2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid vs 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 131 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 102 | 130 |
| Investigations | 6 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 37 | 40 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 66,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | Hyundai Sonata Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 72 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 34 |
| Power Train | 1 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 22 |
| Stalling | 0 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 5 |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.