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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2024 Hyundai Sonata

Overall rating NHTSA-grounded

Average

Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$10,000

The 2024 Hyundai Sonata receives an average reliability rating due to moderate concerns in the electrical system and potential issues with the brake light software. While these concerns are not excessively common, they could impact ownership costs over time.

Most-common failures

Part Typical mileage Cost range Frequency
electrical system30,000–60,000 miles$300–$600common
power train50,000–80,000 miles$800–$1,500occasional
forward collision system40,000–70,000 miles$200–$500occasional

Scheduled maintenance to budget

Routine items every owner should plan for.

  • oil and filter changes
  • tire rotations every 5,000 miles
  • brake inspections annually
  • engine air filter replacement
  • coolant replacement every 60,000 miles

Warning signs to watch for

Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.

  • irregular brake light flashing
  • unresponsive electrical components
  • unexpected collision warnings

Generated by gpt-4o on 8/19/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.