2022 Hyundai Sonata: Fuel/Propulsion System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 23 owner complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata that list the fuel/propulsion system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11772866 (filed 10/22/2026): “The fuel tank assembly became pressurized with compressed air due top worn purge control system check valve. this caused the tank to deform and the deformation of the tank led to the fuel pump being pushed out and the back seat of the car was completely unattached and no longer secured. there was a …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11754635 (filed 08/04/2026): “Recall remedy failure and manufacturer coercion my certified pre-owned 2022 hyundai sonata limited has been held completely out of service at an authorized hyundai facility since june 2, 2026, due to severe fuel tank expansion under active nhtsa safety recall 25v-796 (hyundai campaign 286).the deal…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11744661 (filed 06/17/2026): “The vehicle’s fuel tank system failed catastrophically. the vehicle is currently grounded and has been inspected at the hyundai dealership service center where it was towed. my safety and the safety of everyone on the road was put at extreme risk due to a severe fire and explosion hazard. additional…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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