2003 Hyundai Sonata vs 2003 Toyota Camry
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 | 2003 Hyundai Sonata | 2003 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 199 | 780 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 157 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 228 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,654 mi | 51,545 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 259 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 112 |
| Air Bags | 43 | 72 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 91 |
| Structure | 38 | 29 |
| Steering | 9 | 53 |
| Engine | 3 | 52 |
| Power Train | 10 | 40 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 28 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 27 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 29 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 17 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 72 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 26 |
| Overheating | 0 | 25 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 18 |
2003 Hyundai Sonata
2003 Toyota Camry
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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.