2022 Hyundai Sonata engine problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2022 Hyundai Sonata — 27% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V796000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, while driving 70 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerated unintendedly. The check engine warning light…”
filed Sep 15, 2026
“The engine on a 2022 Hyundai Sonata developed rod knock at approximately 99,460 miles. The vehicle had been serviced exclusively at an authorized Hyundai dealership for its entire life with 12 documented service visits. What failed: The engine lubrication system. Two prior events at the dealership…”
filed Jul 8, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter…
26-EE-003H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 18, 2026Some Sonata (DN8, DN8A) vehicles may have DTCs P218100, P2181F0, and/or P2181F1 (Cooling System Performance) set in the Engine Control Module, resulting in an illuminated Check Engine warning lamp. Follow the procedure…
26-EM-003H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 5, 2026
Engine problems in other Sonata years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Sonata | 3 | 7% |
| 2023 Sonata | 27 | 31% |
| 2021 Sonata | 34 | 26% |
| 2020 Sonata | 31 | 17% |
| 2019 Sonata | 86 | 53% |
| 2018 Sonata | 210 | 56% |
| 2017 Sonata | 383 | 50% |
| 2016 Sonata | 450 | 62% |
| 2015 Sonata | 623 | 54% |
| 2014 Sonata | 301 | 40% |
| 2013 Sonata | 735 | 39% |
| 2012 Sonata | 567 | 36% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Hyundai Sonata
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.