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P0011 on HYUNDAI SONATA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
7
Most Affected
2016, 2015, 2009

What P0011 Means on Your HYUNDAI SONATA

Real HYUNDAI SONATA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hyundai sonata. while driving, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. the contact coasted to the side of the road and powered off the engine. the vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normally."

β€” 2009 HYUNDAI SONATA owner β€’ ENGINE β€’ Filed 04/23/2019

"Started having electrical issues, 1: when you use the button to roll up front passenger window or put the car in reverse the electric trunk opener will pop the trunk open. 2: trouble with low voltage to the waste gate accurater sensor that controls the turbocharger unit."

β€” 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA owner β€’ STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM β€’ Filed 03/04/2019

"Intake Camshaft, Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit and Brake Booster are the system that failed all in the same week. My safety is being put at risk because of the bad brake booster I almost rear end someone else. My car doesn’t accelerate has it should initially which could cause a wreck."

β€” 2015 HYUNDAI SONATA owner β€’ AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE β€’ Filed 04/29/2024

"P0010 code and p0011 can hear a metal grinding noise when accelerating also fluctuating rpms. i keep immaculate maintenance and take excellent care of it. absolutely no idea how but parked car everything was normal, started car next day and rpms shot high and light came on."

β€” 2015 HYUNDAI SONATA owner β€’ POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE β€’ Filed 07/23/2018

"Extremely well maintained car began burning excessive amounts of oil. Called Hyundai corporate and they said that there is an extended 150,000 mile warranty on the engine and set me up with the Metrowest Hyundai dealership in Framingham, MA to begin oil consumption test procedure."

β€” 2016 HYUNDAI SONATA owner β€’ ENGINE β€’ Filed 04/02/2025

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0011 on HYUNDAI SONATA

42.9%
14.3%
14.3%
14.3%
14.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2009
1
2012
1
2015
2
2016
3

What To Do Next

  1. 1
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  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
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P0011 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026