NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 48 owner complaints for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata. Most complaints involve electrical system (20) and exterior lighting (8). The EPA rates it 27–29 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. The software for the brake lights may cause the brake lights to flash and not illuminate properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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 |
“Was driving with the wife on the highway and all of the lights and the dashboard turned off for about 3 seconds then came back on When the lights did come back on the seat belt light was illluminated then went out again We were safe but scary going 60 mph then all of a sudden total darkness”
“I was traveling along [XXX]. This is a dangerous road it has hills and curves. I was driving my 2024 Hyundai Sonata, where all of a sudden headlights went off and the infotainment center went off I couldn’t see anything on the road. Luckily I was right by a gas station (Circle K). This isn’t the first time this has happened with this car. Three different times, I was on the express way and almost crashed because the exterior lights and headlights shut off while driving.I couldn’t see a thing and I drifted off the road. I thought I was dead I literally saw my life flash before my eyes. I’m honestly scared to drive this car at night.”
“We were backing up and leaving a parking space when the emergency braking system overrode our driving and forced a stop. This has happened many times, once while turning at a red light (which we had the right-of-way) and our car stopped on the middle of the intersection. Another time was during a turn in a non-traffic light turn lane where timing is important. Our car was again completely stopped in the middle of the road in oncoming traffic.”
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 FWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 36 | 29 | $2,150 | 305 |
| Sonata AWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,200 | 316 |
| Sonata FWD Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 32 | 27 | $2,300 | 333 |
| 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 |
1 safety recall 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 48 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (20), exterior lighting (8), forward collision avoidance (8). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2024 Hyundai Sonata at 27–29 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Hyundai Sonata 5 out of 5 stars overall.