1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata.
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recalls
3
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.
2026 Hyundai Sonata recalls
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NHTSA campaign 26V047000 · reported January 26, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America · 41,651 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
The risk
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Unknown or other2
Tires1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Sep 17, 2026 · Unknown or other
My sunroof exploded within 100 miles of ownership. My first drive home to be exact. Was determined to be defective by Hyundai.
Jun 23, 2026 · Tires
When backing into my parking spot the front driver side tire blew at the side wall. Then a few weeks late the Rear driver side tire started to bubble at the same spot and was showing signs that it was getting ready to blow. The first one was immediately replaced under Kumho's warranty and then the second one was…
Apr 20, 2026 · Unknown or other
2026 hyundai sonata limited hybrid first owner. The sunroof above the driver's seat exploded while i was driving 70mph on the highway. Sounded like a gunshot. It was completely shattered but thankfully did not rain down on me. Local hyundai dealer inspected it and warranty denied from hyundai due to "caused by an…
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata, the most recent reported on January 26, 2026 (Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (2 complaints), followed by tires (1).
How many 2026 Hyundai Sonata complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 17, 2026.