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1990 Hyundai Sonata

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 1990 Hyundai Sonata. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 24% of complaints. Next are electrical system (16%) and seat belts (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
25 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Transmission 24% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
18 to 21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 1990 Hyundai Sonata. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 24% of complaints. Next are electrical system (16%) and seat belts (12%).

  • Transmission 24%
  • Electrical system 16%
  • Seat belts 12%
  • Wipers, windshield & visibility 12%
  • Brakes 8%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1990 Hyundai Sonata

Recalls

The 1990 Hyundai Sonata is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 1990 Hyundai Sonata

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 3 versions of the 1990 Hyundai Sonata. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 26 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Sonata