2000 Hyundai Sonata Reliability
The 2000 Hyundai Sonata has 278 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about body structure and suspension. Compared with nearby Sonata model years (1998–2002), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Sonata's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
278
NHTSA owner complaints
4
Recall campaigns
20
Complaints citing a crash
9
Complaints citing a fire
2000 Hyundai Sonata complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 model year, filed between 2000 and 2022. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Body structure | 110 | 40% |
| Suspension | 64 | 23% |
| Air bags | 42 | 15% |
| Electrical system | 36 | 13% |
| Engine & cooling | 31 | 11% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 19 | 7% |
| Service brakes | 12 | 4% |
| Steering | 8 | 3% |
2000 Hyundai Sonata recalls
4 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2000 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00V259001 | Sep 11, 2000 | Electrical system — wiring | Vehicle description: some Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5 liter v-6 engines and all elantra model vehicles may have experienced intermittent low-speed engine stalling, which could occur if the maf (mass air flow) sensor electrical signal is interrupted as a… |
| 01V347000 | Nov 6, 2001 | Air bags | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The supplemental restraint system (srs) air bag warning light could illuminate due to motion of the side impact air bag wiring harness and side impact air bag wiring harness connector that mount to the adjustable seat… |
| 02V105000 | Apr 9, 2002 | Air bags — side/window | On certain passenger vehicles, an intermittent condition that leads to the supplemental restraint system (srs) air bag warning light illumination could result from motion of the side impact air bag wiring harness and side impact air bag wiring harness… |
| 09V124000 | Apr 16, 2009 | Suspension | Hyundai is recalling 188,282 my 2001-2004 Sonata and my 2001-2004 xg300 and xg350 vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota,… |
How the 2000 compares with nearby Sonata years
Verdicts come from CarWhere's year-by-year Sonata analysis where it covers the year, otherwise from the years shown here.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 50 | 1 | Powertrain / transmission | Better year |
| 1999 | 170 | 4 | Body structure | Solid |
| 2000 (this page) | 278 | 4 | Body structure | Solid |
| 2001 | 219 | 3 | Body structure | Solid |
| 2002 | 326 | 7 | Body structure | Caution |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2000 Hyundai Sonata
- Body: look under the car for rust or damaged subframe and rocker areas, and check panel gaps for signs of repair.
- Suspension: listen for clunks over bumps, look for leaking struts and uneven tire wear.
- Air bags: make sure the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that any air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 4 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2000 Hyundai Sonata reliability FAQ
Is the 2000 Hyundai Sonata reliable?
The 2000 Hyundai Sonata has 278 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about body structure and suspension. Compared with nearby Sonata model years (1998–2002), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Sonata's typical year.
What are the most common 2000 Hyundai Sonata problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2000 Hyundai Sonata are body structure (110), suspension (64), air bags (42), electrical system (36). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2000 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2000 Hyundai Sonata, including 00V259001 (electrical system — wiring) and 01V347000 (air bags). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2000 Hyundai Sonata compare with the 1999 and 2001 models?
By NHTSA records, the 1999 has 170 complaints and 4 recalls (solid); the 2001 has 219 complaints and 3 recalls (solid). The 2000 has 278 complaints and 4 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2000 Hyundai Sonata?
Run its VIN. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015, with a free preview first and the full report at $12.99, one time. Pair it with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2000 Sonata, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.