2011 Hyundai Sonata Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 230 brake complaints for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 7% of all complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 76,000. A related recall (14V433000) covers a brake fluid leak from brake hoses on early-production 2011 Sonatas.
- Brakes complaints
- 230
- 7% of 3,376
- Crashes reported
- 22
- Fires reported
- 8
- Injuries reported
- 9
- Median mileage
- 76,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners describe pressing the brake pedal and feeling little to no resistance or stopping power, sometimes at low speeds around intersections or parking lots.
- Several drivers report sudden unintended acceleration while attempting to brake, resulting in collisions.
- Some report the brake pedal feeling hard or unresponsive, described as feeling like a brick under the foot.
- A few owners noted the ABS engaging unexpectedly right before a loss of braking and acceleration.
- Multiple complaints mention brakes failing again after prior repairs, with the vehicle eventually crashing into another vehicle or fixed object.
- One owner linked the failure to a known brake hose issue after researching other Sonata brake problems online.
When 2011 Hyundai Sonata brake complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 2, 2010, latest Jul 18, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata
- NHTSA 14V433000Jul 18, 2014Brakes133,075 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured from December 11, 2009, through September 1, 2010. The affected vehicles may experience a brake fluid leak from the two brake lines that connect the brake system's master cylinder to the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) due to insufficient seal between the inner brake hose and metal brake line fitting.
Risk: If the brake lines leak brake sufficient fluid, the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster will illuminate and longer stopping distance will be required, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake hoses with a revised service part, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 122.
Brakes complaints by Sonata model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are brake complaints for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata?
- NHTSA shows 230 brake complaints for the 2011 Sonata, making up 7% of the 3,376 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata?
- Yes. Recall 14V433000 covers 2011 Sonatas built between December 11, 2009 and September 1, 2010 for a brake fluid leak from the brake hoses; Hyundai replaced the hoses free of charge.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2011 Sonata?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 76,000 at the time of brake-related failure complaints.
- Did the 2011 Sonata's brake issues cause crashes?
- NHTSA logged 22 crashes, 8 fires, and 9 injuries associated with brake complaints on the 2011 Sonata.
- Are brake complaints worse for the 2011 Sonata than other model years?
- The 2011 Sonata's brake complaints made up 7% of its total complaints, lower than the 12% share seen in 2010 and 2012, but the raw count of 230 is the highest among the years listed.