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

- Skokie, IL, USA

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.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

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!!

- Gulfport, MS, USA

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).

- Moreno Valley,, CA, USA

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

- Middletown, DE, USA

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.

- Collinsville, CT, USA

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

- Hollywood, FL, USA

I was driving my vehicle at approximately 65 mph on a straight interstate highway when the engine suddenly seized (loud noise, lost power, difficulty controlling) and spontaneously ignited. I was able to maneuver to the shoulder with much difficulty and was forced to leap to safety as the car was on fire. This occurred 3 days after I had the car serviced at a Hyundai dealer for inexplicable loss of oil. I was told there was no leak; they changed the oil and recommended oil consumption testing every 1000 miles X 3 because of known problems with 2011 Sonatas built at a specific plant in Alabama (see attached notifications of class action and extended warranties). The car was ultimately engulfed in flames.

- Denville, NJ, USA

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)

- Mishawaka, IN, USA

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 Hyundai 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.

- Long Beach, CA, USA

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.

- Arlington, TX, USA

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?

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

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)

- Palm Harbor, FL, USA

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.

- Springfield, VA, USA

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

- Santa Ana, CA, USA

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.

- Fontana, CA, USA

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.

- Tallahassee, FL, USA

Takata loud RPM when starting then loud clicking in steering wheel coupler bad now brakes having issues and axles clicking radio goes on and off. Lights keep burning out.

- Big Spring, TX, USA

My engine completely stalled at 141K miles. I had the oil changed just 3 weeks prior and was not due for another 1,000 miles however there was little to no oil on the dipstick after the vehicle stalled. Luckily I was only driving about 30 mph when it just stopped and I was able to get off the roadway. I was not notified of the apparent 5 recalls this vehicle has until I researched it myself. Contacted Hyundai and they are towing it in today to see if my motor falls under the guidelines for the recall. The VIN states it is affected but I'm not certain they will make the repairs.

- Lake Ozark, MO, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While the contact's daughter was driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was unsure if any warning indicators were illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed with metal fragments in the motor, and the engine needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the repairs would not be covered under an extended warranty recall. The failure mileage was 99,466.

- Inman, SC, USA