2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

20142016
Complaints
82
Crashes
9
Fires
3
Injuries
13
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#118 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:62,824 mi
Crash-related:2
#217 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:52,709 mi
Fires:1
#38 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:24,568 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

Electrical Faults
18
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
62,824
Engine Problems
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
52,709
Brakes
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
24,568
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
31,750
Hydraulic Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
106,448
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hybrid Propulsion System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,133,612 vehicles.

23V651000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~1,649,478 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

17V617000Seat Belts:pretensioner · Seat Belts:front:anchorage
~443,545 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V-152. The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.

17V152000Seat Belts:front:anchorage
~977,778 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.

16V726000Sunroof/Moonroof
~62,811 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 8, 2014, to August 18, 2015, and Hyundai Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to March 18, 2016, equipped with the panoramic sunroof option. Due to a bonding issue with the sunroof wind deflector, the sunroof panel on the affected vehicles may detach while driving.

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2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has 82 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 18 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (18 complaints, avg 62,824 mi); Engine Problems (17 complaints, avg 52,709 mi); Brakes (8 complaints, avg 24,568 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 54,989 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid include 9 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 13 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,133,612 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Sonata Hybrid reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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