2021 Honda Accord Hybrid vs 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
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 | 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid | 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 47 | 53 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 48 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 48 | 47 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord Hybrid | Hyundai Sonata Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | 25 |
| Engine | 10 | 21 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 12 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 10 |
2021 Honda Accord Hybrid
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
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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.