The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. That contact stated that the ABS fuse had been replaced but the vehicle experienced unstated failures with the braking system. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid brakes problems
17 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 76,000. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- typical mileage
- 76,000
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: wheel speed sensor/tone ring1
At what mileage
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Hyundai Sonata Hybrid brakes problems in other years
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- Risk
- An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Recall number 23V651000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V‑520, 20V‑543, 21V‑161, 21V‑160, 21V‑303, 22V‑056, 22V‑810, and 23V‑651. Kia recalls 16V‑815, 20V‑518, 20V‑519, 21V‑137, 21V‑331, 22V‑051, 22V‑800, and 23V‑652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.
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What 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated that upon retrieving the vehicle from the local dealer after a recall repair, the brakes were inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where a diagnostic test was completed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata hybrid. On several occasions, while driving 40-50 MPH, an audible chime was heard and the check brake warning indicator illuminated. Once the chime stopped, the accelerator and brake pedals were rendered inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle was turned off and restarted, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to malcolm cunningham hyundai (4355 stone mountain hwy, lilburn, ga 30047, (770) 972-1222) where it was diagnosed that the wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000.
Year: 2011 VIN: [xxx] few days ago change new part and installation 6/28/2019 changing the brake ABS assy in millennium hyundai service center but still have problems check brake warning again my hyundai sonata hybrid. When driving the check brake signal comes on and shuts down the car and render it drive less until I shut off the engine and restart it .we still have the same problem check brake signal come on information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata hybrid. While driving approximately 1 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle accelerated independently. The vehicle struck the tire of a heavy truck, bounced off the tire, and struck a parked vehicle. The contact stated that the brakes were inoperable. Prior to the crash, the vehicle switched from hybrid propulsion to gas propulsion. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. There was no injury sustained. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair facility. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
My vehicle "check charging system" warning came upon the start up of the hybrid in the morning 12/31/2018, going to work. This was an issue on a heavy precipitous day in past. However there was not heavy rain, I turned the vehicle back off. It turned on without the warning which 1st appeared in front area and is audible. It started as I approached a stop sign. I live about 6 minutes away from work. The battery life is visible and it was not changed from mid point which has always been same. The tank had gas, no issue, and I drove it to work. I assumed with the car turned off for the 6hour shift I had, that it would possibly be relieved. I started the car to now drive to the store for quick grocery essentials. Within a 15 min time frame from work, store quick shopping there, and home again. The warning came back on. As I braked, or came to a stop for lights the warning would stop. As I pushed on gas pedal it would start. As I was approaching an intersection with traffic lights, I prepared to stop but as I got closer the car would not stop anymore than it had (which was significant) but not stopping, as I noticed the distance, my foot on the brake all the way I heard the vehicle (closing song) which is supposed to be heard when you turn the vehicle off. I looked at the dash in front of me which went blank all across the board and I braced for impact. My vehicle came to a stop because the collision occurred with this malfunction and my car hit the car in front of me. Physically we are ok. I am still paying for this vehicle and it is powerless by the curb at my residence until I can afford to have a tow truck pick it up. The dealership said no warranty, no assistance by them. I have a claim with hyundai which is slow. You tube has so many vehicles from 2011 and recent models that are reporting same warning issues. I have a recording of it from that day.
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.
I was driving on the freeway at approx. 60 MPH and the parking brake suddenly engaged. The dash alarm went off and the car starting making terrible grinding noises and swerving lane to lane. I was able to fight it and make it to the right shoulder. After turning the car off and on again it disengaged and I was able to drive it for a short distance before it happened again. I had it towed to my house and will take it to the dealer on monday.
Questions about the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid brakes
Does the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 17 complaints about the brakes of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, 18% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 76,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 23V651000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid have bad brakes?
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid model years with the most brakes complaints are 2013 (26 complaints), 2012 (25 complaints) and 2011 (17 complaints).
Other 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems
Engine 41Steering 18Electrical 17Transmission 10Airbags 8Driver assistance 6Acceleration 5Seat belts 3Wheels 3Fuel system 2Suspension 2Body 1Lights 1Visibility 1
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