2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sonata Hybrid years
- Not enough data 15th of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. That ranks 15th out of 16 Sonata Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 60%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 5owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 60% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 20% | 3,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
- Loss of Motive Power (DP22003) — opened Sep 12, 2022, closed Dec 12, 2023.
- Electrical overstress (EA19001) — opened Apr 19, 2019, closed Sep 19, 2024, led to recall 20V024.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
am writing regarding 43099808 Number with Hyundai My 2019 Sonata hybird se in limp mode with an active flashing P1326 knock sensor code. The dealership is using an automated system denial to try and charge me $2,110 for an EGR valve and air filter.I am officially challenging this diagnostic path…
The primary failure is in the Engine/Powertrain system and Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS), causing 6 identical sudden engine stalls (OBD-II code P1326) from 09/2000 to 06/2026. Additionally, severe excessive oil consumption was documented during 2 of these diagnostic visits, showing…
Purchased 2019 after 44,000 miles engine was replaced metal in engine and inverter coolant issue July 2025 117,000 my inverter coolant light came in and off several times then car through all warning lights hev check engine warning shut it down went into limp mode Towed to dealership they checked…
When accelerating, the vehicle automatically hesitates and loses power. This happens when pulling out from complete stops as well as moving slowly to passing other vehicles. The tachometer still shows power but the brakes depress and there is no power to the vehicle and it hesitates feeling as if…
Tl* the contact owned a 2019 hyundai sonata. While the contact was pulling into an intersection, a second vehicle crashed into the front driver side of his vehicle. The front end of the vehicle was severely damaged; however, the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained broken ribs, and…
Other Hyundai Sonata Hybrid years
← 2018 Sonata Hybrid · 2020 Sonata Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sonata Hybrid | 3 | 1 |
| 2025 Sonata Hybrid | 11 | 0 |
| 2024 Sonata Hybrid | 9 | 0 |
| 2023 Sonata Hybrid | 15 | 0 |
| 2022 Sonata Hybrid | 19 | 0 |
| 2021 Sonata Hybrid | 55 | 0 |
| 2020 Sonata Hybrid | 16 | 1 |
| 2019 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 Sonata Hybrid | 9 | 1 |
| 2017 Sonata Hybrid | 80 | 3 |
| 2016 Sonata Hybrid | 133 | 5 |
| 2015 Sonata Hybrid | 54 | 4 |
| 2014 Sonata Hybrid | 28 | 3 |
| 2013 Sonata Hybrid | 108 | 4 |
| 2012 Sonata Hybrid | 154 | 6 |
| 2011 Sonata Hybrid | 96 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sonata Hybrid model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.