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2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid vs 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
NHTSA complaints10551
Recall campaigns44
Service bulletins (TSBs)104115
Investigations74
Crash reports84
Fire reports42
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)3737
Median reported incident mileage65,661 mi50,500 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai Sonata HybridHyundai Sonata Hybrid
Engine4017
Electrical System2423
Service Brakes168
Power Train147
Fuel/propulsion System122
Service Brakes, Hydraulic95
Steering101
Vehicle Speed Control74

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling1613
Clunking / rattling100
Check engine light85
Hesitation / surging60
Vibration / shaking50
2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.