NHTSA Complaint #11495802 — 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA
ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11495802 |
| Vehicle | 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 129,000 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | FL |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle while driving. The steering wheel was making an abnormal humming sound. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The check engine warning light was flashing on and off constantly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the failure was due to the power steering. The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not covered under a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V568000 (Engine) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V190000 (Steering). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 129,000.
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