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2023 Hyundai Sonata problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2023 Hyundai Sonata sits mid-pack among Sonata years: 136 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 206, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

Fuel System leads the complaint categories with 42 reports (31% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

136

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

12

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other Sonata years?

Sonata NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted4,608 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 4 complaints1988: 0 complaints1989: 18 complaints1990: 25 complaints1991: 41 complaints1992: 43 complaints1993: 46 complaints1994: 7 complaints1995: 93 complaints1996: 37 complaints1997: 74 complaints1998: 68 complaints1999: 187 complaints2000: 378 complaints2001: 293 complaints2002: 407 complaints2003: 249 complaints2004: 288 complaints2005: 217 complaints2006: 1,422 complaints2007: 906 complaints2008: 554 complaints2009: 612 complaints2010: 415 complaints2011: 4,608 complaints2012: 2,272 complaints2013: 2,635 complaints2014: 1,077 complaints2015: 1,636 complaints2016: 991 complaints2017: 991 complaints2018: 540 complaints2019: 205 complaints2020: 254 complaints2021: 169 complaints2022: 138 complaints2023: 136 complaints2024: 70 complaints2025: 20 complaints2026: 2 complaints
Sonata NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Hyundai Sonata problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System4231%
Engine2821%
Transmission1511%
Driver Assistance1410%
Electrical System129%
Other75%
Body & Structure54%
Speed Control43%
Brakes32%
Steering21%
Lighting11%
Seats11%
Suspension11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2023 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V796000Fuel SystemNovember 17, 2025 · 85,043 units

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.

Consequence

A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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 became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.

23V526000TransmissionJuly 27, 2023 · 52,109 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

Consequence

An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Recall 286 my vehicle suffered from this causing heat module failure misfire in cylinder 2 and high pressure in gas tank. Sports Hyundai had previously done a 180 day repair under recall 9b1 for an expanded gas tank after the repair the car suffered from the updated recall 286 . I brang to the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · February 14, 2026 · crash

“Recall 286 my vehicle suffered from this causing heat module failure misfire in cylinder 2 and high pressure in gas tank. Sports Hyundai had previously done a 180 day repair under recall 9b1 for an expanded gas tank after the repair the car suffered from the updated recall 286 . I brang to the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 14, 2026 · crash

“Car was parked, full stop, doors shut, seatbelt on. Foot on brake. Car then seemed to lurch forward by itself forward hitting parking cement block. Put in reverse to back away and car stayed still...then I tapped the gas again to back up and insted vehicle plowed forward.instead.of reverse ...went…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · February 18, 2026 · crash

“Car was parked, full stop, doors shut, seatbelt on. Foot on brake. Car then seemed to lurch forward by itself forward hitting parking cement block. Put in reverse to back away and car stayed still...then I tapped the gas again to back up and insted vehicle plowed forward.instead.of reverse ...went…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · February 18, 2026 · crash

“Instrument cluster lighting is too bright even on lowest setting. Combined with poor side visibility from headlamps it is easy to hit object or pedestrians when turning on unlit areas. Have run over a curb three times and damaged two wheels because they can't be seen from the overly bright…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 2, 2024 · crash

2023 Hyundai Sonata — common questions

Is the 2023 Hyundai Sonata reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 136 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Sonata year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2023 Sonata problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (42 complaints), engine (28 complaints), transmission (15 complaints).

Does the 2023 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Hyundai Sonata. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Hyundai Sonata years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sonata years to avoid are 2011, 2013, 2012, 2015, 2006, 2014, 2017, 2016, 2007, 2009, 2008, 2018, 2010, 2002, 2000. The cleanest record among Sonata years belongs to 1988.

How safe is the 2023 Hyundai Sonata?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Hyundai Sonata 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.