1987 Hyundai Sonata recalls & complaints
4 owner complaints on file. Recall list must be checked by VIN (see below).
0recalls
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0stop-driving
4complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-20. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
Recalls: check by VIN
NHTSA files recalls for the Hyundai Sonata under individual trim or body names rather than "Sonata", so we can't match them automatically. Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the definitive list. The owner complaints below are matched correctly.
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
4complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths
Most complained-about parts: Steering (2), Engine (1), Body / structure (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (4)
07/16/1997 · Engine
MOTOR MOUNT BROKE.
07/16/1997 · Steering
RACK AND PINION LEAKS.
07/16/1997 · Steering
UPPER TIE BAR BENT.
07/16/1997 · Body / structure
CROSS MEMBER BENT AND POORLY WELDED.