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HyundaiReliability & Safety Statistics

NHTSA complaint data, recall history, and AI-powered analysis for all Hyundai models. Data sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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79
Safety Score /100
Good Reliability
13,624
Complaints
151
Recall Campaigns
13,624
Total Complaints
2015–2026
151
Total Recalls
campaigns
535
Crash-Related
3.9% of complaints
465
Injuries Reported
across all models
8
Models Analyzed
of 40 total
38
Safety Score
Below Average
⚠️ Highest Complaint Years
2017(3,525)2016(3,054)2015(1,985)

These model years had the most NHTSA complaints across all Hyundai models.

βœ… Most Reliable Years
2026(34)2024(261)2025(340)

Fewest recorded complaints β€” generally the safest years to buy used.

Complaint Trend (2015–2026)

01.8k3.5k2015: 1,985 complaints2016: 3,054 complaints2017: 3,525 complaints2018: 1,096 complaints2019: 964 complaints2020: 741 complaints2021: 467 complaints2022: 697 complaints2023: 460 complaints2024: 261 complaints2025: 340 complaints2026: 34 complaints2015201720192021202320252026
ComplaintsRecalls

Top Complaint Components

Engine Problems6,067 (32%)
Transmission / Drivetrain2,110 (11%)
Uncategorized Issues2,062 (11%)
Electrical Faults1,674 (9%)
Brake System1,029 (5%)
Fuel/Propulsion System885 (5%)
Structural Problems757 (4%)
Unintended Acceleration694 (4%)
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AI Reliability Analysis

Editorial

Hyundai has significantly improved reliability in recent years. The brand faced engine failure issues in 2011-2019 Sonata and Santa Fe models (Theta II engine), resulting in major recalls. Newer models show dramatically improved quality.

πŸ’‘ Buyer Advice

Check for open Theta II engine recall on 2011-2019 Sonata/Santa Fe. Models from 2020 onwards have excellent reliability. The 10-year/100K warranty offers strong protection.

⚠️ Top Reported Issues

1
Engine Failure
2
Brake System
3
Seat Belt
Based on 13,624 NHTSA complaints collected 2015–2026.

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