Top 5 Problems Hyundai Sonata Sedan 7th Generation 2015-20 

I have an issue I am hoping to find and fix myself if anyone can help me please let me know thanks..... I have a 2016 hyundai sonata sport and out of nowhere my 4 outside brake lights do not work when I hit the pedal the taillights are working and the middle brake light in the rear window is working when I hit the pedal but the 2 on the trunk lid and 2 on the rear fenders do not brighten they only stay at running light brightness I'm leaning toward the brake lamp switch but confused as to why the center light still works and the others don't please if you know what this issue is let me know thank you

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Same here with my 2015 sonata sport. Engine barring went out I believe. Now I’m having trouble with the transmission shifting. Which I hope it’s nothing major 🤦🏽

Happen to me too lemon of car

@@1AAuto So should I buy this car I want something reliable but looks sexy at the sane time camry doesn't fit me to much

Good choice hyundai good.

Im really leaning towards Hyundai hopefully no problem 🤞🏼

My motor ceased at 60k sonata limited 2017. If you look it up it’s also common, sadly.

@@kpurdy5352 how funny, mine did too at exactly same mileage and I had it replaced

Yeah Hyundai especially the sonata are great sadly some had oil consumption issues which led to alot of Catastrophic failure due to combined maintenance neglect. But you made an awesome choice with your car. They seem to have solved that issue.

I just bought a Hyundai Sonata 2015 with 30K mikes this comment gave me hope hahaha

I’m at 85,000 still feels news

Good for you. I had 2015 sonata at 52k miles. Recieved a letter extending my warrant primarily the engine. To be exact bearings. Months later had engine problems...car almost felt like it was locking up. Oh I lost full power driving down the road around 60mph. Took care all maintenance on time. Took it to the dealership, but they claim they're booked for 30 days. Suggested I take it to another shop and seek reimbursement through warrant. Other shop ran my car issue through their data base. Guy was surprised how many issues surrounding the engine. Literally he was genuine surprised. Spent $800 plus at the shop, car felt like it didn't want to start, or rather a delay start. Sold it asap just before the chip shortage got rough. It doesn't matter you do all the maintenance if the car badly built you'll have problem. Never buy Hyundai again. That was my second Hyundai and last.

@@blackwind6317 was this the hybrid version ?

@@blackwind6317 nah, you may just have a bad one There very good cars. Imma buy one only issue they had was with the hybrid version 2.0 engine

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Lol 2015 with 54k miles. Engine issue. Maintenance done poor quality. I thought it was weird to get a extended warrant last year only for Engine. Make sense now. Luckily I sold it before issues started getting expensive.

Yes

+Black Silverchair Thanks for the feedback!

@@1AAuto welcome 🙌

I regret selling mine. But I have a 2020 limited and I love it

My stock 2016 2.0t goes 320 km on full tank. Is that what everyone getting or time for a repair?

@@RajanSangwan get it checked, but if nothing is wrong, I’d just say lay off the gas maybe lol I get 400+ per tank but I do basically drive all highway

Is the lap 3 worth it? 17 2.0t owner?

How much did they charge you to fix it I'm having that issue right now

I have a 2016 sonata and has been a super reliable car. You’d take a big L with the focus.

Ford has recently had a really bad reputation, I would stick with Hyundai, which is on an upward trend of reliability

that ford may frustrate you in the long run. i have two friends that will attest to that. they both owned a focus

Stay away from hyundai

Mine is awesome. Just did 3000 mile trip in it

@jay Coleman how (if you don't mind my asking) did it go with the with the dealer?

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You need a 81230-C1010 Tailgate Latch Lock Actuator Motor Tail Gate Trunk Latch for 2015 2016 2017 Hyundai Sonata 1.6L 2.0L 2.4L Engines - Replaces 81230C1010-15 16 17 Sonata Rear Trunk Lid Latch Lock Assembly. It's a well known problem and the new ones have been redesigned to last longer. First the trunk light and indicator will fail, and eventually the trunk latch itself will fail which can make it a pain to get into your trunk to replace it or your trunk might open by itself at probably the worst time. Easy job to do if your trunk is still opening. Basic tools will do it like a flat blade screwdriver and 10mm socket.15 minutes. ~$30 online. Dealership will do it for $600. As for the oil, I that is a fairly normal amount of oil consumption on these engines after 4000 mi. Oil change interval is recommended at 7500, so having to add a quart or so between changes isn't really indicating a problem. Unless you're blowing smoke or your exhaust is thickly coated with wet soot or there are oil stains where you park it, I wouldn't worry about it.

Change the oil at 3k miles with full synthetic and check the dip stick once a week to make sure it's not burning too much. All GDI engines burn oil more than other engines.

I have the same issue with my 2015, can’t wait for the new engine that’s still under warranty 😂

Same with mines I bought it yesterday, uear 2017 as well amd noticed today the alarm is very low.

My car did the same turns out the alternator was bad

@@albertomunoz9965 I changed the alternator but noise still happens.

@@zaidarodriguez30 did you ever get an answer for why it happens?

+Tam B Thanks for watching! These vehicles recommend full synthetic oil, so that is what you will want to use. With oil it is the weight that is most important, not the type.

@@ArceliaHernandez-qx4ri did they require receipts of oil changes?

I think this is exactly what is happening to me. This started happening minute after my ABS lights came in. You think it might be an electronic issue? Or an actual issue with hardware like the engine or transmission? It’s Friday and I’m taking it Tuesday to a mechanic. My nearest Hyundai dealership is an hour away. 🤦🏻‍♂️ can’t risk taking it on the interstate with it going limp like that. Just wondering what I’ll be looking at to pay. Ive got a 2015 sonata sport limited that I bought used in 2019 with only 24,000 miles on it. It’s now at 56,000 miles in 2022. It’s not a heavily driven car. I do synthetic oil and change it every 6000 miles. I had an issue of antifreeze leak one time that caused my engine to over heat for a minute till I got it pulled over into a gas station 2 years ago. Luckily a mechanic was there getting gas and figured out the issue. I replaced the diluted antifreeze and never had an issue with it leaking again. Other than that I’ve only had electrical issues with passenger airbag, and the blind sport sensor. This October my 3 year transferred manufacturers warranty will run out. I wonder if it will cover any issues pertaining to throttle issues or knock sensor issues if this is the case.

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Same problem im having. Code p0010 camshaft sensor bad , im have to replace it. Also having poor acceleration

Having the same issue. Found some oil on the cam sensor cover which could be a common issue with the plug inside popping out getting oil on the sensor. Going in tomorrow. ...also a P0010.

Replace the camshaft position sensors. The exhaust and the intake one. Both are cheap and you can probably install the new ones yourself.

How much oil?

I have the same issue burns afew quarts every 3k miles. But this car runs good and doesn't smoke. I do have an issue w the engine light.

I have a 2016 Hyundai Sonata spot and I been losing oil 5-6 quarts in 1000 miles they been giving me the runners at the dealership not my car done shut down n want do anything

I heard that the trans mission fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles, so the oil should not get so black! It is always good to get a second opinion , if you have questions on maintaining your Sonata!!Thanks

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I read your comments, can you please tell me what those acronyms mean. I have a 2016 Hyundai sonata 2.4 l sport and so far I've only done regular maintenance on it. But I did ask Lynn whether this airbag issue was predominant in the brand because I definitely want to have that checked. In two previous cars airbags saved my life in accidents, that I did not cause.

your knock sensor could have a recall had the same issue

Or camshaft or crankshaft sensors

@@Galaxy2ss_ how much does the camshaft service goes for ?

@@darkfader7223 This is part of the Theta II engine warranty/Lawsuit. Take it to the dealer and they will most likely cover this for free and could lead to an engine replacement for free. It's where I'm currently at with my 2015.

I have a 2015 Hyundai Sonata.I had to have the serpentine belt replaced. My second issue I was told was the camshaft sensor,unfortunately this car burns a lot of oil..I have had issues with my break light ,after I would replace the break light,it would,after a month burn out again and again,which created a bigger problem,I had to have the dealer to replace the entire harness that holds the bulb because it literally melted.Not only that ,my car would not pick up speed and whenever I was at a red light or stop sign,it seemed as if my car was going to cut off.After replacing the cam shaft,new tires,oil change,brakes,new harness,which was an electrical issue,picked my car up and was on the interstate and check engine light started flashing on and off,car was in shut down mode,made it back to the dealership.I had to have an entire engine replaced free of charge after paying 2800 to have my car fixed in what I thought,properly.My car still rides rough as well as they did not fix my electrical problem properly because now the light will not go off inside of my car,brake light worked for a day or 2.To top that off,if your car is white,unfortunately the paint will begin to start peeling right above the windshield and as time goes on,it only gets worse,so you will need a paint job as well.If anyone has any of these issues,camshaft,serpentine belt,engine ,break light and paint issues,call the corporate officer because some of these issues should be free of charge and have recalls on them.Hopefully you will get someone assigned to you that will help take care of some,if not all of your needs,I DIDN'T. Good luck!

Omg mine was driving me insane!!! It took me months to figure out exactly what it was. It’s my passenger side and it was My window “up-down” button. I folded a piece of paper thick enough to wedge inbetween the side and it stoped rattling. But there is another in the window itself that slightly annoying. If I barely roll the window down just a smidge, it stops.

have you had any issues with the sonata burning oil?

Are you serious? Affects acceleration? How? I have a 2017 sonata se my batter went weak twice now I have a portable jump starter

It should not affect acceleration. Sounds like a weak alternator.

@@physio_bodybuilding also u should note there is a recall on some of the engines and burning oil is one.of the key indicators of the recall. I just had my motor replaced due to this recall a yrs ago and Hyundai covered almost full repair

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Did you check your oil level? Sounds like your oil level is low.

Check the oil level when he stoped hard he pulled the oil in the oil pan away from the sensor that shows you have a low oil condition. Also check the connection to the sensor to make sure it is tight and not damaged.

My 2015 is getting its engine replaced right now. How the engine didn't get mentioned in this video blows my mind.

its a manufactering defect. They didn't have the right mix of alloys

Same problem, replaced with new engine in a 2015 sonata sport, pistons messed up, water somehow got in, timing chain recall, happened around 75k

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Leaking oil from the turbo action?

I got a 2016 Sport in 2019 for 16k with about 30k miles. I love that car!

Mine burns like crazy. It’s just been an awful lot of problems with this car and they don’t honor the warranty. Get rid of that junker never buy another Korean car. That’s what I’m doing.

Get rid of it

same here. did two oil comsumption checks at dealer and they say it's within limits. about to do a third one. 43,000 miles and i just had a wheel bearing hub assy replaced. couple of years ago my variable valve timing gizmo almost killed me due to severe loss of engine power. when tow truck arrived my brakes totally failed as i drove towards the truck due to vvt vacuum failure. it's a lemon. my 2014 veloster had a wheel bearing go bad at about same mileage.

I had the same problem with my 2016 Sonata. Mine was burning 1L every 300 miles and then the engine died at 79K mls. The dealership changed the engine under warranty, and now it is not burning oil anymore. It runs well and does not ping during acceleration. Also no black exhaust pipe end. Now engine mounts are bad. Just a bad car.

You need a vcm

If it's the p1326 code your engine should be replaced free of charge.

@@DominusDionysos I have p1326 issue with my hyundai sonata 2018

@@spirituallyconscious7774 Then they should replace it provided you're up to date on recalls. If you're dealership is BSing about it then call corporate.

Check the intake runner control. mine was bad and an easy 10 minute swap and it was back. Sadly afterwards my engine just started consuming oil.

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I'm having the same issue with mine no leaks or nothing take your car to a Hyundai dealership let them know the problem an they will start a oil consumption test

100000 mile warranty. get it replaced for free.

All GDI engines burn oil more than other engines. Change the oil at 3k miles with full synthetic and check the dip stick once a week to make sure it's not burning too much.

@@thegoatbros8571 same thing here i have 2013 Hyundai sonata and is burning oil for over 2 years now i add oil every 500k miles don't waste your money with mechanics because the problem is in the pistons

That’s a common thing with the original OEM lights Try using aftermarket bulbs they hold up with heat much better

Newer cars seem to have more problems then early to mid 2000’s cars, I’ve seen 2000-2005 cars drive over 250,000 miles while cars 2013 and newer have severe problems with the engines failing at 100,000 miles, some of the 2009-2012 cars have problems too, but majority of them are minor problems that doesn’t cause the entire engine to have to be replaced, you can save alot of money in the long run by buying an older car and changing parts as they go bad instead of buying a newer car