Does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2020 Hyundai Sonata, including Latches/Locks/Linkages › Trunk Lid › Latch; Equipment › Other › Labels; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2020 Hyundai Sonata problems?

Owners filed 183 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system (47), electrical system (41), engine (32), power train (24).

How much does a 2020 Hyundai Sonata cost to own for 5 years?

About $38,247 over 5 years ($637/month) at an estimated $13,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2020 Hyundai Sonata

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 66/100. Expect about $38,247 to own it for five years, or $637 a month. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 183 complaints.

Recalls: 4
Complaints: 183
5-yr cost: $38k
MPG (EPA): 31

Fair

Ownership Score

2020 Hyundai Sonata vs nearby years

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4 recalls may apply

For the 2020 Hyundai Sonata. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: 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."
Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: 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.

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Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $13,500 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$38,247

$637/month · $0.64/mile

Depreciation	$3,906
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$6,485
Maintenance	$6,600
Repairs	$3,720
Loan interest	$3,726
Taxes & fees	$1,810

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

183 complaints5 involved a crash1 involved a fire

Fuel/Propulsion System47
Electrical System41
Engine32
Unknown Or Other29
Power Train24
Structure17

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 4 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 5 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2020 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD

What to check on a used 2020 Hyundai Sonata

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Body and structure
- Look for uneven gaps, mismatched paint or rust underneath.
- Check that every door, the hood and the trunk latch properly.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Hyundai Sonata a good car to buy?: The 2020 Hyundai Sonata earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 66/100. Expect about $38,247 to own it for five years, or $637 a month. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 183 complaints.
Does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?: NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2020 Hyundai Sonata, including Latches/Locks/Linkages › Trunk Lid › Latch; Equipment › Other › Labels; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2020 Hyundai Sonata problems?: Owners filed 183 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system (47), electrical system (41), engine (32), power train (24).
How much does a 2020 Hyundai Sonata cost to own for 5 years?: About $38,247 over 5 years ($637/month) at an estimated $13,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.