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2019 Hyundai Sonata Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 149 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Hyundai Sonata

The 2019 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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55/100

Use Caution — 2019 Hyundai Sonata

The 2019 Hyundai Sonata has elevated complaints or recalls that warrant careful consideration. Have any open recalls resolved before purchase and inspect the vehicle thoroughly.

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NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
149
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
8
Crashes + Injuries
5 fire reports

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NHTSA Recalls — 2019 Hyundai Sonata

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2019 Hyundai Sonata

Based on 149 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Engine
61
Exterior Lighting
18
Unknown Or Other
16
Electrical System
11
Power Train
7
Structure
7
Air Bags
7
Engine And Engine Cooling
6
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Hyundai Sonata — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2019 model year is highlighted.

2013 1,886 complaints 2014 739 complaints 2015 1,118 complaints 2016 712 complaints 2017 752 complaints 2018 358 complaints 2019 149 complaints 2020 159 complaints 2021 117 complaints 2022 85 complaints 2023 82 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2013, 2015 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2019, 2020, 2021 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2019 Hyundai Sonata

Is the 2019 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 Hyundai Sonata has no open recalls and 149 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated issues — consider alternatives or a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2019 Hyundai Sonata have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Sonata?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata are: Engine, Exterior Lighting, Unknown Or Other, Electrical System. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2019 Hyundai Sonata safe to buy?
The 2019 Hyundai Sonata has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Hyundai Sonata should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Hyundai Sonata are: 2019, 2020, 2021. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2013, 2015.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.