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5NPE24AF8FH••••••2015 Hyundai SONATA
This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2015 Hyundai SONATA build (32 vs 14).
32on this build
1085on the model
75builds in total
2involved a fire
Most reportedEngine 22Power Train 6Fuel/propulsion System 3Exterior Lighting 2
What owners of this build wrote
EnginefireJan 2023
Engine caught fire from unknown means
StructurefireNov 2020
Vehicle caught fire while parked and unoccupied. It seems as though the fire could have originated at the base of the driver's seat, causing damage to the interior of the vehicle and body
Engine And Engine CoolingMay 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle skipped and failed to exceed 35 MPH. The contact received notification of Hyundai Service Campaign Number: 9C2 (ECU SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR THETA II EMISSIONS IMPROVEMENT), and…
Power TrainFeb 2026
Component/System Failed: Engine – connecting rod bearing failure consistent with Hyundai Theta II engine defect subject to federal recalls and Consent Orders. The vehicle previously received Recall Campaign 953 (KSDS software update), intended to detect premature rod bearing…
Unknown Or OtherOct 2025
On the highway, my 2015 Hyundai Sonata suddenly began making a squealing or metallic rattling noise. At first, I thought it might have been something loose inside the vehicle. Within moments, the check engine light began blinking, followed by several additional warning lights…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5NPE24AF8FH186795 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.