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2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Hyundai dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
NHTSA #18V166000Reported March 12, 2018 · Hyundai Motor America
Potentially affected: 2,840 vehicles
Defect description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.
Safety consequence
If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install a new Battery Management System (BMS) that contains an Overvoltage Protection Device (OPD). The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 175.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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