2014 Hyundai Equus vs 2014 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 | 2014 Hyundai Equus | 2014 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 742 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 57 | 178 |
| Investigations | 1 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 39 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 24–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 74,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Equus | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 299 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 135 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 119 |
| Steering | 3 | 65 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 57 |
| Power Train | 2 | 54 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 49 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 38 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 90 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 64 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 43 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 41 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 17 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 17 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 16 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 16 |
2014 Hyundai Equus
2014 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.