Model year guide

2014 Hyundai Sonata

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Hyundai Sonata is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 732 on record.

2014 Hyundai Sonata — representative photo
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2014 Hyundai Sonata at a glance

Safety recalls7
Owner complaints746
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$13,676

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2014 Hyundai Sonata recalls 7

Engine NHTSA Campaign #18V934000 · 28/12/2018

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.

Seat Belts:pretensioner NHTSA Campaign #17V617000 · 04/10/2017

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V-152. The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will again verify the connection between the seat belt linkage and the pretensioner and additionally install a warning label to prevent future seat belt linkage detachment, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai custom…

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #17V226000 · 31/03/2017

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.

Seat Belts:front:anchorage NHTSA Campaign #17V152000 · 08/03/2017

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hy…

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #14V434000 · 18/07/2014

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, through May 29, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from from the shift lever pin.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair the connection between the shift cable and shift lever, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 123.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #20V121000 · 28/02/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the low-pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may cont…

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #22V312000 · 06/05/2022

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time, due to heat generated within the engine compartment.

Fix: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 227. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 20V-121. Vehicles previousl…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2014 Hyundai Sonata common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 746 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2014 Hyundai Sonata safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 Hyundai Sonata MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,425

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2014 Hyundai Sonata worth?

Low
$10,300
Typical price
$13,676
High
$16,400

From 728 comparable 2014 Hyundai Sonata listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Hyundai Sonata costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,125
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,050
Total$20,175
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($13,676) with the same model 5 model-years older ($5,644), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 Hyundai Sonata trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · Limited · SE · GLS/ GLS Popular · SE / SE NAVI / Limited / Limited NAVI · Hybrid/ Hybrid Limited
Engines
1.6L · 2.0L 4-cyl · 2.4L

2014 Hyundai Sonata vehicles on record

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2014 Hyundai Sonata — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2014 Hyundai Sonata. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Hyundai Sonata?

Based on 746 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, steering, electrical system.

What is the 2014 Hyundai Sonata safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2014 Hyundai Sonata an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2014 Hyundai Sonata at about 26 mpg combined (23 city / 33 highway).

How much is a 2014 Hyundai Sonata worth?

Comparable 2014 Hyundai Sonata listings run roughly $10,300–$16,400, typically around $13,676 (from 728 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.