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2011 Hyundai Sonata Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 14 NHTSA recalls and 0 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Hyundai Sonata

The 2011 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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Use Caution — 2011 Hyundai Sonata

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata has elevated complaints or recalls that warrant careful consideration. Have any open recalls resolved before purchase and inspect the vehicle thoroughly.

14
NHTSA Recalls
14 recalls on record
0
Owner Complaints
No complaints filed
0
Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

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NHTSA Recalls — 2011 Hyundai Sonata (14)

All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Hyundai dealer at no charge to the owner.

🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #18V934000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #17V617000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #18V137000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #17V152000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #14V433000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #16V190000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #15V568000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #15V629000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #15V759000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #14V434000

Showing 10 of 14 recalls. View all on NHTSA.gov →

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Hyundai Sonata — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2011 model year is highlighted.

2010 345 complaints 2011 0 complaints 2012 1,548 complaints 2013 1,886 complaints 2014 739 complaints 2015 1,118 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2013 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2010, 2011 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2011 Hyundai Sonata

Is the 2011 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata has 14 recalls and no complaints on file. This model year shows elevated issues — consider alternatives or a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2011 Hyundai Sonata have?
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata has 14 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Sonata?
No significant complaint patterns were found for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata in NHTSA data.
Is the 2011 Hyundai Sonata safe to buy?
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 14 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Hyundai Sonata should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Hyundai Sonata are: 2010, 2011. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2013.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.