2023 Hyundai Sonata Transmission & Powertrain Problems
NHTSA lists 16 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata, 18% of its 87 total complaints that year. One crash was reported, no fires or injuries, and Hyundai issued recall 23V526000 covering the Idle Stop & Go oil pump controller.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 16
- 18% of 87
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 50 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of power while driving at highway speed, sometimes with the engine shutting off entirely.
- Some describe the transmission entering limp mode during acceleration, with revving but no forward movement.
- Several report a hesitation or delay of several seconds before the car takes off from a stop, described as bogging down instead of downshifting.
- Owners report the transmission unexpectedly shifting into neutral or park on its own while driving, sometimes multiple times, requiring a restart.
- Some describe the car unexpectedly lurching forward or failing to engage reverse despite being shifted into that gear.
- A few owners report dashboard warning lights, a dying engine at speed, and a check engine light that later clears on its own.
When 2023 Hyundai Sonata transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 22, 2023, latest Aug 7, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata
- 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.
Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Sonata model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many transmission & powertrain complaints does NHTSA have for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata?
- NHTSA lists 16 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2023 Sonata, which is 18% of the 87 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a transmission-related recall for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata?
- Yes. Recall 23V526000, reported July 27, 2023, covers the electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly, which may contain damaged electrical components. Hyundai advises owners to park outside and away from structures until repaired.
- Did the 2023 Sonata's transmission problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash linked to transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2023 Sonata, with no fires and no injuries reported.
- At what mileage do 2023 Sonata transmission problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure recorded in NHTSA complaints for this problem area is 50 miles, indicating some owners reported issues very early in ownership.