Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2010 Hyundai Sonata
NHTSA data on file today
The 2010 Hyundai Sonata has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 345 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #13V354000 Crossmember Corrosion may cause Loose Control Arm NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V113000 Stop Lamp Switch may Function Intermittently NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 164 complaints
- Unknown or Other 36 complaints
- Engine 29 complaints
- Service Brakes 28 complaints
- Power Train 21 complaints
- Air Bags 20 complaints
Of the 345 complaints on file, 19 report a crash and 3 a fire; across all 345 complaints, owners report 19 injuries and 2 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2010 Hyundai Sonata has a below-average reliability rating due to 345 owner complaints and two recall campaigns. Structural issues are predominant, with 164 complaints, and the recall data suggests widespread brake light switch problems. The frequency of engine and brake issues also adds concern. The recall and complaint data provides a reasonable basis, but it's limited for conclusive judgments on all potential issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 80,000–120,000 miles | $400–$1,500 | very common |
| Engine | 90,000–130,000 miles | $500–$4,000 | occasional |
| Service brakes | 70,000–110,000 miles | $150–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Coolant system flush
- Tire rotations and alignment
- Spark plug replacement
- Battery check and replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual noises from structure
- Check engine light activation
- Brake pedal vibrations
- Slow braking response
- Sudden loss of power
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2010 Hyundai Sonata at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.