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2005 Hyundai Sonata Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 165 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Hyundai Sonata, most often about the air bags (33% of complaints, typically around 68,500 miles). It is 20th of 27 Sonata model years by number of complaints and has 1 recall.
Most common 2005 Hyundai Sonata problems
Air bags
55 complaints · 33%Half of these problems showed up before 68,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the air bag light illuminated while driving 2 MPH. The light continued to illuminate intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the air bag light was reset. The failure recurred a few months later. The vehicle was taken back to…
I bought the Hyundai Sonata 2005 gle from colonial Hyundai of downigtwon pa. It was a used car with power train warranty given by the dealer. The car had approximately 73,000 miles at the time of purchase. Soon after I purchased the car the airbags lights started showing up. I went to the dealership and got it fixed…
Body and structure
30 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 105,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The drivers door handle has a chrome cover on it, that at one point was glued tight to the handle, but now due to wear and tear, the edge of the plastic chrome piece is exposed and it your not paying attention and slide your hand across it when opening the door, it can result in a cut.gash in someone's hand. (injury)…
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Sonata. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for routine maintenance, the technician informed the contact that the subframe was rusted. The vehicle was then taken to suntrup Hyundai wentzville (971 wilmer rd, wentzville, mo 63385, ([phone]) where it was confirmed that the…
Suspension
26 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 129,000 miles. Parts named most often: front.
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while having a state inspection performed, the inspector informed the contact that the sub-frame was completely rusted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 09v124000 (suspension) however, the VIN was not included.…
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle rode over a pothole which caused a fracture in the subframe. The contact had taken the vehicle to several independent mechanics and was informed that the failure was caused by severe salt corrosion.…
Electrical
19 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 69,000 miles. Parts named most often: wiring, horn, ignition, software.
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the wiring to the passenger seat was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the problem…
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Sonata. The contact was informed that the brake lights were illuminated without the brake pedal being depressed. The contact stated that the battery had to be disconnected in order for the brake lights to turn off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made…
Lights
17 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: brake lights, headlights.
I have replaced passenger side headlights twice in the past six months. Now both brake lights not working. The fuse is fine and the bulbs are fine. I found recall on other models of sonatas for this specific problem of brake lights but Hyundai says that my car is not part of the recall. They say that my VIN number was…
1)no changes or events that lead to this concern. 2)headlights continue to go out. It usually starts with the passenger side and then onto the drivers side. I have to replace the headlight bulbs every month if not more. 3)these bulbs are purchased brand new. Dealer states no recall. I replaced the blown passenger bulb…
Brakes
12 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 40,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components.
At approximately 40,000 miles, the rear brake disintegrated due to dragging and I was informed it was my driving. Only one rear brake malfunctioned in this way, however all rotors had to be "turned down" and new brakes were installed all around even though all other 3 pads were like new. At 72,000 the front brake did…
I had come to a complete stop attempting to merge into traffic, as I pressed on accelerator, I felt it go down under my foot, thus hiting the right rear bumper of the car in front of me.this was the first time. The second time happened in january. 2012. I was turning into my parking spot, and I had softly braked. And…
Engine
11 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 51,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system.
While driving in a heavy rain the engine begin missing and slowing down. Because of the rain traffic was running at about 25 MPH. The engine shut off and I drifted onto the shoulder of the highway (I 95). After a few attempts the engine restarted , but was still missing badly I could only get to approx. 20mph. Each…
: the contact stated while traveling at high speeds or coming to a stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. Each time the vehicle was restarted, it stalled again after it was slowed down to 10 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer who performed diagnostic testing which identified cause code #15 and…
Steering
6 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: linkages, steering wheel/handle bar, rack and pinion.
Tl contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel became stiff. The contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. When the vehicle was restarted, the steering operated normally. There were no warning indicator lights present. The dealer was unable to duplicate and diagnose the cause of…
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated was driving 50 MPH and lost steering ability. The contact was unable to turn the vehicle left or right. The vehicle was brought to a complete stop and was towed to the a personal mechanic. The mechanic replaced the rack and pinion. The manufacturer was…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Hyundai Sonata recalls
Lights: exterior lighting
Risk: Any of these malfunctions could lead to a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on september 2, 2009. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico customer service at 1-787-999-4310.
Full defect summary
Hyundai is recalling 3,011 model year 2005-2007 elantra, tucson, sonata, azera and accent vehicles. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A defective stop lamp switch may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission would not be able to be shift out of the "park" position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2005 Hyundai Sonata
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Hyundai Sonata?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (55 complaints, typically around 68,500 miles); body and structure (30 complaints, typically around 105,000 miles); suspension (26 complaints, typically around 129,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Hyundai Sonata have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 21, 2009 (lights). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Hyundai Sonata?
- It is 20th of 27 Sonata model years by number of complaints, with 165 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.