Recommended Maintenance & Wear Parts for a 2015 Hyundai Sonata
The common service parts a 2015 Hyundai Sonata needs — typical replacement intervals, what to watch for, and where to buy each one. Confirm exact fitment by VIN before purchasing.
Hyundai’s maintenance schedule for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata lists the oil filter every 3,000 mi, engine air filter every 30,000 mi, cabin air filter every 15,000 mi and spark plugs every 45,000 mi. The other 11 parts below have no interval in that schedule and are replaced on condition; the ranges shown for them are general guidelines for all cars. TecDoc part numbers are on file for 11 of the 15 parts on the 1.6 L petrol, 4-cyl, 180 hp engine. NHTSA also lists 12 safety recalls for this model, most often for the seat belts (3) and service brakes, hydraulic (2).
Last updated: · Specs: NHTSA vPIC · Recalls: NHTSA
2015 Hyundai Sonata maintenance & wear parts
Intervals marked OEM are manufacturer-recommended for this vehicle; the rest are typical guidelines. Your real schedule still varies by engine, trim and driving conditions — Always follow your owner's manual and confirm the exact part by VIN before buying.
| Part | System | Interval | Common signs | Part no. (TecDoc) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake Pads | Brakes | General: Every 40,000–70,000 km | Squeal, grinding, longer stops | P30093N BREMBO | Shop → |
| Brake Rotors | Brakes | General: With pads / if warped | Pedal pulsation, deep scoring | 170819 FEBI BILSTEIN | Shop → |
| Oil Filter | Engine | Every 3,000 mi OEM | Replaced with the oil | HP-1004 K&N Filters | Shop → |
| Engine Air Filter | Engine | Every 30,000 mi OEM | Low MPG, weak acceleration | 33-5057 K&N Filters | Shop → |
| Cabin Air Filter | HVAC | Every 15,000 mi OEM | Weak airflow, musty smell | LA 1960 MAHLE | Shop → |
| Spark Plugs | Ignition | Every 45,000 mi OEM | Rough idle, misfires | — | Shop → |
| 12V Battery | Electrical | General: Every 3–5 years | Slow crank, dim lights | 0 092 S67 118 BOSCH | Shop → |
| Alternator | Electrical | General: As needed (no fixed interval) | Battery light, dimming lights | — | Shop → |
| Starter Motor | Electrical | General: As needed (no fixed interval) | Click on start, no-crank | — | Shop → |
| Wiper Blades | Exterior | General: Every 6–12 months | Streaking, chattering | 029 450 1800 MEYLE | Shop → |
| Headlight Bulbs | Lighting | General: As needed (when dim or out) | One side dim or burnt out | 1 987 301 431 BOSCH | Shop → |
| Serpentine Belt | Engine | General: Every 80,000–160,000 km | Squeal on cold start, cracks | 6PK1255 GATES | Shop → |
| Fuel Filter | Fuel System | General: 50,000–100,000 km (or lifetime in-tank) | Hard start, hesitation | BVE207-360 BTAP | Shop → |
| Radiator | Cooling | General: As needed (leaks / overheating) | Overheating, coolant leak | — | Shop → |
| Water Pump | Cooling | General: Often done with the timing belt | Coolant leak, whine, overheat | WP0170 GATES | Shop → |
2015 Hyundai Sonata specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | Sonata |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 4860 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1870 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1480 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2810 |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 1475 |
| Front Bumper to Windshield Base (mm) | 1250 |
| Side Glass Height (mm) | 340 |
| Side Glass Base to Rocker Panel (mm) | 830 |
| Roof Width Between Side Rails (mm) | 1120 |
| Front Overhang (mm) | 970 |
| Rear Overhang (mm) | 1080 |
| Front Track Width (mm) | 1610 |
| Rear Track Width (mm) | 1620 |
| Weight Distribution, Front/Rear (%) | 61/39 |
| Models Hyundai offered in 2015 | 13 |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Canadian Vehicle Specifications. Linear dimensions in mm; weight in kg. Your exact build may vary by trim — decode your VIN to confirm.
Open recalls on the 2015 Hyundai Sonata (12)
The NHTSA database lists 12 safety recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata, affecting: VISIBILITY, PARKING BRAKE, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEAT BELTS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer. Check whether yours is affected by your exact VIN.
| Component | Summary |
|---|---|
| VISIBILITY · SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 8, 2014, to August 18, 2015, and Hyundai Sonata vehicles manu… |
| PARKING BRAKE · INDICATOR LIGHT | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the warning light to indicate that the parking brake is appli… |
| AIR BAGS · FRONTAL | Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January… |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to August 21, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with an … |
| SEAT BELTS · FRONT | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sonata vehicles manufactured April 25, 2014, to December 4, 2014. The affected vehicles have a front passenger … |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sonata vehicles manufactured April 25, 2014, through June 16, 2014. Due to a manufacturing error, one or both … |
See all recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata → · Source: NHTSA. Confirm by VIN before assuming a recall applies.
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How often should parts be replaced on a 2015 Hyundai Sonata?
Hyundai’s maintenance schedule for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata lists the oil filter every 3,000 mi, engine air filter every 30,000 mi, cabin air filter every 15,000 mi and spark plugs every 45,000 mi. Parts not in that schedule, such as brake pads, are replaced when inspection shows wear.
What part numbers fit a 2015 Hyundai Sonata?
For the 1.6 L petrol, 4-cyl, 180 hp engine, TecDoc lists brake pads BREMBO P30093N, brake rotors FEBI BILSTEIN 170819, oil filter K&N Filters HP-1004 and engine air filter K&N Filters 33-5057, among others; 11 of the 15 parts in the table have a catalogued number. Other engines of the same model year can need different parts.
What maintenance parts does a 2015 Hyundai Sonata need?
The recurring service and wear parts are brake pads and rotors, the engine oil, air and cabin filters, spark plugs, the 12V battery, wiper blades, headlight bulbs and the serpentine belt; the alternator, starter, radiator and water pump are replaced when they fail.
Where can I buy parts for a 2015 Hyundai Sonata?
Each row links to marketplace listings for that part on this 2015 Hyundai Sonata. Confirm fit before buying: a VIN lookup resolves the engine and trim that decide which part number is correct.