MYRModel Year Report

2023 Hyundai Sonata

▲ Better than typical
2023 Hyundai Sonata
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:39:42.561Z

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
88
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2023

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Fuel/propulsion system

42% of complaints

Complaints per year

1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1990: 16 complaints 1991: 29 complaints 1992: 22 complaints 1992 1993: 26 complaints 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 68 complaints 1996: 23 complaints 1997: 49 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1999: 124 complaints 2000: 276 complaints 2001: 205 complaints 2002: 320 complaints 2002 2003: 199 complaints 2004: 202 complaints 2005: 165 complaints 2006: 1,047 complaints 2007: 696 complaints 2007 2008: 425 complaints 2009: 460 complaints 2010: 345 complaints 2011: 3,380 complaints 2012: 1,559 complaints 2012 2013: 1,915 complaints 2014: 748 complaints 2015: 1,154 complaints 2016: 727 complaints 2017: 767 complaints 2017 2018: 375 complaints 2019: 162 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 134 complaints 2022: 94 complaints 2023: 88 complaints 2023 88 2024: 47 complaints 2025: 17 complaints 2026: 3 complaints
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1990: 16 complaints 1990 1991: 29 complaints 1992: 22 complaints 1993: 26 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 68 complaints 1996: 23 complaints 1996 1997: 49 complaints 1998: 49 complaints 1999: 124 complaints 1999 2000: 276 complaints 2001: 205 complaints 2002: 320 complaints 2002 2003: 199 complaints 2004: 202 complaints 2005: 165 complaints 2005 2006: 1,047 complaints 2007: 696 complaints 2008: 425 complaints 2008 2009: 460 complaints 2010: 345 complaints 2011: 3,380 complaints 2011 2012: 1,559 complaints 2013: 1,915 complaints 2014: 748 complaints 2014 2015: 1,154 complaints 2016: 727 complaints 2017: 767 complaints 2017 2018: 375 complaints 2019: 162 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 134 complaints 2022: 94 complaints 2023: 88 complaints 2023 88 2024: 47 complaints 2025: 17 complaints 2026: 3 complaints 2026
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 16 complaints 1991: 29 complaints 1991 1992: 22 complaints 1993: 26 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 68 complaints 1995 1996: 23 complaints 1997: 49 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1999: 124 complaints 1999 2000: 276 complaints 2001: 205 complaints 2001 2002: 320 complaints 2003: 199 complaints 2003 2004: 202 complaints 2005: 165 complaints 2005 2006: 1,047 complaints 2007: 696 complaints 2007 2008: 425 complaints 2009: 460 complaints 2009 2010: 345 complaints 2011: 3,380 complaints 2011 2012: 1,559 complaints 2013: 1,915 complaints 2013 2014: 748 complaints 2015: 1,154 complaints 2015 2016: 727 complaints 2017: 767 complaints 2017 2018: 375 complaints 2019: 162 complaints 2019 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 134 complaints 2021 2022: 94 complaints 2023: 88 complaints 2023 88 2024: 47 complaints 2025: 17 complaints 2025 2026: 3 complaints

2023: 88 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19860
19871
19880
198911
199016
199129
199222
199326
19943
199568
199623
199749
199849
1999124
2000276
2001205
2002320
2003199
2004202
2005165
20061,047
2007696
2008425
2009460
2010345
20113,380
20121,559
20131,915
2014748
20151,154
2016727
2017767
2018375
2019162
2020182
2021134
202294
202388
202447
202517
20263

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel/propulsion system

42% · 37 reports
CRASH
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I own a 2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL. Over approximately three years, the vehicle experienced four separate incidents involving sudden loss of engine power and recurring fuel injector/powertrain problems.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-07

Also filed under Engine

Engine

32% · 28 reports
CRASH
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While driving at highway speeds, the emergency brake system will apply and alert me. It’s happened twice now in the last 3 weeks. I’ve experienced a random loss of power while driving on the highway with no check engine light on the dashboard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-23

Also filed under Service brakes

Power train

19% · 17 reports
CRASH
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Car was parked, full stop, doors shut, seatbelt on. Foot on brake. Car then seemed to lurch forward by itself forward hitting parking cement block.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-19

Electrical system

14% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

CRASH
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Instrument cluster lighting is too bright even on lowest setting. Combined with poor side visibility from headlamps it is easy to hit object or pedestrians when turning on unlit areas.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-03

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Forward collision avoidance

11% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASH
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On a highway cruising at 70mph with the ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control ) on and following distance set at max a car from another lane turned into my lane and then continued to an off ramp.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-12-18

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2023-09-07Power train23V526000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles.

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2026-03-09Fuel system, gasoline25V796000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2023 Hyundai Sonata — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 37 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 28 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 17 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 23V526000 · Power train
  • Recall 25V796000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Hyundai Sonata is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Sonata?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Sonata have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.