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2006 Hyundai Sonata vs 2006 Kia Amanti

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.

Metric2006 Hyundai Sonata2006 Kia Amanti
NHTSA complaints1,04747
Recall campaigns90
Service bulletins (TSBs)8713
Investigations50
Crash reports436
Fire reports90
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–2518
Median reported mileage71,750 mi36,965 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai SonataKia Amanti
Air Bags4355
Visibility1560
Seat Belts1020
Electrical System865
Suspension863
Electronic Stability Control (esc)572
Service Brakes510
Vehicle Speed Control3911

Symptoms owners describe

Airbag warning light3030
Rust / corrosion660
Check engine light320
Stalling296
Clunking / rattling150
Vibration / shaking120
Brake problems90
Hesitation / surging713

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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.