2003 Hyundai Sonata vs 2005 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 | 2003 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 199 | 165 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 47 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,654 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 43 | 55 |
| Structure | 38 | 30 |
| Suspension | 15 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 19 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 17 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 6 |
| Power Train | 10 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 28 | 42 |
| Airbag warning light | 27 | 30 |
| Stalling | 9 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2003 Hyundai Sonata
2005 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.