At 1st my car my consuming a lot of oil. I was going to get top off at my oil place every week. I tried to take it to my nearby Hyundai, they told me they wanted $350 to do a test. Then my car was not gasing the way it usually did. It was stalling, I had a burning smell coming from my engine. I took it to my mechanic and he replaced the O2 sensor, heating sensor, PCV valve, he did a transmission flush. It started to work ok, and I was driving with my disabled husband and our 4 year old daughter when the car engine went out on us on the highway. We got the car tow to our mechanic and its more problems then solutions. Its now the Cadillac converter, this car is extremely dangerous to drive. I have receipts of the repairs, towing and daily oil inputs.

- Hackensack, NJ, USA

Car was going down road when engine stalled and wouldn't turn back on. Seems to be the typical issue that most 2011 Sonatas are having where the engine seized. Dealer diagnosed and confirmed that the engine did seize while driving. This should be a mandatory recall to swap the engine in all of these vehicles. Hyundai should not just be allowed to extend their warranty and hope it doesnt happen to the others.

- Beaumont, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to coast the vehicle off of the roadway. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to Hyundai of moreno valley (27500 eucalyptus ave, moreno valley, ca 92555, (951) 383-3071) where it was diagnosed that the engine seized and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V568000 (engine). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 149,000. The VIN was not available.

- Moreno Valley, CA, USA

I am a senior citizen who in 2015 purchased a pre-owned 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The vehicle has received 15 recalls in the time I've owned it most of which are life threatening safety issues, complete motor lock up, sudden loss of fuel and stalling.(brake stopper pad malfunction 3 times), seat belt anchor failure, complete safety air bag failure, exhaust system failure, high pressure fuel line leaks, my wife and I live on very limited social security monthly benefits and not in a position to afford a new car or repeatedly have to spend 100's of dollars every few months for repairs due to manufacture error / damage in construction of the vehicle. We have been nearly killed several times on the highway due to the fact that the motor either ceases to get fuel while traveling on the freeway or entering such on an onramp just as a semi truck and trailer approached at 70 mph and we had no fuel acceleration. On yet another near fatal situation the motor locked up completely in the middle of a busy four lane highway, which immediately resulted in a a fire under our hood.........all caused by the deficiency of the engine which was the subject of a recall and we were told had been addressed. The fire destroyed most all other components in the engine compartment and had to be replaced, some at our expense. Shortly thereafter, the entire transmission had to be replaced and we had to pay $3500 to repair......fyi, we live on $1700 per month social security and this caused us a very extreme financial difficulty for months thereafter. There is more to our disastrous experience as a Hyundai Sonata product owner and what we're wishing for is that Hyundai might buy back this vehicle at fair price so that we may find a safe vehicle to drive without fear of being stranded, injured in an accident or killed. Other Sonata owners have experienced many of these same issues.

- Hemet, CA, USA

The car is still throwing the ECM code up after its been replaced supposedly the brakes have been grinding since day 1 the brake actuator is bad something is making the throttle position sensor to keep going bad the dealership was aware of all the issues and made us aware of 2

- Hamilton, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to van Hyundai (located at 1301 S interstate 35E, carrollton, tx 75006, (972) 437-8334) where it was diagnosed that the engine passed the test and did not need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V568000 (engine). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

- Plano, TX, USA

In motion car surges and jerks forward randomly. There is a gas smell when driving and car begins to shake when engine is engaged. Backup camera will not engage at random times or car will not turn on with push to start system. Diagnoses engine and electrical issue but Hyundai won't include in their recall campaign.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

Engine bay caught fire and car is a total loss. Engine had been replaced previously under Sonata theta engine recall. Independent mechanic noticed that there was a fuel leak in the engine bay. Was on the way to Hyundai dealer when the fire happened. The car was moving at about 20 mph when it lost power and smoke started spewing from under the hood. Exited the vehicle and the engine bay was ablaze with 60 seconds. No injuries occurred.

- Waunakee, WI, USA

This vehicle has stalled on me while driving on the highway and streets. I've taken it into the shop for the problem was told the pc module is going out. The price to fix this a $2300. This should be covered on a warranty. They've me told that it's not. This is a major componet for these vehicle it should be cover. This has happened several times prior. When the vehicle accelerated there is smokes for the tail pipe.

- Aurora, CO, USA

Vehicle stalled on highway would not start had to be towed on 10/1/19.towed to service vendor, not a Hyundai dealer. They stated engine locked. Vehicle had been at St charles Hyundai automotive 8/19/19 replaced oil flow control valve. Contacted Hyundai dealer stated nothing they could do. Mileage 138,000 and all required service had been done. Recall 132 inspection had been done at approximately 58,000 on 2/15/16. Noted number of complaints to NHTSA showing numerous 2011 Sonata had engine failure after the extended format of 120,000 and many had failed a second time after engines failed. This vehicle was built at Alabama plant. The Hyundai dealership stated the vehicle would have to be towed to their facility and inspected. The decision would be Hyundai usa not the dealership. It is hard to understand how this can not be a defective vehicle. The number of units repaired and repaired a second time goes against the averages. The number of fires that have resulted in total loss of vehicles appears to be and indication of numerous issues with vehicles from this plant. It will cost $4500 to replace this engine and Hyundai usa should bear some of the cost. If after engine replacement vehicle performed properly that would prove the correction, but many units had to have the neck filler replaced the plant had a problem. Engines failed with only 10,000, 30,000 65,000, 135,000 miles. The units that burnt were handled by insurance and Hyundai usa not held accountable. Please reopen the investigation on recall 132 the number of owners are bearing the brunt of Hyundai poor quality. Understanding they completely changed that engine in 2012 knowing the 2011 issues could not be fixed correctly

- St Charles, MO, USA

Out of nowhere when vehicle is sitting still, the airbag light keeps popping on. It will stay on for a while, but then go off. I went to have my oil changed and event though it was at 3,000 miles, the oil was low, dark, sludgy and metal shavings were found in my oil pan---engine sometimes sputters. Finally my interior lights won't go off, I have to just keep them to the off position versus "door" so that my battery doesn't drain.

- St. Louis, MO, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While operating the vehicle, smoke was present coming from the engine and oil was leaking on top of the valve cover. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump return pressure unit was cracked, which damaged the ignition coil and caused a flame to occur. The vehicle was not repaired. An unknown dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 128,000.

- Sioux City, IA, USA

While driving on I-75 doing about 65 mph, without any warning whatsoever, engine stopped. It felt like all power steering, breaks and steering wheel, went away. I was lucky enough to be on the right lane and was able to safely pull over to the side. This happened the night of Sunday, the 20th of October. I had the car towed to my local mechanic where I was told the engine had frozen up and needed to be replaced. I read on line that hyndaui had extended engine warranty on '11 Sonatas to 120,000 miles, so I had it towed this morning to potamkim hyndaui. I bought that car brand new back in 2011, and have religiously changed oil every 5000 miles using synthetic oil every single time. The car had 118028 miles when this happened.

- Miami Lakes, FL, USA

The contact owned a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 40 mph on the highway, the vehicle caught fire under the hood. The contact pulled over, exited the vehicle, and called the police. There were no injuries. The vehicle was engulfed in flames and destroyed. The fire department arrived to extinguish the fire. The wreckage was towed away. The contact went to plaza Hyundai (2740 nostrand ave #2, brooklyn, NY 11210, (347) 983-5977) and was informed to call the manufacturer. The contact reached out to the manufacturer, but had not spoken with anyone yet. The contact settled for the recovery cost of the vehicle with his insurance company. The contact felt that the manufacturer ignored him through the entire process. A year before the fire, the engine was replaced with a refurbished engine per an unknown recall. The cause of the failure was not determined. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 150,000.

- Springfield, MA, USA

Purchased 2011 Hyundai Sonata literally a week later, this happened.unknown.

- Ft. Worth, TX, USA

I was driving down the road the engine just locked and stopped. I am not sure whats going on but I was at a speed of about 65mph. I never had a problem with the engine prior.

- Oklahoma City, OK, USA

Engine was replaced per extended warranty regarding recall. Vehicle was taken into massey Hyundai on 09/07/2019 and returned with reman motor on 09/12/19. Since then the vehicle has showed over heating and the backup camera displays a white screen on 10/09/19. Called after temp light came on and Hyundai has the nerve to say they will not pay for the tow. On top of that they person who answered the phone explained the wiring harness wasn't replaced. Temp light hasn't came back on due to my son not using the A/C. NHTSA has not held Hyundai or Kia accountable for issues they no doubt knew about. The recall should have been a buy back for these motors. We are not asking for a new vehicle. We just wanted the vehicle working properly. Now my son is stuck with a vehicle with all kinds of electrical problems due to Hyundai flaw. The electrical system was working fine prior to the engine replacement and Hyundai should be held accountable. NHTSA is starting to frustrate

- Clear Spring, MD, USA

I experienced the issue with my 2011 Hyundai Sonata engine locking up/freezing up, the dealer owner Mr. Mccracken at kearny mesa Hyundai located at 4797 convoy St san diego, ca. 92111 charged me over $770 dollars for labor even though the recall was published/sent out during the dealership rebuilding/replacing my engine. Who is suppose to refund me my money for an issue that was placed on a recall. Your assistance in this manner is appreciated.

- San Diego, CA, USA

I was sitting in my car with the engine off and it caught on fire from under hood out of nowhere!!..

- Hammond, LA, USA

Loud knocking noise coming from engine. 164K miles. This is second motor. I was driving down road when this occurred, got vehicle home and has been parked ever since.

- Copemish, MI, USA