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2011 Chrysler 300 vs 2011 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.

Metric2011 Chrysler 3002011 Hyundai Sonata
NHTSA complaints2003,371
Recall campaigns714
Service bulletins (TSBs)177227
Investigations18
Crash reports7116
Fire reports9112
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)18–2126–36
Median reported incident mileage51,250 mi79,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChrysler 300Hyundai Sonata
Steering71,169
Engine18964
Electrical System119440
Air Bags27418
Exterior Lighting7246
Power Train6173
Service Brakes16145
Suspension3148

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling34360
Check engine light11132
Loss of power9102
Hesitation / surging70
Clunking / rattling0373
Vibration / shaking0230
Airbag warning light0184
Won’t start074

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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.