2019 Hyundai Sonata Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Engine (53.6% of complaints) — was examined in a now-closed NHTSA investigation that did not result in a recall.
Engine complaints here are 4.6× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
None of the 6 most-reported categories on this page have a recall or open investigation on file — they rest on unverified owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 82 · 53.6% | Investigation closed | DP22003 |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 · 11.1% | No official action | — |
| Electrical System | 11 · 7.2% | No official action | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 · 6.5% | No official action | — |
| Air Bags | 9 · 5.9% | Investigation closed | EA19001 → recall 20V024 |
| Power Train | 8 · 5.2% | No official action | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 153 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“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…”NHTSA complaint 11725416 — filed 03/18/2026 · ENGINE
“Steering wheel panel glued/tampered (Safety Hazard) Motor/Pump assembly broken. Recall couldn't be done due to tampered parts.”NHTSA complaint 11719616 — filed 02/21/2026 · ENGINE
“My vehicle has an oil consumption problem. I put in 5 quarts of oil last week after changing the oil three weeks before this. I…”NHTSA complaint 11706209 — filed 12/19/2025 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 82 of 153 NHTSA complaints (53.6%), followed by unspecified/other issues (23), exterior lighting (17), electrical system (11). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2019 Hyundai Sonata have?
153 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 8 involved a crash, 5 involved a fire, and 6 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2019 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Hyundai Sonata's reported problems?
0 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
