MYRModel Year Report

2020 Hyundai Sonata

▲ Better than typical
2020 Hyundai Sonata
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:18:19.950Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Sonata Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1990: 16 complaints 1991: 29 complaints 1992: 22 complaints 1992 1993: 26 complaints 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 66 complaints 1996: 23 complaints 1997: 49 complaints 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 124 complaints 2000: 276 complaints 2001: 205 complaints 2002: 319 complaints 2003: 199 complaints 2004: 202 complaints 2004 2005: 165 complaints 2006: 1047 complaints 2007: 696 complaints 2008: 425 complaints 2009: 460 complaints 2010: 345 complaints 2010 2011: 3368 complaints 2012: 1551 complaints 2013: 1895 complaints 2014: 740 complaints 2015: 1123 complaints 2016: 717 complaints 2016 2017: 758 complaints 2018: 364 complaints 2019: 153 complaints 2020: 165 complaints 2020 2021: 119 complaints 2022: 88 complaints 2022 2023: 83 complaints 2024: 41 complaints 2025: 15 complaints 2026: 2 complaints 2026
2020: 165 complaints
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YearComplaints
19860
19871
19880
198911
199016
199129
199222
199326
19943
199566
199623
199749
199849
1999124
2000276
2001205
2002319
2003199
2004202
2005165
20061047
2007696
2008425
2009460
2010345
20113368
20121551
20131895
2014740
20151123
2016717
2017758
2018364
2019153
2020165
2021119
202288
202383
202441
202515
20262

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 27%

27% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 44 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19%

19% of complaints: electrical system — 32 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 HYUNDAI SONATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO SAFE MODE AND LOST MOTIVE POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ST.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200206

ENGINE 17%

17% of complaints: engine — 28 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 22 distinct reports on file.

SEATS 8%

8% of complaints: seats — 14 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20200422 — equipment

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata vehicles produced between October 22, 2019 and February 13, 2020. The tire pressure label inside the driver's door and the owner's manual state an incorrect tire size.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers over the tire pressure label and in the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

Campaign 20V122000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20200603 — electrical system

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Nexo and Sonata vehicles. The Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) software may fail to prevent vehicle movement upon detection of an RSPA system malfunction.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the RSPA software, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 191.

Campaign 20V213000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20220526 — latches/locks/linkages

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.

Campaign 22V196000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20220912 — DP (closed 20231212)

Loss of Motive Power

R 20260309 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

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.

Campaign 25V796000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Hyundai Sonata — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (44 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (32 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (28 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 20V122000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V213000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V196000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V796000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2024 ▲ 1998 ▲ 1997

WORST YEARS

■ 2011 ■ 2013 ■ 2012

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Hyundai Sonata reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Hyundai Sonata is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Sonata?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.