A much more dependable Sonata
The 2019 Sonata drew less than half the model average. Oil consumption on some engines is the main complaint.
Updated November 2026 · based on 172 owner complaints and 0 recalls
197 57% below the Sonata average
0 free to fix at a dealer
Every Sonata year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2019 Sonata
Top problems and what they cost
Oil consumption
Some 2.4L engines use a quart every few weeks.
Fix: Oil consumption test free; engine work under warranty
Engine
Dim headlights
Low beams are dim at night.
Fix: Bulb upgrade $50 to $150
Exterior lighting
Recalls
No recalls for this year.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2019 Hyundai Sonata
- Check the oil level.Some engines burn or thin their oil. A low or high level, a gas smell on the dipstick or blue smoke are warning signs, and regular oil changes show the engine was looked after.Owners filed 30 complaints about engine knocking and failure on the 2019 Sonata.
- Test the headlights at dusk.Lights fail on some of these cars because of failing LED boards, connectors or water in the housing. Brake and tail lights matter most, so use a helper to check them.18 of the 172 owner complaints about the 2019 Sonata involve the lights (10%).
Questions
Is the 2019 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
A much more dependable Sonata. The 2019 Sonata drew less than half the model average. Oil consumption on some engines is the main complaint.
How many recalls does the 2019 Hyundai Sonata have?
0 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2019 Hyundai Sonata problems?
Oil consumption; Dim headlights.
Crash rating shown for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.