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2024 Hyundai Sonata problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2024 Hyundai Sonata sits mid-pack among Sonata years: 70 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 206, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (16), driver assistance (14), and other (9), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

70

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Sonata years?

Sonata NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 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, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Sonata problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1623%
Driver Assistance1420%
Other913%
Speed Control69%
Transmission69%
Lighting57%
Body & Structure46%
Engine34%
Brakes23%
Steering23%
Seat Belts11%
Fuel System11%
Visibility & Wipers11%

Does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V583000LightingAugust 7, 2024 · 38,331 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“While driving the dashboard headlights and all safety systems shut off for a brief period and then reset and if driving at night this leaves you completely in the dark till the system resets. All lights exterior and interior all the safety sensors, adaptive cruise control everything shuts off.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 31, 2025

“While driving the dashboard headlights and all safety systems shut off for a brief period and then reset and if driving at night this leaves you completely in the dark till the system resets. All lights exterior and interior all the safety sensors, adaptive cruise control everything shuts off.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 31, 2025

“Vehicle suddenly accelerated after pulling out of store parking lot at low speed into side street behind vehicle stopped at light (less than a car length in front) while pressing hard on brake. Vehicle lurched forward incrementally during the braking process, but vehicle kept accelerating causing…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 21, 2025 · crash

“Vehicle suddenly accelerated after pulling out of store parking lot at low speed into side street behind vehicle stopped at light (less than a car length in front) while pressing hard on brake. Vehicle lurched forward incrementally during the braking process, but vehicle kept accelerating causing…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 21, 2025 · crash

“Vehicle suddenly accelerated after pulling out of store parking lot at low speed into side street behind vehicle stopped at light (less than a car length in front) while pressing hard on brake. Vehicle lurched forward incrementally during the braking process, but vehicle kept accelerating causing…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · May 21, 2025 · crash

2024 Hyundai Sonata — common questions

Is the 2024 Hyundai Sonata reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 70 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Sonata year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2024 Sonata problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (16 complaints), driver assistance (14 complaints), other (9 complaints).

Does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 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 2024 Hyundai Sonata?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 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.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.