2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 40about this part
- Share
- 42%of 96 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 90,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 40 complaints about the engine of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, 42% of the 96 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 90,000 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving on the highway I noticed a knocking sound radiating from my engine at speeds of 60 MPH it the noise increased and then the engine appeared to be failing. My gages where the rmp's reflect where not functioning either. Amongst the engine issue my power steering column is also rattling as if it is loose and steering is become difficult. It is frightening to not feel safe in your own vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11088909, filed 2018-04, 115,000 miles“I was driving around 55 MPH down the highway and noticed a strange knocking sound so I turned around to go home when I noticed smoke billowing out. I pulled over popped the hood and flames went up like crazy. I called 911 and vacated immediately”
NHTSA complaint #11373645, filed 2020-11, 129,000 miles“I was driving o work and sat at a traffic light when smoke started to come through vents and out the side of passenger hood. I got out and it started to smoke even more and then with a few seconds it burst into flames under the hood”
NHTSA complaint #11219486, filed 2019-06, 104,890 miles“Vehicle was in motion on I-75. Began to make a loud noise. And started to stall. I pulled over tried to go again. Car wouldn't go over 30miles pulled over and called a tow truck. Dealership stated the engine went out.”
NHTSA complaint #11191044, filed 2019-03, 170,140 miles“While I was driving, the engine stop without any warning. I try to start the engine again but does not started. I take the vehicle to the dealer but they said the engine get lock and I need to replace it.”
NHTSA complaint #11111318, filed 2018-07, 118,447 milesRelated recalls
- 20V746000Dec 1, 2020Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The…Covers: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2011–2013, 2016, Veloster 2015–2016, Santa FE 2012
Related service bulletins
- 11038458Oct 8, 2026Some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure…
- 11038456Oct 7, 2026Certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures…
- 11030331Mar 26, 2026This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H-2 (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing…
- 11030330Mar 26, 2026This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing…
- 11006829Aug 19, 2024Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine…
- 10165455Aug 12, 2019If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ?Check Engine? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid…
- 10160102Apr 19, 2019This bulletin provides additional service diagnostic information and repair procedures related to electric A/C compressors equipped in hybrid electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid…
- 10110937Mar 9, 2017Some Veloster (FS) and Sonata Hybrid (YF HEV) vehicles may experience a check engine warning light ON with any of the following DTCs found stored: ? P0442 - Evaporative System…
- 10117922Jan 13, 2017Hyundai has launched a service campaign to inspect and if needed, repair the evaporative emissions canister and bracket on certain model year 2011? 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 11% |
| 2023 | 7 | 47% |
| 2022 | 2 | 11% |
| 2021 | 21 | 38% |
| 2020 | 8 | 50% |
| 2019 | 3 | 60% |
| 2018 | 5 | 56% |
| 2017 | 46 | 57% |
| 2016 | 73 | 55% |
| 2015 | 19 | 35% |
| 2014 | 12 | 43% |
| 2013 | 40 | 37% |
| 2012 | 68 | 44% |
| 2011 | 40 | 42% |
Other parts of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
18 complaintsBrakes
17 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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