Sell your 2004 Hyundai Sonata for cash

The 2004 Hyundai Sonata is a midsize car that came with a choice of 2.4L 4-cyl and 2.7L 6-cyl engines. At 22 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2004 Hyundai Sonata at a glance

Body styleMidsize Cars
Engines2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy17–20 city / 25–28 highway / 20–23 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,900–$3,350 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂386–444 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA4 configurations
Age22 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 22 years old, most of a 2004 Sonata's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a midsize car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Sonata. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the suspension, typically around 106,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2004 Hyundai Sonata recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2004 Hyundai Sonata. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

SuspensionApr 2009 · NHTSA campaign 09V124000

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, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island…

Risk: If that happens, the vehicle may lose drive power to the wheels, and the front wheel may make contact with the fender or wheel well, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Common 2004 Sonata problems

Owners have filed 202 complaints about the 2004 Hyundai Sonata with NHTSA. 22 reports involved a crash and 2 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 32 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Suspension53
  • Air Bags43
  • Structure22
  • Electrical System14
  • Steering13
  • Structure13

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Suspension106,000 mi
  • Air Bags84,000 mi
  • Structure98,000 mi
  • Electrical System100,000 mi
  • Steering133,000 mi
  • Structure102,000 mi

2004 Hyundai Sonata service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 54 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2004 Hyundai Sonata. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Service Brakes7
  • Engine and Engine Cooling5
  • Power Train5
  • Electrical System4
  • Equipment3
  • Equipment Adaptive/Mobility3

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 2026 · 26-EM-016H TSB

    Some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning pr

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 2026 · 26-EM-015H TSB

    Certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin provides the inspection and repair proce

  • OtherApr 2026 · DTN DCS

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured

  • OtherApr 2026 · DTN DL

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver's-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin P

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2004 Hyundai Sonata.

StructureEA08016 · opened Aug 2008, closed Apr 2009Led to recall 09V124000

Front sub-frame corrosion

In a letter dated april 14, 2009, Hyundai-kia america technical center, inc (Hyundai) notified NHTSA that hyundaiis conducting a safety recall of model year (my) 1999 through 2004 Hyundai Sonata vehicles manufactured prior to november 20, 2003 that are registered and operated in the following salt belt states and the d

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Selling a 2004 Sonata: questions

How much is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2004 Sonata that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2004 Sonatas that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2004 Sonata with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Hyundai Sonata; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2004 Sonata?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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