2009 Dodge Charger vs 2009 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 | 2009 Dodge Charger | 2009 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 174 | 460 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 31 | 61 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–21 | 22–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 71,251 mi | 68,783 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Charger | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 45 | 61 |
| Engine | 32 | 56 |
| Air Bags | 45 | 30 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 64 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 51 |
| Power Train | 6 | 41 |
| Steering | 18 | 26 |
| Structure | 4 | 40 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 36 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 24 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 26 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
2009 Dodge Charger
2009 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.