2015–2027 · 13 model years · 15 recalls

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems by year

We don't rate the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid yet, because we don't have its sales figures. The 2016 has the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (190). Owners complain most about engine & cooling. Popular years get more complaints, so treat these counts as a guide to what goes wrong, not a ranking.

Most common problems

Engine & cooling196
Electrical system130
Transmission & drivetrain43
Body, glass & interior25
Driver-assist & stability23
Brakes15

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, all years 2015–2027.

Every Hyundai Sonata Hybrid year at a glance

Model yearReliabilityComplaintsRecallsBest mpg
2027 Sonata HybridNot rated yet0051
2026 Sonata HybridNot rated yet5151
2025 Sonata HybridNot rated yet15047
2024 Sonata HybridNot rated yet12047
2023 Sonata HybridNot rated yet23052
2022 Sonata HybridNot rated yet30052
2021 Sonata HybridNot rated yet74052
2020 Sonata HybridNot rated yet21152
2019 Sonata HybridNot rated yet11042
2018 Sonata HybridNot rated yet15142
2017 Sonata HybridNot rated yet125342
2016 Sonata HybridNot rated yet190541
2015 Sonata HybridNot rated yet87437

Reliability compares each year with similar cars from 2015 to 2024, using owner complaints filed with NHTSA per car sold. Complaint counts on their own aren't a score: popular cars get more of them.

Questions people ask

What are the most common Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems?

Owners complain most about engine & cooling, electrical system, transmission & drivetrain.

Which Hyundai Sonata Hybrid year has the most recalls?

The 2016, with 5 recalls on record with NHTSA.