10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
7 / 9
Injuries / Deaths:
7 / 1
Average Mileage:
33,059 miles

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problem #96

Jun 182021

Sonata

  • miles
The 1st thing that happened was the inside dashboard lights would flicker from nighttime mode to daytime mode. Took it to dealership and they could not get it to replicate. Now when it happens the headlights turn off. It happens a lot more often and seems to be something to do with the column.

- Stuarts Draft, VA, USA

problem #95

Jun 102021

Sonata

  • miles
Tail lights and brake lights constantly burn out. I've had to replace them multiple times a year. They bulbs get too hot that they melt into wiring harness which can be a fire hazard. I've had to replace the entire tail light because of this issues. I've heard and noticed this problem with a lot of Hyundai's. On the road I notice almost every other Hyundai similar to mine has at least one tail light or brake light out. My car was bought from Hyundai and had the original manufactures bulbs already installed, so this is not an aftermarket issue. I've read on multiple auto complaint blogs about this exact issue. I've been pulled over for the brake light being out which I wasn't even aware of until the officer told me. These bulbs have to be replaced at least 3 times a year. It's a safety hazard as well as a fire hazard. Every auto shop ive been to knows of this issues with Hyundai. I'm afraid to put anything flammable in my truck due to fear of it catching on fire. I spoke to Hyundai and they said that they are unaware of any issues or problems with my model and yet I continue to see mine and other vehicles with missing lights. Hopefully you guys can do something.

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #94

Jun 222021

Sonata

  • miles
My car has stalled five different times over the past week. No warning lights come on. I took my car to the garage and they had the same stalling issue. They cannot locate the problem. I see on other websites that this is a problem for other Sonata owners.

- Poland , NY, USA

problem #93

Jun 102021

Sonata

  • miles
Brake lights on the vehicle remain on and illuminated at all times. The brake lights are on while driving and pedal is not pressed as well as after vehicle is turned off and no one is in the vehicle. I checked the parking brake and it is not on either. I am concerned this will cause issues or accidents for people traveling behind me. Also do not know if this effects the battery in my vehicle. I checked and there was a recall for this very issue on a previous year Sonata and am wondering if it is now an issue for my year model as well.

- Mebane, NC, USA

problem #92

Jun 102021

Sonata

  • miles
Dashboard experiencing vertical cracks in five areas and around airbag area. Cruise control would not turn off when break was depressed had to pull over applying brakes and pound on the steering wheel come to a stop. Checked out by manufacture claims it was no problem I have not used control since then.

- Coral Springs, FL, USA

problem #91

May 012019

Sonata

  • 125,000 miles
Sun shade failure on panoramic roof. I was driving and decided to open the sunroof, I heard a loud popping noise. The shade came off track and would not roll up. Sunroof opened up like normal, I immediately pulled not very safe with the excess hanging material blocking visibility. $900+ repair at the dealer.

- Sierra Vista, AZ, USA

problem #90

Mar 012018

Sonata

  • miles
TPMS sensor failure

- Saint Louis, MO, USA

problem #89

Dec 222020

Sonata

  • 90,000 miles
It started with random electrical/wiring problems. Radio volume, ac suddenly stops working, then starts again, etc... now it starts or doesn't start at random. When it doesn't start, I wait a few minutes to an hour, then it randomly starts without any battery jump or other assistance. Local mechanics are not able to diagnose this issue but tell me it is a common problem with these cars

- Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

problem #88

Jan 212021

Sonata

  • miles
My 2013 Hyundai Sonata issues: 1. my horn & left side of my steering wheel buttons doesn't work. I was told it could be related to fuses or clockspring replacement. Trip A/B and other buttons doesn't work, I've been driving for over a year without a horn because this isn't a recall. This is a huge safety issue. 2. my gears are start to slip in the transmission. I was told it could be two things it's either the transmission or speed quality censor. These cars were made either very fast or very poorly or both and this is another safety issue. 3. electrical issues. I have to manually adjust by back light/break lights daily because they never stay in place. The whole wiring for this vehicle is horrible. Sometimes while driving the car suddenly starts to slow down. Every once in a while my radio is on but doesn't light up. Light bulbs are melting into light sockets. Electrical issues that are a safety issue for many with these model cars. Eitherway none of these issues were a problem until after Hyundai performed all of the recalls on my vehicle. They charge $200 for a diagnostic that I'm not willing to pay, theses issues came from the makers of this vehicle, these should also be added to the recall list. I'm sure if you look around online there's others who's dealing with these issue from 2013 - 2021 today. I don't think it's fair that I purchased a vehicle and have to come out of pocket for all of these repairs that should have been repaired from the beginning. These are safety issues that should be taken more serious. I've almost got into multiple accidents because my horn doesn't work. My vehicle worked fined before all of the previous recall repairs.my transmission slipping left me in the middle of nowhere until my car started functioning properly to get home.the electrical on this car is costing me money non stop. Hyundai needs to fix this! 2.

- Oakland, CA, USA

problem #87

Jan 032021

Sonata

  • 105,000 miles
Car does not accelerate at random times when pressing gas pedal. Known issues in other year models of the same vehicle and other vehicles from Hyundai with brake pedal stopper. Has been dangerous driving and losing ability to accelerate in middle of intersections.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #86

Dec 012020

Sonata

  • miles
When I'm driving it loses power. I have to let up off the gas pedal, and then push it again so it will keep going.

- Herrin, IL, USA

problem #85

Nov 112020

Sonata

  • 151,000 miles
While the car was in motion, the warning sign came on the display with the following message: Hybrid system failure. Stop. Do not drive. Less than 10 seconds after the warning, the car lost power and stalled in the middle of the street. There was not enough time to pull the car to safety.

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #84

Oct 262020

Sonata

  • 58,000 miles
August 11 2020 dealer ship told us they change the recall for 189 Y fuel tube. Today 10/26/20 notice strong smell of gasoline within the car. Check the inside the hood found saturated foam cover with fuel that can easily ignite.

- Hilo, HI, USA

problem #83

Oct 252020

Sonata

  • 98,000 miles
I was driving at a normal highway speed of 60 miles per hour on a smooth road and following another car approximately 1/4 mile ahead with nothing overhead when my sunroof spontaneously exploded. I had the sunshade closed at the time.

- Lynnville, IN, USA

problem #82

Sep 272020

Sonata

  • 145,000 miles
This car has so many recalls its scary. I've had my car checked multiple times for recalls from the seatbelt to the engine bearings. My engine light came on a few months ago and I've noticed this car doesn't hold oil well and I have to constantly check it. I was leaving a store on a main highway and my car statred8to jerk. A few moments later, the warning lights on my dashboard were on. I pulled off the ride and tried to park and the car wouldn't stop! I had to put the car in park in order for the car to not keep rolling down the road. The car will run while in neutral but not while in drive. The scariest thing was I thought I was going to hit a building not far from where I parked. Thank god I thought quick. I'm disappointed in the Hyundai brand. Never had I had so many issues with a car. All the repairs are super expensive for the inconvenience customers have. I like my car but with so many different recalls and issues every 6-12 months shows poor quality and its unsafe to operate. I'm unhappy I purchased this car and found 4 open recalls after it was off the lot.

- Williston, SC, USA

problem #81

Aug 152020

Sonata

  • miles
I was driving did a couple of errands and when I was coming home my car felt like it lost power and I had to pull over and get it towed home. All my lights come on, so it has power from the battery. When I go to turn the key nothing happens.

- Enterprise, AL, USA

problem #80

Aug 172020

Sonata

  • 5 miles
While driving the car in heavy traffic on a major city street it hesitated and then stalled, tried starting the car again to get to a safe location it began knocking and running rough. Immediately pulled to a safe location.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

problem #79

Jun 032020

Sonata

  • 42,017 miles
The paint is peeling on the hood of the car. On the dash there are 2 cracks one on either side of the airbag enclosure. The steering wheel has the rubber peeling off. The paint on the top of the roof panel is cracked/ready to peel off. The car was in my driveway. I had to replace the transmission sensor with harness 6/03/2030 I only had 42171 miles at the cost of $751.47. My warranty is for 10 years and 100,000 miles but they said it wasn't covered. I was driving when the check engine light came on and I made the appointment immediately and brought it in 6/03/2020 to the Hyundai dealership.

- Destin, FL, USA

problem #78

Jul 152020

Sonata

  • 86,000 miles
The trunk no longer opens automatically when pushing the button on remote key and/or trunk button inside the car. Additionally, the car's display system no longer operates properly and when touching the screen to select an option, it operates a different function then pressed. Such as. Selecting volume up might change the radio station instead. When pressing the screen to select a different mode for music, screen went completely black while navigating (car in motion) and was no longer operable. The rear view camera has failed as well and when the vehicle is put in reverse, there is merely a blue screen and no visual of the rear. I had an error message display on the screen on 15 July 20, but I am uncertain if this is relatable.

- Mangilao, GU, USA

problem #77

Jul 172020

Sonata

  • 180,000 miles
My car has lost power while driving. It has now happened 3 times. Luckily it has happened while on a road and not the highway. There are other times when I'm stopped at a red light or stop sign and I can feel the car losing power and/or sputtering. The car will turn on after trying a few tries and will have the engine and traction control alerts lights on. Sometimes I will have to keep pushing on the gas while stepping on the break to keep the engine revving so the car doesn't die. The are also times when it seems the car loses power momentarily then keeps going. Very scary and dangerous.

- Bridgewater, MA, USA

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