2013 Hyundai Sonata vs 2013 Lincoln MKS
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 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Lincoln MKS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,900 | 141 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 179 | 55 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 93 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 97 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–37 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 72,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Lincoln MKS |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 728 | 22 |
| Steering | 340 | 60 |
| Electrical System | 260 | 25 |
| Exterior Lighting | 197 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 133 | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 141 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 101 | 2 |
| Power Train | 94 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 196 | 17 |
| Clunking / rattling | 154 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 130 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 73 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 57 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 45 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 37 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 24 | 0 |
2013 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.