2018 Hyundai Sonata owner discussion

What NHTSA's records show for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata: 375 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign. Owners report problems most often with the Engine (212), Electrical System (60), Power Train (40). 18 complaints mention a crash and 13 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.

2018 Hyundai Sonata owner discussion: problems, repairs and buying advice

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What NHTSA's records show for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata: 375 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign. Owners report problems most often with the Engine (212), Electrical System (60), Power Train (40). 18 complaints mention a crash and 13 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.

2018 Hyundai Sonata recalls and complaints at a glance

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign and 375 owner complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata. The most-reported problem areas are Engine (212), Electrical System (60), Power Train (40). The most recent recall (NHTSA #21V619000, August 2021) covers the Latches/Locks/Linkages. Recall repairs are free at a franchised Hyundai dealer. Recalls and complaints describe the model year, not a specific car — check the VIN for open recalls free, and for title, salvage and odometer history with a $9.99 report (Carfax charges $49.99).

Recall campaigns1
Owner complaints375
Complaints mentioning a crash18
Complaints mentioning a fire13

Most-reported problem areas

ComponentComplaints
Engine212
Electrical System60
Power Train40
Fuel/Propulsion System32
Exterior Lighting22
Vehicle Speed Control19

Recall campaigns

  • NHTSA #21V619000 — Latches/Locks/Linkages (August 2021): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles…

Source: NHTSA recalls and complaints databases, retrieved 2026-11-07.

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