Electrical System:software
NHTSA campaign 20V213000 · 2020 · reported 04/09/2020
Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2020 Hyundai Sonata Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Fuel/propulsion System — runs 5.1× the fleet median for that category across the 1400 model-years tracked on this site.
167Complaints
4Recalls
4Crashes
1Fires
4Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Fuel/propulsion System (26.3% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
Fuel/propulsion System complaints here are 5.1× the median for that category across the 1400 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 44 · 26.3% | Recalled | Recall 25V796000 |
| Electrical System | 33 · 19.8% | Recalled | Recall 20V213000 |
| Engine | 29 · 17.4% | not available | — |
| Power Train | 23 · 13.8% | not available | — |
| Seats | 14 · 8.4% | not available | — |
| Structure:body | 11 · 6.6% | not available | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 167 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls — 4 campaigns
Equipment:other:labels
NHTSA campaign 20V122000 · 2020 · reported 02/28/2020
The incorrect tire information may mislead the vehicle owner to install the wrong tire size, potentially affecting vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Latches/locks/linkages:trunk Lid:latch
NHTSA campaign 22V196000 · 2022 · reported 03/28/2022
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Fuel System, Gasoline
NHTSA campaign 25V796000 · 2025 · reported 11/18/2025
A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“I was driving back from Atlanta, GA to Pensacola, FL when we noticed our fuel level dropping significantly. We stopped in West Point, GA to…”NHTSA complaint 11619567 — filed 10/13/2024 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
“The component that failed is the fuel tank system. While driving, the fuel tank expanded, causing significant damage to the rear section of the vehicle…”NHTSA complaint 11619292 — filed 10/11/2024 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
“Gas tank replaced three times and failed each installation (excess pressure)leaked gas with riders in car. I was a LYFT driver .YES car can be…”NHTSA complaint 11618701 — filed 10/08/2024 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Sonata?
Fuel/propulsion system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 44 of 167 NHTSA complaints (26.3%), followed by electrical system (33), engine (29), unspecified/other issues (27). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata have?
167 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 4 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 20V213000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2020 Hyundai Sonata's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
