2022 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
0 recalls — 30 complaints — 33 TSBs — 5/5 safety rating
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
30 total complaints
2 fires 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 11 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP | 1 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. While driving at various speeds, there was a misfire coming from the engine while attempting to accelerate. The failure occurred while attempting to accelerate from a stop.... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 20, 2026
Driving at 78 mph and "Check hybrid system" came on, engine and all throttle/electrical shut off and did not regain power. Had to sit for 5-10mins and vehicle eventually regained power after resetting battery and had no issues.
ENGINE
Jan 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 20, 2026
Driving at 78 mph and "Check hybrid system" came on, engine and all throttle/electrical shut off and did not regain power. Had to sit for 5-10mins and vehicle eventually regained power after resetting battery and had no issues.
ENGINE
Sep 26, 2025
Incident date: Sep 12, 2025
My truck is making a ticking and whistling noise once it is cranked and running. Ford issued a recall on f150’s for a manifold exhaust leak with the same noises I am hearing. The recall # is 19S32. My truck has the same problem and issue as described in the recall. My year and model truck needs to... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 5, 2025
Incident date: Aug 20, 2025
I am driving a 2023 Suburban Z71, continually on and of of the engine light and "reduction in acceleration, drive with care" this truck has the same issue and same engine as the recall, but is not included. Yesterday i was almost t boned at an intersection because the vehicle would not develop eno... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 16, 2025
The rear camera has suddenly changed to a rainbow effect and is very difficult to distinguish details related to be safe view it is designed to display. There was a recall related to the cable connection of the rear camera which is not related to this new color change issue. Honda dealership only of... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 3, 2025
Incident date: Apr 1, 2025
The passenger-side mirror on my Ascent has been damaged and removed since March 2025. I paid for the part on April 8, 2025 and was told it would arrive in a few weeks. As of July 1, 2025, the part has been delayed until August. The mirror is critical for visibility and safe operation. My wife drives... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 16, 2025
Incident date: Mar 5, 2025
My engine is blown at only 80,000 miles. Dealer said bad lifter. I was on the freeway and with no warning I lost power and black smoke. No warning. And now $16,000 to repair. Only 80,000 miles. At 100,000 you change spark plugs. I cannot afford to fix it. I spent 6 years saving up for just the d... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 5, 2024
Incident date: Dec 3, 2024
Oil pressure light failed to engage even though engine started to tick.. resuling in Valves not lubricating effectively. It took until next day for Engine to hesitate. When the Auto start feature engaged( the battery light also showed) This left me at the Lights on green, and i had to put vehicl... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 5, 2024
Incident date: Dec 3, 2024
I bought the truck at 6 pm on [XXX] in Pennsylvania and drove straight home in Brooklyn, when trying to find a parking spot the truck started to act weird(10pm after 190 miles). The rpm was going really high with no power to the wheels and abruptly it seems to find gear and jumped off really fast a ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 1, 2024
Incident date: Nov 29, 2024
Rear back up camera at night is extremely bright and blinding to driver. Makes it useless at night and dangerous. There's no way to lower brightness setting for night time back up moves. I've seen many complaints on this. We owners shouldn't have to pay to have this fix.
SUSPENSION
Oct 27, 2024
Incident date: Nov 11, 2023
The manufacturer has not been able to remedy the batteries for electrical propulsion, saying "no remedy available ". Makes me hesitant to drive or park near other vehicles or structures. I have also complained to the dealership, where I purchased my Jeep, about a wobble/shake in the front-end when ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 27, 2024
Incident date: Nov 11, 2023
The manufacturer has not been able to remedy the batteries for electrical propulsion, saying "no remedy available ". Makes me hesitant to drive or park near other vehicles or structures. I have also complained to the dealership, where I purchased my Jeep, about a wobble/shake in the front-end when ... Read more
STEERING
Oct 27, 2024
Incident date: Nov 11, 2023
When outside temperature drops, car starts in morning with several warning lights illuminated, indicating fault with several safety systems including airbags, brake, power steering, front camera, blind-spot collision warning system, traction control and smart cruise control. Car key fobs have consis... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 18, 2024
Incident date: Oct 18, 2023
Our 2014 KIA Sorento keeps burning through oil. We were told by the dealership to have an oil combustion chamber cleaning. We had bought the extended warranty and have maintained the recommended maintenance on this vehicle. This is a $700.00 (maintenance not covered by warranty). Come to find out, t... Read more
STRUCTURE
Oct 3, 2024
Incident date: Aug 22, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the A-pillar trim detached. Additionally, some of the remaining trims were loosened. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); howev... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 11, 2024
Incident date: Sep 9, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Accord. The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle failed to start. Additionally, there was a loud static sound coming through the speaker while the radio was turned off. The contact was unable to hear any audible sounds the vehicle might have made. There were... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
Aug 5, 2024
Incident date: Jul 26, 2024
See attached document for complaint
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 31, 2024
Incident date: Feb 29, 2024
I HAVE TO KEEP PRESSING THE GAS HANDLE TO PUT GAS IN MY CAR BECAUSE THE [XXX] CARBON SENSOR [XXX] THINGY IS BROKE. also the door keeps clicking and TikTok says it’s going to fly off. Now that’s just dangerous. The clicky thingy is from something that is welded into the door keeps coming off of t... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 18, 2023
Incident date: Jun 29, 2022
Been over 30 days since vehicle was inspected for a recall that requires installing a tow hitch. Manufacturer will not provide an ETA for parts however I can go thru various other methods to obtain parts needed within a few days. Seems like manufacturer is stalling and not wanting to fix issue.
ENGINE
Dec 18, 2023
Incident date: Jun 29, 2022
Many people have had issues with premature wear of the camshaft lobe and the valve followers due to the factory installed cam chain tensioner. The cam chain tensioner is almost a problem with any KTM Duke 790/890 or KTM Adventure 790/890. All of these bikes have issues with these specific problem wi... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 23, 2023
Incident date: Oct 9, 2023
While trying to Jumpstart the battery the factory gm battery exploded send battery acid flying everywhere. Causing chemical burns. Ring Video available of incident.
Fire
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 23, 2023
Incident date: Oct 9, 2023
While trying to Jumpstart the battery the factory gm battery exploded send battery acid flying everywhere. Causing chemical burns. Ring Video available of incident.
Fire
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 23, 2023
Incident date: Oct 9, 2023
Since a few weeks after buying the car new, the battery dies and self resets every few weeks on average. No error codes occur, but the car had clearly lost power while parked, indicating an issue with power management. For the last could months, car now has 26-27K miles and is 21-23 months old, it h... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 22, 2023
Incident date: Oct 4, 2023
I was driving and suddenly the 2017 Toyota Siena just lost all acceleration. The car no longer could move in gear. I put car into reverse or drive or any other gear and the vehicle would not move. The engine was on. The parking brake was not on. The transmission seems to have had a major malfuncti... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 22, 2023
Incident date: Oct 4, 2023
The vehicle was left parked for 7 days and battery was found to have discharged and would not start or provide any displays on the dash board. No map lights were were found to have been left on and no accessories were connected.
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Oct 22, 2023
Incident date: Oct 4, 2023
As I was driving my dashboard lit up with warning lights and audible alarms indicating that I should inspect my regen brake. Safety features such as lane departure, lane assist, blind spot indicator stopped functioning and my speedometer did not work. I stopped the car and looked behind the front wh... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 28, 2023
Incident date: Jul 30, 2023
My vehicle had check engine line was blinking and I took to the Honda. They immediately diagnosed the code as Cylinder 3 Misfire. Upon checking they identified the root cause is Piston ring needs to replace as oil was leaking in the cylinder. I was told that this can cause severe dame to vehicle and... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 24, 2023
Incident date: Oct 10, 2022
There is something wrong with the oil system. My 2017 Jeep Renegade burns through the oil, really bad. At approx 25,000 miles, I took it to the dealership, they ran a test and said I am within specs of burning a quart of oil for every 600 miles. What?? On a brand new vehicle? I have also experienced... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 24, 2023
Incident date: Oct 10, 2022
There is something wrong with the oil system. My 2017 Jeep Renegade burns through the oil, really bad. At approx 25,000 miles, I took it to the dealership, they ran a test and said I am within specs of burning a quart of oil for every 600 miles. What?? On a brand new vehicle? I have also experienced... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2022 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash — Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash — Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash — Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash — Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 9.7% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy — 2022 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 45.0 | 51.0 | 47.0 | Regular | $1,450 |
CO2 Emissions: 189.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2022 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
33 manufacturer communications from 23 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 11 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 1 |
| 010000 STEERING | 1 |
| 190000 TIRES | 1 |
24-BD-001H
Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
24-BD-001H
Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
24-BE-001H
Jan 10, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some vehicles equipped with the AVN 5th Gen Wide system may exhibit a condition where the radio app crashes frequently when entering radio mode and/or displays a message that reads a??Uneven Road Ahead, Drive carefullya?? on the cluster alo
23-01-093H
Jan 10, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the procedure to update the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) and Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) software to help improve coolant flow to the Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS).
23-EM-009H
Dec 15, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Certain 2020-2023MY Sonata Hybrid (DN8 HEV) vehicles may exhibit coolant leakage, engine overheating, and white smoke from the exhaust due to an internal leak at the Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS) portion of the center muffler assembly
23-EM-009H
Dec 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain 2020-2023MY Sonata Hybrid (DN8 HEV) vehicles may exhibit coolant leakage, engine overheating, and white smoke from the exhaust due to an internal leak at the Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS) portion of the center muffler assembly
23-01-093H
Dec 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides the procedure to update the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) and Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) software to help improve coolant flow to the Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS).
23-01-093H
Dec 15, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides the procedure to update the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) and Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) software to help improve coolant flow to the Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS).
23-AT-006H-2
Nov 10, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides information to diagnose the push button shifter operation.
23-EM-005H
Oct 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
23-AT-008H-1
Sep 14, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing an 8-speed front-wheel-drive vehicle equipped with automatic transaxle with one or more of the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. a?? DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES: a??
23-HC-002H
Aug 25, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Module (ECM) software update and coolant replacement for 2020-2023MY Sonata Hybrid (DN8 HEV) vehicles to improve the coolant filling mode by discharging air bubbles.
23-HC-002H
Aug 25, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Module (ECM) software update and coolant replacement for 2020-2023MY Sonata Hybrid (DN8 HEV) vehicles to improve the coolant filling mode by discharging air bubbles.
23-AT-006H-1
Aug 1, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This TSB provides information to diagnose the push button shifter operation. If you are servicing a vehicle with any symptoms listed below or DTCs (listed on Page 2) , follow the Service Procedure on Page 3. SYMPTOMS: a?? a??Shifter System
23-AT-006H-1
Aug 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides information to diagnose the push button shifter operation. If you are servicing a vehicle with any symptoms listed below or DTCs (listed on Page 2) , follow the Service Procedure on Page 3. SYMPTOMS: a?? a??Shifter System
23-BE-007H
Jul 17, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
This Service Information bulletin provides information on how to update the Apple Carplay software from Hyundaia??s Navigation Updates page. The current version of Google Maps has 10 times the data transmission compared to the previous vers
23-BE-007H
Jul 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information bulletin provides information on how to update the Apple Carplay software from Hyundaia??s Navigation Updates page. The current version of Google Maps has 10 times the data transmission compared to the previous vers
23-AT-008H
Jul 11, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing an 8-speed front-wheel-drive vehicle equipped with automatic transaxle with one or more of the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition.
23-BD-007H
Apr 24, 2023
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can becom
23-BD-002H
Jan 30, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th
22-01-083H
Nov 10, 2022
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
This bulletin describes the procedure to verify, and if applicable perform an Integrated Electronic Booster (IEB) software update on certain 2022-2023MY Sonata Hybrid (DN8 HEV) vehicles. This software updates the DTC monitoring logic for C2
22-01-083H
Nov 10, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin describes the procedure to verify, and if applicable perform an Integrated Electronic Booster (IEB) software update on certain 2022-2023MY Sonata Hybrid (DN8 HEV) vehicles. This software updates the DTC monitoring logic for C2
22-AT-010H
Aug 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the Service Procedure and replace the valve body internal harness and the input/output speed sensor.
22-AT-010H
Aug 17, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the Service Procedure and replace the valve body internal harness and the input/output speed sensor.
22-EM-010H
Jul 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
22-GI-006H
Jul 14, 2022
190000 TIRES
Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale
22-AT-008H
Jun 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the Service Procedure and replace the related solenoid and harness.
218/231 amend
Jun 3, 2022
010000 STEERING
Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft bearing.
Certain vehicles
Mar 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the Service Procedure and replace the harness with an integrated oil temperature sensor.
Certain vehicles
Mar 14, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the Service Procedure and replace the harness with an integrated oil temperature sensor.
22-AT-001H
Jan 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose the push button shifter operation. If you are servicing a vehicle with any symptoms or DTC listed below, follow the Service Procedure, Page 2.
21-AT-009H
Jul 13, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose the push button shifter operation.
21-AT-007H
Jun 14, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing an 8-speed front-wheel-drive vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. i?? DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES: i?? P070500 - Transmission range sensor circuit malfu
HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID across all model years (2011–2026).
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Total Recalls
1,139
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
67
Reported Crashes
41
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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