2010 Hyundai Sonata: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2010 Hyundai Sonata: 2 recalls, 345 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #13V113000 · 2013 · 1,712,336 vehicles
What's wrong: Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 accent and tucson, model year 2007-2010 elantra, model year 2007-2011 santa fe, model year 2008-2009 veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis coupe, and model year 2011 sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of…
Why it matters: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter May be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. This May lead…
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013.
Suspension Vehicle recall #13V354000 · 2013 · 364,502 vehicles
What's wrong: Road salt and water can enter portions of the rear crossmember, leading to corrosion of the crossmember steel. This May lead to detachment of one of the rear control arms.
Why it matters: Control arm separation May suddenly change the rear wheel alignment, affecting the handling of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the crossmember assembly. The recall began on October 8, 2013.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 19 injuries and 2 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (164): the most common themes are door / lock issues (157), rust / corrosion (2).
- Other / unknown (36): the most common themes are warning light on (7), stalls / loses power (4).
- Engine (29): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (10), warning light on (7), won't start (5).
- Brakes (28): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (5), noise or vibration (5).
The 2010 Hyundai Sonata has 345 owner complaints, ranking #13 of 37 Sonata model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 435). Complaints peaked in 2014 (66 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 65,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2009 (460 complaints, 2 recalls), 2011 (3377 complaints, 14 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 32 | 25 | Regular |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 29 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Sonata. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2010 Hyundai Sonata problems?
Owners have filed 345 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (164), other / unknown (36), engine (29).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2010 Hyundai Sonata repair manual?
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