NHTSA Data Explorer

Hyundai Sonata

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

16,783

Active records

Recalls

73

Active records

TSBs

952

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

22

Injuries

740

Crashes

770

Fires

539

Top reported issues — Hyundai Sonata

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Condition issue

5,182

Operating state

5,075

Reporting mechanism

4,287

Noise

3,148

Safety restraint issue

2,554

Engine behavior

2,461

Performance issue

2,013

Fluid issue

1,655

Thermal issue

1,310

Steering behavior

1,240

Lighting behavior

1,191

Vibration/harshness

1,103

Driver assistance issue

826

Braking behavior

821

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

715

Starting behavior

647

Ride/handling behavior

643

Safety restraint behavior

584

Electrical issue

579

Access/entry issue

470

Electrified system issue

423

Smell

356

Powering on/off behavior

289

Recent change

243

Infotainment behavior

138

HVAC behavior

115

Wiper/washer behavior

33

Communication/network issue

19

Charging behavior

6

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2026 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 23, 2026


When backing into my parking spot the front driver side tire blew at the side wall. Then a few weeks late the Rear driver side tire started to bubble at the same spot and was showing signs that it was getting ready to blow. The first one was immediately replaced under Kumho's warranty and then the second one was replaced on my dime. I feel that the other 2 tires could blow at anytime as the car only has 2800 miles on it and has not been involved in any significant impact or accident.

2017 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 23, 2026


High oil consumption, burning a quart of oil or more every 500 miles since bought used at Hyundai dealership.

2017 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


My 2017 Hyundai Sonata SE, equipped with the Theta II 2.4L GDI engine, is experiencing severe powertrain failures including rhythmic metallic engine knocking, catastrophic oil consumption, and un-commanded surges/jumping in speed while driving. These symptoms manifested following an unauthorized engine replacement performed by Hyundai of El Cajon under Repair Order [XXX], where the dealer covertly outsourced my vehicle to a third-party shop (Legacy Motor Works) to install an unverified used…

2021 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID

Filed Jun 22, 2026


I purchased this vehicle pre-owned approximately two years ago and have since developed concerns about its reliability, particularly related to the electrical and hybrid systems. In hindsight, I suspect these issues may be part of the reason the original owner traded it in to a CarMax dealer. Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, I began experiencing recurring problems with the 12V battery, including frequent instances requiring battery resets. Interestingly, these issues were significantly…

2013 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


. The horn on steering wheel only works when steering wheel is turned completely right, and it is available for inspection upon request. . My safety and others put at risk, when needing to use horn to warn pedestrian or another driver of near miss incidents. . Problem been reproduced and confirmed by independent service center. . Component been inspected by authorized mechanic shop. . There are no warning lames, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure in this…

2019 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


2019 Hyundai Sonata Sport. (Original owner). Problem: Transmission. [XXX] (9,912 miles). Lack of power, vehicle did not move when trying to merge onto freeway. Very unsafe. Also, hesitation and jerking. [XXX] (10,619 miles). Lack of power, hesitation, jerking. Hyundai tech performed TSB, TCU updates, ECU update for knock sensor performance, reset engine & transmission updates. [XXX] (41,332 miles). Harsh shifts, hesitation, jerking, clunk sound, gear grabs, bursts of power, lack of power.…

2013 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


I am writing about my 2013 Hyundai Sonata VIN: [XXX]. On [XXX] my vehicle experienced a knocking noise from the engine and the Illumination of the check engine light. The car lost power and I was unable to drive it home. I had to call a tow service to have the car towed to Alan Turner Hyundai, 6501 Pensacola Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32505. I spoke to a service writer at Alan Turner Hyundai. He told us that they could not help us and to contact Hyundai corporate office for help. We purchased this…

2013 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


I was a victim of odometer fraud I bought a car in February of this year and on my odometer it has like 144,000 miles but in my carfax it states the car has about 300,000 miles.

2020 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the family inside the vehicle, a strong gasoline odor was inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was lowering quickly. Upon exiting the vehicle, the contact became aware of gasoline gushing heavily out of the vehicle onto the ground. Two months prior to the failure, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer due to an abnormal sound coming from the rear…

2019 HYUNDAI SONATA

Filed Jun 20, 2026


The engine is the component or system failed or malfunctioned, and it is available for inspection upon request. Sudden loss of engine power while driving, including during highway speeds or intersections, increasing the risk of a crash. Engine stalling or failure to accelerate, preventing me from safely maneuvering away from hazards. Overheating events, which resulted in complete engine seizure and an unexpected loss of vehicle control, all which can potentially causing catastrophic incident…

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.