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2023 Hyundai Sonata Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

10/100

#19 most-complained of 21 Sonata years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2023 Hyundai Sonata has 87 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 10 out of 100 — #19 highest of 21 Sonata model years (verdict: Best). The most reported problem area is fuel system (44 complaints, 51% of the total). Complaints report 5 crashes.

Complaints
87
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
31
27 city / 37 hwy

Top 2023 Hyundai Sonata problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Fuel System44 (51%)
  2. Engine32 (37%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain16 (18%)
  4. Electrical System13 (15%)
  5. Collision Avoidance & Cameras10 (11%)
  6. Other7 (8%)
  7. Structure & Body5 (6%)
  8. Brakes4 (5%)
  9. Lane Departure2 (2%)
  10. Steering2 (2%)
2023 Hyundai Sonata complaints: complaints filed per month11Dec 2022Aug 2023Mar 2024Sep 2024Mar 2025Nov 2025May 2026
137 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Feb 2026 (11).

2023 Hyundai Sonata recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V796000Nov 17, 2025Fuel System85,043 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline

    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.

    Risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: 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.

  2. NHTSA 23V526000Jul 27, 2023Transmission & Powertrain52,109 vehiclesPark Outside

    Power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:pump

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

    Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

2023 Hyundai Sonata fuel economy and fuel cost

City
27 MPG
Highway
37 MPG
Combined
31 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,100
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.

2023 compared with other Sonata years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2021Good35133430.5
2022Best2093331
2023Best1087231
2024Best546128
2025Best016028.5

All Hyundai Sonata years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Hyundai Sonata a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 Hyundai Sonata ranks #19 of 21 among Sonata model years (Complaint Index 10/100, verdict: Best). It has 87 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Sonata?
The most reported problem areas are fuel system (44 complaints), engine (32 complaints), and transmission & powertrain (16 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 18,500 miles.
Does the 2023 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata, most recently reported 2025, covering fuel system and transmission & powertrain.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Hyundai Sonata?
EPA rates the 2023 Hyundai Sonata at 31 MPG combined (27 city / 37 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,100. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.