Recall Radar

2021 Hyundai Sonata recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2021 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
October 6, 202222V-746Power train: automatic transmission56,148
July 9, 202121V-524Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings15,752

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.

Power train: automatic transmission

October 6, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 22V-746

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

July 9, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 21V-524

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.

Other model years of the Hyundai Sonata

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2021 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 2021 Hyundai Sonata?

Fuel system, gasoline (2), Power train (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 3 of the 3 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.