2020 Hyundai Sonata: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Hyundai Sonata: 4 recalls, 179 owner complaints and up to 32 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #20V122000 · 2020 · 5,044 vehicles
What's wrong: The tire pressure label inside the driver's door and the owner's manual state an incorrect tire size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: The incorrect tire information May mislead the vehicle owner to install the wrong tire size, potentially affecting vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers over the tire pressure label and in the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2020.
Electrical Vehicle recall #20V213000 · 2020 · 11,870 vehicles
What's wrong: The remote Smart parking assist (rspa) software May fail to prevent vehicle movement upon detection of an rspa system malfunction.
Why it matters: Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the rspa software, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2020.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #22V196000 · 2022 · 63,461 vehicles
What's wrong: The trunk latch May become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "internal trunk release."
Why it matters: A person inside the trunk compartment May become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the trunk latch and replace the trunk latch base, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #25V796000 · 2025 · 85,043 vehicles
What's wrong: A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Why it matters: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel & propulsion (46): the most common themes are warning light on (15), noise or vibration (6).
- Electrical (40): the most common themes are electrical failure (15), warning light on (11), stalls / loses power (7).
- Engine (31): the most common themes are warning light on (17), stalls / loses power (11).
- Other / unknown (28): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3).
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata has 179 owner complaints, ranking #19 of 37 Sonata model years for complaints (well below the 435 average). Complaints peaked in 2024 (40 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 2,777 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (162 complaints, 0 recalls), 2021 (134 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 38 | 32 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 37 | 31 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 36 | 31 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2020 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 2020 Hyundai Sonata problems?
Owners have filed 179 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (46), electrical (40), engine (31).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA ratings run up to 32 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 Hyundai Sonata repair manual?
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