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Vehicle A

Gasoline · 28 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 28 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2024 Hyundai Sonata

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2024 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 2025 Hyundai Sonata 2024 Hyundai Sonata Difference
Total recalls 0 1 Sonata has 1 more recalls
Total complaints 12 39 Sonata has 27 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 1 / 0 / 0 / 0 Sonata has 1 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 23 30 Sonata has 7 more communications
Recall completion reports 0 7 Sonata has 7 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 13 16 Sonata has 3 more service campaigns
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall None listed Aug 7, 2024 Sonata has a listed date
Latest complaint May 21, 2026 May 26, 2026 Sonata has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Fuel Propulsion System
  • Service Brakes
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Electrical System
  • Structure
Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 28 combined MPG 28 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,150 $2,150 Similar
Safety-rating records 3 3 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2025 Hyundai Sonata

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Can you confirm there are no open recalls by VIN?
  • Has the vehicle had unknown or other and fuel propulsion system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2024 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 electrical system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2025 Hyundai Sonata

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Fuel Propulsion System: fuel smell, leaks, stalling, range or charging changes
  • Service Brakes: vibration, pulsing, noise, stopping distance

2024 Hyundai Sonata

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Structure: water leaks, body repairs, doors, corrosion

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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