2008 Ford Taurus vs 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Taurus | 2008 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 175 | 425 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 17 | 53 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,000 mi | 65,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Taurus | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 15 | 137 |
| Visibility | 2 | 67 |
| Engine | 20 | 48 |
| Power Train | 44 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 32 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 32 |
| Steering | 35 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 13 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 9 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 79 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 21 |
2008 Ford Taurus
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.