Wheel & Tire complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2022 | 4 | 4% | 1,000 miles |
| 2020 | 2 | 1% | 3,000 miles |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2018 | 4 | 1% | 28,000 miles |
| 2017 | 6 | 1% | 23,000 miles |
| 2016 | 5 | 1% | 125,000 miles |
| 2015 | 19 | 2% | 16,000 miles |
| 2014 | 7 | 1% | 27,000 miles |
| 2013 | 21 | 1% | 56,000 miles |
| 2012 | 35 | 2% | 32,000 miles |
| 2011 | 54 | 2% | 39,000 miles |
| 2010 | 7 | 2% | 33,000 miles |
| 2009 | 11 | 2% | 30,000 miles |
| 2008 | 9 | 2% | 23,000 miles |
| 2007 | 14 | 2% | 65,000 miles |
| 2006 | 18 | 2% | 100,000 miles |
| 2005 | 4 | 2% | 57,000 miles |
| 2004 | 15 | 7% | 126,000 miles |
| 2003 | 15 | 8% | 30,000 miles |
| 2002 | 20 | 6% | 92,000 miles |
| 2001 | 9 | 4% | 126,000 miles |
| 2000 | 11 | 4% | 122,000 miles |
| 1999 | 9 | 5% | 103,000 miles |
| 1997 | 1 | 2% | — |
| 1996 | 1 | 4% | — |
| 1995 | 4 | 6% | — |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata equipped with Pirelli tires, Tire Line: P Zero A/S, Tire Size: 245/40/R19, DOT Number: 93792K. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, he heard an abnormal noise. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he parked on the side of the road and noticed the tread on the driver's side rear tire had separated. The contact stated he contacted a towing company to replace the rear driver side tire with the spare tire. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The contact attempted to call the manufacturer but was unable to speak to a representative. The failure mileage was approximately 500.
The rear sets (left rear, and right rear) of wheel bearing and hub assemble for a new SONATA is really a terrible-quality parts. It deformed at a few thousand miles since delivery as a new car (i.e. I found it at 2400 miles, so it starts to deform and going bad earlier than 2400miles). As results, the two rear wheel and tires cannot go straightforward, rear wheels and tires are yawing during normal driving. And I am feeling jumping, shaking due to imbalance nature of wheel bearing, hub assembly and wheel tires. It is really dangerous, as wheel and tire could be falling off on highway. I don't know what kind of materials are being used for a new hyundai sonata. Please
The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Sonata equipped with Hankook Tires, Tire Line: Kinergy ST, Tire Size: 205/65/R16, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that three of the four tires had failed. While the vehicle was in for a Vehicle State Inspection, it was discovered that the rear passenger's side tire was deformed and wobbly which cause the vehicle to fail the inspection. Additionally, while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle started shaking violently. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and stopped the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the rear driver's side tire had experienced a blowout. Additionally, the third tire was discovered to be deformed. The cause of the failure was not determined. The tire dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 28,000.
the Kumho 205/65 R16 treads are losing chucks of rubber on 3 tires with just under 17000 miles as of this date 7/24/23 and under 6 years old. ( their warranty states 60K or 6 yrs) Kumho will not warrant the tires in any way shape or form. Have tried to get some help from them since Jan of this year (2023) with no results. Also the service dept at the dealership tried to get me help but was not successful. Even after taking many pictures and information and sending them to Kumho. No help.
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Sonata equip with Kumo Solus 215 55 R17 tires. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the front end of the vehicle would shake and vibrate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who discovered the steel belt were exposed on the front driver side tire. The tire was replaced and the problem was remedied. The same failure had later occurred on the front passenger side tire. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 23,000. Tires are under warranty.
Tire blew out at low speed near residential area on the tire sidewall in a square shape approximately 3inches wide and 3inches long on each side. The blown out square area is still attached from the outer tire area like an open flap. The sidewall failed four inches in from the outer edge and ripped open. These was an Arizonian Silver Edition, all-season tire with the markings of M+5 205 / 65R16 95H and DOT U93P XYT 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata equipped with GT Radial tire, Tire Line: Champiro Touring, Tire Size: 205/65/R16, DOT Number: Y9BCCRHX. The contact stated when she approached the vehicle in the morning, the front driver's side tire was flat. The contact stated she called roadside assistance who replaced the tire with the spear tire. The contact took the vehicle to the tire shop and the contact was informed that there was no failure found with the front driver's or passenger's side tires. The contact continued to experience the failure. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16T017000 (Tires); however, the VIN was not included. The contact attempted to call the manufacturer but has not been able to speak with a representative. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH and making a turn into a parking lot, the steering wheel seized, and the vehicle came to a stop. The contact was able to push the vehicle to a parking space with assistance. The vehicle was then pushed on to a tow truck and was towed to a Cadillac dealer but was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed to Goose Auto Repair, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front driver's side wheel hub had fractured, causing the wheel to separate from the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed; however, no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.
Related recalls (1)
Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a traction control system (TCS), if the t125/70d-15 compact spare tire is installed on a front wheel position, the TCS May inadvertently activate beginning at speeds of 20 MPH.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the spare tire with a new larger diameter t125/80r-15 compact spare tire and a new tire pressure label will be installed on the driver's door to provide information applicable to the t125/80r-15…
NHTSA investigations
Tire valve stem failures
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened a preliminary evaluation (pe), pe05-059, based on nine consumer complaints of tire valve stem failures.the alleged valve stem failures occurred only after tire replacement from the original equipment (oe) tire (Michelin 205/65r15 energy mxv4 plus) to a non-oe? Aftermarket tire.ninety-eight percent of the aftermarket tires alleged to be associated with the tire valve…
Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Sonata years have wheel & tire problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2011 (54), 2012 (35), 2013 (21), 2002 (20) and 2015 (19) model years. Wheel & Tire complaints make up 2% of all complaints for the 2011.
Is there a recall for Hyundai Sonata wheel & tire problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 03V-097 (temporary/emergency spare tire, Mar 17, 2003). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Hyundai Sonata wheel & tire problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 57,000 miles; 56% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the pressure monitoring and regulating systems (23 mentions), followed by the hub (16).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.