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2019 Hyundai Sonata: common problems and reliability
One of the better Sonata years.
170 owner complaints, most about engine. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Sonata?The 2019 Hyundai Sonata has 170 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and exterior lighting.
Safety record for the 2019 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Hyundai Sonata vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Sonata years only. How we score it
Is 2019 a good year for the Sonata?
Across the 30 Sonata model years we track, complaint volume runs from 29 (1996) to 3,472 (2011). With 170 complaints, the 2019 Sonata sits below the model's median of 223.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is sharply divided by generation and powertrain, creating a high-risk, high-reward ownership profile.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Sonata. See the full Sonata owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Sonata listings typically run $10,598–$20,175.
Other Sonata model years
Compare every Sonata year side by side to see how 2019 ranks against the rest.
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