Hyundai Sonata Engine problems
1.79 vs. all vehicles Within ±30% year on year
495 of the 1,243 complaints about the Hyundai Sonata (39.8%) concern Engine, making it the model's largest problem area. That share is 1.8× the Engine share across all tracked vehicles.
495Complaints · Engine
39.8%Share of complaints
1.79×vs. all vehicles
118Last 12 months
4.6%Share involving a crash or fire
0Related recalls
Analysis
118 Engine complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 115 in the 12 months before — up 3%.
23 of these reports (4.6%) describe a crash or fire, with 4 injuries and 0 deaths mentioned.
No recall campaign addresses Engine for the tracked model years.
By model year
When complaints were filed
Last 12 months: 118 · Previous 12 months: 115
What owners report
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, smoke started coming from the hood and the vehicle was pulled over into a parking space.
Vehicle caught fire after repeatedly taking it to Hyundai for service . I complained about the oil consumption and knocking noises while the vehicle was still under warranty and it was denied.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The paint is peeling off the car, when I went to the dealership they said this is a known problem for 2015-2018, but they can't fix it there is no recall.
My car's engine is burning oil. I have maintained service of oil changes and fluids, etc. since I purchased my car. It is not that old in my opinion.
am writing regarding 43099808 Number with Hyundai My 2019 Sonata hybird se in limp mode with an active flashing P1326 knock sensor code.
While driving at highway speeds, the emergency brake system will apply and alert me. It’s happened twice now in the last 3 weeks. I’ve experienced a random loss of power while driving on the highway with no check engine light on the dashboard.
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Related recalls
No recall campaign addresses Engine for the tracked model years.
Problem areas · Hyundai Sonata
- Engine495
- Electrical154
- Fuel system133
- Unspecified or other117
- Transmission / powertrain87
- Body & structure68
Hyundai Sonata problems, complaints & recalls by model year ›
Related reading
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