The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 21 of 57 complaints (37%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 103 in 2023 to 57 in 2024.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 57
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $1,300–$2,300
- Combined MPG
- 27–47
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,200–2,300 | 1,200–2,300 | 1,300–2,300 | 1,300–2,300 | 1,200–2,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–52 | 27–52 | 27–47 | 27–47 | 27–51 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 23–50 / 33–54 | 23–50 / 33–54 | 23–44 / 32–51 | 23–44 / 32–51 | 23–47 / 32–56 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 172–335 | 172–335 | 188–333 | 188–333 | 175–333 | |
| Complaints filed | 115 | 103 | 57 | 28 | 6 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 8 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Hyundai Sonata?
Electrical: 21 of 57 NHTSA complaints (37%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA rates it 27–47 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Hyundai Sonata?
EPA estimates $1,300–$2,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 25 mpg | 34 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,200 | 316 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 25 mpg | 36 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,150 | 305 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 23 mpg (low) | 32 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | $2,300 (high) | 333 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 44 mpg (high) | 51 mpg (high) | 47 mpg (high) | $1,300 (low) | 188 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 21 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- 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.