2010 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Discussions

Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

• Re: sonata transmission clunk downshift [carowner13]

  Written by: pamala76825 on Jan 21, 2012 9:18:57 AM

  I also have a 2010 hyundai sonata which two months after i bought it the transmission did the same thing took it in they computer flashed it. Ten months after started doing it again took it in they did it again. Month after that started doing it again. Now there telling me because its over 60,000 miles its not cover but i took it in the first time when it was ... Read More

• Re: How to Change the 3rd brake light on 2010 Hyundai Sonata [longo2]

  Written by: chalirebrown on Jan 10, 2012 6:55:25 AM

  just that to change a lightbulb???-well unless you want ot pay the dealer to do it, then you have to do it yourself

• Re: How to Change the 3rd brake light on 2010 Hyundai Sonata [2010sonataownr]

  Written by: longo2 on Jan 9, 2012 11:02:42 PM

  OMG! all that just to change out a lightbulb?!!! I would trade the car in first!

2011 Sonata Engine Stalls When Sitting at Traffic Light

• 2011 Sonata Engine Stalls When Sitting at Traffic Light

  Written by: ethandou on Jan 9, 2012 12:29:33 PM

  I posted this problem before. But this happened again. Here’s the story. My Sonata was purchased in March 2010. Within one month, the engine stalled when braking to a full stop at traffic light. I took my car to the dealership. They couldn't reproduce the problem and just refreshed the computer software. A little over one month later, my car cut off again while sitting at traffic light. Maybe another one ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Sonata SE 2.0T [jmhjp]

  Written by: backy on Jan 2, 2012 9:38:48 AM

  I don't like to put money down on a lease. The only reason I've leased cars (and I am leasing one now, FWIW) is because I have been able to get a very low payment with nothing or almost nothing out of pocket. And at the time I leased, that's exactly what I was looking for. So financially, it was a good deal compared to buying. The only time I ever ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

• How to Change the 3rd brake light on 2010 Hyundai Sonata

  Written by: 2010sonataownr on Dec 27, 2011 4:45:12 PM

  I just changed the 3rd brake light in my 2010 Sonata - what an ordeal! But I did save the $50 the dealer wanted to charge me! 1. In the trunk, unplug the wire that feeds the 3rd tail light. 2. Remove the rear seat. Remove two 12mm (I think) bolts about 1/3rd and 2/3rd across seat in crack between seat bottom and seat back (where your rear end would be ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Repair Manual [ron4563]

  Written by: kirstie_h on Dec 6, 2011 10:28:14 AM

  I know that this doesn't exactly answer your question with what you're seeking, but http://www.alldatadiy.com has some pretty good info. It doesn't look like they've got the 2011 Sonata info yet, but they do have 2010, so I suspect they'll get it eventually. And, it's not printed. Just thought I'd give you that site in case the printed option doesn't ever materialize.

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: press request [kirstie_h]

  Written by: bluep on Sep 13, 2011 12:45:52 AM

  THE FIRST SONATA I HAD WAS A 2010 SE WITH THE TURBO,I HAD 4200 MILES ON LOVED IT SO MUCH I TRADED IT FOR A 2012 SE ,I JUST THINK IT IS GREAT CAR FOR THE MONEY,I HAD MUSTANGS BEFORE THEY WERE NICE BUT THIS SONATA HAS ALL THE POWER AND GREAT GAS MILAGE.PLUS YOU DONT PAY A ARM AND A LEG FOR THEM.PS MY LAST TRIP I GOT 33 MILES ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

• Re: 2012 Sonata: Weird accelerations & deccelerations [alexkprojt]

  Written by: overtlm on Oct 12, 2011 5:50:45 PM

  My 2011 Sonata is unreliable – Major disappointment and total let down! Here is the letter that I wrote to Hyundai that gives a summary of the issues that I have experienced with my 2011 Sonata. Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing you today to express my total dissatisfaction with my 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited. At the beginning of 2010, I was so excited to hear the rave reviews about ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Don't buy a Hyundai

  Written by: alexkprojt on Oct 3, 2011 5:28:38 AM

  I will never buy a Hyundai again. So far I have had my 2010 Sonata it in to get something fixed over 8 times and it is barely two years old. I guess the red flag was withing two days of having it I noticed a nice and shiny black nut on the ground where I park it, the dealer found out where it came off in the engine compartment. A ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

• Re: 2012 Sonata: Weird accelerations & deccelerations [cubanjoe]

  Written by: alexkprojt on Sep 22, 2011 7:02:54 AM

  It is a problem I also have with my 2010 Sonata. It is caused by a "bug" in the software for the transmission controller. I just happen to have worked for years in designing vehicle controllers, so the dealer was not able to pull a fast one on me (but they tried). What happens is the transmission's microcontroller software creates what is called "loookup tables" that are stored numbers (variables) based ... Read More

2011 Sonata Hybrid

• Toyota/Ford/Nissan vs Hyundai

  Written by: reglee51 on Sep 20, 2011 8:57:50 AM

  I believe the specifics are that Ford 'gave' Toyota diesel engine technology while Toyota 'gave' Ford hybrid technology. I think comparison of the Fusion Hybrid to Camry Hybrid is not fair. The Camry hybrid came out first and has essentially been unchanged whereas the Fusion hybrid came significantly later I think. For example, the new 2012 Camry is far better than the Fusion. I don't think it speaks to Toyota hybrid ... Read More

2011 and 2012 Sonata - Pulling Problem

• Re: comments [eddieb123]

  Written by: ems1 on Aug 21, 2011 4:58:58 AM

  It seems to be luck of the draw if you get a Sonata that has a pulling problem. Of course, you wouldn't understand if your car does not have the problem. I had a 2009 Sonata for three years that didn't have any problems. I traded it for a 2012 that constantly wants to turn right. I don't understand why it steers this way and neither does the dealer. They checked ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

• Hyundai Sonata 2011 Transmission Problem

  Written by: carconsumer3 on Aug 18, 2011 5:44:56 PM

  I have a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. I bought it in Feb 2010. I have 33,000 miles on it. This is my first Sonata and I have many problems already. It's quite disappointing. I already had the whole muffler replaced because it was making metal rattling noise when I gave gas. The car was also pulling to the left so I had the alignment adjusted. Some part of the steering wheel had ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Brakes

• Re: Hyundai Sonata Rear Brakes [averuss67]

  Written by: jimbo5173 on Aug 12, 2011 9:14:30 AM

  Have the same issue the rear breaks are wearing out especially on the outboard side of the pads. I have a 2008 Santa Fe. The rear passenger side wore out in 2010. The other side in 2011. The front ones seem to be okay. But the tire wear on the rear wheels is significant. There should be a recall issued for this problem. I replaced both sides already.

Sonata Bluetooth Problems

• Re: 2010 Hyundai Sonata limited [ds7]

  Written by: laflaone on Jul 16, 2011 10:48:31 AM

  I just got a 2011 Elantra Limited. I too have a Pantech C520. I also have exactly the same problem with outgoing calls at very very low volume, but incoming calls are great. There was a response which said you could go into the cars setup and adjust the volume. This is correct, but it only affects the volume on incoming, repeat, incoming calls. Anybody got a solution? I would even ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Hyundai Sonata Price?

  Written by: tjx on Jul 9, 2011 12:23:32 PM

  Need help please. I would like to purchase a 2010 Sonata 4dr. sedan 2.4 AUTO GLS with the popular package #2. Total MSRP $22,205 including destination. What would you consider a good deal before any taxes/fees etc??? I live in the Washington DC area and would greatly appreciate any and all advice!

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• OPEN RECALL NOTICE: Validated!!!

  Written by: pegasus17 on Jun 26, 2011 8:52:50 PM

  Looks like a recall for transmission reprogramming. Affects MANY cars: TSB# 11-01-016 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE TCM UPDATE (SERVICE CAMPAIGN TF5) Applicable Vehicles: 2011 MY Sonata (YFA) with 2.0L/2.4L engines and automatic transaxles  2.4L GDI: Produced from 12/10/2009~4/11/2011  2.0L Turbo GDI: Produced from 9/1/2010~4/21/2011 Description: This bulletin provides a procedure to update the TCM for 2011 Sonata 2.0L and 2.4L (YFA) vehicles with revised logic for Diagnostic Trouble code P0748 (Pressure ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata 2006-2007

• 2007 Sonata Engine Seized!!

  Written by: jmcny on Jun 16, 2011 3:25:39 AM

  My husbands car just got towed in and we got the call that the engine seized. He gets regular oil changes and now has to prove that he did. Even with those records then the service manager has to approve it and then send it to Hyundai to see if they will even honor the warranty! They said if they don't honor the warrany it will cost us ballpark between 4,000-6,000 ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Anyone know the Sonata GLS Costco price? [sinned1]

  Written by: alookman on Jun 15, 2011 9:27:00 AM

  The better car buying service is AmEx/Zag where the manufacturer to dealer incentives that are not publicized are supposed to be passed on to the consumer. It works in some states better, but in Texas it doesn't work since New Car Dealers Assoc. forbids such low quotes, God forbid, it may put our new car dealers out of business! Read old posts in another form titled "New Accord Price Paid" to ... Read More

Used Sonata 2007 93k Miles OK?

• Used Sonata 2007 93k Miles OK?

  Written by: paramex on Jun 5, 2011 8:27:16 PM

  This is the carfax report, I got the mileage wrong it's not 93k but 98k. 07/22/2006 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer 08/30/2006 Dickson City Hyundai Scranton, PA 570-487-5000 Pre-delivery inspection completed State inspection completed 11/17/2006 Dickson City Hyundai Scranton, PA 570-487-5000 Rear shock absorbers replaced 12/07/2006 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Susquehanna, PA Vehicle purchase reported 12/15/2006 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Susquehanna, PA Title #64051xxx Title issued or updated ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• Re: BTW [backy]

  Written by: aviboy97 on May 2, 2011 11:19:25 AM

  I'd like to find out where those Hyundais are Enterprise and Budget is where I have been seeing them. My local Budget store has a fleet of the new Elantra's available. I think this is how the whole conversation started. Enterprise has a boat load of 2011 Sonata GLS's they are selling at $18,000 plus.... Starting in 2009, Hyundai/Kia Group sold a whopping 1/3 of all cars to rental fleet agencies ... Read More

Sonata Bluetooth Problems

• 2011 Hyundai Sonata Bluetooth Disgrace

  Written by: hyundaisick on May 24, 2011 3:34:08 PM

  Hi Everyone, we purchased a brand new 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited with the Infinity stereo system (not the navigation by LG) back in September of 2010. We were in love with the sleek new design, along with the fuel economy and safety features; one most importantly being the completely hands-free bluetooth technology that the salesperson could not boast about enough. We were advised, after purchasing our vehicle, that the service tech ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: The Passenger seat is too low [bcasey3]

  Written by: ryster on May 22, 2011 8:08:17 AM

  My parents 2010 Ford Taurus Limited has a 10-way adjustable power passenger seat. The Taurus SEL model has an available 6-way passenger seat. Chevy Impala LT and LTZ also offer 6-way passenger seats. Hyundai should think about including a 6-way passenger seat on SE and Limited trims, or at least making it available as an option. It would further differentiate them from the competition. I have had a couple of people ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Steering problem [targettuning]

  Written by: alookman on Apr 29, 2011 8:25:22 AM

  I am in the same situation, I want to buy Sonata which would be my first Hyundai car, but with various issues popping up I am waiting for 20112 model to arrive, under the assumption that it wil be "fixed". Generally, intro models have more isssues than later on models. Consumer Report rates 2011 Sonata above average reliability based on 2010 sales. Also, Camry and Altima get complete model change in ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• Re: BTW [aviboy97]

  Written by: j2j on May 13, 2011 7:17:34 PM

  "Judging by the run sheets I receive from Hertz, Enterprise and National rental car agencies, the vast majority are American cars and Chrysler has by far the most amount of cars available. Toyota and Hyundai seem to have the biggest numbers from the imports." - No, nowadays that would be Nissan, followed by Toyota. Among domestics, the Fusion and Malibu had a fleet mix % of 31.2% and 32.2%, respectively, in ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: New TSB re: Sonata Tracking Problem? [crucialminutia]

  Written by: moontrain on May 3, 2011 7:27:31 AM

  Last year ( May 2010 ) after I got my Limited I went in for an oil change and they ( Hyundai dealer ) told me they had to do a steering software update. I have never had a pull left problem with my 2011 Sonata. My car was made in March 2010.

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• Re: Did my final test drives [aviboy97]

  Written by: luckyseven on Apr 30, 2011 9:20:40 PM

  It's only a joke if they actually don't sell the car for anything close to $18-19k. But if they can get that price for it... that's good news for people buying a new Sonata today I don't know what idiot would buy a used car for a price of the new one but for the seller it never hurts to ask high. I just checked my local auto trader listing and ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Steering problem [schdy]

  Written by: moontrain on Apr 29, 2011 6:56:41 PM

  I got my 2011 Limited in April of 2010 and I have had no steering problems at all. My car was made in March of 2010.

Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

• Re: 09 Sonata transmission downshift [terrijordan24]

  Written by: mel71 on Apr 19, 2011 11:22:55 AM

  Terri: Thank you for your information. I have a 2009 Sonata and my transmission is doing the same thing. Primarily when it is cold, and I am coming to a stop, at about 20 mph the tansmission derks down into 1st gear which causes me and passengers to fall forward, like someone hitting the brake hard. As it warms up it is not much of a problem. I called your dealer ... Read More

2010 Hyundai Sonata tire and brake problems

• Re: 2010 Hyundai Sonata tire and brake problems [tupacd]

  Written by: backy on Apr 13, 2011 2:22:03 PM

  As I said, there is a one-year/12k mile adjustment period where just about everything is covered. Be sure the problem is documented on the service order, so if it is not fixed the first time it can still be fixed under the 1-year adjustment period (if that applies here). Good luck!

• Re: 2010 Hyundai Sonata tire and brake problems [backy]

  Written by: tupacd on Apr 13, 2011 1:51:04 PM

  Thanks for the reply. I don't think I have gone over any big potholes - I mostly drive within city.... Yes I will be taking the car just 3 days before 1 year anniv. (not a good sign if you ask me).... So any particular reason why I should take it before 1 year anniv.... Thanks 2pac

• Re: 2010 Hyundai Sonata tire and brake problems [tupacd]

  Written by: backy on Apr 13, 2011 1:42:47 PM

  Is it possible there was front rim/suspension damage, e.g. hitting a pothole? That could explain both the vibration and the problem with the tire. The tires have a limited warranty, but brakes etc. are covered if defective. However, if the problem is due to "misuse" including an accident of some kind, it would not be covered. Best to take it in to the dealer before its 1-year anniversary, as there is ... Read More

• 2010 Hyundai Sonata tire and brake problems

  Written by: tupacd on Apr 13, 2011 12:48:41 PM

  Hi all, Sorry if this is a repeat thread. I bought a brand new 2010 Sonata in April 2010. So far I only have 2500 miles on it. The problems I am having are: 1. When I apply the brakes, there is some vibrating sounds coming... Has anybody had similar issues... 2. The passenger side front tire does not hold air more than 25-26 psi.. If I raise it to 34 ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted

• 2011 Sonata - rust spots

  Written by: roastbeef on Mar 31, 2011 6:09:51 AM

  I took delivery of the new Sonata 2011 (limited) in APril of 2010. I love this car. Looks great, drives good - got a lot of compliments. Last week I was washing the car, and I noticed 3 rust spots on my front hood and 2 just above the front windshield.... A friend of mine who loved my car so much he bought one as well - also has rust spots ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Transmission Problems

• 09 Hyundai Sonato Transmission issue - RECALL

  Written by: terrijordan24 on Mar 30, 2011 1:14:31 PM

  I started having the downshift issue in the beginning of winter this year - I had about 30K miles on the car at the time. It would downshift at 1000 rpm when slowing down for a stop sign and then buck forward. I kept meaning to bring it into the garage and finally a week ago brought it to a local garage and they told me it was the transmission. I ... Read More

• Re: 09 Sonata transmission downshift [jackiech]

  Written by: juliek0226 on Mar 28, 2011 5:00:44 PM

  I have a 2009 Hyundai Sonata as well. I have been having the same problem since August 2010. I have had my car in 8 times to a local Hyundai dealer and have been in contact with Hyundai corporate. I have nothing good to say about either one. It took me driving my car for the mechanics to show them the issue with the transmission lurching in a down gear. They ... Read More

• First time owner

  Written by: sonataowner5 on Mar 14, 2011 7:34:53 PM

  The same thing happened to me. I was driving along about 50 mph and it too felt like I hit a cinderblock and then I noticed the motor was turning about 3000 rpms as opposed to the 1500 it normally did at 55 mph. My sonata was purchased in Nov 2010. I have made 4 payments on it and it has only 11,000 miles. After reading these posts I am not ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted

• Re: Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted [kirstie_h]

  Written by: gtandea on Mar 14, 2011 7:04:50 PM

  since my car start rusting, I started looking at other Sonatas and today i saw one (2011) with more rust than mine. This car is at least 6 months newer than mine. I am totaly disapointed with Hyunday: they designed some nice cars but this faulty materials give owners a sawer test.

2011 Sonata Hybrid

• Hyundais biggest problem...

  Written by: acdii on Mar 11, 2011 6:10:46 AM

  is their dealerships. This is the last hurdle they need to cross before they can be in the same league as, Lexus, and other high end car companies, Hyundai is striving for that market with the Genesis and Equis, and Veracruz models. Now with the new Hybrid they are competing directly against the leaders, Ford and Toyota. They had better start getting their dealers on the same track or they will ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted

• Re: Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted [lkeldy]

  Written by: gtandea on Mar 9, 2011 6:31:05 PM

  I am totally dissapointed with the dealership (Kingscross - Toronto) or/and Hyundai Canada: In a month since I contacted the dealership Hyundai Canada did not open a file for my situation because they did not received the pictures from the dealership! Wow! And one will think that in the digital era everything will go faster! Not the case! :(

• Re: Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted [lkeldy]

  Written by: kirstie_h on Mar 6, 2011 7:51:16 AM

  Please keep in mind that, while we encourage the sharing of information, and reporting of problems to the NHTSA (or your own national governing board), we don't permit organization of legal action within the forums, so let's make sure to steer clear of that activity.

• Re: Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted [gtandea]

  Written by: lkeldy on Mar 6, 2011 5:32:54 AM

  I spoke with the dealer yesterday and they said they can do nothing but buff them out. I am not sure it is going to work. I paid extra for the rust proofing and the paint protection. They said they can't do anything about the rust repair unless it is rusted all the way through. I agree with you, I think there is a class action suit here. No brand new ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted [lkeldy]

  Written by: gtandea on Mar 5, 2011 5:29:34 PM

  so far the dealeship do not want to take any responsabilities for this and I tried to call Hyundai Canada. I have been calling them at least once a week for the last 4 weeks and I did not hear any answer. Hyundai Canada is waiting for the pictures taken by the dealership (and cannot accept pictures taken by me). Whenever I pass by a Sonata in the parking lot I ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted [gtandea]

  Written by: lkeldy on Mar 5, 2011 7:53:49 AM

  gtandea, I too have a 2010 Hyundai Sonata, with rust forming on the hood. I live in New York and I purchased new less than 1 year ago. UGHHH... Any word from the dealer? I will keep you posted on the respnse I recieve.

• Hyundai Sonata Limited 2010 - Rusted

  Written by: gtandea on Mar 3, 2011 4:27:43 PM

  I have a Sonata Limited model 2010 on the roads since July 2009. When I got the car I got extended warranty and rust proofing. In January I noticed that on the hood, around the crome inserts there are some rust spots. I took the car back to the dealership (kingskross - Toronto) and they said it is not covered by warranty. Since early February I am tring to find Hyundai ... Read More

2010 sonata jackrabbit starts

• Re: 2010 sonata jackrabbit starts [oldguy13]

  Written by: ace_ventura on Feb 22, 2011 1:25:53 PM

  Hi Old Guy 13, many thanks for replying Yes I am in Canada and the driving conditions were really typical on a canadian winter in one of the trips (very windy and cold). My tire pressure etc should be OK as I just had a oil change from the local hyundai dealer. I am not too worried about the fuel consumption. I know very few can beat Sonata in that class. ... Read More

• Re: 2010 sonata jackrabbit starts [ace_ventura]

  Written by: oldguy13 on Feb 22, 2011 8:09:45 AM

  Are you in Canada? ( L/100 ). If so, Canadian fuel consumption ratings are based by the Government testing (not Hyundai's) on a "best case" situation travelling at a highway speed of 80Km/hr average. To see the difference the speed can make reset the L/km setting while driving at 80Km, observe the consumption rating and then go to your speed of 120. You will see an increase in consumption due to ... Read More

• Re: 2010 sonata jackrabbit starts [vince17]

  Written by: ace_ventura on Feb 21, 2011 7:34:08 PM

  Hi vince17 and others, I did not understand the problems you mentioned, but I want to share an issue with my Hyundai Sonata 2010 automatic 4 cylinder 175 hp. I got it last feb so its been one year. I didn't drive it much at all (around 7,000 km) and when i did i was really happy with it- i felt smooth and on highways i felt like cruising (i dont ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: 2011 Sonata Left Pull [abghar]

  Written by: ken2011 on Feb 21, 2011 4:54:41 PM

  I am in the early stages of attempting to correct my left pull. I am trying to research what others with this problem are doing, what the dealers are trying, what works, what doesn't, because Hyundai/Kia Corp. doesn't seem to have a fix, or even if they admit there is aproblem. I have read other threads regarding the struts and alignment, but different tires are interesting. Are these new tires still ... Read More

• 2011 Sonata Left Pull

  Written by: tetovari on Feb 14, 2011 12:22:36 AM

  I bought a lefty 2011 Sonata SE Turbo 3 days ago . Pulls hard to the left . I found this article published in businessweek.com saying that there will be recall for 2011 Sonatas over steering problem . What makes me wonder is that this was on September 2010 and now we still have Sonatas with steering problem . Tomorrow I am going to the dealer to report the problem and ... Read More

2010 sonata jackrabbit starts

• Re: oldguy13 [vince17]

  Written by: oldguy13 on Feb 8, 2011 7:13:17 AM

  Received response from Hyundai Canada today re 2010 Sonata . Referred me back to the dealer who had previously told me hadn't heard of a throttle issue and there was no fix. With Hyundai being such a progressive company I'd hoped for better.

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: Why Done't They Just Fix it Already? [nickys]

  Written by: nickys on Feb 1, 2011 9:05:26 AM

  http://www.hyundai-forums.com/t58483-calling-all-hyundai-techs33.htm My take on it... too much "it's in specs" BS... too much dependence on the line is between the 2 ends of the extremes, it good... those doing align need to be able to "read" the numbers and know what will happen.. When I was doing align at previous dealer, I set the car up for a purpose,, that was make sure cambers were balanced and the toe was minimal, ... Read More

• Re: Why Done't They Just Fix it Already? [jlflemmons]

  Written by: nickys on Jan 31, 2011 10:14:28 PM

  It might not be an easy fix, yet the fact still remains that the vast majority of the 200K sold 2011 Sonatas in 2010 are in good working order w/o a left pull. There is the common thread, whateveah the cause(s). I expect a solution for a permanent fix not any of this shade tree hocus-pocus incorporating different tire PSI to encourage a rolling anchor. That's crap. I didn't skin my ... Read More

• Re: Steering Issues also on 2011 Elantra [nickys]

  Written by: nickys on Jan 31, 2011 3:54:23 PM

  Purchased a 2011 Sonata SE. Took it back to the dealership within one week of owning it for a steering problem --- vehicle constantly pulling left. The dealership diagnosed it as needing an alignment adjustment. Adjusted it and returned it three days later. I returned the vehicle one week later with the same problem --- still pulling left. This time the dealership kept the vehicle for TWO weeks. The dealership couldn't ... Read More

• Re: Steering Issues also on 2011 Elantra [nickys]

  Written by: nickys on Jan 31, 2011 3:53:24 PM

  as was mentioned in the a prior post to come up with a solution, basically went through the a basic trouble diagnostic procedure that the dealer would normally do.. Bottom line it was a strut and camber bolt + alignment, no part number listed in my work order. I am impressed that they did get engineers on the problem in less then 2 weeks after complaining about it. Maybe it was ... Read More

• Re: Steering Issues also on 2011 Elantra [nickys]

  Written by: nickys on Jan 31, 2011 3:51:51 PM

  dealer prior to their arrival last week. As I suggested in one of my earlier posts they may have known their was a potential problem with camber adjustment/tolerances that some cars may not run true "as built" and will need a slight adjustment to the camber (still within spec) to alleviate the problem. It is an easy fix, maybe 1 hour for the strut another 1/2 hour for alignment. The fact ... Read More

• Re: Steering Issues also on 2011 Elantra [jjohns1]

  Written by: nickys on Jan 31, 2011 3:44:18 PM

  Here are my notes and most came from the hyundai-forums in the YZ 2011 turbo sub-forums. I've never posted there, but there's about 28 pages or so on left pull issue. http://www.hyundai-forums.com/index.php?showtopic=54868&st=100&#entry376474 Post #118 Mine is set dead on factory "preferred" spec, I know this because I set it myself, and I have absolutely no pulling issues. I completely agree with you about just saying "It's in spec" being total BS. ... Read More

• Pull Drift Compensation

  Written by: pentimentos on Jan 30, 2011 8:35:29 PM

  OK. Apparently Ford took the required actions as far back as 2008 to solve this problem which is present in many (but not all) vehicles of most any make and/or model that has EPS (Electric Power Steering). Unfortunately, most manufacturers are still pretending that they don't have a clue..or that the driver is imagining the problem. As mentioned in my previous post, this is not a mechanical defect..it is a programming ... Read More

• Re: Official Sonata Defect Investigation [jjohns1]

  Written by: asclaire on Jan 30, 2011 3:53:40 PM

  I think the recall mentioned in the above post is related to a steering column recall on earlier cars. Our dealer proactively mentioned this to us--different cause (manufacturing assembly issue at an Alabama plant). We have had ours (purchased Dec 2010) back to the dealer three times, with latest visit being prompted by call to us from Hyundai Consumer Affairs, who worked with our dealer on a replacement of the steering ... Read More

• Official Sonata Defect Investigation

  Written by: jjohns1 on Jan 30, 2011 3:22:41 PM

  This is already a recall...I just picked up my Sonata Limited Turbo and noticed it pulling to the left-oops. -------- NHTSA Campaign ID number: 10V426000 Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): HYUNDAI / SONATA 2011 Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY Mfr's Report Date: SEP 23, 2010 Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR Potential Number of Units Affected: 138,354 Summary: HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 11, 2009, THROUGH ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Anyone purchase 2011 Turbo, Limited, without Navi? [buzzy8]

  Written by: usfarbuo1 on Jan 22, 2011 7:51:26 AM

  I also had problems buying a Hyundai after driving Lincolns for over 30 years. But in 2006 I was fed up with problems that I always seemed to have with my Lincolns-mechanical problems. So I looked at a new 2006 Hyundai Azera and bought it. Kept it for exactly four years and 40,000 miles - NEVER had one mechanical problem or any problems for that matter. just serviced it regularly oil ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• HD radio problem

  Written by: lfr3 on Jan 20, 2011 9:12:46 AM

  I have have a 2011 Hyundai Sonata Ltd. Since I bought it in August of 2010, the HD radio has not worked properly. I thought it was originally frequency pblms but the bluetooth also had an issue of fading out. The dealer changed the radio after the second visit. Since then, the bluetooth seems to be working, but the HD radio does not hold a signal and fades in and out. ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Lease Questions

• Re: 2011 Sonata 2.4L Ltd Lease (NYC) [joe02]

  Written by: bmwnewbie530i on Jan 10, 2011 10:43:57 AM

  I would have to agree with this poster, although I think its hard to avoid the $595 Hyundai Motor Finance acquisition fee regardless of the state you are in. At least no dealer I spoke with would negotiate it. When I bought my SE 2.0 Turbo in December 2010, the residual for the Limited (no turbo) was 57%, it may have come down in 2011.

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2009-10 Hyundai Sonata [geffen]

  Written by: backy on Jan 9, 2011 10:20:19 AM

  You won't get the same performance from the I4 as from the V6, but you'll get better fuel economy with the I4. Depends on what is more important to you. Have you considered the Sonata's cousin, the Optima? Kia dealers in my area are closing out the 2010s because the all-new 2011s are rolling in, and there's real good prices on the 2010s, e.g. LXes for around $14k advertised price after ... Read More

• 2009-10 Hyundai Sonata

  Written by: geffen on Jan 9, 2011 7:47:31 AM

  I've debating on buying a used Hyundai Sonata a dealership near me has a used 2010 Sonata 4 cyl priced at $13,900 with 41,000 miles on it and they also have a 2009 with 49,000 miles 6cyl and its priced at $13,200. this week i'll be test driving them both to make a decision. they both seem to have the same features other than the engine difference, would i get just ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: Sonata Steering problem [nickys]

  Written by: l84work on Jan 7, 2011 11:19:02 AM

  I have a Limited that was purchased in October. The same pull to the left exists with my car. I have had it to the dealer three times. First time they replaced one tire, the second time they aligned and the third time they gave it back to me and said nothing is wrong with it. Hyundai Motors has a real problem with this issue that they cannot seem to resolve. ... Read More

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Looking for Pricing on 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS Auto w/Package 2&3 [truebrother1]

  Written by: alookman on Dec 21, 2010 9:24:05 AM

  19,600 for GLS w/PEP, mats plus 18 alloy in Summer 2010. Its in Mckinney, TX salesman's last name rhymes with "safe". its north of Dallas, TX off I-75.

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: Sonata has biggest increase in sales [syitalian25]

  Written by: caseybru on Dec 14, 2010 8:02:04 AM

  Statistics from Motor Trend May, 2010 2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 0-30 . 2.9 sec........0-40 . 4.4 sec........0-50 . 6.3 sec 0-60 . 8.1 sec.........0-70 . 10.7 sec.......0-80 . 13.4 sec 0-90 . 16.8 sec.......0-100 , 21.0 sec quarter mile 16.2 sec @ 88.6 mph passing 45-65 . mph 4.1 sec braking 60-0 mph , 123 ft.

2010 sonata jackrabbit starts

• Re: 2010 sonata jackrabbit starts [zara728]

  Written by: vince17 on Oct 30, 2010 3:05:18 PM

  Greetings Zara,Clearly something is wrong with your braking system,there should be no shaking or lack of stopping power,go to another dealer at once.My problem is smooth acceleration,very very touchy gas pedal(folks tell me I will get used to it). The other thing I noticed all my other vehicles would promptly start to slow down upon taking my foot off the gas pedal(this I believe is known as "back pressure" from the ... Read More

• Re: 2010 sonata jackrabbit starts [vince17]

  Written by: zara728 on Oct 29, 2010 9:05:37 PM

  vince17 hi i bought a 2010 sonata April 2010 and I am having the same problem brought it back to hyundai to get checked out they said nothing is wrong with it. everytime i stop on brakes it act like it dont want to stop and start shaking. i am also having a problem with my odometer. i have not gone out of town but 1 time and total miles were ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• press request

  Written by: kirstie_h on Oct 14, 2010 8:54:53 AM

  A reporter is interested in talking with owners of the Hyundai Sonata who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to pr@edmunds.com no later than Saturday, November 20, 2010 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren. Thanks for your consideration, Jeannine Fallon Corporate Communications Edmunds Inc.

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• Re: size standards [igozoomzoom]

  Written by: brainfertilize on Oct 26, 2010 5:56:24 AM

  I guess I don't really understand reviewers. The following is what I recall from my own research from all sorts of sources, so I can't provide a link. The 2009 Mazda6 is just barely smaller than the largest car in the class (the Accord). It has the biggest trunk in its class. It has the tightest turning radius in its class. Some reviewers complained that getting bigger made it less maneuverable...I ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: Buick Regal vs. Sonata [ttb]

  Written by: 2011limited on Oct 5, 2010 12:30:54 PM

  Ken Thomas WASHINGTON — The Associated Press Published on Tuesday, Oct. 05, 2010 12:35PM EDT Last updated on Tuesday, Oct. 05, 2010 2:19PM EDT No more grade inflation for new cars and trucks The U.S. Transportation Department outlined changes Tuesday to the government's 5-Star Safety Rating System that will make it more difficult for new cars and trucks to earn top scores. Only two of the first 34 vehicles tested under ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata Turbo Pricing released!

• 2011 Hyundai Sonata Turbo Pricing released today!

  Written by: atlanticone on Oct 4, 2010 2:57:51 PM

  Hyundai released pricing info on the 2011 Sonata turbo. Will be in dealers by the end of this month. http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2010/10/hyundai-prices-turb- o-versions-of-hot-sonata-sedan/1

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: Release date? [bucwild]

  Written by: atlanticone on Oct 4, 2010 2:55:03 PM

  Turbo should be in dealers by the last week in October. USA Today had a good article on it today. http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2010/10/hyundai-prices-turb- o-versions-of-hot-sonata-sedan/1

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Is this a good deal? [smuggymba]

  Written by: ben1986 on Oct 2, 2010 9:17:25 AM

  I decided not to get it. I'm waiting for the 2011 Sonata Hybrid. I wanted better mileage and i think it looks better than the regular model. Hyundai said it will come out Q4 of 2010. You can get a deal like 24,183 for 2011 Sonata Limited with Navi and it does include backup cam from Zag.com. If your a member of any of those companies listed, you can get a ... Read More

2010 sonata jackrabbit starts

• Re: 2010 sonata jackrabbit starts [vince17]

  Written by: cliff5 on Sep 26, 2010 10:51:17 AM

  I have a Sonata, bought Sept '09/stick same problem, wife and I stalled a lot. I am 42 and have driven...hmm 12 cars of my own and many rentals (UK) ALL standard. This is the most difficult car I have driven to make smooth. At 17000km (one month ago) and 5th visit, under threat of going to Hyundai for next step in the complaints process,... "problem found with clutch/biting too low.." ... Read More

2009 Sonata Clutch Problem

• Re: 2009 Sonata Clutch Problem [indiana_bob1]

  Written by: cliff5 on Sep 26, 2010 10:40:10 AM

  I bought a 2010 Sonata in Sept'09 - so it is the same car as a 2009. After 2 weeks we started getting a problem with difficult gear changes (not smooth 1-4) and very difficult engagement upon pull-away in first often resulting in stalling or wheel-spinning. Occasionally i would attempt to change gear and after neutraled it would not go into gear (crunch) as if the clutch had gone. if you ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: Wandering Car [poodog13]

  Written by: mazda6dude on Sep 25, 2010 11:10:48 PM

  I feel better today. At least I got some type of victory/justice: http://www.familycarguide.com/blog/1049730_2011-hyundai-sonata-steering-recall-a- ffects-139500-cars http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-09-25/hyundai-to-recall-sonata-sedans-in-u- -s-on-steering-issues.html

2009 Sonata Clutch Problem

• Re: 2009 Sonata Clutch Problem [cnyguy]

  Written by: meadedavid on Sep 23, 2010 10:43:57 AM

  I have the same problem starting at 28000 miles and has slowly gotten worst and it feels dangerous, i am going in tomorrow friday 9/24/2010 to see what hyundai has to say. I will keep in touch. David

2009-2010 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: searching for information on used 2010 hyundai sonata GLS auto [nuriddin]

  Written by: dovid2 on Sep 20, 2010 4:39:15 PM

  I don't know if this is still germaine; however, on item 4, the dealer can easily reprogram the door locks, and it should be free. I spoke to the service manager who misunderstood me & the mechanic reprogrammed it wrong. When I spoke to the mechanic, he did it right the next time. I had them set to lock at 10 mph and not unlock at all.

Hyundai Sonata Navigation System

• Nav defect 2011 Sonata purchased Aug 30, 2011

  Written by: 97prime on Sep 15, 2010 8:37:15 PM

  The Nav system on my newly purchased, brand new, otherwise perfectly running 2011 Sonata (Aug 30, 2010) does not recognize my home address (in an older neighborhood in northern New Jersey), which is an odd number, but does recognize my neighbor across the street who has an even house number. It also doesn't recognize the address of my relative a who lives 3 blocks away and also has an odd address, ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Sonata Map Update for 2010 [nstuff]

  Written by: themerg on Sep 15, 2010 11:55:34 AM

  My service advisor stated that it was because of lockups and the system freezing on the Hyundai logo screen. I haven't had that issue except for maybe once not long after I got the car and restarting the car took care of it. - Merg

• Re: 2009 Sonata Map Update for 2010 [nstuff]

  Written by: themerg on Sep 15, 2010 6:00:59 AM

  Just found this on the web posted in June 2010... 2009 SONATA NAVIGATION SYSTEM REPLACEMENT (CAMPAIGN TA6) IMPORTANT: DEALERS MUST PERFORM THIS CAMPAIGN ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES WHENEVER AN AFFECTED VEHICLE IS IN THE SHOP FOR ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR. IMPORTANT: WHEN A VEHICLE ARRIVES AT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT, ACCESS HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA'S "WARRANTY VEHICLE INFORMATION" SCREEN VIA WEBDCS TO IDENTIFY OPEN CAMPAIGNS. DESCRIPTION: This bulletin describes the procedure to remove ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Sonata Map Update for 2010 [nstuff]

  Written by: themerg on Sep 15, 2010 5:53:30 AM

  The code on the invoice from the dealership says: "TA6 09 NF NAVIGATION REPLACE 10-01-011" I also had the transmission system update as well when I went in this past time, too. From what it seems like, I should have had the Nav System replaced back in May, but the tech refused to do it then because I had updated the map. And, hopefully, Hyundai will reimburse me. I need to ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Sonata Map Update for 2010 [nstuff]

  Written by: themerg on Sep 14, 2010 5:54:08 PM

  I'm actually getting this V3 one. Due to a recall on my system, I need to have it replaced, but needed a new Map Update disc since my one from 2009 could not be used on the new system. I ordered the 2010 update back on 08/31 and after a week of it not shipping out I called. I was told the 2010 update was backordered, but they would be getting ... Read More

Sonata Bluetooth Problems

• Re: 2010 Hyundai Sonata limited [ds7]

  Written by: cmaster on Sep 9, 2010 12:16:22 PM

  There is a separate volume setting in the Bluetooth setup, turn it up some and you'll be fine. I had this issue and this was the solution...

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Press request

  Written by: KarenS on Sep 7, 2010 12:48:08 PM

  A reporter seeks to interview people who recently purchased (or are considering purchasing) a new Hyundai Sonata. Please reply to jfallon@edmunds.com no later than Wednesday, September 7, 2010 noting your previous vehicle and sharing a few words describing your thoughts on the car.

2011 Hyundai Sonata

• Press request

  Written by: KarenS on Sep 7, 2010 12:47:34 PM

  A reporter seeks to interview people who recently purchased (or are considering purchasing) a new Hyundai Sonata. Please reply to jfallon@edmunds.com no later than Wednesday, September 7, 2010 noting your previous vehicle and sharing a few words describing your thoughts on the car.

• Re: Federal government opening case on 2011 Sonata's steering [LASHAWN]

  Written by: mikemartin on Sep 5, 2010 10:19:46 PM

  I've been seeing quite a few incidents spoken of and raised regarding the steering on many places, including Hyundai Forums. Who knows what to make of it now. I recently re-test drove a Limited, and I think the ride is too firm and there's too much ROAD noise in the Sonata compared to Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry, Chevy Malibu, Ford Fusion and Mazda 6 I recently drove. I do like the ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• Re: Accord vs Sonata [m6user]

  Written by: aviboy97 on Sep 2, 2010 7:34:23 AM

  Auto manufacturers know how their car will resale better then third party sources do since the manufacturers take them back when the lease is over. For 2010, the Honda Accord was the highest ranked by ALG in the mid-sized segment. What I do not understand is how the Sonata is all of a sudden predicted to be worth more then the Accord just because of a flashy design, featured content and ... Read More

2010 sonata jackrabbit starts

• Re: 2010 sonata jackrabbit starts [arto7]

  Written by: vince17 on Aug 28, 2010 1:30:11 PM

  Greetings Arto7 Perhaps your right maybe the site address is incorrect,anyhow still not used to the drive by wire(can you believe that?)The 2011 only come with a 4cyl,my 4cyl for the most part is fine.The car is well built.The Korean car market ,Hyundai has come along way.Hard to find fault with anything on this car,: - )

• Re: 2010 sonata jackrabbit starts [vince17]

  Written by: arto7 on Aug 27, 2010 9:35:14 PM

  A late response I know but I am looking at getting a 2010 Sonata tomorrow so I was in the forums looking for info on that model. Anyhow, I just wanted to say that I think you meant hyundai-forums.com. If you leave out the dash you get one of those generic fake search sites rather than the Hyundai community I think you meant to mention.

Hyundai Sonata Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2011 Sonata

  Written by: sandman_6472 on Aug 12, 2010 1:21:04 PM

  Sat in one at the dealership today...sweet car. The sticker was pure fantasy on their part..$25k for a GLS model! Power seat but no roof...wonder if $19k would be reasonable? The seats in the 2010 C Class I drove earlier in the day over at the MB store were so much better, but for $13k more, they should be. Sonata felt like a bigger car but Hyundai has finally made it ... Read More

2009-2010 Hyundai Sonata

• Re: searching for information on used 2010 hyundai sonata GLS auto [nuriddin]

  Written by: greatlakesjr on Aug 6, 2010 4:20:36 AM

  Yeah, I had to ask myself was getting new worth the at-least $3,000 hit it would take immediately? My answer was yes, not only because of the 15-20K less miles it had but also the fact that I was the original driver (no guessing as to how someone else drove/maintained it). And the depreciation factor is also not so relevant to me because I plan to keep it 10-12 years.

• Re: searching for information on used 2010 hyundai sonata GLS auto [greatlakesjr]

  Written by: nuriddin on Aug 5, 2010 11:04:48 AM

  Thanks for the response. The depreciation cost is the only thing deterring me from purchasing a new car. We'll see. I may have to bite the bullet.