1998 Ford Taurus vs 1998 Hyundai Sonata
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 | 1998 Ford Taurus | 1998 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 545 | 49 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 191 | 36 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 61 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 88,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Taurus | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 111 | 0 |
| Power Train | 69 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 74 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 62 | 4 |
| Suspension | 59 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 39 | 6 |
| Steering | 40 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 19 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 19 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
1998 Ford Taurus
1998 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.