Before buying a used 2020 Hyundai Sonata, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
A 0–100 grade from public NHTSA data — higher means fewer reported problems. How it's calculated
179 complaints filed with NHTSA (5 involving a crash, 1 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata — Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI | 8.7 L/100 km (27 mpg) | 6.4 L/100 km (37 mpg) | 7.6 L/100 km (31 mpg) |
| Sonata — Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start | 8.4 L/100 km (28 mpg) | 6.2 L/100 km (38 mpg) | 7.4 L/100 km (32 mpg) |
| Sonata — Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI | 8.7 L/100 km (27 mpg) | 6.5 L/100 km (36 mpg) | 7.6 L/100 km (31 mpg) |
| Sonata Hybrid — Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 5.2 L/100 km (45 mpg) | 4.6 L/100 km (51 mpg) | 5 L/100 km (47 mpg) |
| Sonata Hybrid Blue — Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4.7 L/100 km (50 mpg) | 4.4 L/100 km (54 mpg) | 4.5 L/100 km (52 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Nexo and Sonata vehicles. The Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) software may fail to prevent vehicle movement upon detection of an RSPA system malfunction.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the RSPA software, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 191.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata vehicles produced between October 22, 2019 and February 13, 2020. The tire pressure label inside the driver's door and the owner's manual state an incorrect tire size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers over the tire pressure label and in the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 190.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the trunk latch and replace the trunk latch base, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 221/010G.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve. The fuel tank assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
2020 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
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