2023 Hyundai Sonata Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 44 Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata, 51% of its 87 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 64,622.5. Hyundai issued recall 25V796000 for a damaged check valve that can cause the fuel tank to expand and contact hot exhaust parts.
- Fuel System complaints
- 44
- 51% of 87
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 64,623 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of power and stalling at highway speeds, sometimes with violent shaking and loss of steering assist.
- Several describe stuck-open fuel injectors that flooded the engine, requiring injector replacement.
- Some vehicles stalled at low speed (around 30 mph) with the check engine light on and, in one case, visible smoke.
- Owners describe hesitation or pausing acceleration when crossing intersections shortly after taking delivery of the car.
- Multiple reports describe the engine stalling after startup, with repeated failed restart attempts and eventual check engine light illumination.
- One owner reported gasoline leaking or spewing from the vehicle after a fuel injector repair.
When 2023 Hyundai Sonata fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 30, 2023, latest Aug 7, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata
- 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.
Fuel System complaints by Sonata model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Hyundai Sonata fuel system reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 44 Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Sonata, which is 51% of all 87 complaints filed for that model year, a notably high share compared to most other years.
- Does the 2023 Hyundai Sonata have a fuel system recall?
- Yes. Recall 25V796000, reported November 17, 2025, covers a damaged check valve that can let air into the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components and melt.
- What fuel system problems do owners report on the 2023 Sonata?
- Owners describe stalling and sudden power loss, stuck-open fuel injectors that flooded the engine, hesitation during acceleration, and difficulty restarting after the engine dies.
- At what mileage do 2023 Sonata fuel system problems occur?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage at failure of 64,622.5 miles for Fuel System complaints on the 2023 Sonata.
- Were there any crashes linked to the 2023 Sonata fuel system complaints?
- NHTSA records show 1 crash and 0 fires among the 44 Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Sonata, with 0 injuries reported.