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2024 Hyundai Sonata: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2024 Hyundai Sonata — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most sedan.
Owners filed 51 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 86% of 2024 sedans. Electrical System leads the reports (29%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2024 sedans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
51
Reports to NHTSA, 2024
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
28.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 86% of 2024 sedans
The bar is this car's percentile among 2024 sedans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (29% of 51 reports), followed by power train (14%).
+ 6 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 51 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11749769, ODI 11747323, ODI 11741415, ODI 11739988, ODI 11736629.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Exterior LightingJul 2024 · 24V583000Details +Close −
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. The software for the brake lights may cause the brake lights to flash and not illuminate properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Flashing brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rear brake light software, free of charge. Additionally, Hyundai will release the software update over-the-air (OTA). Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 267.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
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- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 44 | 51 | 47 |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 | 36 | 29 |
| Sonata AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 | 34 | 28 |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 23 | 32 | 27 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2024 Hyundai Sonata: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata?
Owners filed 51 NHTSA complaints about the 2024 Hyundai Sonata — more complaints than 86% of comparable 2024 sedans, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2024 Hyundai Sonata?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (29% of complaints) and power train (14%).
How many recalls does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2024 Hyundai Sonata, covering components such as exterior lighting. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Hyundai Sonata between 27 and 47 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.