NHTSA Concerned About Rust Forming at Front Suspension Mounting Points/Frame/Sub-frame on Hyundai Sonata

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · Feb 21, 2026

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

Concerned about safety, the NHTSA is investigating reports of rust forming at the front suspension mounting points, the frame, and the sub-frame. Some of these vehicles may have been recalled for this issue. For more information, please click here»

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Hyundai Sonata vehicles with this problem

7 model years affected

Average mileage: 109,939 miles

(21,000 - 200,000)

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