2012 Hyundai Sonata vs 2013 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 | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,556 | 1,900 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 177 | 179 |
| Investigations | 7 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 51 | 93 |
| Fire reports | 95 | 97 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–36 | 26–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,800 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 567 | 728 |
| Steering | 301 | 340 |
| Electrical System | 234 | 260 |
| Exterior Lighting | 141 | 197 |
| Service Brakes | 151 | 141 |
| Air Bags | 169 | 101 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 99 | 133 |
| Power Train | 97 | 94 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 169 | 196 |
| Clunking / rattling | 143 | 154 |
| Check engine light | 102 | 130 |
| Loss of power | 71 | 73 |
| Vibration / shaking | 65 | 57 |
| Airbag warning light | 61 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 48 | 45 |
| Electrical failures | 20 | 0 |
2012 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.