How many recalls does the 2010 Hyundai Sonata have?

The 2010 Hyundai Sonata has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2010 Hyundai Sonata?

The most recent recall was issued on August 12, 2013 and relates to the suspension:rear system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Sonata?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 2010 Hyundai Sonata involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2010 Hyundai Sonata affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2010 Hyundai Sonata.

2010 Hyundai Sonata: Complaints

Fuel Economy (EPA Estimates)

22–25 mpg combined

9.4–10.7 L/100km

Large Cars

City19–22 mpg(10.7–12.4 L/100km)

Highway29–32 mpg(7.4–8.1 L/100km)

Combined22–25 mpg(9.4–10.7 L/100km)

Est. Annual Fuel Cost$2,500–$2,850/yr

Tailpipe CO₂355–403 g/mi

Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.

2010 Hyundai Sonata Owner Complaints

Structural complaints dominate the 2010 Sonata's complaint record, accounting for nearly half of all reports filed. The overwhelming majority of these describe exterior door handles, specifically the plastic handles, cracking, snapping, or breaking off entirely, leaving owners unable to open one or more doors from the outside. This appears to affect all four doors and is by far the most consistently reported issue for this model year. Engine and service brake complaints come in at a fraction of that volume, but engine reports describe a range of problems including persistent check engine lights that mechanics struggle to diagnose, belt and thermostat failures repeating within short intervals, erratic dashboard gauges, and at least one report of a sudden engine compartment fire. A handful of engine reports also describe loud mechanical failures at highway speed accompanied by heavy steam and oil loss. Ignition switch failure, where the key won't turn and the steering wheel locks, shows up in isolated reports as well.

345

Total Complaints

19

Crash-Related

3

Fire-Related

13

With Injuries

By System

structure
153
unknown or other
35
engine
21
service brakes

2010 Hyundai Sonata Recalls

The 2010 Hyundai Sonata has 2 recalls, the most serious being a water intrusion issue in the ABS module that can cause an electrical short and start an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is parked and off.

The second recall affects vehicles registered in certain northern and midwestern states where road salt accelerates corrosion: the rear suspension control arm can corrode and separate, which causes a sudden shift in rear wheel alignment and can make the vehicle difficult to control.

1 Recall

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NHTSA (USA)Critical

August 12, 2013

SUSPENSION:REAR

At a glance

What can fail

Road salt and water can accumulate in the rear crossmember, causing steel corrosion. This corrosion may weaken the crossmember enough that a rear control arm detaches.

What the fix does

Dealers will repair or replace the rear crossmember assembly to restore structural integrity and control arm attachment.

364,502 vehicles affected

NHTSA Campaign #13V354000 — full official notice →

Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.

2010 Hyundai Sonata

Fuel Economy (EPA Estimates)

2010 Hyundai Sonata Owner Complaints

2010 Hyundai Sonata Recalls

1 Recall

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