CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Hyundai Sonata has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,154 complaints with NHTSA, including 34 crashes, 48 fires, 32 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (630 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2015 Hyundai Sonata recalls
Turn Signal May Blink the Wrong Way, Raising Crash Risk
Certain vehicles have a software logic problem in the Smart Junction Box that may not correctly read signals from the multifunction switch.
Parking Brake Light May Not Show When Engaged
The parking brake indicator light on the dashboard may intermittently fail to illuminate when the parking brake is applied.
Sunroof Panel Can Detach While Driving, Creating a Crash Risk
Some 2015-2016 Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid vehicles equipped with the panoramic sunroof have a bonding problem with the sunroof wind deflector.
Driver's Front Airbag May Not Fully Inflate in a Crash
Certain vehicles may have a driver's frontal airbag that is missing a chemical enhancer needed for the second stage of deployment.
ABS Warning Light May Fail to Signal Brake Problem
Certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Sonata vehicles built between May 28, 2014 and August 21, 2015 have an antilock braking system (ABS) warning light that may not turn on when the ABS has a malfunction.
Passenger Seat Belt May Not Latch, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Certain 2015 Hyundai Sonata vehicles built between April 25, 2014 and December 4, 2014 have a front passenger seat belt buckle latch assembly that may prevent the front passenger from fastening the seat belt.
Most common 2015 Hyundai Sonata problems
Problem areas named in the 1,154 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 630 |
| Electrical System | 168 |
| Unknown Or Other | 166 |
| Power Train | 135 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 77 |
| Steering | 74 |
| Service Brakes | 74 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 61 |
| Structure | 53 |
| Exterior Lighting | 38 |
What owners report
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, our 2015 Hyundai Sonata with the 2.4L Theta II GDI engine suffered a sudden, complete engine seizure while traveling about 75 mph on I-25 Southbound near Castle Rock, CO. A family member was driving. Warning lights across the car began flashing, the engine made a loud grinding noise, and the brakes stopped working. Over a long distance, the driver was able to get the car onto the shoulder and bring it to a stop, then engage the parking brake. There was no collision and no injuries, only because traffic was light. The car was towed to a repair shop, then transferred to a second shop, which determined the engine had seized and requires full replacement. This veh
A franchise dealership performed a federally mandated safety recall service (ECM Software Update) and a knock sensor replacement on this 2015 Hyundai Sonata 2.0L Turbo. To perform these specific repairs, the technician had to work directly around the intake and turbocharger assembly workspace. Immediately after picking up the vehicle, it suffered a sudden and dangerous loss of power and refused to accelerate normally on the highway, creating a severe traffic hazard. Upon an immediate emergency inspection by the same service center 5 days later, the dealership documented in writing that the turbocharger intercooler hose clamps were completely off/unfastened. Because the technician left the cl
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the driver-side windshield wiper failed to function properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the wiper blade was not making proper contact with the windshield due to a bent driver-side windshield wiper arm. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that no recall coverage applied to the failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V180000 (Visibility/Wiper). The contact notified the Hyundai manufacturer of the issue by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 26,400.
Hyundai Motor America is explicitly refusing to honor the mandatory safety recall and lifetime warranty extension for a catastrophic rod bearing failure on my 2015 Hyundai Sonata (VIN [XXX]). The engine suffered a sudden internal connecting rod bearing seizure while operating, causing a complete loss of motive power and creating an immediate hazard. Hyundai Corporate Escalations issued a blanket denial solely because the vehicle carries a rebuilt title. However, the vehicle's official Hyundai portal confirms that Service Campaign 953 (the Knock Sensor Detection System software update) was successfully completed on XXX. The engine failure matches the exact factory manufacturing defect (intern
I received a notice from Hyundai that there was a Service Campaign 9C2 for my car. My car was running fine but I took it to Jones Hyundai in Belair MD for oil change and the Service Campaign. After this work was done my car lost driveability, poor throttle response and transmission searching for correct gear. I notified Hyundai about my concerns and they replied they opened a case number. Corporate advice so far has been to let the car warm before driving, which has been marginaly helpful. It is hard to merge with high speed traffic because of poor throttle response and transmission searching for correct gear, I have had some close calls. I think cold weather will increase this problem.
2015 Hyundai Sonata safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (10.5% rollover risk) |
2015 Hyundai Sonata questions
Does the 2015 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata: Turn Signal May Blink the Wrong Way, Raising Crash Risk; Parking Brake Light May Not Show When Engaged; Sunroof Panel Can Detach While Driving, Creating a Crash Risk; Driver's Front Airbag May Not Fully Inflate in a Crash; ABS Warning Light May Fail to Signal Brake Problem. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Sonata?
Based on 1,154 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (630), Electrical System (168), Unknown Or Other (166).
How safe is the 2015 Hyundai Sonata?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2015 Hyundai Sonata up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Hyundai Sonata has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.