2011 HYUNDAI SONATA Safety Overview
The 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 14 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Engine
- Seat belts:pretensioner
- Seat belts:front:anchorage
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for HYUNDAI SONATA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Spor...
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V934000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Sonata and 2011-2012 Sonata Hybrid...
If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
NHTSA Recall 18V137000: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid...
If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 17V617000: If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid...
In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 17V152000: In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured...
With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V190000: With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model 2011-2012 Sonata vehicles.
If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to rearward following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V759000: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Elantra vehicles manufacture...
If a front coil spring fractures, it may contact the tire, possibly puncturing it, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V629000: If a front coil spring fractures, it may contact the tire, possibly... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Sonata vehicles manufac...
Engine failure would result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V568000: Engine failure would result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured...
If the brake lines leak brake sufficient fluid, the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster will illuminate and longer stopping distance will be required, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V433000: If the brake lines leak brake sufficient fluid, the brake warning lamp in... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Sonata vehicles manufac...
If the transmission shift cable detaches, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver parks the vehicle, despite selecting the 'PARK' position, the transmission may not be in 'PARK.' If the vehicle is not in the 'PARK' position and the parking brake is not applied, there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
NHTSA Recall 14V434000: If the transmission shift cable detaches, the transmission gear selection... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007...
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V113000: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 11, 2009,...
IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OR INSUFFICIENT TIGHTENING OF THE CONNECTIONS COULD RESULT IN A COMPLETE SEPARATION OR COMPROMISED ATTACHMENT OF THE CONNECTIONS, SUCH THAT THE DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF, OR REDUCTION IN, STEERING CAPABILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 10V457000: IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OR INSUFFICIENT TIGHTENING OF THE CONNECTIONS COULD... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 11, 2009,...
IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OR INSUFFICIENT TIGHTENING OF THE CONNECTIONS COULD RESULT IN A COMPLETE SEPARATION OR COMPROMISED ATTACHMENT OF THE CONNECTIONS, SUCH THAT THE DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF, OR REDUCTION IN, STEERING CAPABILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 10V426000: IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OR INSUFFICIENT TIGHTENING OF THE CONNECTIONS COULD... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
HYUNDAI-KIA HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACT...
THE DOOR MAY NOT BE IN THE LOCKED POSITION AND MAY OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER.
NHTSA Recall 10V070000: THE DOOR MAY NOT BE IN THE LOCKED POSITION AND MAY OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.