Recall Radar

2020 Hyundai Sonata recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2020 Hyundai Sonata. The most recent was reported on November 17, 2025.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
November 17, 202525V-796Fuel system, gasoline85,043
March 28, 202222V-196Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid, latch63,461
April 9, 202020V-213Electrical system: software11,870
February 28, 202020V-122Equipment: other, labels5,044

Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline

November 17, 2025 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 25V-796

What is wrong: 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.

Risk: 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 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.

Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid, latch

March 28, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 22V-196

What is wrong: 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."

Risk: 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 221/010G.

Electrical system: software

April 9, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 20V-213

What is wrong: 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.

Risk: 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 191.

Equipment: other, labels

February 28, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 20V-122

What is wrong: 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."

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.

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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 190.

Other model years of the Hyundai Sonata

All Hyundai Sonata recalls · All Hyundai recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2020 Hyundai Sonata, the most recent reported on November 17, 2025. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2020 Hyundai Sonata?

Fuel system, gasoline (1), Latches/locks/linkages (1), Electrical system (1), Equipment (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 4 of the 4 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.