2006 Hyundai Sonata vs 2006 Lincoln Town Car
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 | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,047 | 143 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 87 | 23 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 43 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,750 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Lincoln Town Car |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 435 | 58 |
| Visibility | 156 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 102 | 35 |
| Electrical System | 86 | 6 |
| Suspension | 86 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 39 | 26 |
| Service Brakes | 51 | 12 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 57 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 303 | 37 |
| Rust / corrosion | 66 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 32 | 0 |
| Stalling | 29 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 6 |
2006 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.