The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Sonata · 2024
2024 Hyundai Sonata. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | 44 / 51 / 47 | Regular | $1,300 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | 25 / 36 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 25 / 34 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S8) | FWD | 23 / 32 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 1,100 and 16,100 miles. Median 8,700, from 6 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 35% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 18% |
| Speed control | 15% |
| Body structure | 13% |
| Lights | 13% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
24V583000 Aug 2024 Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights
Defect. 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."
Risk. Flashing brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. 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.
Manufacturer communications 40
Hyundai filed 40 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Hyundai has become aware that the subject vehicles may contain a faulty sensor in the EGR…
- Hyundai Motor America is currently investigating an ongoing auto mode update concern with…
- Intermittent battery discharge condition due to the air
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Hyundai Sonata HEV 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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