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2025 Hyundai SonataRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 17 owner complaints for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata. Most complaints involve service brakes (6) and vehicle speed control (4). The EPA rates it 27–32 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
27–32mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
17
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
$1,950est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

17 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 2024 – Oct 2026
  1. Service brakes6
  2. Vehicle speed control4
  3. Power train3
  4. Engine2
  5. Fuel/propulsion system2
  6. Seats1
  7. Electrical system1
  8. Air bags1
  9. Wheels1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Sonata model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
199624
199752
199850
1999170
2000278
2001219
2002326
2003199
2004202
2005165
20061,047
2007696
2008425
2009460
2010345
20113,378
20121,559
20131,917
2014751
20151,156
2016726
2017766
2018375
2019162
2020181
2021134
202295
202388
202446
202517
20263
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Service brakes

6 reports
“The structural bracket/part under the driver's seat broke while operating, preventing me from safely reaching and depressing the brake and gas pedals. And also recall that I didn’t authorize with dealership caused my car to have issue with speed control”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 2, 2026Vehicle speed control, Seats, Service brakesODI 11768524

Vehicle speed control

4 reports
“The vehicle is stalling in the acceleration process. I can feel and hear the stall by the air conditioner going out or fading out when it happens while driving. Pressing the gas and it barely moves at times. Makes a noise now while running. Unknown to whether it's electrical or engine or transmission. Pull out in the traffic accelerating but the car wasn't moving at the pace it should have. Could have cause an accident when trying to cross on going traffic. Just got the vehicle 2 weeks ago. No one has inspected the vehicle yet. Going to have it looked at for recalls. No warning lights appeared to reflect an issue, but there clearly is.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 9, 2026Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, EngineODI 11743044

Power train

3 reports
“The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while the accelerator was depressed, the vehicle hesitated, jerked, and failed to accelerate as intended. The failure occurred while driving from a stop and while driving at various speeds, causing the vehicle to decelerate during the failure. While depressing the brake pedal, there was a rubbing or grinding coming from the vehicle, and the braking was rough. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 17, 2026Power trainODI 11757370
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Large Cars
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S8) · Automatic (AM-S8)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Sonata FWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start · Front-Wheel Drive
283832$1,950281
Sonata FWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI · Front-Wheel Drive
253629$2,150305
Sonata AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
253428$2,200316
Sonata FWD
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI · Front-Wheel Drive
233227$2,300333
  • Sonata FWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start
    28 city · 38 hwy · $1,950/yr
    32
    mpg comb.
  • Sonata FWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
    25 city · 36 hwy · $2,150/yr
    29
    mpg comb.
  • Sonata AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    25 city · 34 hwy · $2,200/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • Sonata FWD
    Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI
    23 city · 32 hwy · $2,300/yr
    27
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.7%
Overall
5 / 5
Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.7%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 20584Vehicle 20583
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2025 Sonata questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Sonata have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.

What are the most common 2025 Hyundai Sonata problems?

Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (6), vehicle speed control (4), power train (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2025 Hyundai Sonata get?

The EPA rates the 2025 Hyundai Sonata at 27–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

How safe is the 2025 Hyundai Sonata?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2025 Hyundai Sonata 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026