Engine Knocking Noise problems of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata - part 2

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that she heard an abnormal knocking sound when attempted to accelerate within her engine without warning. In addition the contact stated that vehicle consumed a excessive amount of oil consumption. The vehicle was included under NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 ( engine) however the remedy failed to repair the recall. The contact stated that in addition to earlier this year the vehicle was diagnosed for an check engine warning light and the remedy was a fuel injection flush. The local dealer (north freeway Hyundai, 20440 interstate 45 n, spring, TX, 77373) was contacted and made aware of the failure, and scheduled an appointment through the manufacturer. The vehicle has not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure under case number: 10640136 when they contacted the dealer and scheduled the appointment for the contact. The failure mileage was approximately 112,943. Jb.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving approximately 50 mph, the engine hesitated, the steering wheel seized, and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact mentioned that the engine failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that there was metal deposits in the engine that caused a knocking noise and the engine to fail. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine), 15v759000 (service brakes, hydraulic), and 16v190000 (steering). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,000.

Purchased Hyundai Sonata may 22, 2016 engine was failing Hyundai is fixing it now. Had metal parts in my oil. Knocking sound. It stalled while I was driving it on the street. Hyundai said it could be up to four months to fix the car. I am now driving a rental car and paying carmax for my Hyundai.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that an abnormal knocking sound emitted from the vehicle and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 15v568000 (engine), 15v759000 (service brakes, hydraulic), and 16v190000 (steering) however, the parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. Parts distribution disconnect.

I have had this 2011 Sonata for just 4 month it has 77. 000 miles and since I bought it I have called the dealer several times because the car has a knocking sound coming from what I think is the engine specially at low speed the sound becomes louder and at times the oil pressure light will flash on and off. Dealer said they inspected and can't find anything I am very scared that this is a mayor issue and was also told by the dealer that there are no recalls for that year but it just doesn't make any sense that a car will do that for no reason. I don't know who else to contact, I did buy and extended warranty when I purchased the car. Someone please help.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving various speeds, there was an abnormal knocking noise coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the remedy was not effective and there was a metallic knocking noise in the engine after the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 135,241.

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed a loud, cyclic knocking noise within the engine. The contact noted that the vehicle was maintained with synthetic oil and that there was no check engine or other warning indicators illuminated. The contact was an independent mechanic and he drained the oil pan and found evidence of metal shavings within the oil pan. Eckert Hyundai inc. (4011 north interstate 35, denton, TX 76210, (940) 243-6200) performed a decimal test on the vehicle in search of a specifically identifiable engine bearing sound to indicate engine failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was cleared of having engine failure. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling) and 17v226000 (engine and engine cooling) as potential causes of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided the contact with case number: 11464007. The failure mileage was 60,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 65 mph, a knocking noise was heard from the hood of the vehicle before it stalled. The vehicle was not able to restart. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v759000 (engine). The vehicle was taken to the dealer prior to the failure, but was not diagnosed or repaired. A representative of Hyundai mentioned that the vehicle was working normally. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph and making a turn, a loud knocking noise sounded and the engine failed to operate. In addition, a large amount of smoke emitted from underneath the hood. The fire department did not file a report because there were no flames visible. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000. VIN tools confirms parts not available. Js.

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started, there was an knocking sound coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Ss.

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, there is a knocking noise coming from the engine. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) and stated that the part needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, the approximate failure mileage was 50,000. Parts distribution disconnect. Aw.

After hearing the knocking sound for 5 minutes, while I was driving on the street, the engine stopped and all the lights went on. Smoke was coming out of the engine and it did not turn on again. Hyundai roadside assistance charged me $75 to tow it to the dealership. Since last week I have been contacting the dealership and Hyundai and still have not heard a definitive answer. Dealership said Hyundai decides and Hyundai said I have to wait because they have no remedy for it.

Driving home, the Sonata revved high and staled out, a tow truck had to be called on a busy interstate. The car still will not start, it is financed still and now will not run. This is consistent with the following recall information: summary: Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to April 12, 2012 at Hyundai motor manufacturing alabama and equipped with either a 2. 0 liter or 2. 4 liter gasoline direct injection engine. In the affected vehicles, metallic debris may not have been fully removed during manufacturing of the engine crankshaft. If the debris was not completely removed, oil flow may be restricted through the connecting rod bearings, causing connecting rod damage and possible engine failure. A worn connecting rod bearing will produce a metallic, cyclic knocking noise from the engine and possible engine failure. Safety risk: engine failure would result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 mph the vehicle shuts off. The contact was able to coast over to the right shoulder and restart the vehicle and was able to drive off. The vehicle was making a knocking noise. The contact called insurance to have the vehicle towed into the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed to replace the motor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The appoximate failure mile was 124000. Am.

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Honda Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, there was an abnormal knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable the contact stated tat the at the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000. Sg.

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated she heard knocking noises coming from her vehicle mainly when accelerating. The contact shortly after received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). The contact brought her vehicle to the dealer. The dealer stated that they could not hear the abnormal noises. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, stated that the remedy for this failure had not yet been determine. The vehicle can not be repaired. The failure mileage was 105,000. The contacts VIN was associated to this recall as of, September 10, 2015. Part distribution disconnect. Az.

My wife and I bought a 2011 Hyundai Sonata on August 28th, 2015 from a dealership, but after driving the vehicle for a period of 10 days, the engine keeps running with knocking noise; a noise which my wife and I were not sure as to which part of the engine it was emanating from. We though maybe it was just a rock and would subside after few drives, but it didn't. On September 25th, 2015, while my wife was driving to the store, the vehicle stalled at a stop sign, but after removing the keys off the ignition and re-cranking the engine, it started running and the knocking noise went off, but the engine light came on afterward. My wife took it to the dealership we bought it from for a check up and repair, but the dealership's maintenance shop was unable to fix the vehicle for the reason that it had not reached 30 days since we bought the vehicle for the warrant that we bought to kick in. This was very frustrating and puzzling for the dealership to act this way to a customer who just bought a vehicle.

The engine is making a metallic knocking noise. Took it to Hyundai dealership for oil change on 10/11. They noted the issue was taken care of with the oil change which it was not. There is an interim notice recall on the vehicle and my car is affected. It states if you continue to drive the vehicle with the worn connecting rod bearing the bearing could fail and the engine could stall. When I contacted the dealership they stated it had been noted in my file, that there was no remedy at this time but to contact them once the remedy was ready. This is not acceptable. I do not feel safe driving this car.

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal knocking noise was heard and the check engine warning illuminated. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) however, the remedy or part for the recall was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Djr.

My car was making a knocking noise and would continue to get louder as I pressed the accelerator. I was told the engine had to be replaced which I did at car pros Hyundai in renton, wa. My Hyundai warranty would not cover the engine replacement. I was told it was my fault after only owning the car for a little over a year.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving approximately 30 mph, a loud knocking noise emitted from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The VIN was included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine); however, the dealer declined to replace the engine assembly. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Vehicle stopped functioning at 60 mph on an interstate on a Friday night. Had to coast to side of road dodging other cars. Tried to restart vehicle with no luck. Electrical started going haywire. Interior lights started flashing as well as dashboard lights. Smoke was coming from hood of car. Within 20 minutes a road ranger checked the status of the car and said all fluids looked good. Battery tested good. But was unable to get vehicle to start. Two hours later it was towed to a Hyundai dealership. Was told it appears to be the engine but was told they replaced the starter first because they thought it was that. Finally, told it was the engine and it would need to be replaced. Thankfully it is still under warranty. It's last service was the middle of April. They told me that the steering is possibly going on it. They reported a knocking noise. Nothing has been done to steering as of yet but now that they will have car for up to 3 weeks will probably have them check that too especially after reading many of the complaints on this and other websites.

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, a loud knocking noise emitted from the engine compartment. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. Js.

I was driving on the highway (295 south towards washington DC) and when I tried to accelerate, nothing happened. When I examined the dashboard, all of the lights were on. As a precaution, I pulled over to the shoulder. After bringing the car to a stop I noticed a burning smell. After opening the hood I discovered smoke coming from the engine area. I tried to start the car but to no avail. I immediately called roadside assistance and the car was towed back to pohanka Hyundai in capital heights MD. After an inspection of the vehicle, the technician discovered no oil was found on the dip stick and the engine had locked up! as I pulled up my last oil change record it showed I received 5 qts of 5w20 synthetic blend oil at 110,641 miles. I told the technician that I never had any leaks or knocking sounds. Also I never had my check engine light illuminate. It amazed me how after 5000 miles no oil was in engine and I had no apparent and visible leaks.

The engine is knocking when I start to drive and the knocking sound has gradually increased. I have to put 1-2qts of additional oil into the car in between scheduled oil changes.

I was traveling down a highway when my engine started to make a knocking sound. The check engine light came on, and within 10 seconds my car stopped running. I was still moving when this happened. I was fortunate to be able to coast to a close by side road. I am gravely concerned that this could have happened on the interstate at higher speeds, and the potential consequences of such. I had the car towed to a dealer, and they tell me the engine is shot. I contacted Hyundai customer care, and their response was "what do you want me to do about it. " after more research, I have found numerous other instances of this engine failure. If this is an ongoing problem, I feel Hyundai should do something before someone gets killed when this happens. Please note I am the second owner of this car. The mileage at just over 85,000 is mainly highway miles, and the car is serviced regularly.

My husband was driving home from work and the engine started making a horrible knocking noise. This was on a Friday. We had the car towed to our mechanic the following Monday and he told us the whole bottom end of the engine had failed. Hyundai wouldn't honor our warranty because we didn't have all of our maintanence records for the car. We ended up paying for the engine to be replaced out of our pocket. When hyundia sent our mechanic the new engine it was the wrong one. My mechanic spend the next 3 weeks arguing with them over his fact. Finally after 6 weeks, hyundia agreed to source a second new engine and install it themselves. Even with this decision, they still wouldn't cover it under our warranty. They took an additional 4 weeks to install the engine. We paid for a rental car out of pocket while this was being taken care of. So ultimately, this cost us close to $6000 out of pocket when it should have been covered under our warranty. I will never purchase another Hyundai, nor will I recommend their products to my familiy and friends or anyone else I come in contact with. This has been an horrible experience.

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speed, an abnormal knocking sound emitted from the vehicle and it stalled without warnings. The vehicle was able to be restarted and the engine warning light illuminated before the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the engine rod had blown and as a result, the engine needed to be replaced. The contact recently received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Pm.

Oil light blinked on and off twice. Car was making a knocking noise. Stopped to check oil; absolutely no oil in the vehicle. No sign of leak; no smoking; no other indication of problem. Put 3 quarts of oil in the car. Knocking sound was worse. Drove car home and haven't driven it since. This is one of many problems I've had with this car. I get regular oil changes. I haven't had the car looked at yet due to cost and out of warranty. I've read other complaints of loss of oil resulting in complete engine failure. There was absolutely no indication that the oil was even low which I attribute to the faulty electrical system since I've had problems with that as well. It's my opinion that this car is unsafe to drive. I've read this year model has over 900 problems while other year models have average of 230 something problems. Obviously, this car should be completely recalled and replaced by Hyundai dealer.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving at approximately 60 mph, the contact merged the vehicle over and noticed that there was an abnormal loud banging noise from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.

Car started making knocking noises while driving up hill, losing power. Proceeded to drive it home. Checked oil and appeared completely dry. No engine warning lights came on when car had previously been driven. No oil leaks seen. Added oil and then drove to dealership, where they stated engine needed to be replaced. Regularly serviced car with oil changes, 120k miles with almost all freeway commute.

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a knocking noise was present coming from the engine before the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty. The engine was replaced but the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 80,000. Jft.

10/1/2014 @ 7:30pm est - while driving home, was at a red light when the car stalled out. Then a loud knocking sound happened. Engine light was it is very unsafe for the engine to stall or just randomly shutoff while in traffic. There were no signs or warnings, the vehicle just stalled. Vehicle was not safe to operate. I had the vehicle towed to northtowne Hyundai dealer on sheridan drive, buffalo NY. 10/3/2014 @ 2:47pm est - northtowne Hyundai dealer called me said that I need to replace my engine because the piston popped. I said well, my car is well within the warranty, isn't this covered? northtowne Hyundai dealer said that we can't submit your warranty claim with out receipts of your maintenance from 5k miles to present. 10/3 - 10/13/2014 - contacted our 3 local places we like to send our vehicles to for copies of our receipts. With no problem we were able to obtain copies of our last 7 oil changes and general maintenance receipts. 10/14/2014 @ 2:00pm est - my husband gave northtowne Hyundai dealer our receipts and he stated that he will submit our claim to Hyundai. 10/24/2014 @ 8:59am est - "regional" / "corporate" called me and stated "the district manager who would have authorized the repair, had the dealership partially disassemble the engine; take off the cover for inspection, and there's a condition of sludge which is indicative of either the maintenance intervals not being followed; oil change not frequently enough or possibly the quality or grade of the oil used. In either case these is not a manufacture defect, so he has denied warranty coverage. . Read more...

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at approximate 40mph, the vehicle started to make a loud knocking sound and immediatelly the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be restart it and the check engine light illuminated on the control panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the oil needed to be changed. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,435.

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.