Hyundai · Sonata · 2019
2019 Hyundai Sonata
0
Recalls
146
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2019 Hyundai Sonata has no recalls and 146 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: engine (51 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2019 Hyundai Sonata page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is engine with 51 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2019 Hyundai Sonata currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 146 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are engine (51), exterior lighting (16), unknown or other (13).
- Vehicle
- 2019 Hyundai Sonata
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 146
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
10.5% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: Optional
Owner Complaints
146 totalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 17, 2026
I wanted to report the failure of my rear camera and/or the electrical circuit that is tied to it. It's my understanding that Hyundai has issued multiple recalls across different years/vehicles for issues in this area. My 2019 Sonata is NOT included in those current recalls. I...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
FIREApr 14, 2026
On April 14, 2026, my 2019 Hyundai Sonata was parked at a retail store parking lot. Returning from the store, I attempted to start the car, and it did not start. I attempted to start it again, and I saw smoke coming out from under the hood. I immediately exited the vehicle and op...
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ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 5, 2026
My 2019 Hyundai Sonata has been experiencing excessive oil consumption since I purchased it. The vehicle requires oil to be added approximately every two weeks, which indicates a serious internal engine issue. Recently, the check engine light turned on, and I took the vehicle to...
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ENGINE
Apr 1, 2026
I was driving on the interstate when my engine started shutting down on me and I’m glad I had moved to the right lane because someone would’ve hit me from the back because I never had this problem and now the mechanic telling me it jumped timing.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Mar 18, 2026
consuming oil a quart every 2-3 weeks sonata hyundai in 2000 miles 3 quarts of oil were used. what happens when the motor locks up from be extremely low on oil. Possible accident! I cannot expect my wife to be checking the oil level every time she drives.
STEERING,ENGINE
Feb 21, 2026
Steering wheel panel glued/tampered (Safety Hazard) Motor/Pump assembly broken. Recall couldn't be done due to tampered parts.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 13, 2026
Safety Concern — Damage to Windshield During Manufacturer Recall Repair (Z05) My vehicle was brought to an authorized Hyundai dealership on January 14, 2026 for a manufacturer-directed paint recall repair (Campaign Z05), which required removal and reinstallation of the windshiel...
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STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER,LANE DEPARTURE
Jan 14, 2026
I respectfully submit the following additional information.In connection with this matter, the dealer in question asserted in writing that I "should have refused to participate" in the manufacturer-authorized "Z05 Service Campaign"—a measure designed to prevent potential damage—a...
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ENGINE
Dec 1, 2025
My oil pan cracked. I’ve never had any issues with oil pans until this one. Hyundai will not replace this under warranty.
ENGINE
Nov 22, 2025
Hyundai replaced my engine under warranty due to their oil consumption in mid October. About 2 weeks later all warning lights came on and they said need new battery. They put in new battery in November. 15 miles after new battery a burning smell and smoke came from under hood w...
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Why Compare These Pages
The strongest comparison flow is usually: exact vehicle-year page, then nearby years of the same model, then other 2019 Hyundai models. That sequence helps separate one-off year spikes from broader make-wide patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Hyundai Sonata have?
The 2019 Hyundai Sonata has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
NHTSA has received 146 owner-reported complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
The 2019 Hyundai Sonata received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata are engine (51 reports), exterior lighting (16 reports), unknown or other (13 reports).
Does the 2019 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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