2020 Hyundai Sonata Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 197 owner complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Sonata. The EPA rates it 31 to 52 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 197
- Crashes / fires reported
- 6 / 1
- EPA combined
- 31–52 MPG
2020 Hyundai Sonata recalls
Fuel System, GasolineNov 18, 2025 · NHTSA 25V796000+
Risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
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 were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Latches/Locks/LinkagesMar 28, 2022 · NHTSA 22V196000+
Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 221/010G.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. 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."
Electrical SystemApr 9, 2020 · NHTSA 20V213000+
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the RSPA software, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 191.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Nexo and Sonata vehicles. The Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) software may fail to prevent vehicle movement upon detection of an RSPA system malfunction.
EquipmentFeb 28, 2020 · NHTSA 20V122000+
Risk: 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.
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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 190.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata vehicles produced between October 22, 2019 and February 13, 2020. 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."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2020 Hyundai Sonata problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Fuel/Propulsion System48
- Electrical System46
- Engine40
- Unknown or Other32
- Power Train24
- Structure17
- Seats16
- Forward Collision Avoidance12
2020 Hyundai Sonata gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Hybrid Blue | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 50 | 54 | 52 | $1,250 |
| Sonata Hybrid | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 45 | 51 | 47 | $1,350 |
| Sonata | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 28 | 38 | 32 | $2,000 |
| Sonata | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,050 |
| Sonata | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 27 | 36 | 31 | $2,050 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Sonata, most recently for the fuel system, gasoline (Nov 18, 2025). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Hyundai Sonata problems?
Owners filed 197 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are fuel/propulsion system (48), electrical system (46), engine (40).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Hyundai Sonata at 31 to 52 MPG combined (best version: 50 city / 54 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.