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2015 Hyundai Sonata: recalls and problems

12 recalls and 1,211 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.

12recalls
1,211complaints
38crashes reported
51fires reported
38injuries reported
3 recalls with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Engine651 · 54%
  • Electrical System189 · 16%
  • Unknown Or Other173 · 14%
  • Power Train141 · 12%
  • Service Brakes82 · 7%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System80 · 7%
  • Steering75 · 6%
  • Vehicle Speed Control65 · 5%
  • Structure53 · 4%
  • Exterior Lighting38 · 3%

What owners report

Engine

was driving my 2015 hyundai sonata with my daughter and there was a really loud thump, like something came apart. there was instant smoke and really loud knocking and reduced power. right after that, i pulled over into a church so i wasn't blocking traffic, and when i got out, there was oil coming out everywhere and a hole in the engine block. i read about a lawsuit settlement and seeing that alot of drivers get a fl

Engine

I am writing to formally report a serious and potentially dangerous safety issue involving my 2015 hyundai sonata. at approximately 93,000 miles, my vehicle experienced a complete engine failure, which resulted in hyundai replacing the engine. unfortunately, i am now experiencing another serious mechanical or electrical malfunction. while i am driving, my vehicle unexpectedly shuts off completely. when this happen

Unknown Or Other,Fuel/Propulsion System

The vehicle is currently at greenway orlando hyundai for a fuel-system-related repair. during the dealership’s inspection, the dealership identified a crack in the fuel pump housing and a fuel leak. the dealership also provided photographs documenting the crack and the leak, and the vehicle has a very strong fuel odor. my primary concern is safety. a cracked fuel pump housing with a fuel leak presents a potential fi

Electrical System,Service Brakes,Engine

On wednesday, october 21, 2026, our 2015 hyundai sonata with the 2.4l theta ii gdi engine suffered a sudden, complete engine seizure while traveling about 75 mph on i-25 southbound near castle rock, co. a family member was driving. warning lights across the car began flashing, the engine made a loud grinding noise, and the brakes stopped working. over a long distance, the driver was able to get the car onto the shoul

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2015 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering SONATA HYBRID, SONATA. Last refreshed 2026-11-15.