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Vehicle A

Gasoline · 31 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 31 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2021 Hyundai Sonata

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2021 Hyundai Sonata

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: Sonata needs more recall homework, Sonata has more complaint activity and Sonata has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2022 Hyundai Sonata 2021 Hyundai Sonata Difference
Total recalls 3 4 Sonata has 1 more recalls
Total complaints 85 115 Sonata has 30 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 8 / 0 / 2 / 0 7 / 0 / 2 / 0 Sonata has 1 more severity reports
Defect investigations 1 2 Sonata has 1 more investigations
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 94 106 Sonata has 12 more communications
Recall completion reports 17 25 Sonata has 8 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 16 13 Sonata has 3 more service campaigns
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Nov 18, 2025 Nov 18, 2025 Similar
Latest complaint May 31, 2026 May 22, 2026 Sonata has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Fuel Propulsion System
  • Power Train
  • Electrical System
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Power Train
  • Engine
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 31 combined MPG 31 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $1,950 $1,950 Similar
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2022 Hyundai Sonata

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had fuel propulsion system and power train repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2021 Hyundai Sonata

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had unknown or other and power train repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2022 Hyundai Sonata

  • Fuel Propulsion System: fuel smell, leaks, stalling, range or charging changes
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories

2021 Hyundai Sonata

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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