NHTSA has received 110 owner complaints about the 2022 Hyundai Sonata, or 23.5 per year on the road — fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.56, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2022 vehicles we track, it ranks #45 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Hyundai models its rate is 58% lower; against other Midsize sedans it is 41% lower.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2021-08-27 and 2026-08-04. Median delay from incident to filing: 18 days.
110Complaints
23.5Complaints per year on the road
0.56Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
3Recalls
7.3%Share involving a crash or fire
31Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2021) drew 32.3 complaints per year, more than this one. The following model year (2023) drew 27.2 per year, more than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2022 model collected 43 complaints, 42% lower than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Engine (23.6% of complaints), followed by Electrical (19.1%) and Fuel system (17.3%). Within Engine reports, owners most often mention “gas”, “engine”, “shut”, “died” and “duplicate”. 8 reports (7.3%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 5 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 27 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was years three to five (36% of incidents). In the last 12 months 31 new complaints were filed, versus 23 in the 12 months before — the pace is rising.
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for this model year. 32% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses. 1 NHTSA defect investigation covers this model year; the most recent is “Pedestrian alert sounds” (opened 2023-01-27, closed 2023-08-07).
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles0.56
vs. other Hyundai models0.42
vs. other 2022 models0.6
vs. other Midsize sedans0.59
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (43)0.58
Hyundai Sonata SEL - 2022 Both Leg break and hand break didnt work while driving. its a very severe issue in this model.
Brakes · 2026-05-31 · ODI 11741184 · Crash
I was pulling into a parking space at my church, same place I routinely parked. I was moving forward slowly with foot on brake alternating lifting foot to move forward until I was all the way in.
Other · 2026-01-09 · ODI 11709968 · Crash
RECALL REMEDY FAILURE AND MANUFACTURER COERCION My Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Hyundai Sonata Limited has been held completely out of service at an authorized Hyundai facility since June 2, 2026, due to severe fuel tank expansion under active NHTSA Safety Recall…
Fuel system · 2026-08-04 · ODI 11754635
The driver's power seat drive cable on the left-hand track rail snapped internally. The motor only advances the right side, causing the seat to twist violently to the left and jam. This mechanical failure occurred prematurely at 9,000 miles.
Other · 2026-07-28 · ODI 11753307
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormally loud bang coming from the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact became aware that the sunroof windshield visor had shattered.
Body & structure · 2026-07-28 · ODI 11753318
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve. The fuel tank assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Campaign 22V746000 · 2022-10-06
Summary: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Campaign 21V524000 · 2021-07-09
Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.
DP22005 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM · Opened 2023-01-27 · Closed 2023-08-07 · Campaign 22V063000 · Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and ele…
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata?
110 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata, or about 23.5 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata?
The most common category is Engine, accounting for 23.6% of complaints.
Does the 2022 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall(s) for this model year. 1 NHTSA defect investigation covers this model year; the most recent is “Pedestrian alert sounds” (opened 2023-01-27, closed 2023-08-07).
Is the 2022 Hyundai Sonata still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 31 new complaints were filed, versus 23 in the 12 months before — the pace is rising.
How does the 2022 Hyundai Sonata compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 110 owner complaints about the 2022 Hyundai Sonata, or 23.5 per year on the road — fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.56, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2022 vehicles we track, it ranks #45 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Hyundai models its rate is 58% lower; against other Midsize sedans it is 41% lower.