2011 Hyundai Sonata Brake Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are brake problems on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata?
174 owners have reported brake problems on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 5% of all complaints for this year and the 6th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 28,000–113,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
174 complaints 5% of all 2011 complaints 80,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (119 of 174). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Brakes complaints by the year the problem happened.
Brakes complaints by Sonata year
Related recalls
Brake fluid leak can lengthen stopping distance
Crash riskTwo brake lines can leak fluid because a seal between a brake hose and a metal fitting is not tight enough. When fluid is lost, the brake warning light comes on and the car needs a longer distance to stop, which raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will replace the brake hoses with a revised part at no cost to you.
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Other 2011 Hyundai Sonata problems
Common questions
What are common 2011 Hyundai Sonata brake problems?
Complaints most often name the caliper.
At what mileage do 2011 Hyundai Sonata brake problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 28,000–113,000 miles. The middle value is about 80,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2011 Hyundai Sonata brake problems?
Yes: 14V433000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Sonata year has the most brake complaints?
The 2011 Sonata, with 174 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.