Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid Years to Avoid (2026): Worst and Best Years

Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid years to avoid

No model year of the Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

All model years combined.

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

Year	Score	Complaints	Top problem	Typical mileage	Recalls
2019	93	5	Fuel system		0
2017	68	32	Engine	13,000	2
2016	75	26	Engine	30,000	2

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

What years of the Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid should you avoid?

No single model year of the Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid?

Engine, with 36 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (25) and fuel system (14).

How many recalls does the Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid have?

2 recalls between 2016 and 2019. The 2017 model year has the most, with 2.

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.