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2013 Hyundai Sonata fuel system problems

The 2013 Hyundai Sonata has 209 fuel system complaints filed with NHTSA — 8% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

209

Fuel System complaints

8%

Share of year

7

Crash-involved

2

Related recalls

Fuel System complaints by year

Related recalls

22V312000Fuel SystemMay 6, 2022 · 215,171 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time, due to heat generated within the engine compartment.

Consequence

A cracked fuel hose may leak fuel, which can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 227. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 20V-121. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 20V-121 that did not receive a replacement fuel hose will need to have this new recall remedy performed.

20V121000Fuel SystemFebruary 28, 2020 · 216,799 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.

Consequence

If the fuel line cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the low-pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 189. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-314.

What owners report

On May 7th 2022 my 2013 Hyundai Sonata engine caught fire just driving down the road. I had only bought it 2 months prior. Smoke started coming pouring out of the vents and I had to pull over and have the fire department put it out. Hyundai has looked at it and offered to pay off my loan but I gave…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 7, 2022 · fire

Common questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2013 Hyundai Sonata have?

NHTSA has 209 complaints about the 2013 Hyundai Sonata fuel system — 8% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2013 Hyundai Sonata fuel system?

Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year are tied to the fuel system: 20V121000, 22V312000.

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.