Fuel system, gasoline
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 96 owner complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata. Most complaints involve engine (25) and power train (24). The EPA rates it 27–32 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Sonata model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 52 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1999 | 170 |
| 2000 | 278 |
| 2001 | 219 |
| 2002 | 326 |
| 2003 | 199 |
| 2004 | 202 |
| 2005 | 165 |
| 2006 | 1,047 |
| 2007 | 696 |
| 2008 | 425 |
| 2009 | 460 |
| 2010 | 345 |
| 2011 | 3,380 |
| 2012 | 1,559 |
| 2013 | 1,917 |
| 2014 | 751 |
| 2015 | 1,156 |
| 2016 | 728 |
| 2017 | 769 |
| 2018 | 375 |
| 2019 | 162 |
| 2020 | 183 |
| 2021 | 135 |
| 2022 | 96 |
| 2023 | 88 |
| 2024 | 48 |
| 2025 | 17 |
| 2026 | 3 |
“The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V796000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, while driving 70 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerated unintendedly. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, the brakes failed to respond as intended. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the contact would receive a callback. The failure mileage was 140,000.”
“2022 Hyundai Sonata N Line, VIN [XXX] , purchased August 15, 2025 with low mileage under original manufacturer warranty. Within 3 months, recurring transmission and drivability failures began. Six repair visits since November 2025; 71+ cumulative days out of service within 8 months. Visit 1 (11/24/25, 14,748 mi): Hesitation/failure to accelerate from stop. Could not duplicate. Visit 2 (12/4/25, 14,800 mi): Same concern. Fault codes found; auxiliary pump and relay replaced. Visit 3 (1/19/26, 15,982 mi): Check engine light, jerking. External oil pump leaking; replacement required. Visit 4 (1/30/26, 16,025 mi): Check engine light. TCU update, DCT learning performed; declared resolved. Visit 5 (2/19/26, 16,119 mi): Check engine light returned. Transmission oil pump failed; replaced. Visit 6 (4/14/26, 16,945 mi — OPEN 44+ days): Post-repair lurching, infotainment failure, ongoing jerking. On 5/28/26, the service manager at McDonough Hyundai (McDonough, GA) stated the vehicle likely requires a complete transmission replacement and disclosed approximately 4 additional vehicles at the same dealership with identical unresolved issues. Hyundai Motor America refuses to…”
“The fuel tank assembly became pressurized with compressed air due top worn purge control system check valve. This caused the tank to deform and the deformation of the tank led to the fuel pump being pushed out and the back seat of the car was completely unattached and no longer secured. There was a strong presence of gas smell in the car as well. The check engine light came on and the car began to drive poorly. It was taken directly to a Hyundai dealership where it remains as of today. This could have resulted in the car catching on fire and potentially killing everyone in the car. My [XXX] daughter and 2 friends was driving the car from Louisiana to Mississippi when this occurred. The dealership in MS told her she needed to call and find someone to come and get her because the car was not safe to drive. My daughter was stranded in another state and had a college friend come and get them since I did not have a car and I was in Louisiana. After several hours her friend was able to pick them up which she remained stranded in MS for an additional 4 days. I had to get a friend to meet them halfway and bring her home because the dealership said there was nothing…”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start · Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 38 | 32 | $1,950 | 282 |
| Sonata Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,000 | 293 |
| Sonata Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI · Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,000 | 293 |
| Sonata Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 33 | 27 | $2,300 | 335 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
3 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 96 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (25), power train (24), fuel/propulsion system (23). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2022 Hyundai Sonata at 27–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Hyundai Sonata 5 out of 5 stars overall.