2025 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID

0 recalls, 15 complaints - 5/5 safety rating

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

15 total complaints 1 crashes 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SEAT BELTS2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
STEERING2
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL1
STEERING Jun 24, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
When driving the truck the power steering would go out and make the truck almost impossible to turn. This is dangerous when driving as you cannot turn, avoid a collision, etc. I've had vehicles without power steering, and this was like the truck is actively pulling against you when trying to turn. ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
The headlights continusely shot off while driving. The shift solenoid are stuck off causing the check engine light to continuously remain on. This all began 2023.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Apr 23, 2026
Incident date: Apr 7, 2026
I am writing to formally request that the NTSB investigate an apparent defect in the EyeSight driver assistance system installed on the 2024 Subaru Forester. I have experienced repeated instances of unreliable and unsafe behavior, including unexpected alerts and the EyeSight system disengaging on mu... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Apr 23, 2026
Incident date: Apr 7, 2026
I am writing to formally request that the NTSB investigate an apparent defect in the EyeSight driver assistance system installed on the 2024 Subaru Forester. I have experienced repeated instances of unreliable and unsafe behavior, including unexpected alerts and the EyeSight system disengaging on mu... Read more
STEERING Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
The component not functioning properly in the steering gear box. It is available for inspection. The steering sticks. With my hand at 12:00, it takes the width of my hand to unstick while driving. The component has been inspected and was determined the gears inside the gear box are binding. Causing... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
When initiated in the phones app, the Hondalink app does not communicate with my Honda Prologue. I keep getting "data unavaible" notices. I've only been able to get the app to update with the automobile on 3 occasions since I purchased the vehicle on 12/14/25. I see a manufacturer bulletin on thi... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
I am reporting a critical safety failure involving my 2017 Ram 1500 with approximately 89,000 miles. The component that failed was the fuel‑tank support system, specifically the frame section that holds the fuel‑tank brackets and strap. The frame in that area had completely rusted through, causi... Read more
SEAT BELTS Oct 3, 2025
Incident date: Oct 2, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V197000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormal firecracker-like sound comi... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 23, 2025
Incident date: Sep 21, 2025
The driver side door handle har a foil wrapping that has come loose and cannot be returned to its standard position. The wrapping is sharp jagged aluminum that has cut my finger on two separate occasions. The wound is rather deep in both instances.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 15, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2025
The component that’s failed and malfunctioning is the High Pressure Fuel Pump. Myself and my children’s safety was put at risk multiple times when the vehicle shut off multiple times and sputtering going into reduced power mode and the vehicle shutting off multiple times after it is started for... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Jul 3, 2025
Incident date: Jul 2, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the red warning lights suddenly were displayed onto the driver's side windshield and the instrument panel malfunctioned and displayed a black screen. The contact stated that the failure was disp... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Jun 12, 2025
Incident date: Jun 12, 2025
See attached document for complaint.
SEAT BELTS May 27, 2025
Incident date: May 27, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 BMW 530I. The contact stated that while driving with the front passenger's side seat unoccupied, a message that the front passenger's side seat belt was not ON was displayed. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a re... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 27, 2025
Incident date: May 27, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Lexus RX 350. The contact stated that while driving in a School Zone, a message warning the contact about entering a school zone would be displayed. The contact stated that this was a distraction while driving instead of a safety feature. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repa... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Mar 3, 2025
Incident date: Feb 19, 2025
The contact owned a 2025 Kia K4. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was pulling to the left unintendedly. The contact stated that upon disengaging the Lane Keep Assist, the failure recurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to Discount Tire, where the tire pressure wa... Read more
Crash 1 injured

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2025 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID

2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD

CategoryRating
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

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2025 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) 44.0 51.0 47.0 Regular $1,450

CO2 Emissions: 188.0 g/mile (Large Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID across all model years (2011, 2026).

34 Total Recalls
1,169 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
79 Reported Crashes
37 Reported Fires
1 Reported Deaths

HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 1 5 View
2025 (current) 0 15
2024 0 12 View
2023 0 23 View
2022 0 30 View
2021 0 71 View
2020 1 21 View
2019 0 8 View
2018 1 15 View
2017 3 124 View
2016 5 187 View
2015 4 84 View
2014 3 40 View
2013 4 172 View
2012 6 217 View
2011 6 145 View

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