1998 Hyundai Sonata vs 2000 Hyundai Sonata
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 2000 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 49 | 276 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 36 | 87 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 105,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 2 | 109 |
| Suspension | 0 | 64 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 43 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 37 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 31 |
| Power Train | 12 | 19 |
| Visibility | 9 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 102 |
| Stalling | 0 | 26 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 20 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
1998 Hyundai Sonata
2000 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.