2019 Hyundai Sonata Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata. Part of Generation 7 (LF) — 2015–2019.

20182020
Complaints
189
per 10K Sold
21.6
US Sales
87,466
Crashes
11
Fires
5
Injuries
7
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2019 Hyundai Sonata Problems

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

#178 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:81,442 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:2
#217 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:12,497 mi
Crash-related:1
#39 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:76,825 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata.

Engine Problems
78
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Avg Miles
81,442
Headlight/Taillight Failures
17
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
12,497
Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
76,825
Airbags
8
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
50,600
Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
63,000
Body Structure
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
63,750
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Propulsion System:Hybrid Management
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication:Sump/Tank
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2019 Hyundai Sonata — FAQ

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

Is the 2019 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Hyundai Sonata has 189 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 78 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (78 complaints, avg 81,442 mi); Headlight/Taillight Failures (17 complaints, avg 12,497 mi); Electrical Faults (9 complaints, avg 76,825 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 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 67,838 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata include 11 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 7 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 2019 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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

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

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