2024 Hyundai Sonata problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 55 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata, filed between 2024-05-07 and 2026-09-13. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (19, 35%), forward collision avoidance (8, 15%) and vehicle speed control (8, 15%). Owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
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2024 Hyundai Sonata complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 19 | 35% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 18% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 8 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 15% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 7 | 13% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Electrical system: 19 complaints
- 19 complaints of 55 (35%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the exterior lighting; owners reported 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 55 (15%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 55 (15%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata covers this system.
Exterior lighting: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 55 (13%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2024 Hyundai Sonata; the recall, campaign 24V583000, says: “The software for the brake lights may cause the brake lights to flash and not illuminate properly.”
Power train: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 55 (13%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 2 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata covers this system.
Structure: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 55 (13%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 18 |
| 2025 | 20 |
| 2026 | 17 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names SONATA, SONATA HEV, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Hyundai Sonata recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Hyundai Sonata?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Hyundai Sonata's most common problem areas are the electrical system (19 of 55 complaints), forward collision avoidance (8 of 55 complaints) and vehicle speed control (8 of 55 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata have?
NHTSA has 55 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata, including 1 reported crash.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata's problems?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.