1992 Hyundai Sonata: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 22 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Nov 1993

recalls

owner complaints

fire reports

typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

Among the quietest Sonata years (#34 of 35 by complaints, age-adjusted)No fire reports

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Common problems

Computed from 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 22 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.

Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)5 complaints

Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)3 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)3 complaints

Seat Belts3 complaints

Steering (steering wheel, rack, power assist)2 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)2 complaints

“When pressing on the gas pedal automatic seat belt would engage. However, when pressing the brake pedal automatic seat belt would disengage. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts · Jan 1999

“While driving the driver's base cracked horizontally, causing the driver's seat to fall backwards unexpectedly, almost causing loss of vehicle control. *ak”Owner report · Seats · Jul 1998

“Consumer states that while driving at or about 25-35 mph lower control arm sheered on driver's side behind the ball joint bending upper strut pulling the axel clean out of transmission. Con not contact the manf.”Owner report · Suspension · Jun 1997

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“Brakes went to the floor when applied at 30 mph, resulting in a crash due to brake failure. Please describe details. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 1996

“Transmission downshifts violently, then shifts back into higher gear with a violent jerk, causing temporary loss of control. *dsh”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 1995

“Auto-transmission will drop out of gear. System has been replaced (3) times with fourth experiencing same failure. Please describe details. Tt”Owner report · Power Train

When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 1 campaign

SEAT BELTS93V196000 · Nov 1993

THE MOTORIZED SHOULDER BELT CAN TRAVEL SLOWLY OR CHATTER IN THE TRACK AND MAY EVENTUALLY STOP TRACKING AND BECOME INOPERATIVE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL LUBRICATE THE TRACK ASSEMBLY AND, IF ANY SYSTEMS ARE FOUND INOPERATIVE, THE SYSTEM WILL BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED, AS REQUIRED.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 1992 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Cylinders4 · 6

FuelGasoline

How other years compare

199016 complaints · 3 recalls 199129 complaints · 1 recalls 1992 (this page)22 complaints · 1 recalls 199326 complaints · 1 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1992 Hyundai Sonata reliable?

NHTSA has 22 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1992 Hyundai Sonata. The most complained-about area is power train.

Does the 1992 Hyundai Sonata have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning seat belts. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.