2023 Hyundai Sonata
2 recalls · 79 complaints · Safety Score C
Recall History
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 & Remedy
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2026 | Engine and Engine Cooling | See attached document for complaint. | No | No |
| 03/16/2026 | Electrical System,engine | Battery Management System completely exhausting the 12V battery resulting in the car acting as if it has no power. When... | No | No |
| 03/13/2026 | Back Over Prevention,forward Collision Avoidance | Reported this previously, but more information was gathered, thanks to collision mechanic who guessed immediately when h... | Yes | No |
| 03/04/2026 | Structure,engine,fuel/Propulsion System | Recall 286 my vehicle suffered from this causing heat module failure misfire in cylinder 2 and high pressure in gas tank... | Yes | No |
| 03/03/2026 | Power Train,unknown or Other,engine | Vehicle WITHOUT WARNING will start to jerk then go into “limp” mode. Pressing on gas pedal makes the revving noise but w... | No | No |
| 02/28/2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | I am filing this complaint regarding Recall 25V-796 (Hyundai Recall 286). On November 27th, while driving, my vehicle ma... | No | No |
| 02/25/2026 | Fuel System, Gasoline | The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that after depressing the START/STOP button, the vehicle fail... | No | No |
| 02/19/2026 | Power Train,vehicle Speed Control,back Over Prevention | Car was parked, full stop, doors shut, seatbelt on. Foot on brake. Car then seemed to lurch forward by itself forward hi... | Yes | No |
| 02/16/2026 | Engine,fuel/Propulsion System | My Hyundai Sonata 2023 is experiencing two recall codes. The first one was 9b1 which was resolved, but the other one is ... | No | No |
| 02/11/2026 | Steering,electrical System,lane Departure | 1. All safety features related to the back up camera, EPS, Traction Control, Lane Assist, Active Cruise Control, Automat... | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2023 Hyundai Sonata has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 79.
The 2023 Hyundai Sonata has a Safety Score of 41/100 (Grade C). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2023 Hyundai Sonata received a Safety Score of C. This vehicle has an average safety record. There are 5 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%).