NHTSA & EPA data · updated October 21, 2026

2025 Hyundai Sonata recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata and 17 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are service brakes (6), vehicle speed control (4), power train (3). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 27–29 mpg combined, depending on engine.

The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Sonata model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 4.1 per model year.

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Recalls 0

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

No recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Service brakes6
Vehicle speed control4
Power train3
Unknown or other3
Engine2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Seats1
Electrical system1

By the numbers

17owner complaints filed
0involved a crash
0involved a fire
0injuries reported

Recent owner reports

10/02/2026 · Vehicle speed control,seats,service brakes

The structural bracket/part under the driver's seat broke while operating, preventing me from safely reaching and depressing the brake and gas pedals. And also recall that I didn’t authorize with dealership caused my car to have issue with speed control

08/17/2026 · Power train

The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while the accelerator was depressed, the vehicle hesitated, jerked, and failed to accelerate as intended. The failure occurred while driving from a stop and while driving at various speeds, causing the vehicle to decelerate during the failure. While depressing the brake pedal, there was a rubbing or grinding coming…

06/09/2026 · Electrical system,vehicle speed control,engine

The vehicle is stalling in the acceleration process. I can feel and hear the stall by the air conditioner going out or fading out when it happens while driving. Pressing the gas and it barely moves at times. Makes a noise now while running. Unknown to whether it's electrical or engine or transmission. Pull out in the traffic accelerating but the car wasn't moving at the pace it…

Safety ratings

2025 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

2025 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Hyundai Sonata.

Sonata AWD

Auto (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L

25city
34hwy
28combined

Regular

Sonata FWD

Auto (AM-S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L · Turbo · SIDI & PFI

23city
32hwy
27combined

Regular

Sonata FWD

Auto (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L · SIDI & PFI

25city
36hwy
29combined

Regular

Other model years

Compare every Hyundai Sonata year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Sonata have?

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Hyundai Sonata?

Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are service brakes (6), vehicle speed control (4), power train (3).

Is the 2025 Hyundai Sonata safe?

The 2025 Hyundai Sonata earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.

Is the 2025 a good year for the Hyundai Sonata?

The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Sonata model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 4.1 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2025 Hyundai Sonata get?

EPA ratings for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata range from 27 to 29 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

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Related vehicles

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: SONATA, Sonata.

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