2026 Hyundai Sonata recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata and 6 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are unknown or other (3), tires (1), service brakes (1). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 27–29 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Sonata model year from 2012 to 2026. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 4.7 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.
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
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
My sunroof exploded within 100 miles of ownership. My first drive home to be exact. Was determined to be defective by Hyundai.
I was driving through a high school pick-up line where traffic was moving slowly. My vehicle was operating on adaptive cruise control, and I had my foot resting on the brake in case I needed to stop. A woman was about to cross the street, so I tapped the brakes. The vehicle did not slow down as it should have and instead began accelerating. I immediately pressed down on the br…
The contact owns a 2026 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while the vehicle door was open, the vehicle shifted into reverse and accelerated in reverse at 30 MPH. The vehicle traveled into a wooded area and the rear of the vehicle struck a tree. The vehicle was towed to a certified collision center, where it was pending an official total loss determination by the insurance…
Safety ratings
2026 HYUNDAI SONATA 4DR N/A AWD
2026 HYUNDAI SONATA 4 DR N/A FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2026 Hyundai Sonata.
Sonata AWD
Auto (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L
Regular
Sonata FWD
Auto (AM-S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L · Turbo
Regular
Sonata FWD
Auto (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Hyundai Sonata have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata, most recently for electrical system · instrument cluster/panel (01/27/2026). 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 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are unknown or other (3), tires (1), service brakes (1).
Is the 2026 Hyundai Sonata safe?
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2026 a good year for the Hyundai Sonata?
The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Sonata model year from 2012 to 2026. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 4.7 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA ratings for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata range from 27 to 29 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: SONATA, SONATA HYBRID, Sonata.