2014 Hyundai Sonata Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2014 Hyundai Sonata carries a complaint index of 80 and ranks 5th worst out of 21 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. Owners report 746 complaints, 7 recalls, 40 fires, and an engine problem area covering 44% of complaints with median failure mileage of 83,500.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 80/100
- #5 of 21 Sonata years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 746
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 7
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 29
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 40
- Injuries
- 35
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 25.5
- 22.5 city / 32.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 35 / 0
Top 2014 Hyundai Sonata problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA 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%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Engines produce smoke and flames from under the hood while driving at highway speed, sometimes leaving the driver unable to stop before exiting the vehicle.
- Some engines stall or emit smoke around 55,000 miles even after owners received notice of an engine recall, because replacement parts were unavailable.
- Brake pedals reportedly flutter or push back under hard braking, with the vehicle failing to slow despite the driver pressing the pedal to the floor.
- Airbags sometimes fail to deploy in side-impact crashes, while in other cases a passenger-side airbag deployed with excessive force.
- Brake lights have failed to illuminate due to a bulb that overheated and melted the light fixture.
- A vehicle reportedly rolled away on its own after the driver exited, leading to a crash and injuries when the airbag did not deploy.
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?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 Sonata ranks 5th worst among 21 model years with a complaint index of 80 and carries an Avoid verdict. It has 746 complaints, 7 recalls, and 40 reported fires.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2014 Hyundai Sonata?
- The Engine is the top problem area, accounting for 44% of complaints (331 complaints), with 25 fires and a median failure mileage of 83,500.
- Does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata have engine recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA lists recall 17V226000 for machining errors causing premature bearing wear, and recall 18V934000 for a high pressure fuel pipe issue tied to earlier repairs.
- How does the 2014 Sonata compare to other Sonata years?
- The 2014 Sonata's complaint index of 80 is lower than 2011 (100), 2013 (95), and 2012 (90), but still earns an Avoid verdict; years like 2019, 2022, and 2024 rank as Good or Best with much lower complaint indexes.
- Are there fire risks with the 2014 Hyundai Sonata?
- NHTSA data lists 40 fires among the 746 complaints for this year, with the Engine and Fuel System problem areas showing the most fire-related reports.