2007 Hyundai Sonata vs 2008 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 | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 696 | 425 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 58 | 53 |
| Investigations | 5 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 30 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 22–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 65,000 mi | 65,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 257 | 137 |
| Visibility | 107 | 67 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 62 | 30 |
| Engine | 41 | 48 |
| Electrical System | 51 | 32 |
| Seat Belts | 60 | 19 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 49 | 30 |
| Visibility/wiper | 34 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 172 | 79 |
| Rust / corrosion | 27 | 21 |
| Brake problems | 12 | 8 |
| Stalling | 9 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
2007 Hyundai Sonata
2008 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.