2009 Hyundai Sonata vs 2009 Pontiac G8
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 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Pontiac G8 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 460 | 144 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 61 | 997 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 15–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 68,783 mi | 50,825 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Pontiac G8 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 30 | 69 |
| Electrical System | 61 | 20 |
| Service Brakes | 64 | 6 |
| Engine | 56 | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 51 | 6 |
| Power Train | 41 | 9 |
| Suspension | 25 | 20 |
| Structure | 40 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 36 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 26 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 24 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 11 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 21 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
2009 Hyundai Sonata
2009 Pontiac G8
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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.