2022 Hyundai Sonata Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata. Part of Generation 8 (DN8) — 2020–present.

20212023
Complaints
123
per 10K Sold
23.6
US Sales
52,140
Crashes
14
Fires
0
Injuries
10
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2022 Hyundai Sonata Problems

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

#122 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:8,500 mi
Crash-related:1
#222 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:8,500 mi
Crash-related:2
#318 complaints

Fuel System

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata.

Engine Problems
22
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
8,500
Transmission / Drivetrain
22
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
8,500
Fuel System
18
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
1,250
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Hyundai Sonata

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~156,943 vehicles.

25V796000Gasoline Fuel System
~85,043 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.

22V746000Automatic Transmission
~56,148 affected

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

21V524000Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~15,752 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

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2022 Hyundai Sonata — FAQ

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

Is the 2022 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Hyundai Sonata has 123 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 22 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Sonata?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (22 complaints, avg 8,500 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (22 complaints, avg 8,500 mi); Fuel System (18 complaints). 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 2022 Hyundai Sonata?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 7,505 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Hyundai Sonata?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata include 14 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 10 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 2022 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 156,943 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 2022 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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