Wiper problems of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata

Nine problems related to wiper 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.

1 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2020

All the electrical on the drivers side conti ues to fail. The blinker on the driver side only works if the headlights are on and the brake/blinker lights constantly go out even though the bulbs are fine.

2 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2020

When I turn steering wheel it makes the loud sound. My windshield only works on fast mode. Try to call the place I got it from they don't know what's going on. They want to keep it over night but can't get ahold of anymore for them to get it. They will not return my calls. The been going on since I got the car. ## #vpic# 1 - check digit (9th position) does not calculate properly #vpic#.

3 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 12/30/2019

Sunglasses holder drops down due to wear in the latching mechanism, partially obstructing visibility in rear view mirror. The problem initially occurred when it was hot, but became more frequent with more wear. Appears to be common occurrence based on internet query.

4 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 07/21/2019

I was driving in the neighborhood near home at around 20 mph in a speed bump area. I suddenly became aware of a strong burning smell inside the car. I slowed, pulled over and realized the check engine light was blinking. Seconds later an explosive sound erupted. The passenger airbag inflated. It collided with and cracked the windshield, broke the rear-view mirror mount and threw plastic chunks around the car. Some plastic struck me. It took a few minutes for the powdery smoke to diminish. On inspection I found damage to the glove compartment door and to the dashboard on the passenger side. Nobody besides myself was in the car, fortunately. There was only a hat on the passenger seat. After taking some phone pictures I turned the car around, drove it home and parked.

5 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 06/02/2017

Airbag light turned on, and passenger dashboard cracked.

6 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 12/22/2016

The morning of December 22,2016 about 7:30 am headed to work, suddenly I hear something sounding like a gun shot near my head!! my sunroof had exploded!! scared the heck out of me!! I was driving about 45-55 mph on a highway. I don't know how I did not wreck my car!!.

7 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 05/28/2014

I own a 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS it began to rain very hard, when I turned the switch on for wipers they would not work. I was on the way home from work, and pulled under a bridge, and waited for the storm to blow over which lasted a lot longer than I expected. The car was completely useless until the rain stopped. The dealership told me the wiper motor went bad. With a pretty hefty cost to repair it. I have not replaced the motor yet, and I am upset that a car only 3 yrs. Old would have a wiper motor going out already . I read on the web of many others with this same make and model having the same problem. I am so glad I was not on the highway when it suddenly began to downpour with rain. It very well could have caused and accident.

8 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 02/18/2013

Premature scratching of windshield glass.

9 Wiper problem

Failure Date: 05/19/2012

While driving my 2011 Sonata, the windows fog up to a dangerous level where I can not clearly see the road, especially the front windshield. This happens at various times of the day and night in cold, hot, humid or raining, etc. Weather conditions. I am most affected at night while returning from the gym and I have to travel through winding, dark, deer infested wooded roads. No matter what temperature setting I place thermostat, it fogs! I have taken my car in several times with the same complaint and the dealer is aware and says multiple people have complained but they have no solution. Dealer says to match outside temp with inside car temp and leave a/c on. I followed the advice, I turn on the a/c in the winter and the heat in the summer and it is very uncomfortable but still doesn't effectively solve the dangerous problem. Outside temperatures reach 100+ degrees in atlanta and turning on the heat after working out makes a bad situation worse. I feel people can or will die or be seriously injured if the problem isn't corrected by the manufacturer / dealers.


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