2021 Hyundai Sonata vs 2022 Hyundai Sonata
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 | 2021 Hyundai Sonata | 2022 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 125 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 88 | 78 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–47 | 27–47 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 35,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 34 | 24 |
| Power Train | 22 | 24 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 18 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 15 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 5 |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 12 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Overheating | 6 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
2021 Hyundai Sonata
2022 Hyundai Sonata
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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.