Is the Hyundai Sonata Reliable?
2001–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Hyundai Sonata Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 20 | 1 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 39 | 1 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 100 | 6 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2022 | 2 | 75 | 8 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 126 | 20 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2020 | 3 | 126 | 6 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2019 | 0 | 116 | 3 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 250 | 19 | 1 | 60 | Fair |
| 2017 | 2 | 580 | 10 | 1 | 57 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Sonata Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Sonata scores exactly at the sedan average.
Known Hyundai Sonata Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1433 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Sonata reliable?+
The Hyundai Sonata scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 11 recall campaigns and 1433 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Sonata is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Sonata achieved the highest reliability score of 81/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a Sonata last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Hyundai Sonata owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Sonata will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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