2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid sits mid-pack among Sonata Hybrid years: 30 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 35, with no recalls and one closed investigation.
Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 11 reports (37% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
30
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2022 compare to other Sonata Hybrid years?
What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 37% | ▼ down |
| Other | 5 | 17% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 4 | 13% | ▲ up |
| Driver Assistance | 2 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 2 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 2 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Brakes | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Airbags | 1 | 3% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I brought my car in for electronic update recall. No issues before service. After service, dealer tells me that my car in inoperable and the 12v Aux battery needs to be replaced. The battery was swollen. There were no indication before bringing the car in for recall that there was a battery issue.…”
“I was driving on the freeway when the vehicle's hybrid battery continued to drop below a quarter of the meter. The vehicle's HUD started flashing red and the vehicle shut off. I had to pull over and wait for approximately 30 minutes before starting the vehicle back up and continuing home. The…”
“Fuel injector failed. The vehicle stall and accelerate poorly due to misfires. It is leaching gasoline into the oil which can result in total engine failure. Dealership verified the injector was bad. There was a warning light at one time after refueling, presumed it was my fuel cap, tightened it,…”
“Driving at 78 mph and "Check hybrid system" came on, engine and all throttle/electrical shut off and did not regain power. Had to sit for 5-10mins and vehicle eventually regained power after resetting battery and had no issues.”
“Driving at 78 mph and "Check hybrid system" came on, engine and all throttle/electrical shut off and did not regain power. Had to sit for 5-10mins and vehicle eventually regained power after resetting battery and had no issues.”
2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — common questions
Is the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid reliable?
It is close to typical for the Sonata Hybrid: 30 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.
What are the most common 2022 Sonata Hybrid problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (11 complaints), other (5 complaints), fuel system (4 complaints).
Does the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.
Is the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Hyundai Sonata Hybrid years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sonata Hybrid years to avoid are 2012, 2016, 2013, 2011, 2017, 2015, 2021, 2014. The cleanest record among Sonata Hybrid years belongs to 2026.
How safe is the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.