2023 Hyundai Sonata recalls and problems

The 2023 Hyundai Sonata has 2 recalls and 88 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is fuel system.

Park outside warning. Owners are advised to park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, because of a fire risk. Campaign: 23V526000.
2022 Hyundai Sonata
Pictured: a 2022 model; the 2023 may differ in details. Photo: 2022 Hyundai Sonata by AIMHO'S REBELLION 8490s, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2023 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Lowest complaint count among 27 Sonata model years — 24th most.

2recalls
88complaints
5crashes
0fires
0injuries
18,500median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Fuel System

Nov 17, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V796000 · 85,043 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Power Train

Jul 27, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V526000 · 52,109 vehicles
Park outside

Problem: 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.

Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

Remedy & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Fuel System44
Engine30
Power Train17
Electrical System12
Forward Collision Avoidance9
Unknown or other7
Service Brakes4
Structure4
Vehicle Speed Control4
Back Over Prevention3

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2022: 2 complaints20222023: 18 complaints20232024: 24 complaints2024242025: 20 complaints20252026: 24 complaints202624

2023 vs. other Hyundai Sonata years

2000: 276 complaints20002001: 205 complaints2002: 320 complaints2003: 199 complaints20032004: 202 complaints2005: 165 complaints2006: 1,047 complaints20062007: 696 complaints2008: 425 complaints2009: 460 complaints20092010: 345 complaints2011: 3,380 complaints3,3802012: 1,559 complaints20122013: 1,921 complaints2014: 750 complaints2015: 1,157 complaints20152016: 730 complaints2017: 769 complaints2018: 375 complaints20182019: 162 complaints2020: 183 complaints2021: 135 complaints20212022: 98 complaints2023: 88 complaints2024: 48 complaints20242025: 17 complaints2026: 3 complaints20263

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2023. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2023 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2023 Hyundai Sonata, the latest from Nov 17, 2025 (fuel system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Sonata?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention fuel system (44), engine (30), power train (17). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.

Is it safe to drive the 2023 Hyundai Sonata?

1 recall advises parking outside because of a fire risk. Only vehicles with the recall open are affected — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.