2022 Hyundai Sonata problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (19) · Fuel/Propulsion System (17) · Vehicle Speed Control (7)
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Safety recalls (3)
Fuel System, Gasoline 2025-11-17 · campaign 25V796000 · 85,043 vehicles
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve. The fuel tank assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2022-10-06 · campaign 22V746000 · 56,148 vehicles
Defect: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2021-07-09 · campaign 21V524000 · 15,752 vehicles
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.
Service bulletins (82)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-10-27 · 26-GI-003H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update key improv
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-10-15 · 26-GI-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some hyundai vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (pdw) sensor(s) that may trigger various dtcs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the pdw sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. this condition may be a res
Engine 2026-10-08 · 26-EM-016H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles diagnosed with this condition. all internal combustion engines consume some engine oil during normal operatio
Engine 2026-10-07 · 26-EM-015H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. all internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operatio
Power Train 2026-06-05 · 26-AT-005H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to a transmission control unit (tcu) software update for some vehicles equipped with an 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission (8wdct). the software update revises the touch point learning variation, improving drivability and judder symptoms. some 8wdcts (ind
Engine 2026-04-18 · 26-EE-003H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. this bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter magnetic switch (solenoid) assembly.
Showing the 6 most recent of 82 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-22 · Unknown Or Other“the fuel tank assembly became pressurized with compressed air due top worn purge control system check valve. this caused the tank to deform and the deformation of the tank led to the fuel pump being pushed out and the back seat of the car was completely unattached and no longer secured. there was a strong presence of gas smell in the car as well. t…”
2026-10-03 · Electrical System“the passenger compartment climate control blower motor circuit suffered a severe thermal overload. the terminal overheated, shorted out, and physically melted the primary engine wiring harness (part #91400-l0051) inside the main fuse block connector housing while the vehicle was operating. this caused an immediate smoke/fire hazard in the cabin and…”
2026-09-20 · Electrical System · 🔥 fire“fuse for a/c was blown, caught on fire, and melted components.…”
2026-09-15 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 140,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 25v796000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, while driving 70 mph and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerated unintendedly. the check engine warning light illuminated. the contact stated that upon depressing the bra…”
2026-08-04 · Fuel/Propulsion System“recall remedy failure and manufacturer coercion my certified pre-owned 2022 hyundai sonata limited has been held completely out of service at an authorized hyundai facility since june 2, 2026, due to severe fuel tank expansion under active nhtsa safety recall 25v-796 (hyundai campaign 286).the dealership confirmed that the defective expanding plas…”
2026-07-28 · Seats“the driver's power seat drive cable on the left-hand track rail snapped internally. the motor only advances the right side, causing the seat to twist violently to the left and jam. this mechanical failure occurred prematurely at 9,000 miles. because the seat framework is structurally compromised and twisting out of alignment, it poses a severe occu…”
2026-07-28 · Structure · 61,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, there was an abnormally loud bang coming from the vehicle. upon inspection, the contact became aware that the sunroof windshield visor had shattered. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it remained for further inspection. the vehicle was no…”
2026-07-08 · Engine“the engine on a 2022 hyundai sonata developed rod knock at approximately 99,460 miles. the vehicle had been serviced exclusively at an authorized hyundai dealership for its entire life with 12 documented service visits. what failed: the engine lubrication system. two prior events at the dealership are documented in the service records: (1) approxi…”
2026-06-26 · Fuel System, Gasoline“the contact owns a 2022 hyundai sonata. the contact received notification of nthsa campaign number: 25v796000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the local dealer was contacted. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufactu…”
2026-06-17 · Seats“the vehicle’s fuel tank system failed catastrophically. the vehicle is currently grounded and has been inspected at the hyundai dealership service center where it was towed. my safety and the safety of everyone on the road was put at extreme risk due to a severe fire and explosion hazard. additionally, the defect caused the vehicle to suddenly lose…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.