2008 BMW 750LI vs 2008 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 | 2008 BMW 750LI | 2008 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 65 | 425 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 23 | 53 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,425 mi | 65,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 750LI | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 137 |
| Visibility | 0 | 67 |
| Engine | 5 | 48 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 32 |
| Power Train | 20 | 14 |
| Structure | 17 | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 30 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 79 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 21 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
| Overheating | 0 | 6 |
2008 BMW 750LI
2008 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.