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2022 Hyundai Sonata recalls and problems

3 recalls and 95 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata.

3
recalls
95
owner complaints
8
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2022 Hyundai Sonata recalls

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 25V796000 · reported November 17, 2025 · Hyundai Motor America · 85,043 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
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. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 22V746000 · reported October 6, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 56,148 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
The risk
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA campaign 21V524000 · reported July 9, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America · 15,752 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
The risk
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 22, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system

The fuel tank assembly became pressurized with compressed air due top worn purge control system check valve. This caused the tank to deform and the deformation of the tank led to the fuel pump being pushed out and the back seat of the car was completely unattached and no longer secured. There was a strong presence of…

Oct 3, 2026 · Electrical system

The passenger compartment climate control blower motor circuit suffered a severe thermal overload. The terminal overheated, shorted out, and physically melted the primary engine wiring harness (Part #91400-L0051) inside the main fuse block connector housing while the vehicle was operating. This caused an immediate…

Sep 20, 2026 · Electrical system · fire reported

Fuse for A/C was blown, caught on fire, and melted components.

Sep 15, 2026 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 140,000 miles

The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V796000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, while driving 70 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerated unintendedly. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact…

Aug 4, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system

RECALL REMEDY FAILURE AND MANUFACTURER COERCION My Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Hyundai Sonata Limited has been held completely out of service at an authorized Hyundai facility since June 2, 2026, due to severe fuel tank expansion under active NHTSA Safety Recall 25V-796 (Hyundai Campaign 286).The dealership confirmed…

Sonata model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2019 016286
2020 418251
2021 413570
2022 39581
2023 28850
2024 14710
2025 01700

Across all years, the 2011 Sonata has the most complaints (3,379). All Hyundai Sonata years →

Questions

Does the 2022 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata, the most recent reported on November 17, 2025 (Fuel system, gasoline). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Sonata?
Owners have filed 95 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (25 complaints), followed by power train (24).
How many 2022 Hyundai Sonata complaints mention a crash or fire?
8 of 95 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 22, 2026.