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.
Was driving and the engine started to make a tapping/knocking noise. Turned to pull off main road and car hesitated, and check engine light came on. Called tow truck to have it towed to dealership. Have been advised that it will take 2-3 days before they can even look at my car to begin assessment. No offer for rental, no expediting. I am left with no car, I had to rent my own while waiting for the dealership to even begin to look at it. This is second engine issue within 2 weeks. I did have my car serviced in 2016 for the Engine Campaign 132. Obviously this issue was not corrected back then. Will update once I hear from Hyundai...
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Was driving and the engine started to make a tapping/knocking noise. Turned to pull off main road and car hesitated, and check engine light came on. Called tow truck to have it towed to dealership. Have been advised that it will take 2-3 days before they can even look at my car to begin assessment. No offer for rental, no expediting. I am left with no car, I had to rent my own while waiting for the dealership to even begin to look at it. This is second engine issue within 2 weeks. I did have my car serviced in 2016 for the Engine Campaign 132. Obviously this issue was not corrected back then. Will update once I hear from Hyundai...
- Tracy P., Huntington Beach, US