Even when new, the 2014 Hyundai Sonata earned recognition from customers and industry experts for its stellar value in the highly competitive midsize sedan segment. Despite lacking a V6 engine, the 2014 Sonata held its own against rivals from Honda and Toyota with a pair of powerful four-cylinder engines, delivering a welcome mix of impressive fuel economy, elegant styling and excellent creature comforts.
No vehicle is immune to a recall, and even stand out models like the 2014 Hyundai Sonata can have issues that require fixes from the manufacturer. These issues can easily affect the drivability and overall safety of your vehicle, which makes it important to seek repairs as soon as you’re informed of a recall campaign for your vehicle.
Transmission Shift Cable Detachment/Rollaway Risk
NHTSA Recall ID: 14V434000
Recall Date: July 18, 2014 – Components Involved: Powertrain
On Hyundai Sonata models manufactured December 11, 2009 through May 29, 2014, a defective connection between the transmission shift cable and the shift lever pin may cause the former to detach from the latter. With the shift cable detached, drivers may accidentally engage the incorrect gear despite the transmission gear selection displayed. If the gear selection says “Park,” for instance, the vehicle may not actually be in that gear. This issue increases the likelihood of the vehicle rolling away if the parking brake isn’t applied.
Repairs of the issue began in September 2014 with the manufacturer repairing the shift cable and shift lever connection on affected vehicles free of charge.
Seat Belt Linkages May Detach
NHTSA Recall ID: 17V152000
Recall Date: March 8, 2017 – Components Involved: Seat belts
Another recall involves the seat belt linkages for the front driver and front passenger seats on 2011-2014 Sonatas. On affected vehicles, the linkages may break loose of the seat belt anchor pretensioners, compromising front occupant safety in the event of a crash. Hyundai will check the connection between the seat belt linkage and seat belt anchor pretensioner and make repairs as needed.
Bearing Wear May Result in Engine Seizure
Recall Number: 17V226000
Recall Date: March 31, 2017 – Components Involved: Engine and engine cooling
Certain 2014 Hyundai Sonata engines were plagued with machining errors during the manufacturing process. If left unrepaired, these errors could cause premature bearing wear on affected engines, eventually causing the engine to seize up. The resulting loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
Starting June 2017, Hyundai notified Sonata owners affected by the recall and began making repairs by replacing the engine short block, among other measures.
Seat Belt Linkage Detaches From Pretensioner
NHTSA Recall ID: 17V617000
Recall Date: October 4, 2017 – Components Involved: Seat belts
This recall addresses 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonatas previously recalled for faulty front driver and passenger seat belt linkages. Under this recall, Hyundai will again check the connection between the seat belt linkage and seat belt anchor pretensioner. The manufacturer will also add warning levels to help front-seat occupants prevent the problem in the future.
High-Pressure Fuel Pipe May Leak
NHTSA Recall ID: 18V934000
Recall Date: December 28, 2018 – Components Involved: Engine fuel system
The following recall addresses fuel leaks potentially caused during recall #17V226000 due to a fuel pipe that was damaged or improperly installed during the engine replacement process. High engine temperatures can cause the fuel to ignite, resulting in an engine fire. Your local Hyundai dealer will check and replace the fuel pipe, as needed.
Low-Pressure Fuel Hose May Crack and Leak
NHTSA Recall ID: 20V121000
Recall Date: February 28, 2020 – Components Involved: Fuel system
On affected vehicles, constant exposure to engine heat can cause cracks to form in the low-pressure fuel hose connecting the low-pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump. The resulting fuel leak can increase the risk of an engine fire. To address this issue, your dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the low-pressure fuel hose. Undamaged fuel hoses will be wrapped in heat-shielding tape as a preventative measure.
