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2020 Hyundai Sonata recalls & problems

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata has 4 safety recalls and 182 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (47 complaints).

Recalls4safety recalls
Complaints182filed by owners
Crashes · fires5 · 1reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2020 Hyundai Sonata in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Fuel system, gasolineNov 17, 2025

Fuel system, gasoline

Recall 25V79600085,043 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix
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. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.
Latches/locks/linkagesMar 28, 2022

Trunk lid › Latch

Recall 22V19600063,461 vehicles

Problem
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Risk
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix
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. Hyundai's number for this recall is 221/010G.
Electrical systemApr 9, 2020

Software

Recall 20V21300011,870 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
EquipmentFeb 28, 2020

Other › Labels

Recall 20V1220005,044 vehicles

Problem
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk
The incorrect tire information may mislead the vehicle owner to install the wrong tire size, potentially affecting vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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. Hyundai's number for this recall is 190.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2020 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk9.7%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2020 Hyundai Sonata HEV 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk9.7%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2020 Hyundai Sonata NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2020 Hyundai Sonata NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Sonata

32mpg combined
City / highway28 / 38 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,100/year to fuel

Sonata

31mpg combined
City / highway27 / 37 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel

Sonata

31mpg combined
City / highway27 / 36 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.6 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Fuel/propulsion system47211—
Electrical systemStarter assembly4020010,000 mi
Engine3211130,849 mi
Unknown or other29202520 mi
Power train2400016,599 mi
StructureBody; Frame and members › Underbody shields17000600 mi
Seats16000—
Forward collision avoidanceWarnings; Automatic emergency braking132012,000 mi
Fuel system, gasolineStorage › Auxillary tank; Delivery › Fuel pump1300080,000 mi
Air bags71121,768 mi
Vehicle speed control7000—
Steering7000800 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations