The Lemon Index2014 Hyundai Sonata.
The 2014 Hyundai Sonata is better than average by owner complaints: 152 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 64, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 24 to 37 mpg combined. The best Hyundai Sonata year is 2004.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 778 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Hyundai Sonata year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 34K to 100K miles on the car (410 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 48K–115K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 41K–98K miles
- lights complaints mostly came at 42K–88K miles
Recalls 7
- fuel system, gasoline 2022
The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time, due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
- fuel system, gasoline 2020
The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
- engine 2018
The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.
Show all 7 recalls
- seat belts 2017
The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
- engine 2017
Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
- seat belts 2017
In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
- transmission & drivetrain 2014
In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from from the shift lever pin.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Hyundai told dealers about
Hyundai sent dealers 181 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Issues with a minor clicking or thud type noise when turning the steering wheel
- Slight leak from the oil feed
- The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedLoss of motive power2022–2023
- ClosedThrottle control system vulnerabilities2021–2023
- ClosedEngine fires2021–2024
- ClosedElectrical overstress2019–2024
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1750–2700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Excessively loud and increased knocking noise coming from engine. Noise is getting louder with every week when accelerating.
2014 Hyundai Sonata owner · NHTSA complaint 10995667
More owner reports
Driving at 70 mph the car seized up. It did this 3 times in six miles. Scariest event I have ever had happen in a vehicle.
NHTSA complaint 11021627
El carro tryna cuando voy de reversa y cuando estoy an stop el carro tiembla y los brakes ya se los cambie y siempre me hace ruido..
NHTSA complaint 11023696
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.6× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 64; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Hyundai Sonata year by this measure since 2010 is 2010.
What are the most common 2014 Hyundai Sonata problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (34%), steering (16%) and electrical (14%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata have?
7 safety recalls (latest: fuel system, gasoline). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata get?
24 to 37 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Hyundai Sonata safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Hyundai Sonata problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 34,200 and 100,000 miles. The middle report was at 70,000 miles, from 410 complaints.
Does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata cost in fuel a year?
About $1750 to $2700 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl.
What Hyundai Sonata year is better than the 2014?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2019 and 2014.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works