Brake Light On problems of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

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

1 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 11/30/2018

While car is in motion, on highway or anywhere at anytime, the check brake warning light comes on display screen, with an beeping alarm, then the brakes drop to floor barely stopping the vehicle with a grudging noise. I went to the dealer, they gave me the option to replace the abs system but was not sure of the exact problem and tried to sell me a newer car. This company already has lots of recalls and has put many people's lives in danger. This issue is happening to many other vehicles the same as mine and they are not safe for anyone.

2 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 12/20/2013

While coming to a stop at a traffic light, my brakes malfunctioned. The brake warning light came on and the peddle became slack. The peddle fell to the floor. I was able to stop the car before entering the intersection. After a moment the brake warning stopped and the brakes worked again. This happened again as I was parking my car in the driveway. I have video of both incidents. Dealer has been notified, but is not able to schedule a repair for 5 days. It will have to remain parked as I am concerned about safety.

3 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 10/11/2013

On October 11, 2013 I was driving vehicle at about 30 mph. The traction, brake, and check engine light started flashing. The engine started to accelerate & decelerate at random and vehicle jerked (intermittently) all mentioned lights then stayed on constantly. Vehicle was driven to dealership. Dealership scan tested & found steering angle sensor code in history, then recalibrated steering angle sensor. Vehicle was also serviced for recall regarding lower control arm (replaced). 2nd incident occurred on 10/22/13. I started car in the morning, and all the lights came on. Vehicle was shut off and then towed to same dealer. Service technician could not "duplicate" code. I was told by service that car was fine/operable. 3rd incident occurred on 10/23/13. I was driving and vehicle brake light, & trac light came on. Car was again jerking/surging and accelerating and decelerating at random. Vehicle scanned by technician and multiple "can" codes and steering angle sensor communication code found in history. Technician called technical assistance and was advised to replace motor driven power steering unit, replaced steering column with power steering unit, all ok after repairs (per dealer). Rental car charge incurred totaling $26. 28. 4th incident occurred on 1/2/14. I was driving vehicle and traction control lights, brake light, and abs brake started flashing. Trac light then stayed on constantly. Car began jerking (again) and accelerated/decelerating. Vehicle taken to different dealership. Service writer test drove car while I was in vehicle, and stated there was something definitely wrong w/vehicle and that it wasn't safe to drive. Rental car obtained. Technician looked at car, called support, and was told to charge hybrid battery. Service writer called back and stated that car was ready to be picked up. I refused to pick car. . .


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