1993 Ford Thunderbird vs 1993 Hyundai Sonata
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1993 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 423 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 73 | 14 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 171 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 119 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 29 | 2 |
| Power Train | 12 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 | 0 |
| Visibility | 14 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 27 | 0 |
| Stalling | 14 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
1993 Ford Thunderbird
1993 Hyundai Sonata
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.