2015 Hyundai Sonata Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 9 NHTSA recalls and 1,153 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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Very High Reported Activity — 2015 Hyundai Sonata
The 2015 Hyundai Sonata shows very high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Counts are raw and are higher for popular models, so see how we score this below. Review the issues and recalls carefully, and have the vehicle inspected before buying.
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9
NHTSA Recalls
9 recalls on record
1,153
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
34
Crash Reports
48 fire reports
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NHTSA Recalls — 2015 Hyundai Sonata (9)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Hyundai dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Visibility: Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
If the sunroof detaches from the vehicle it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wind deflector anchor plate, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's…
🔧 Parking Brake: Indicator Light
If the parking brake indicator is not illuminated when the parking brake is applied, the driver may operate the vehicle with the parking brake partially engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059….
🔧 Air Bags: Frontal
An air bag that does not inflate increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at…
🔧 Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel
If the driver is alerted there is a brake system malfunction, but not specifically with the ABS system, the driver may operate the vehicle unaware that the vehicle's brakes may lock up during hard braking, increasing the risk of a…
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected began on November 30, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer…
🔧 Seat Belts: Front: Buckle Assembly
If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the front passenger seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai…
🔧 Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components: Disc: Caliper
If a brake caliper fractures, brake effectiveness would be reduced, lengthening to distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai contacted the affected owners on June 19, 2014 and instructed them not to drive their vehicles. Hyundai dealers will replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall…
🔧 Steering
The reduction of power steering assist can increase the steering effort needed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai notified dealers to suspend sales of affected Sonata vehicles and has published recall bulletin 14-01-024 providing a service procedure to repair the affected vehicles. On June 7, 2014 Hyundai…
🔧 Power Train: Axle Assembly: Axle Shaft
If the left axle shaft separates from the transaxle, the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a separated axle shaft may allow the vehicle to roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the…
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, dealers will inspect and replace the axle shaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall…
🔧 Exterior Lighting: Turn Signal
A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall…
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Most Common Problems — 2015 Hyundai Sonata
Based on 1,153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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Hyundai Sonata — Complaints by Year
A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2015 model year is highlighted.
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⚠ Higher-complaint years: 2011 — These model years have more owner complaints in NHTSA data than the other years compared.
✅ Best model years: 2018, 2019, 2010 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2015 Hyundai Sonata
Is the 2015 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 Hyundai Sonata has 9 recall campaigns and 1,153 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Sonata have?
The 2015 Hyundai Sonata has 9 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Sonata?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata are: Engine, Electrical System, Power Train, Unknown Or Other. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2015 Hyundai Sonata safe to buy?
The 2015 Hyundai Sonata has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 9 recalls are completed at a dealer. 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: 2018, 2019, 2010. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years with higher complaint counts: 2011.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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