Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 1 complaints for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 1 issues reported over 1 model years, unknown or other problems are the most common for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Unknown Or Other1

1 total across 1 model years (2026–2026)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Hyundai Sonata Fuel Economy

27–51mpg combined

23-47city

32-56hwy

$1,300-$2,500/yr

The 2026 Hyundai Sonata delivers 27 to 51 MPG combined across 6 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Sonata Hybrid Blue - Automatic (AM-S6)

51mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

47 city56 hwy~$1,300/yr8/10 Clean

Sonata Hybrid - Automatic (AM-S6)

47mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

44 city51 hwy~$1,450/yr8/10 Clean

Sonata FWD w/Stop-Start - Automatic (S8)

32mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

28 city38 hwy~$2,100/yr6/10 Average

Sonata FWD - Automatic (S8)

29mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city36 hwy~$2,350/yr6/10 Average

Sonata AWD - Automatic (S8)

27mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

24 city33 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

Sonata FWD - Automatic (AM-S8)

27mpg

2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2026 Hyundai Sonata

35States

27%in top 3

Florida has the most inventory at 10%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

FLFlorida

1,03010%

TXTexas

8949%

CACalifornia

8128%

PAPennsylvania

5896%

GAGeorgia

5365%

NYNew York

4975%

DEDelaware

4324%

NJNew Jersey

4114%

DCWashington DC

2873%

AZArizona

2853%

ILIllinois

2783%

NCNorth Carolina

2763%

MOMissouri

2573%

OHOhio

2502%

MDMaryland

2392%

INIndiana

2122%

TNTennessee

1982%

RIRhode Island

1952%

OK192

NH166

AL159

WA153

MN146

UT138

CT134

CO123

VA95

OR95

WI94

MI92

MA90

LA89

NV76

NE66

KY54

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2026.

2026 Hyundai Sonata Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2026 Hyundai Sonata a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2026 Hyundai Sonata. On the safety front, there are no open recalls on record, which is a positive sign. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

What's the gas mileage of the 2026 Hyundai Sonata?

You'll get between 27 and 51 MPG combined from the 2026 Hyundai Sonata, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2026 Hyundai Sonata?

UNKNOWN OR OTHER problems top the list with 1 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.