2008 Hyundai Sonata vs 2008 Toyota Avalon
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 | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 425 | 349 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 53 | 267 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 22 |
| Median reported mileage | 65,250 mi | 53,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 20 | 209 |
| Air Bags | 137 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 44 |
| Visibility | 67 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 45 |
| Engine | 48 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 30 | 10 |
| Structure | 15 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 79 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 21 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 5 |
| Stalling | 12 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 9 |
| Overheating | 6 | 7 |
2008 Hyundai Sonata
2008 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.