Hyundai Sonata Hybrid recalls and problems
13 recalls and 798 owner complaints for 16 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
13
Complaints
798
Crashes reported
37
Fires reported
25
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Hyundai Sonata Hybrid by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sonata Hybrid | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 Sonata Hybrid | 0 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Sonata Hybrid | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Sonata Hybrid | 0 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 Sonata Hybrid | 0 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Sonata Hybrid | 0 | 55 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Sonata Hybrid | 1 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 Sonata Hybrid | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 Sonata Hybrid | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 Sonata Hybrid | 3 | 81 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Sonata Hybrid | 5 | 133 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 Sonata Hybrid | 4 | 54 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 Sonata Hybrid | 3 | 28 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 Sonata Hybrid | 4 | 108 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 0 |
| 2012 Sonata Hybrid | 6 | 155 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 Sonata Hybrid | 6 | 96 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Most reported Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 345 | |
| Electrical System | 207 | |
| Power Train | 101 | |
| Unknown or Other | 95 | |
| Service Brakes | 69 | |
| Steering | 52 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 49 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 41 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 37 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 |
All Hyundai Sonata Hybrid recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-047 | Jan 26, 2026 | 2026 | Electrical System | 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… |
| 23V-651 | Sep 22, 2023 | 2011–2015 | Park outsideService Brakes, Hydraulic | 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… |
| 22V-196 | Mar 28, 2022 | 2020 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. |
| 21V-749 | Sep 24, 2021 | 2016–2017 | Electrical System, Exterior Lighting | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. |
| 21V-727 | Sep 17, 2021 | 2017 | Engine | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles. |
| 21V-619 | Aug 6, 2021 | 2016–2018 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. |
| 20V-746 | Dec 1, 2020 | 2011–2013, 2016 | Engine | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. |
| 20V-393 | Jul 2, 2020 | 2011–2012 | Equipment | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. |
| 18V-137 | Feb 27, 2018 | 2011–2012 | Air Bags, Seat Belts | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Sonata and 2011-2012 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. |
| 17V-617 | Oct 4, 2017 | 2011–2015 | Seat Belts | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V-152. |
| 17V-152 | Mar 8, 2017 | 2011–2015 | Seat Belts | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. |
| 16V-726 | Oct 11, 2016 | 2015–2016 | Visibility | 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… |
| 16V-232 | Apr 21, 2016 | 2016 | Air Bags | Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016 to February 22, 2016, and one… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has the most reports (155). Check the 2012 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid have?
NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls covering Hyundai Sonata Hybrid model years 2011–2018, 2020, 2026.
What are the most common Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems?
Owners report engine, electrical system, power train problems most often.