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Hyundai Sonata Hybrid recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns and 791 owner complaints for the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, covering model years 2011 to 2026. The 2012 model year drew the most complaints (154), and Engine is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 13 recall campaigns on file
  • 791 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 16 model years with data (2011–2026)
  • most complaints: 2012 (154 for that model year)
  • top component: Engine (339 complaints)
  • latest recall 26V047000 (reported Jan 26, 2026)
  • 37 complaints reporting a crash (4.7%)
  • 25 complaints reporting a fire (3.2%)
  • 23 complaints reporting an injury (2.9%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaints by model year

16 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2012 model year has the most complaints: 154 of 791, or 19.5%. Next come 2016 (132) and 2013 (108). The fewest are for 2026, with 3 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2011–2026Column chart of 791 complaints across 16 model years. The highest is 2012 with 154. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2011: 96 complaints9620112012: 154 complaints15420122013: 108 complaints10820132014: 27 complaints2720142015: 53 complaints5320152016: 132 complaints13220162017: 80 complaints8020172018: 9 complaints920182019: 4 complaints420192020: 16 complaints1620202021: 55 complaints5520212022: 19 complaints1920222023: 15 complaints1520232024: 9 complaints920242025: 11 complaints1120252026: 3 complaints32026
Show the figures for all 16 model years
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
2011966530
20121542510
20131088460
2014273120
2015534330
20161324310
2017801400
201890010
201941010
2020161010
2021551010
2022190000
2023153010
202490000
2025111010
202632010
All model years7913725230

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Hyundai Sonata Hybrid components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Engine is the component named most often, in 339 complaints (42.9% of all 791), followed by Electrical System (202) and Power Train (99).

Components named most often in Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Engine33942.9%
Electrical System20225.5%
Power Train9912.5%
Unknown or Other9512.0%
Service Brakes688.6%
Steering536.7%
Fuel/Propulsion System516.4%
Vehicle Speed Control415.2%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic384.8%
Air Bags212.7%
Engine and Engine Cooling192.4%
Exterior Lighting192.4%
Structure172.1%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)162.0%
Forward Collision Avoidance131.6%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid recalls

13 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Sonata Hybrid, newest first. The 13 campaigns cover model years 2011 to 2026. The 2011 and 2012 model years appear in the most campaigns (6 each).

  • 13 recall campaigns
  • 1 “Park Outside” advisory
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2011: 6 campaigns2012: 6 campaigns2013: 4 campaigns2014: 3 campaigns2015: 4 campaigns2016: 5 campaigns2017: 3 campaigns2018: 1 campaign2019: no campaigns
2020: 1 campaign2021: no campaigns2022: no campaigns2023: no campaigns2024: no campaigns2025: no campaigns2026: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 26V047000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

    Model year 2026

    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."

    Consequence:
    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  2. NHTSA campaign 23V651000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model years 2011–2015

    NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.

    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.

    Consequence:
    An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  3. NHTSA campaign 22V196000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Trunk Lid › Latch

    Model year 2020

    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."

    Consequence:
    A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the trunk latch and replace the trunk latch base, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 221/010G.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  4. NHTSA campaign 21V749000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal; Electrical System › Software

    Model years 2016–2017

    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.

    Consequence:
    A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  5. NHTSA campaign 21V727000

    Reported

    Engine

    Model year 2017

    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.

    Consequence:
    A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the defect on November 16, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 209.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  6. NHTSA campaign 21V619000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Trunk Lid › Latch

    Model years 2016–2018

    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."

    Consequence:
    A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  7. NHTSA campaign 20V746000

    Reported

    Engine

    Model years 2011–2013, 2016

    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.

    Consequence:
    A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 198.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  8. NHTSA campaign 20V393000

    Reported

    Equipment › Electrical

    Model years 2011–2012

    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.

    Consequence:
    An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  9. NHTSA campaign 18V137000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module; Seat Belts › Pretensioner; Air Bags › Side/Window; Air Bags

    Model years 2011–2012

    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.

    Consequence:
    If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install an external wire filter kit, free of charge. The recall began October 15, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 174.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  10. NHTSA campaign 17V617000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Pretensioner; Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage

    Model years 2011–2015

    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.

    Consequence:
    If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will again verify the connection between the seat belt linkage and the pretensioner and additionally install a warning label to prevent future seat belt linkage detachment, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 169.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

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  1. NHTSA campaign 17V152000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage

    Model years 2011–2015

    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.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for the recall is 160.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  2. NHTSA campaign 16V726000

    Reported

    Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

    Model years 2015–2016

    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.

    Consequence:
    If the sunroof detaches from the vehicle it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wind deflector anchor plate, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 152.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  3. NHTSA campaign 16V232000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model year 2016

    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 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicle manufactured October 15, 2015. In these vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage air bag deployment, resulting in the second stage not deploying in certain crashes. The primary stage will deploy as intended.

    Consequence:
    An air bag that does not inflate increases the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 144.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid have?

NHTSA lists 13 vehicle recall campaigns for the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, covering model years 2011 to 2026. The most recent, 26V047000, was reported on January 26, 2026 and is filed under “Electrical system”. The 2011 and 2012 model years are covered by the most campaigns (6 each).

Which Hyundai Sonata Hybrid model year has the most complaints?

The 2012 model year, with 154 of the 791 complaints in NHTSA’s file (19.5%). The next are 2016 (132) and 2013 (108). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaint?

Engine is the component named most often: 339 complaints, or 42.9% of all 791. Electrical System (202) and Power Train (99) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Hyundai dealer.

How many Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 791 complaints, 37 report a crash, 25 a fire, 23 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.