general problems of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata - part 2

95 problems related to seat belt have been reported for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the 2011 Sonata.

36 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 08/27/2018

"takata recall" summary: Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying. Safety risk: if the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems. My airbag light is on. I am afraid to drive the car but need it for work.

37 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 08/20/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated, which was a safety concern. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The contact was later notified that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags), which indicated that parts were unavailable. In addition, the vehicle was included in the following manufacturer extended warranty extension campaigns: txx3-Apr 29, 2016 (engine "short block"), txx7-Feb 27, 2017 (motor driven power steering (mdps) coupling), and txxa-Apr 05, 2017 (clock spring). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

38 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 08/16/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated while driving. The contact was concerned that the air bags could deploy. The contact called doral Hyundai at (305) 722-6094 (located at 10285 NW 12th st, doral, FL 33172) and was informed to schedule an appointment. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belt, air bags); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The manufacturer opened case number: 11529231. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 91,000.

39 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 08/02/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Hyundai village of danvers (24 commonwealth Ave, danvers, MA 01923, (978) 646-8890) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

40 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 07/10/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the driver's and passenger's side front seat belt released while driving. The vehicle was taken to red rock Hyundai (2162 highway 6 and 50, grand junction, CO 81505) where the contact was informed that both seat belts operated as designed. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

41 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 07/10/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 20 mph, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy and the seat belt failed to secure the contact properly. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. A police report was filed. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same failure as listed in NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags). Pugi hound (1866 ogden Ave, downers grove, IL 60515, (630) 964-9500) performed the recall repair. After the repair, while driving 15 mph, the contact's vehicle was struck on the driver's side. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. There were no injuries. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.

42 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 07/06/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Shaker's family Hyundai (located at 674 straits turnpike, watertown, CT 06795, (860) 631-4200) was contacted and provided a loaner vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

43 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 07/02/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Porter Hyundai (located at 392 e cleveland avenue, newark, DE) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

44 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (air bags, seat belts) over four months ago. The contact spoke with an unknown dealer and was informed that the part was unavailable for the repair. The dealer stated that the contact would be notified when the part became available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

45 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 06/19/2018

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 mph, another vehicle rear ended the vehicle, the air bag failed to deploy. As a result, the contact sustained right shoulder and back injuries that required medical attention. The contact stated that he was not aware if the driver from the other vehicle sustained injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was able to drive. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for a diagnostic testing of the air bag failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number:18v137000 (seat belts, air bags) however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called lehman Hyundai dealer located at 21400 NW 2nd Ave, miami, FL 33169, (888) 375-9159 and it was informed part was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty and open a case #11446468. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. Part distribution disconnect. Aw.

46 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 06/17/2018

Airbag failed to deploy. After hitting a pole.

47 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 06/14/2018

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise and upon acceleration the vehicle stalled more than once. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v568000 (engine) as the vehicle has not been diagnosed by a dealer yet. In addition, the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v617000 (seat belts), 18v137000 (seat belts and air bags) and was to schedule the repairs with the dealer in addition to diagnosing the failure. The dealer interstate Hyundai ( 609 constitution dr, west monroe, la 71292, (318) 387-2667) was contacted due to the vehicle being unable to start because of the failure. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. The manufacturer indicated that the vehicle needed to be towed to the dealer for diagnosis of the failure, to address scheduling the two recall repairs to remedy the condition of the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Dyd.

48 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 06/13/2018

There is no remedy for the air bags and when I call Hyundai about the other recalls they say they have already been repaired . . There is also a recall on the engine short block assembly. My car was in motion and just stopped in the middle of traffic and becasue of the airbag issue I am afraid to drive it.

49 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 06/09/2018

While I was driving the car turned off and started to smell like burned plastic. The car did not turned back on and had it towed back to my house.

50 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2018

Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying. If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury. There is no fix, but they would like to put a sticker on my seatbelt. . . . .

51 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags) and 17v152000 (seat belts). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The Hyundai dealer (route 60 Hyundai, 8575 20th st, vero beach, FL 32966, (772) 569-6004) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

52 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2018

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving various speeds over train tracks, the steering wheel shook and made a clicking noise. In addition, when making right or left turns, the steering wheel continued to make the clicking noise even when the vehicle stopped. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called king Hyundai at (954) 421-333-1399 (deerfield beach, FL 33441) and an appointment was scheduled for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated while driving. The contact was concerned that the air bag may not deploy in the event of a crash. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 17v152000 (seat belts). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.

53 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2018

Takata recal for suspesion feel like we are bouncing up in down or the vecihle is going to fall apart. I notice the light on for the passenger airbag and the seat belt keep getting stuck or sometime want lock. This is concern for me because we take road trips and have to drive a long distanct to get to work myself and husband would like to feel safe. I really feel that the frontal air bags selt belt pretensioners and sid air bags are disabled and the suspension is a risk for many people lifes. I subject you get these vehicle in the shop ASAP before something tribule happen. Please make sure that each shop have an experience mechanic last mechanic we had for a recall we had to come back several time and the vechicle still run like crap. Maybe you should refund people the remaineder of there loan. I still have a balance of 6,000 which comes to all the trip and time consuming. I also called every dealer in minnesota trying to make appointment could someone contact me ASAP to let me know that the parts are in. Myself and husband is taking a road trip and would like for the problem to be taken care before the end of June. April williams 612-810-9045.

54 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/27/2018

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called the local dealer Hyundai serramonte 1500 collins Ave, colma, CA 94014 (650) 550-7250 where informed that the remedy was not available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Ap.

55 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/27/2018

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of the NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (air bags, seat belts) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer fort mill Hyundai 805 gold hill rd, fort mill, SC 29708 (855)-548-9524 was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacture was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact had not experienced a failure. The parts distribution disconnect. Ck.

56 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/27/2018

Hyundai issued this recall on Feb. 27, 2018. There is still no remedy. Wonder what is taking so long. Here is the recall: Hyundai motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.

57 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/27/2018

Complaint in regards to NHTSA recall number 18v137000 Hyundai has failed to remedy this safety recall for my vehicle in a timely manner. Campaign 174 is dated Feb. 27, 2018. I called Hyundai recall hotline at 855-371-9460 on may 2, 2018. I requested a rental car until remedy is provided. I was told nothing can be done, and I should contact my local dealership. Local dealership said they have no information or remedy and told me to call the hotline. Dealership said if I wanted a rental car, I could rent one myself, as nothing would be provided for me. Recall remains incomplete as of June 29, 2018. This recall is a serious safety concern and places myself and my family at a great risk of injury or death. Hyundai has acted in bad faith by providing no remedy or solution to my requests over this matter in a timely fashion. While there are no airbag warning lights active on my vehicle, you won't know the airbags and seat belts properly function until you crash. That's unacceptable. I have a case number from my initial contact with Hyundai regarding my concerns over the vehicle. Case # 11225055. Honda provided free rental cars for their airbag recalls. How can Hyundai sit idle and offer nothing? I am requesting NHTSA to please pursue this complaint to help expedite a remedy from Hyundai for this recall.

58 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/27/2018

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags). The contact called lafontaine Hyundai at 866-568-6530 (located at 1847 s telegraph rd, dearborn, mi 48124) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

59 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/10/2018

After purchasing this car in 2018, I learned this vehicle had many recalls. After disagreements and arguments Hyundai, supposedly installed a brand new engine. I was then notified that I would have to pay out of pocket for the other �recalls� on this vehicle. After more debates and arguments they cleared out all of the �recalls� on this vehicle as if they were fixed, and they were not fixed. This is a safety hazard and needs to be investigated. I still have many issues with the �so-called� recalls such as airbags, driver seatbelt and steering column.

60 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2018

2011 Hyundai Sonata - recalled 2/2018 do to seatbelts/ airbag malfunctioning. Still no solution. Customer is advised to keep driving (unsafe) vehicle while waiting. However, also advised to take straight to dealership as soon is there is a solution.

61 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2018

Tl - takata recall- the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the recall notice for NHTSA campaign number 18v137000(seat belts, air bags) was issued in February 2018. After contacting the local dealer plaza hundyia located in brooklyn, NY. The contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the defect were not yet available. The vehicle had not experienced the failure. The manufacturer was notified. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect. Jft.

62 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 18v137000 (air bag, seat belts) was received in February of 2018. After contacting the local dealer (billy navarre Hyundai, 1280 e. College st, lake charles, la) and the manufacturer, were informed that the parts needed to repair the defect were not available. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

63 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2018

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise progressing from the engine compartment. The dealer (seidel Hyundai, 9 parkside Ave, reading, PA 19607, (610) 775-5100) indicated that the parts needed for the repairs were unavailable and on backorder. The vehicle was at the dealer for over two months. In addition, the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v617000 (seat belts) and 18v137000 (seat belts, air bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

64 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2018

Passenger side seat belt buckle latches intermittently when the vehicle is parked.

65 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 12/12/2017

Months ago, I received notice from manufacturer of side air bag defect with statement that "no remedy"yet available. I've waited patiently, driving car as seldom as possible. I am increasingly frustrated and get no assurance from dealer. What is the manufacturer's responsibility here?.

66 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 11/14/2017

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the driver's seat belt would not recoil. The belt latch dented the driver's door sensor and the vehicle would not start because the sensor indicated that the door was ajar. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 17v617000 (seat belts). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (torrington Hyundai, 1446 e main st, torrington, CT 06790), but the contact was informed that the vehicle could not be repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 90,000.

67 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 11/13/2017

The gear shift gets stuck in park have to turn car off, restart it for the gear to work, why is this happening,steering column is clicking also.

68 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 10/28/2017

There is no solution for the recall of the seat belts. I feel unsafe driving my car with the thought I would not be protected from impact.

69 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 10/26/2017

Airbag warning on dashboard, steering wheel components such as volume, cruise control, reset mileage and the rest of the tabs do not function on the steering wheel, rear left side brake light bulb has to be replaced every four months, front right side/driver's side head light bulb wont' come on after replacing the light bulb, inside the cab the above night/passenger and rear guest lights won't come on, after an overall tune up such as oil, filters, liquids and plugs the engine warning light comes on for two days/48 hours. The vehicle engine starts and runs normal every day. The problem is more electrical by the above information. The local Hyundai dealership would like for us to take the vehicle in to check for the problem. About a year ago or less we had a vehicle recall on two specific items. After taking our vehicle to the dealership to see about the two recalls. One of the recalls was looked into and fixed. The second recall was never fixed and the car engine was running in the worst manner, the engine would run and stall, at a stop light while the engine was running, the engine would misfire. We were at the dealership and they wanted us to leave our vehicle so that it could be checked by their technicians while in the process we were told that we were responsible for the problem or vehicle misfiring/stalling of the engine. We called the 888-327-4236 for assistance and our problem was solved. By having your group contacting the dealership and having our second vehicle recall fixed and solved. That's the main reason for not going back to the dealership, apparently they are the only ones in town. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated. If we have to go back to the dealership, we'd go back but only with your assistance. Thank you. Email ccalvillo3@hotmail. Com or cell 915-472-5131.

70 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 07/03/2017

2011 Hyundai Sonata is very unsafe. I have had to have brake light recall fixed at least 3 times and the brake lights are still going out. The horn has completely gone out. The engine shuts off at random times leaving me stranded in unsafe situations. The takata airbags still have not been replaced. Car is very unsafe to drive; Hyundai needs to buy back all these vehicles.


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