Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 09/08/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Engine (26.2% of complaints) — was examined in a now-closed NHTSA investigation that did not result in a recall.
Engine complaints here are 2.1× the median for that category across the 2584 model-years tracked on this site.
3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 34 · 26.2% | Investigation closed | DP22003 |
| Power Train | 22 · 16.9% | Recalled | Recall 22V746000 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 · 15.4% | Recalled | Recall 21V524000 · Recall 25V796000 |
| Electrical System | 16 · 12.3% | No official action | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 · 7.7% | Recalled | Recall 21V524000 · Recall 25V796000 |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 · 6.2% | No official action | — |
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.
Percentages are the share of the 130 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.
NHTSA campaign 21V524000 · 2021 · reported 07/09/2021
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 21V00M000 · 2021 · reported 12/28/2021
A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 22V746000 · 2022 · reported 10/06/2022
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
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.
“The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine shuddered and the engine stalled. In addition…”NHTSA complaint 11738864 — filed 05/19/2026 · ENGINE
“The Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS) has failed for the second time on this vehicle. The first failure occurred at approximately 35,000 miles and was…”NHTSA complaint 11730992 — filed 04/14/2026 · ENGINE
“Vehicle suddenly lost heat in 30 degree weather. No warnings, check engine light, or temperature gauge indicators came on. Lucky made it to a parts…”NHTSA complaint 11718194 — filed 02/16/2026 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 34 of 130 NHTSA complaints (26.2%), followed by unspecified/other issues (32), power train (22), fuel/propulsion system (20). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
130 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 09/08/2026. Of those, 7 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 12 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V524000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
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.
