Hyundai Sonata Recalls (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026)

What recalls does the Hyundai Sonata have?

• 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Instrument Cluster Recall (26V047) Repeat recall
  January 26, 2026 · 41,651 vehicles · Electrical System

  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."

  Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Hyundai Sonata Fuel Recall (25V796)
  November 17, 2025 · 85,043 vehicles · Fuel System

  A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.

  Risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve.

• 2024 Hyundai Sonata Brake Lights Recall (24V583)
  August 7, 2024 · 38,331 vehicles · Brakes

  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."

  Risk: Flashing brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the rear brake light software, free of charge.

• 2023-2024 Hyundai Palisade Drivetrain Pump Recall (23V526) Park outside
  July 27, 2023 · 52,109 vehicles · Transmission

  The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

  Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

  Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.

• 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa FE Transmission Recall (22V746)
  October 6, 2022 · 56,148 vehicles · Transmission

  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.

  Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary.

• 2021 Hyundai Santa FE Windshield Recall (21V00M)
  December 28, 2021 · 26,413 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.

  Risk: A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa FE Fuel Line Recall (21V524) Repeat recall
  July 9, 2021 · 15,752 vehicles · Fuel System

  5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

  Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge.

Which Sonata parts are recalled most?

Which Sonata model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my Sonata for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 7 Hyundai Sonata campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Hyundai dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are Sonata owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

On 5 separate occasions the car has shut itself off while driving. After the first 2 times the car was taken to the dealership where they found nothing wrong and told us to replace the battery.

2021 HYUNDAI Sonata owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11642341

I live northern suburbs of Illinois. I was backing out of a parking spot when I couldn’t switch gears from Reverse to Drive. My car showed flashing lights and said system malfunction and service immediately. I had to put the safety brake and turn of my car.

2021 HYUNDAI Sonata owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11641099

Car keeps jerking also it’s something going on with the fuel injections I’ve had to get them replaced twice.

2022 HYUNDAI Sonata owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11661682

Can a recall make your Sonata a lemon in California?

Owners of a Hyundai Sonata often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

2 of the 7 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 2 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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Other Hyundai models with recalls

• Accent: 4 recalls
• Elantra: 11 recalls
• Elantra Hybrid: 6 recalls
• Elantra N: 5 recalls
• Ioniq 5: 15 recalls
• Ioniq 6: 6 recalls
• Ioniq 9: 3 recalls
• Kona: 8 recalls
• Kona Electric: 3 recalls
• Kona N: 2 recalls
• Nexo: 2 recalls
• Palisade: 15 recalls
• Palisade Hybrid: 3 recalls
• Santa Cruz: 9 recalls
• Santa FE: 18 recalls
• Santa FE Hybrid: 10 recalls
• Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid: 5 recalls
• Sonata: 7 recalls
• Sonata Hybrid: 1 recall
• Tucson: 15 recalls
• Tucson Hybrid: 4 recalls
• Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid: 4 recalls
• Veloster: 1 recall
• Veloster N: 2 recalls
• Venue: 3 recalls

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