2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2020
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2020: 16 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 95 |
| 2012 | 155 |
| 2013 | 108 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 132 |
| 2017 | 80 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 53 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 11 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
8 of 16 total reports mention: engine.
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Starting in July 2023, my car has exhibited a recurring problem that seriously hampers its functionality and reliability. Specifically, the car intermittently fails to respond to unlock commands from both the key fobs and the Hyundai cellphone app.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-12
I went to work at 5 in the morning, I turned the heater for the first time after last winter. I noticed that the heater was struggling to warm the cabin. After 10 minutes driven I got an overheating alert on the dashboard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-10
Electrical system
6 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.
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My car's battery dies 2 or 3 times every week. I have to enter into the the car with the manual key that is inside the key fob then hit the 12v rest button to start my car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-15
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while parking the vehicle and pressing the power button, the vehicle continued running. The contact was able to turn off the vehicle by repeatedly pressing the power button.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-11-08
Wheels
1 of 16 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Driving on dry road, in middle lane of three lanes going 65 MPH. Suddenly, right rear tire "Poofed" But I kept control, started to look right to get off road. Took foot off gas, did not put on brake.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-05-07
Also filed under Steering
Steering
1 of 16 total reports mentions: steering.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 16 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
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2022-05-26Latches/locks/linkages22V196000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the trunk latch and replace the trunk latch base, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V196000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.