2011 Ford Taurus 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.
| Metric | 2011 Ford Taurus | 2011 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 187 | 3,371 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 227 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 116 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 112 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 26–36 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,000 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Taurus | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 25 | 1,169 |
| Engine | 40 | 964 |
| Electrical System | 47 | 440 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 418 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 246 |
| Power Train | 18 | 173 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 145 |
| Suspension | 6 | 148 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 360 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 132 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 102 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 230 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
2011 Ford Taurus
2011 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.