2010 Hyundai Sonata vs 2010 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 | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 345 | 46 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 50 | 319 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,000 mi | 24,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 164 | 1 |
| Engine | 29 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 1 |
| Steering | 15 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 13 |
| Power Train | 21 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 0 |
2010 Hyundai Sonata
2010 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.