Hyundai · Sonata · 2024
2024 Hyundai Sonata
1
Recall
36
Complaints
5/5
NCAP overall
The 2024 Hyundai Sonata has 1 recall and 36 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. One stored NHTSA configuration has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, not a rating for all versions. Most frequent stored component label: unknown or other (5 reports).
Stored NHTSA configuration: 2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD NCAP Vehicle ID: 19550
Ratings describe one stored NHTSA configuration, not every trim, body style or drivetrain for this model year. How this configuration is selected
Source: NHTSA Public Records
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- Recalls
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- Manufacturer communications
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Checks are recorded separately for each dataset, not for the whole page. Dates use UTC. A missing check date does not mean no records exist.
Vehicle import recorded: Apr 28, 2026. This is the stored import date, not confirmation that every source was successfully refreshed.
Research Context
The 2024 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 frequent complete stored component label is unknown or other with 5 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 2024 Hyundai Sonata currently shows 1 NHTSA recall listed on this page and 36 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 rating for one stored configuration, not all versions.
- The most frequent complete stored component labels on this page are unknown or other (5), structure (4), electrical system (4).
- Vehicle
- 2024 Hyundai Sonata
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 36
- Stored Configuration Overall Rating
- 5/5. Stored NHTSA configuration: 2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD. NCAP Vehicle ID: 19550.
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 Configuration Test Results
Stored NHTSA configuration: 2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD NCAP Vehicle ID: 19550
Ratings describe one stored NHTSA configuration, not every trim, body style or drivetrain for this model year. How this configuration is selected
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
No rollover risk estimate available in this dataset
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 24V583000August 07, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. The software for the brake lights may cause the brake lights to flash and not illuminate properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy Status
Dealers will update the rear brake light software, free of charge. Additionally, Hyundai will release the software update over-the-air (OTA). Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 267.
Owner Complaints
36 totalEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 4, 2026
While driving on the highway on 4/4/26 at 10:40 pm the dashboard and the headlights went out. The outage lasted about 5 seconds and then they came back on. I drove another 40 minutes and did not have another problem. My safety was put at risk because I could not see the road and ...
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POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 25, 2026
Sudden loss of acceleration. This occurred while making a left turn across traffic from a stop. At approximately 7mph the car would not accelerate any further. I was luckily able to coast the vehicle into a center turn lane. Upon coming to a stop I was unable to get any accelerat...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 8, 2026
While driving the vehicle the other night, the cars electrical system completely shut off for a few seconds before popping back on. The whole car inside and out went completely black. It was around 10pm on a dark country road. I had the seat heater on high and the defrost on high...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 31, 2025
The exterior lights such as head lights and brake lights aswell as all interior electronics shut off at random intervals while driving posing a serious danger early in the morning and at night.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Dec 31, 2025
While driving the dashboard headlights and all safety systems shut off for a brief period and then reset and if driving at night this leaves you completely in the dark till the system resets. All lights exterior and interior all the safety sensors, adaptive cruise control everyth...
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SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Dec 24, 2025
The vehicle's emergency brack system is malfunctioning. There have been several instances where the car's emergency brack went on while no coalition was going to happen. Several instances as well happened while in reverse the emergency bracks went on without there being anything ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 9, 2025
I was sold a 2024 Hyundai Sonata SEL and while driving on the road multiple times the car completely shut off. By this all lights inside AND outside the car turned off (Headlights, interior lights and all) car was still rolling and I pulled over each time as all systems rebooted....
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BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Oct 29, 2025
In morning dew/foggy winshield, the systems will disable easily. You get pop ups such as: Inattentive Driving Disabled, Camera Obscured. And forward collision warning disabled, camera obscured. I’ve had many vehicles in the past and the safety systems never disable this easily ov...
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POWER TRAIN
Sep 14, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate to overtake another vehicle at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to approximately 20 MPH instead. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off th...
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STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE
Jun 7, 2025
Complaint ID: 11667442 Vehicle: 2024 Hyundai Sonata Mileage: 20,000 (approx.). Update Summary: This update concerns the persistent, severe Electronic Stability Control (ESC) steering malfunction previously reported. Current Status of Issue: The ESC steering defect remains unre...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata have?
The 2024 Hyundai Sonata has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata?
NHTSA has received 36 owner-reported complaints for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata?
Our stored NHTSA record for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Stored NHTSA configuration: 2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD. NCAP Vehicle ID: 19550. Ratings describe one stored NHTSA configuration, not every trim, body style or drivetrain for this model year.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Hyundai Sonata?
The most frequent complete stored component labels for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata are unknown or other (5 reports), structure (4 reports), electrical system (4 reports). These are exact-label counts, not broader component-group totals or confirmed defects.
Does the 2024 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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