2022 Hyundai SONATA: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
91 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
23,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 14 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 24 of 91 complaints (26.4%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system concerns | 13 | 14.3% |
| Transmission and shifting | 9 | 9.9% |
| Engine operation | 8 | 8.8% |
| Braking behavior | 8 | 8.8% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 3 | 3.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 24 |
| Power Train | 23 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 22 |
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
Engine: 24; Power Train: 23; Fuel/Propulsion System: 22; Electrical System: 15; Unknown Or Other: 9; Vehicle Speed Control: 8; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 5; Fuel System, Gasoline: 5
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 7 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 4 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 7; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 4; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (7). 77 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 15 |
| 2025 | 16 |
| 2026 | 22 |
2021: 1; 2022: 17; 2023: 20; 2024: 15; 2025: 16; 2026: 22
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Fuel system concerns appears in 13 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 9 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 8 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11430706 · 2021-08-27 (August 27, 2021)
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata equipped with Pirelli tires, Tire Line: P Zero A/S, Tire Size: 245/40/R19, DOT Number: 93792K. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, he heard an abnormal noise. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he parked on the side of the road and noticed the tread on the driver’s side rear tire had separated. The contact stated he contacted a towing company to replace the rear driver side tire with the spare tire. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and was unable to…
Owner-reported narrative. 500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11430706 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11463578 · 2022-05-06 (May 6, 2022)
I’m reaching out to report the troubles and functioning of my Hyundai Sonata 2022. I am the first owner and received the car January 7, 2022. The car started with a loud nose under the hood . That happened maybe four times. Then the car began to switch gears on its on. I would park the car and press P for park but the car would go to N instead . That happened about 20-30 times . Now the car is randomly switching gears while at stop lights. While at a pause the car automatically shuts off which is normal. Recently the car would be at a light…
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Owner report 11471956 · 2022-07-01 (July 1, 2022)
vehicle locked up the brakes by completely depressing them automatically and didn’t use ABS when sensing another vehicle stop in front of it. causing the sonata to slide into the rear of the other vehicle.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11471956 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11476867 · 2022-08-01 (August 1, 2022)
Trying to return home(alabama) from Louisiana, I tried using my key fob to get in my car, key fob was not working so I replaced the battery, still not working. Finally was able to get in my car by using the key, only to open the door and had NO POWER to my car, no dash or interior lights. Had to car road side service, they jumped the car off long enough to get the car in neutral to get it on the tow truck and towed to the dealership. Now stuck out of state until the dealership can "get time" to look at my car. This is a brand new car and real…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11476867 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11481568 · 2022-08-27 (August 27, 2022)
The rear sets (left rear, and right rear) of wheel bearing and hub assemble for a new SONATA is really a terrible-quality parts. It deformed at a few thousand miles since delivery as a new car (i.e. I found it at 2400 miles, so it starts to deform and going bad earlier than 2400miles). As results, the two rear wheel and tires cannot go straightforward, rear wheels and tires are yawing during normal driving. And I am feeling jumping, shaking due to imbalance nature of wheel bearing, hub assembly and wheel tires. It is really dangerous, as whe…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11481568 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11484249 · 2022-09-13 (September 13, 2022)
Driving on the highway my panoramic sunroof unexpectedly exploded over myself and passengers head!
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11484249 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11488208 · 2022-10-06 (October 6, 2022)
driving turning onto a ramp onto the expressway and when applied the brakes the car lost control and hit 4” curb and had no control over the car, which bounced to shoulder of road. Front tire was loose from suspension and rotor on braking system was broken in pieces. Caliber was also hanging and cv suspension was undone.couldn’t stop car until it came to a rest on shoulder
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Owner report 11492068 · 2022-11-03 (November 3, 2022)
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at a low speed pulling into a parking spot, the vehicle accelerated over two concrete stopping blocks and crashed into a parked unoccupied 2015 Toyota vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. A police report was filed. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, or fire. The contact called the local dealer who informed him about obtaining the Event Data Recorder but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not…
Owner-reported narrative. 1,250 miles reported. Look up ODI 11492068 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
3 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
21V524000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Reported: 2021-07-09 (July 9, 2021)
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: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗22V746000 · Power Train:Automatic Transmission
Reported: 2022-10-06 (October 6, 2022)
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 loss of drive power.
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗25V796000 · Fuel System, Gasoline
Reported: 2025-11-17 (November 17, 2025)
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗