2006 Hyundai Sonata vs 2006 Toyota Avalon
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 | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,047 | 359 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 87 | 205 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 43 | 54 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,750 mi | 47,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 435 | 27 |
| Visibility | 156 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 39 | 103 |
| Seat Belts | 102 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 86 | 15 |
| Suspension | 86 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 30 | 57 |
| Power Train | 22 | 52 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 303 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 66 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 32 | 12 |
| Stalling | 29 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 15 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 46 |
2006 Hyundai Sonata
2006 Toyota Avalon
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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.