 110 Plastic ticking noise in headliner near sunroof. Repair unsuccessful. They are having a difficult time finding it. Hyundai has authorized repair so no additional expense beyond 1 hour diagnosis. Leaving at dealer on 4/9 while on vacation. 
Apr 2012 21700 0 Tech dropped headliner and found noise coming from a place where 3 seams are spot welded together. Added separation between 2 pieces of metal. Noise gone. Silence is golden. 
Oct 2012 30000 0 Drivers seatback leather wearing at bolster. Dealer replaced leather cover no charge. 
Nov 2012 31000 0 Brake light switch failed. Dealer replaced at no charge. Drove in at 8 AM, left at 10 AM. 
Mar 2013 36000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 8000 0 clock spring clicking, must be replaced 
Jul 2011 10000 0 Brake switch faulty. I have the Limited with a push button start, so I could not even turn the starter, but I used the over ride to get out of park and roll it out of the garage into range of a tow truck.  
Aug 2011 12000 0 clock spring replaced 
Sep 2012 33000 0 I Noticed water leaking in to the passenger cabin on the passenger side floor, it was a clogged condenser drain plug, dealer cleaned out and problem fixed. 
Mar 2013 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 32000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 35000 0 Son told me brake lights were out (not the third light). Took to the dealership and the service people checked it. Informed the that the lens housing on both lamp assemblies were melted and the bulb could not be removed. They repaired one. 
Aug 2011 36000 0 Only one lamp assembly was replaced, informed the dealer that both should have been. A little back and forth and they replaced it. Going down the highway and heard a thump from underneath the car. Did not run over anything. Went to the service department and explained what happened. They performed ecm update. Replaced shifter knob. 
Mar 2012 56000 0 My son could not get the car to start, I went down to where he was and got it started by holding the start button for 30 seconds. Over the next few days it became worse, took it to the dealer and they replaced the brake pedal switch again. 
Jul 2012 75000 649 Originally O2 sensor was bad. Then they told me the catalytic converter was cracked. Repair ordered suggests that they might have damaged it replacing the sensor. Also brake fluid change. 
Mar 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 7000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 0 Passenger Seat Cushon, and brake pedal shift sensor. 
Oct 2011 15000 0 O2 Sensor 
Jun 2012 21000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 3300 0 Air bag warning light came on steady on 6/13/10, mileage 2175. Taken to dealer 6/17/10, mileage 2797. Part ordered after inspection of problem. Part (control module) installed 6/23/10, mileage 3026. Problem has not recurred. 
Aug 2011 20000 0 AC compressor would shut down intermittently while driving - hot days. Troubleshot to pressure switch, ordered and replaced. 
Jul 2012 31000 0 press to start button inoperative 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 11000 60 Car pulls to the left. Technician indicated there was a maintenance bulletin about the problem, but when they test drove the car, they could not duplicate. Problem seems more pronounced when braking. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 0   First odometer entry
May 2010 4000 0 Original plastic clip was slightly irregular and wouldn't hold the "A" pillar in place at the top. Barely noticeable, took about 5 minutes to fix, and didn't cost me a penny 
Jan 2012 24300 0 CEL came on. Second O2 sensor readings were bad. Dealer determined it was bad and is replacing it free under warranty, waited almost two hours to find out what was wrong, now i have to go back in a week for another 1.5 hours to have it fixed 
Jan 2013 35000 0 Headlight high beam switch was loose and high beams would randomly flicker 
Mar 2013 37000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 23000 0 Push button starter would not work. Parts were replaced and computer flash. This issue was also a recall. 
Dec 2012 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 6000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 11000 0 Some sensor in the brake was not working so the vehicle would not start. 
Apr 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 4340 0 Security system honk works intermittedly 
Apr 2012 7440 50 Creaking noises when turning left. Call pulls slightly to one side. Dealer said the rack and pinion needs to be replaced. Part is ordered. 
Sep 2012 16740 1000 brakes and tires were replaced at 27000 km! 
Oct 2012 18600   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 8000 54 Interior overhead console replaced, dealer reported that some people have reported the sunglass storage compartment door would not stay shut. Hyundai replacing all. 
Mar 2013 22000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 2480   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 15500 0 Vibrations in steering wheel. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 7000 0 Fuel door sticking TSB performed.  
Jan 2012 10700 0 Unsolved issue with excessive water build up on windshield and rear facing window after weather with moisture (rain, snow). 
Mar 2012 12000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 19000 0 The "slippery road" light was coming on by itself. The dealer said it's some controller problem that has inputs from brakes, so braking can trigger the light even when the road is OK. Replaced the said controller part, problem gone. 
Jul 2012 41000 0 When switching gears, the gear indicator showed blank and check engine light was on. The problem was caused by faulty gear position sensor, replaced, problem is gone. 
Dec 2012 50000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 0 Replaced 2 silemoids - no 5th or 6th gear. While driving @ 50 mph, felt like I hit cinder block. Car stuck in 4th gear. 
Mar 2011 0 Replaced Horn - not audible when in traffic. After 9/1, Hyundai switched to a 2 horn system but my car only has one and can not be heard by other driver. Truly a HAZARD! 
Apr 2011 0 Replaced transmission - pulling out total melt down with transmission. Stuck in 4th gear RPM's @ 5K. All with my 5 year old with me on major road - not good. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 4000 0 Rattle from glovebox. Self applied Hyundai TSB for this issue plus added foam pads to glove box lid. Dash creaks loudly. Installed shims in dash to quiet the creaking noise. Interior rattle in rear seat area somewhere...not yet found. 
Feb 2011 11000 0 Squeak/creak from center console. Turned out to be the black plastic gear shift surround rubbing on the console. Sprayed silicone lubricant under/around the black plastic gear shift surround. Squeak/creak eliminated. Doors would not latch in temperatures below 20 degrees F. Doors would open normally, however would not latch closed when trying to close the door. Sprayed silicone lubricant on the latch assemblies for the doors and trunk. Fixed issue. Loud knock/rattle inside dash when HVAC temp dial set in the middle of the cold/warm air setting. Sounds like the "blend door" rattles at this setting. Loudest on cold days. If problem persists when warmer will have checked by dealer. Hood was not properly aligned. Driver's side of hood was ~1/4" lower than passenger side. Raised the driver's side hood "bumper" and now hood gap is the same on both sides. Loud knock/rattle in vent system when temperature dial set at certain points. Dealer said the entire dash would need to come out to fix problem. Elected to live with it as opposed to having the dash removed. Front passenger seat vibrates while driving. Very loud metallic clunk and constant tick/rattle from seat back. Reclined the seat back a little farther, and raised headrest one notch. Rattle less frequent now, but not eliminated. 
Sep 2011 20000 0 Right rear C-Pillar trim rattled. Wedged a piece of foam rubber between trim and rear window. Noise gone. Major rattle in upper dash along base of windshield. Getting worse as car ages. Especially loud when temperature is below 60 degrees. Dealer said dash would need to be removed to fix it. Living with it for now. 
Sep 2012 33000 0 ESC malfunction indicator light on. DTC code found for brake switch failure. Brake switch replaced under warranty. 
Mar 2013 40000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 1000 0 wind noise around driver side window. Part had to be ordered from Korea. Replaced part defective,still not repaired aftr 2 months. turn signal would not turn off after turn, part had to be ordered. repair successful. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 8000 0 Passenger Door has tinny hollow sound when shut. Dealer heard sound and admitted it sounded bad however can't repair it. Customer unhappy with outcome. 
Sep 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Hyundai Sonata in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 14000   First odometer entry
May 2011 15000 0 radiator leak, replaced under warranty air bag cover popped off. part replaced under warranty interior light goes on when making a right hand turn. Sensor ordered and will be replaced in 2 weeks 
Jun 2011 18000 0 Sensor replaced. Light still goes on. Brought to dealers body repair shop. Scheduled next week to repair. 
Jul 2011 19300 0 Door realigned to fix problem. 
Nov 2011 25000 0 driver side window randomly does not go down when hitting button. Window only goes down about an inch at a time when this happens. they lubed the intermittent regulator and said that should fix it. 
Sep 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 27000 0 The car has a standard tranny, So push starting was a viable way to get it started...It would crank about 1 time, then hum...Repeatedly...Needed a new starter, which the dealer installed in several hours, free of charge...Nicely done. 
Jun 2012 28000 110 The car has always had a slight pull to the left, especially sensitive to road crowning. After a 4 whl alignment:chg $110, the problem remained...Shouldn't have been charged... 
Jul 2012 29000 0 I had a leak under the dash on the pass. side...Clogged A/C drainage hose..Fixed I was informed that unless I put the original wheels back on the car they wouldn't work on the left pull problem. I'm not going to change wheels. Soooo,Ehh 
Dec 2012 37000 100 Left pull eliminated by local garage.. 
Feb 2013 37000 0 T/C off light comes on and off eratically...Took it to Suresky Dodge in Goshen, NY...replaced stop light switch..Light came back on, on the way home. Returned to shop a few days later...Could not find a problem. 
Mar 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Vermont, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 22000   First odometer entry
May 2011 24000 0 Buzzing noise that we thought was a flex pipe - it was just a fuel line bracket. Part ordered - will be installed soon. 
Jan 2012 40000 0 Check engine light cam one on highway - dealer diagnosed a thermostat for which a TSB had apprently just been issued. The thermostat was replaced under warranty. Still have intermittent driver's door window control problem - future visit. 
Jun 2012 48000 0 Still having intermittent problems with Drivers door window controls, and also with steering-wheel mounted cruise controls. Neither issue could be duplicated at the dealer (of course). 
Dec 2012 58000 0 Front right lower ball joint needed urgent replacement. Personal mechanic diagnosed during tire changeover and said to bring to Hyundai ASAP. I had heard some clunking very recently but didn't know the source really 
Jan 2013 60000 0 Left ball joint making noise. I couldn't afford the repair - just drove out of the 60K bumper-to-bumper warranty. Problem still exists. 
Mar 2013 65000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Hyundai Sonata 4dr Sedan

166-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 2000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 3000 25 Rattle in Passenger Seat. Bolt tightened on bottom of Seat, rattle is gone. 
Oct 2011 3000 0 Reprogrammed Software for hybrid drive TSB Replace resistor in Climate Control System 
Nov 2011 3000 0 Updated Software and replaced part in Hybrid Power System Electrical Connectors in Hybrid Control System need to be replaced. Dealer had part but not the special tool tool to replace. 

 

Hyundai Sonata in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 1000   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 7000 0 Driver seat sun visor was torn off 
Jun 2012 15000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 3000 0 CEL light for engine problem came on. It could not be repaired at this time and Hyundai is working on it. No functional problem other than light's glow. 
Oct 2011 7000 0 Software updated and problem solved 
Mar 2012 11000 0 XM radio antenna failed 
Mar 2013 28000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Hyundai Sonata in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 27000 0 A squeak somewhere - they could not locate it. 

 

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