2015 Hyundai Sonata: Panoramic sunroof has annoying noise
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2015 Sonata report: panoramic sunroof has annoying noise. CarComplaints.com lists 13 owner complaints, average mileage 3,200 miles.
NHTSA has 30 owner complaints for the 2015 Sonata in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11770792 (filed 10/13/2026): “The contact owns a 2015 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that while driving at 20 mph, the driver-side windshield wiper failed to function properly. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the wiper blade was not making proper c…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11753510 (filed 07/29/2026): “I was driving my 2015 hyundai sonata approximately 35 mph after leaving the hyundai dealership following an engine replacement when the hood unexpectedly flew completely open without warning. the hood struck the windshield, completely obstructing my forward vi…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: adjustment to the sunroof, seal (1 reports) dealership applied lubricant to rubber seal (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Leaks can often be traced with a water test and resealed; glass replacement is a pro job. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
- CarComplaints.com: Panoramic sunroof has annoying noise (2015 Sonata)
- NHTSA complaints API, 2015 Sonata
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