Complaints by model year
Each bar is one model year. Highlighted: 2011. The most recent years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
Year by year
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 1 |
| 2025 | 11 | 0 |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 |
| 2023 | 15 | 0 |
| 2022 Sonata Hybrid | 19 | 0 |
| 2021 Sonata Hybrid | 55 | 0 |
| 2020 Sonata Hybrid | 16 | 1 |
| 2019 Sonata Hybrid | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 Sonata Hybrid | 9 | 1 |
| 2017 Sonata Hybrid | 81 | 3 |
| 2016 Sonata HybridMost complaints | 133 | 5 |
| 2015 Sonata Hybrid | 54 | 4 |
| 2014 Sonata Hybrid | 28 | 3 |
| 2013 Sonata HybridMost complaints | 108 | 4 |
| 2012 Sonata HybridMost complaints | 155 | 6 |
| 2011 Sonata HybridMost complaints | 96 | 6 |
A model year gets its own page when it has enough data for at least three sections
Most common problems
- Engine345
- Electrical system205
- Power train101
- Unknown or other95
- Service brakes69
- Steering53
- Fuel/propulsion system51
- Vehicle speed control41
NHTSA ODI complaints, all model years
Crash-test ratings by year
NHTSA 5-star results for 14 model-year variants; 14 of 14 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Year | Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 2027 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 4 DR HEV FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
| 2026 | 2026 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 4DR HEV FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
| 2025 | 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
| 2022 | 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
| 2021 | 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
| 2019 | 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 10.5 % |
| 2018 | 2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 10.5 % |
| 2017 | 2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 10.5 % |
| 2016 | 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 10.5 % |
| 2015 | 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 10.5 % |
| 2014 | 2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
| 2013 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
| 2012 | 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
| 2011 | 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | 9.7 % |
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption by year
Official Canadian test results for 16 model years, best variant per year. Combined consumption ranges from 5.0–6.4 L/100 km.
| Year | Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sonata Hybrid · Full-size · Regular gasoline | 5.3 | 4.6 | 5.0 |
| 2025 | Sonata Hybrid · Full-size · Regular gasoline | 5.3 | 4.6 | 5.0 |
| 2024 | Sonata Hybrid · Full-size · Regular gasoline | 5.3 | 4.6 | 5.0 |
| 2023 | Sonata Hybrid · Full-size · Regular gasoline | 5.3 | 4.6 | 5.0 |
| 2022 | Sonata Hybrid · Full-size · Regular gasoline | 5.3 | 4.6 | 5.0 |
| 2021 | Sonata Hybrid · Full-size · Regular gasoline | 5.3 | 4.6 | 5.0 |
| 2020 | Sonata Hybrid · Full-size · Regular gasoline | 5.3 | 4.6 | 5.0 |
| 2019 | Sonata Hybrid SE · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 5.9 | 5.1 | 5.6 |
| 2018 | Sonata Hybrid SE · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 5.9 | 5.1 | 5.6 |
| 2017 | Sonata Hybrid SE · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 6.0 | 5.3 | 5.7 |
| 2016 | Sonata Hybrid · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 5.9 | 5.3 | 5.6 |
| 2015 | Sonata Hybrid · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 6.6 | 5.9 | 6.3 |
| 2014 | Sonata Hybrid · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 6.5 | 5.9 | 6.2 |
| 2013 | Sonata Hybrid · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 6.5 | 5.9 | 6.2 |
| 2012 | Sonata Hybrid · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 6.8 | 5.8 | 6.4 |
| 2011 | Sonata Hybrid · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 6.8 | 5.8 | 6.4 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
13 campaigns cover the Sonata Hybrid; the latest 12 are below.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Sonata and 2011-2012 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. On February 27, 2018, Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) notified NHTSA that they were recalling 154,753 model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. On April 18, 2018, Hyundai expanded the recall to include an additional 425,305 model year 2012-2013 Sonata and 2011-2012 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V-152. The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 8, 2014, to August 18, 2015, and Hyundai Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to March 18, 2016, equipped with the panoramic sunroof option. Due to a bonding issue with the sunroof wind deflector, the sunroof panel on the affected vehicles may detach while driving.
NHTSA recalls