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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2011 Sonata has a seriously defective engine that seizes without warning. It was awarded the dubious honor of being the first CarTalk / CarComplaints Turd of the Week in late September 2015.
A class action lawsuit was filed in May 2015 against Hyundai that claims the 2.4L Sonata engine is defective. More info here.
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hardly worth mentioning- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 66,500 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (1 reports)
engine problem
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Just wanted to mention every time I do oil changes it turns pitch black after 2000-3000 km. I am pretty sure this is not normal. I took it to the mechanic recently, they said they will monitor it after two oil changes to see what can possibly be the issue.
- Ranusha P., Brampton, ON, Canada