2014 Hyundai Sonata Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
73/100
#5 most-complained of 16 Sonata years
The 2014 Hyundai Sonata has a Complaint Index of 73, ranking 5th worst out of 16 model years, with a Caution verdict. Engine problems dominate at 44% of complaints, and the car carries 7 recalls, including two for cracking fuel hoses.
- Complaints
- 746
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes / fires
- 29 / 40
- Injuries / deaths
- 35 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 25.5
- 22.5 city / 32.5 hwy
Top 2014 Hyundai Sonata problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine331 (44%)
- Electrical System208 (28%)
- Fuel System88 (12%)
- Other84 (11%)
- Brakes73 (10%)
- Steering65 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain54 (7%)
- Airbags31 (4%)
- Seat Belts25 (3%)
- Structure & Body24 (3%)
What owners report
- Engines emit smoke and then flames from the front or rear while driving at highway speed, sometimes leaving the driver unable to stop and exit safely.
- Vehicles stall and emit smoke from under the hood at highway speeds without warning, even after owners applied for the related engine recall repair.
- Brake pedals flutter or push back and fail to slow the car promptly during hard braking, sometimes during rain or heavy traffic.
- Airbags fail to deploy or deploy explosively during side-impact and frontal collisions.
- Brake lights fail to illuminate due to an overheating bulb and light fixture that melts.
- A parked vehicle rolled away on its own after the driver exited, leading to a crash.
2014 Hyundai Sonata recalls
7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 22V312000May 6, 2022Fuel System215,171 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time, due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Risk: A cracked fuel hose may leak fuel, which can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 227. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 20V-121. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 20V-121 that did not receive a replacement fuel hose will need to have this new recall remedy performed.
- NHTSA 20V121000Feb 28, 2020Fuel System216,799 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Risk: If the fuel line cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the low-pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 189. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-314.
- NHTSA 18V934000Dec 28, 2018Engine150,730 vehicles
Engine
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.
2014 Hyundai Sonata fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22.5 MPG
- Highway
- 32.5 MPG
- Combined
- 25.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,550
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other Sonata years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2014 Sonata a Complaint Index of 73 and a Caution verdict, ranking 5th worst among 16 model years of the Sonata. Engine complaints make up 44% of reports, with a median failure mileage of 70,000 miles.
- What is the top problem area for the 2014 Hyundai Sonata?
- Engine problems are the top issue, accounting for 331 complaints, or 44% of all complaints, including 25 fire reports and a median failure mileage of 83,500 miles.
- Does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata have a fuel system recall?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two recalls (20V121000 and 22V312000) for a low pressure fuel hose that can crack from heat over time, plus a separate recall for a high pressure fuel pipe defect.
- How does the 2014 Sonata compare to other Sonata years?
- The 2014 model's Complaint Index of 73 is better than 2011 (100), 2012 (87), and 2013 (93), all rated Avoid, but worse than 2016 through 2025, which range from Caution to Best.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata have?
- NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2014 Sonata, covering the fuel system, engine, seat belts, and transmission, with none classified as do-not-drive.