Every 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 23V651000
Sep 22, 2023Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/ModulePark outside
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- Risk
- An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Full recall details for 23V651000 →Engine · NHTSA 20V746000
Jan 12, 2020Engine
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.
- Risk
- A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 198.
Full recall details for 20V746000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 17V152000
Aug 3, 2017Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for the recall is 160.
Full recall details for 17V152000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 17V617000
Apr 10, 2017Seat Belts:Pretensioner
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V-152. The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
- Risk
- If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will again verify the connection between the seat belt linkage and the pretensioner and additionally install a warning label to prevent future seat belt linkage detachment, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 169.
Full recall details for 17V617000 →
2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 108 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, reporting 8 crashes, 4 fires, 9 injuries. Hyundai has issued at least 107 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine40
- Electrical System24
- Service Brakes16
- Power Train14
- Fuel/Propulsion System12
- Steering11
Service bulletins by component
- Engine and Engine Cooling (29)
- Equipment (23)
- Electrical System (21)
- Power Train (21)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (10)
- Air Bags (8)
Read Hyundai Sonata Hybrid owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 108 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Fire
“The contact owned a 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact heard an audible beeping sound continuously and saw a "W" in yellow on the driver's side instrument panel.”
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRIDMay 4, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11463388
Fire
“The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V746000 (Engine) however, the part to the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while her son was driving 30 mph, smoke entered the cabin of the vehicle from the floorboard.”
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRIDJun 7, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11419983
Injury reportedCrash
“TAKATA RECALL, MY CAR WAS TOTALED OUT IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON JULY 24, 2018. AS THE RESULT OF THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME WAS DRIVING AND HAD TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP MULTIPLE TIMES ATTEMPTING TO FIND THE TURN SHE WAS LOOKING FOR.”
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRIDAug 30, 2018
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11123576
Fire
“MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 81 SOUTH NEAR WOODSTOCK, VA ON SUNDAY MORNING, JUNE 24, 2018. THE CAR BEGAN MAKING A KNOCKING SOUND, THEN WE LOST POWER. BY THE TIME WE WERE ABLE TO PULL OVER, THE ENGINE WAS ON FIRE. THE ENTIRE CAR ENDED UP BURNING.”
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRIDJun 28, 2018
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11104473
Injury reportedCrash
“ON OCTOBER 28, 2017, I WAS INJURED IN AN AUTOMOBILE COLLISION, WHICH WAS CAUSED SOLELY BY A MALFUNCTION BY MY 2013 HYUNDAI SONATA. ON THAT DATE, I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE SAFELY AND CAREFULLY, LIKE I ALWAYS DO. I WAS PROCEEDING SLOWLY IN MY CAR, AND TRAVELING BETWEEN 10 MILES PER HOUR.”
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRIDFeb 8, 2018
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11071850
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