2016 Hyundai Sonata Engine Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are engine problems on the 2016 Hyundai Sonata?
461 owners have reported engine problems on the 2016 Hyundai Sonata, 63% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 55,000–108,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
461 complaints 63% of all 2016 complaints 83,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (133 of 461). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.
Engine complaints by Sonata year
Related recalls
No recall covers engine problems on the 2016 Hyundai Sonata. See all 6 recalls for this year.
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Common questions
What are common 2016 Hyundai Sonata engine problems?
Complaints most often name the oil / lubrication, seals / gaskets and sump / tank.
At what mileage do 2016 Hyundai Sonata engine problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 55,000–108,000 miles. The middle value is about 83,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2016 Hyundai Sonata engine problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2016 Hyundai Sonata. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Sonata year has the most engine complaints?
The 2011 Sonata, with 1,011 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.