2012 Ford Taurus vs 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Taurus | 2012 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 78 | 1,556 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 53 | 177 |
| Investigations | 0 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 95 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 26–36 |
| Median reported mileage | 50,500 mi | 82,800 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Taurus | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 567 |
| Steering | 16 | 301 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 234 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 169 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 151 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 141 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 99 |
| Power Train | 2 | 97 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 169 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 71 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 143 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 102 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 65 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 61 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 48 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 20 |
2012 Ford Taurus
2012 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.