2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID Complaints and Recall Information
The 2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID has 2 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners report abnormal knocking sounds followed by smoke and fire coming from underneath the hood at low speeds. In both cases, the vehicles were driven approximately 115,395 miles. The fire was caused by a fluid leak from an unknown hose leading to a hole in the engine block. No injuries were reported and the vehicles were towed to independent mechanics for diagnosis.
- Engine fire. Fluid leak from an unidentified hose caused smoke and a small fire under the hood while driving at 5 MPH, requiring the owner to extinguish the fire manually.
- Abnormal knocks. Both complaints involve abnormal knocking noises just before smoke and fire appeared.
- Fluid leaks. Presence of fluid puddles on the ground was reported in connection with the hazards.
- High mileage failure. Issues occurred at approximately 115,395 miles in both incidents.
There are five recalls related to this model, affecting various components including the braking system, seat belts, and sunroof assembly. These recalls address risks of fire, injury in crashes, and sunroof detachment.
- ABS module fire risk. (NHTSA Campaign No. 23V651000) A brake fluid leak inside the ABS control unit can cause electrical shorts and engine compartment fires while parked or driving. Approximately 1,649,478 vehicles are affected. Owners are advised to park outside until repairs replacing the ABS fuse, free of charge, are completed.
- Seat belt anchorage detachment. (NHTSA Campaign No. 17V152000) Front seat belt linkages may detach from anchor pretensioners in 977,778 vehicles, increasing injury risk in crashes. Dealers inspect and repair connections free of charge.
- Sunroof panel detachment. (NHTSA Campaign No. 16V726000) A bonding defect on the sunroof wind deflector can cause the sunroof to detach while driving in 62,811 model year 2015-2016 vehicles. Dealers repair the wind deflector anchor plate at no cost.
- Seat belt pretensioner reinspection. (NHTSA Campaign No. 17V617000) Vehicles previously repaired under recall 17V152000 (443,545 units) require additional verification of seat belt linkage connections and installation of warning labels to prevent linkage detachment.
- Repeated seat belt anchorage issue. (NHTSA Campaign No. 17V617000) Similar to the pretensioner recall, this recall addresses front seat belt anchorage detachment with inspection and preventative measures in 443,545 vehicles.
Owners with repeated repairs or unresolved safety defects related to engine fires or seat belt malfunctions may have rights under their state lemon law. Consumers should consult legal resources to explore their options for persistent safety and reliability issues.
2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID Summary
2015
Model Year
2
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
3133612
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
1649478 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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.
2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
443545 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
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.
2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
977778 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
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.
2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
62811 vehicles affected
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 8, 2014, to August 18, 2015, and Hyundai Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to March 18, 2016, equipped with the panoramic sunroof option. Due to a bonding issue with the sunroof wind deflector, the sunroof panel on the affected vehicles may detach while driving.
Risk: If the sunroof detaches from the vehicle it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
ID: 2081405ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and making a left turn, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound. The contact stated that upon pulling into an apartment complex parking lot, the contact noticed that there was smoke coming out from underneath the hood. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact immediately parked and exited the vehicle. The contact stated that upon opening the hood, the contact noticed a small fire and was able to extinguish the fire with a water bottle. The contact was able to push the vehicle into a parking space with the assistance of her son. There was no injury sustained. No police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that a fluid leak from an unknown hose had caused the fire, and there was a hole in the engine block. The contact also stated that there was a puddle of fluid on the ground. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic), which the contact related to the failure. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,395.
2015 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID
ID: 2081404SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and making a left turn, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound. The contact stated that upon pulling into an apartment complex parking lot, the contact noticed that there was smoke coming out from underneath the hood. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact immediately parked and exited the vehicle. The contact stated that upon opening the hood, the contact noticed a small fire and was able to extinguish the fire with a water bottle. The contact was able to push the vehicle into a parking space with the assistance of her son. There was no injury sustained. No police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that a fluid leak from an unknown hose had caused the fire, and there was a hole in the engine block. The contact also stated that there was a puddle of fluid on the ground. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic), which the contact related to the failure. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,395.