2021 Hyundai Sonata
4 recalls · 111 complaints · Safety Score D
Recall History
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.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
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 l...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
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 & Remedy
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.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2026 | Unknown or Other,fuel/Propulsion System | I was notified of a recall on my from vehicle by Hyundai via email some time in March of 2026. The message said mention... | No | No |
| 03/26/2026 | Engine,fuel/Propulsion System,visibility/Wiper | The internal core of the Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS), part of the center muffler/front pipe assembly (#28600-L52... | No | No |
| 03/19/2026 | Fuel System, Gasoline | The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V796000 (Fuel Syst... | No | No |
| 03/17/2026 | Engine | Hyundai technical service bulletin 23-EM-009H (EHRS COOLANT LEAK) - AKA a faulty heat exchange that causes the coolant t... | No | No |
| 03/03/2026 | Power Train,engine | P0471 code before 55k miles even after repair is made | No | No |
| 03/02/2026 | Fuel System, Gasoline | The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator p... | No | No |
| 02/24/2026 | Fuel System, Gasoline | The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V796000 (FUEL SYST... | No | No |
| 02/22/2026 | Engine,fuel/Propulsion System | On i believe 1/14/26, my check engine light came on. Scheduled appt.for 1/16/26 for diagnostic. Several things were wron... | No | No |
| 02/20/2026 | Engine,visibility/Wiper | The EHRS coolant system failed and had a leak causing the coolant to be excessively burned off as thick white smoke. Thi... | No | No |
| 02/16/2026 | Power Train,engine | Vehicle suddenly lost heat in 30 degree weather. No warnings, check engine light, or temperature gauge indicators came o... | No | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 2021 Hyundai Sonata has 4 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 111.
The 2021 Hyundai Sonata has a Safety Score of 26/100 (Grade D). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2021 Hyundai Sonata received a Safety Score of D. This vehicle has a below-average safety record — review the specific recalls and complaints below. There are 7 crash reports on file.
Contact your nearest Hyundai dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).