Recall 25V796000: 2020–2023 Hyundai Sonata
- Report received
- Nov 17, 2025
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Potentially affected
- 85,043vehicles
- Model years
- 2020–2023
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Possible consequence
A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve. The fuel tank assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2020 Hyundai Sonata182 complaints
- 2021 Hyundai Sonata135 complaints
- 2022 Hyundai Sonata95 complaints
- 2023 Hyundai Sonata88 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.