2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid engine problems
40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — 42% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. The contact turned off the vehicle, and while inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was a puddle of oil on…”
filed Aug 19, 2026
“The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V746000 (Engine). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and had recall repair was completed. The contact stated that two weeks after the repair, while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle failed…”
filed May 13, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can…Campaign 20V746000 · Dec 1, 2020
Related service bulletins
This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H-2 (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine Replacement) or the…
26-01-033H TSB · Warranty Program/Extension · issued Mar 26, 2026This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine Replacement) or the latest…
26-01-033H DN · Warranty Program/Extension · issued Mar 26, 2026
Engine problems in other Sonata Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Sonata Hybrid | 2 | 11% |
| 2021 Sonata Hybrid | 21 | 40% |
| 2017 Sonata Hybrid | 45 | 56% |
| 2016 Sonata Hybrid | 72 | 55% |
| 2015 Sonata Hybrid | 17 | 33% |
| 2014 Sonata Hybrid | 11 | 41% |
| 2013 Sonata Hybrid | 40 | 37% |
| 2012 Sonata Hybrid | 67 | 44% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.