Hyundai Sonata Hybrid years to avoid
More than twice the Sonata Hybrid's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Hyundai Sonata Hybrid years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems
All model years combined.
- Engine363
- Electrical206
- Brakes111
- Transmission101
- Fuel system63
- Steering54
- Acceleration41
- Driver assistance35
- Airbags21
- Lights20
- Visibility17
- Body17
Most reported problems on the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 3 | Brakes | 1 | 2 | ||
| 2025 | - | 11 | Electrical | 0 | 1 | ||
| 2024 | - | 10 | Acceleration | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2023 | - | 15 | Engine | 0 | 3 | ||
| 2022 | 89 | 19 | Electrical | 0 | 0 | Fewest complaints | |
| 2021 | 74 | 55 | Electrical | 0 | 1 | ||
| 2020 | 90 | 16 | Engine | 1 | 1 | Fewest complaints | |
| 2019 | 95 | 5 | Engine | 0 | 1 | ||
| 2018 | 93 | 9 | Engine | 9,500 | 1 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2017 | 59 | 81 | Engine | 66,000 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 39 | 133 | Engine | 66,000 | 5 | 4 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 67 | 54 | Electrical | 50,500 | 4 | 4 | |
| 2014 | 79 | 28 | Engine | 88,000 | 3 | 3 | |
| 2013 | 45 | 108 | Engine | 64,000 | 4 | 8 | Avoid |
| 2012 | 33 | 155 | Engine | 77,259 | 6 | 2 | Avoid |
| 2011 | 48 | 96 | Engine | 89,000 | 6 | 6 |
Recalls 13
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- The warranty coverage for the clock spring has been extended to 15 years with unlimited mileage from the...
- The warranty coverage for the clock spring has been extended to 15 years with unlimited mileage from the...
- Fuel filler door that is difficult to open due to the push-type opener mechanism
- Fuel filler door that is difficult to open due to the push-type opener mechanism
- Intermittent battery discharge condition due to the air conditioning controller not fully powering down...
- Intermittent battery discharge conditions due to the air conditioning controller not fully powering down...
- This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s...
- This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s...
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Questions about the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
What years of the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid should you avoid?
2012, 2013 and 2016. Each has more than twice the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2012 alone has 155, mostly about engine and transmission.
What is the best year for a used Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
2018, 2020 and 2022 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (9, 16 and 19).
What is the most common problem with the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
Engine, with 363 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (206) and brakes (111).
How many recalls does the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid have?
13 recalls between 2011 and 2026. The 2012 model year has the most, with 6.
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