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P0300 on HYUNDAI SONATA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2014, 2015, 2016

What P0300 Means on Your HYUNDAI SONATA

Real HYUNDAI SONATA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Check engine light came on with a odb code of P0300. engine started to run rough and mileage dropped substantially. Upon arrival to my home due to safety issues I turned off car and and let it cool."

— 2014 HYUNDAI SONATA owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 01/20/2025

"Our 2015 Sonata has experiencing Engine failure several times due to excessive and irregular oil consumption."

— 2015 HYUNDAI SONATA owner • POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE • Filed 01/22/2025

"I changed out every cylinder, axel, within 6 months and now on March 22, 2023, they said I needed a new engine. P0300, P0303 MISFIRE. They said the car misfired. I thought that's why they changed all the cylinders. WHY DID THIS HAPPEN? My car has been parked in the garage."

— 2016 HYUNDAI SONATA owner • ENGINE • Filed 03/09/2023

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0300 on HYUNDAI SONATA

33.3%
33.3%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2014
1
2015
1
2016
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

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  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0300 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026