1995 Hyundai Sonata
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 68 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 49 |
| 1998 | 49 |
| 1999 | 124 |
| 2000 | 276 |
| 2001 | 205 |
| 2002 | 319 |
| 2003 | 199 |
| 2004 | 202 |
| 2005 | 165 |
| 2006 | 1047 |
| 2007 | 696 |
| 2008 | 425 |
| 2009 | 460 |
| 2010 | 345 |
| 2011 | 3376 |
| 2012 | 1556 |
| 2013 | 1908 |
| 2014 | 744 |
| 2015 | 1144 |
| 2016 | 722 |
| 2017 | 762 |
| 2018 | 372 |
| 2019 | 161 |
| 2020 | 177 |
| 2021 | 129 |
| 2022 | 91 |
| 2023 | 85 |
| 2024 | 46 |
| 2025 | 16 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
22% of complaints: air bags — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DURING A FRONTAL COLLISION AIR BAG DID DEPLOY AND DRIVERS SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960308
22% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift assembly.
CRASH INJURY16% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing springs and linkages.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SPEED CONTROL ISSUE: THE VEHICLE IDLE IS ROUGH & IRREGULAR, STALLS WITHOUT WARNING, $$$..EXPENSIVE REPAIRS-SAME PROBLEMS. THE STALLINGS ACCOUNTS FOR SEVERAL NEAR REAR-END COLLISIONS. FINALLY,ON NOV.8,2004.
NHTSA ODI report, 20041109
13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL AFFIXED TO THE LEFT REAR DOOR STATES THAT THE VEHICLE CAPACITY IS "1,100 POUNDS". THIS INFORMATION IS INCORRECT. THE CORRECT VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT IS 860 POUNDS. TH
Remedy: HYUNDAI WILL PROVIDE OWNERS WITH A NEW LABEL SHOWING THE CORRECT VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT WITH INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION.
Campaign 94V166000 — check if this car was fixed
ONE OR BOTH OF THE REAR SUSPENSION LOWER SPRING SEATS ARE NOT SECURELY ATTACHED TO THE SHOCK ABSORBER AND CAN SLIDE LOWER ONTO THE SHOCK ABSORBER THAN INTENDED. THE REAR SPRING WOULD NO LONGER FUNCTIO
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS ARE FROM THE SUSPECT PRODUCTION. IF THE SHOCK ABSORBERS ARE FROM THE SUSPECT PRODUCTION, THE SHOCK ABSORBER/SPRING SEAT A
Campaign 95V163000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Hyundai Sonata — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 94V166000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V163000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Hyundai Sonata is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Hyundai Sonata?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Hyundai Sonata have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.