Hyundai Sonata Electronic Stability Control (esc) Problems
Owners have filed 374 complaints with NHTSA about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Hyundai Sonata across 16 model years. The 2011 model year has the most (62). The words owners use most often: “esc off” (20% of reports).
- 374electronic stability control (esc) complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 9mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 39%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- ESC off: mentioned in 76 of 374 complaints (20%)
At what mileage do electronic stability control (esc) problems happen?
Based on 319 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 374 complaints, 9 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 4 an injury.
Hyundai Sonata electronic stability control (esc) complaints by model year
| Model year | Electronic Stability Control (esc) complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Sonata | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2018 Sonata | 2 | 1% | 51,160 |
| 2017 Sonata | 7 | 1% | 53,000 |
| 2016 Sonata | 5 | 1% | 35,000 |
| 2015 Sonata | 12 | 1% | 36,500 |
| 2014 Sonata | 13 | 2% | 76,613 |
| 2013 Sonata | 35 | 2% | 74,732 |
| 2012 Sonata | 35 | 2% | 82,000 |
| 2011 Sonata | 62 | 2% | 64,991 |
| 2010 Sonata | 13 | 4% | 87,500 |
| 2009 Sonata | 51 | 11% | 92,625 |
| 2008 Sonata | 30 | 7% | 76,500 |
| 2007 Sonata | 49 | 7% | 98,829 |
| 2006 Sonata | 57 | 5% | 94,982 |
| 2002 Sonata | 1 | 0% | 135,000 |
| 2000 Sonata | 1 | 0% | 150,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists electronic stability control (esc) for the Hyundai Sonata. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the electronic stability control (ESC) warning light illuminated causing the brakes to lock-up and the vehicle to not accelerate as needed. The contact stated that she waited until the vehicle cooled down for the…
Ever since i had a new engine put in my car, my car hasn't been the same. It acts like it doesn't want to go when pressing the gas pedal right after (was told it was the eco mode), then my dash started to crack, now is extremely cracked which has an air bag, gas gage has a mind of its own, burning…
Was driving on access road and the esc off light came on and the car started to stall- unable to accelerate. Had to pull to side of the road on wurzbach parkway. Took it to shop and had cam shaft, crankshaft sensors removed and replaced. Had $700 of other work done and car worked great for 2 weeks…
Cars steering wheel locks up and car dies out on turns on any road, highway or speed . Last issue while entering a freeway. Car must sit then restarted to allow it to be usable. No warning given when this happens. Contacted dealership. No help was given.has been an issues since purchase. At lease…
While car is moving, the esc light will come on few minutes after the head light is turned on. Happened on both city/highway, but more often on highway.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Sonatas have electronic stability control (esc) problems?
No. NHTSA has 374 owner complaints about electronic stability control (esc) for the Hyundai Sonata. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Hyundai Sonata electronic stability control (esc)?
No recall currently lists electronic stability control (esc) for this vehicle.
What do owners say about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Hyundai Sonata?
The most frequent phrase is “esc off”, in 76 of 374 complaints.
Other Hyundai Sonata problems
- Engine problems (4,698)
- Steering problems (2,363)
- Air Bags problems (2,044)
- Electrical System problems (1,974)
- Structure problems (1,066)
- Power Train problems (1,050)
- Exterior Lighting problems (1,013)
- Service Brakes problems (900)
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