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2016 Hyundai Sonata

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

12

10 current

Combined

5.9L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$1,829

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2022244 · manufacturer campaign R0180 (11D021)

8 May 2022

Transport Canada lists: Elantra 2014–2020 · Sonata 2016–2019 · Tucson 2014–2021

What is wrong

Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. Note: This only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0 L Nu GDI engine. For the Sonata model, only the Sonata Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) models are affected by this campaign. This is an expansion of R0180 (Transport Canada #2021-575). Any vehicle that received a software update under campaign R0180 does not require this update.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of an accident. An engine failure could also create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the engine control module. Note: Hyundai recommends that you should always follow the correct vehicle maintenance schedule, which is printed in the Owner's Manual. If you experience unusual engine noise, reduced power, or a check engine/oil warning light, Hyundai advises you to immediately visit a Hyundai dealership to have your vehicle diagnosed.

178,064 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2021589 · manufacturer campaign R0199 (11D206)

24 September 2021

Transport Canada lists: Sonata 2015–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, an intermittent problem could cause the turn signals to activate in the opposite direction from what a driver intends. For example, when the driver uses the right turn signal, the left signal could turn on. Note: For 2016 and 2017 models, the Sonata Hybrid and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) models are also affected by this recall.

Why it matters

Turn signals that do not work properly may cause confusion and could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealer to update the Smart Junction Box software.

30,525 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2021495 · manufacturer campaign R0195 (11D153)

6 August 2021

Transport Canada lists: Accent 2018–2019 · Sonata 2016–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a part in the trunk release latch could fail. If this happens, the emergency trunk release located inside the trunk compartment may not work properly. This could prevent a person that is trapped inside the trunk from opening it. Note: For the 2016 model year Sonata, only the Sonata Hybrid is affected by this recall.

Why it matters

If a person is closed inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out. This could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the trunk latch assembly.

15,963 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2020592 · manufacturer campaign R0177

2 December 2020

Transport Canada lists: Santa Fe 2012 · Sonata 2011–2013, 2016 · Veloster 2015–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a 1.6 L GDI, 2.0 L GDI, or 2.4 L MPI engine, the connecting rod bearings could wear prematurely. As a result, there could be an abnormal knocking noise from the engine and/or the oil pressure warning light may turn on. If you continue to drive the vehicle with worn connecting rod bearings, the engine could fail. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. In some cases, a damaged connecting rod could puncture the engine block and cause an oil leak. Note: For the Sonata model, only the Sonata Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) models are affected by this recall. Additional Note: Engine compartment fires can happen for many different reasons. In some cases, there is too much damage to find the cause of a fire.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Oil that leaks onto a hot component could cause a fire.

What the dealer will do

Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer for an engine inspection test, to determine if there is bearing damage. If damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also update the software for the engine control module. Note: Hyundai recommends that you should always follow the correct vehicle maintenance schedule, which is printed in the Owner's Manual.

14,549 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2019640 · manufacturer campaign R0153 (80CA08)

16 December 2019

Transport Canada lists: Santa Fe 2013–2019 · Sonata 2011–2019 · Tucson 2014–2015, 2019 · Veloster 2019

What is wrong

Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. Note: This affects Sonata and Santa Fe Sport equipped with a 2.4 L GDI or 2.0 L Turbo GDI engine, as well as Tucson equipped with a 2.4 L GDI engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of an accident.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the engine control module. Note: Vehicles previously repaired under Product Improvement Campaign R0153 (TC # 2019-130) do not require this software update. Owners can find additional information at <a href="http://www.hyundaiengineinfo.ca">www.hyundaiengineinfo.ca</a>.

275,533 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2019012 · manufacturer campaign R0151 (91C004)

10 January 2019

Transport Canada lists: Santa Fe 2013–2018 · Sonata 2011–2018 · Tucson 2014–2015

What is wrong

When repairs were completed under recall campaign 2015-428 (Hyundai #R0101) or 2017197 (Hyundai #R0130), the high pressure fuel pipe may not have been properly installed on the fuel pump outlet. A fuel leak could occur if the pipe was damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the recall repair.

Why it matters

Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source could increase the risk of a fire causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer for an inspection. If fuel leakage is detected, the fuel pipe will be replaced with a new one.

7,027 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2018135 · manufacturer campaign R0141 (81C016)

16 March 2018

Transport Canada lists: Sonata 2016–2018

What is wrong

On certain plug-in hybrid vehicles, the battery Voltage Protection Device (VPD) switch could inadvertently activate. If the VPD switch is activated, electricity to the vehicle's electric motor may be disconnected. If this occurs while the vehicle is driven under Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, the vehicle may experience a loss of motive power, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will remove the current VPD switch and install a newly designed battery management system module containing an overvoltage protection device. The corresponding wiring harness will also be installed. Note: This condition would result in the of the “Check Hybrid System" warning light illuminating.

187 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2016507 · manufacturer campaign R0123 (61C092)

17 October 2016

Transport Canada lists: Sonata 2015–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof, the wind deflector anchor plate of the sunroof may have insufficient bonding. If the wind deflector becomes partially detached from its mounting points after the sunroof is opened, it can interfere with the moveable sunroof panel while the sunroof is being closed and could allow the glass panel to separate from the vehicle while driving, creating a road hazard which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will repair the wind deflector anchor plate.

11,114 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2016460 · manufacturer campaign R0121 (61CA17)

21 September 2016

Transport Canada lists: Sonata 2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 208 - Occupant Protection in Frontal Impacts. The driver's frontal airbag inflator module may not meet the neck injury protection requirement the standard for small stature persons. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupant in a crash where frontal airbag deployment is warranted.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the driver’s front airbag module.

2 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2015516 · manufacturer campaign R0103 (51CA19)

29 October 2015

Transport Canada lists: Sonata 2015–2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 135 - Brake Systems. If an ABS malfunction occurs during vehicle operation,the ABS warning lamp may fail to illuminate, contrary to the requirements of the standard. This could allow an ABS malfunction to go undetected by the driver, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update ABS control software.

3,378 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr
2 replaced by later campaigns

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2021575 · manufacturer campaign R0180 (11D021)

17 September 2021

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: Elantra 2014–2019 · Sonata 2016–2019 · Tucson 2014–2019

What is wrong

Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. Note: This only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0 L Nu GDI engine. For the Sonata model, only the Sonata Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) models are affected by this campaign. All vehicles previously included in TC # 2021-034 are now part of this new campaign.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of an accident. An engine failure could also create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the engine control module. Note: Hyundai recommends that you should always follow the correct vehicle maintenance schedule, which is printed in the Owner's Manual. If you experience unusual engine noise, reduced power, or a check engine/oil warning light, Hyundai advises you to immediately visit a Hyundai dealership to have your vehicle diagnosed.

152,924 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSuperseded

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2019130 · manufacturer campaign R0153 (80CA08)

11 March 2019

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: Santa Fe 2013–2018 · Sonata 2011–2018 · Tucson 2014–2015

What is wrong

Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. Note: This affects Sonata and Santa Fe Sport equipped with a 2.4 L GDI or 2.0 L Turbo GDI engine, as well as Tucson equipped with a 2.4 L GDI engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of an accident.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the engine control module. Note: Vehicles repaired under Service Campaigns, C0336, C0344, or C0347, already have this software update. Owners can find additional information at <a href="http://www.hyundaiengineinfo.ca">www.hyundaiengineinfo.ca</a>.

255,370 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSuperseded

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 94% of 193 2016 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
63 g/km
Rated range
43 km

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Common questions

Does the 2016 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 12 recalls on record for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata, of which 10 are current and 2 have been replaced by later campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2016 Hyundai Sonata get?
NRCan rates the 2016 Hyundai Sonata at 5.9 L/100 km combined, emitting 63 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 6 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2016 Hyundai Sonata for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $1,829 in fuel, producing roughly 2,726 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.