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RecallGazette

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2014 Ford Fiesta vs 2014 Hyundai Genesis

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.

Metric2014 Ford Fiesta2014 Hyundai Genesis
NHTSA complaints50222
Recall campaigns70
Service bulletins (TSBs)10847
Investigations30
Crash reports234
Fire reports80
NCAP overall rating4/5
EPA MPG (combined)3019–22
Median reported incident mileage42,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord FiestaHyundai Genesis
Power Train2080
Engine836
Structure540
Electrical System454
Fuel/propulsion System302
Latches/locks/linkages300
Vehicle Speed Control255
Air Bags182

Symptoms owners describe

Vibration / shaking780
Stalling620
Hesitation / surging480
Overheating240
Shifting problems140
Check engine light130
Loss of power110
Clunking / rattling110

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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.