2013 Ford Taurus vs 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Taurus | 2013 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 581 | 1,900 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 94 | 179 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 93 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 97 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 26–37 |
| Median reported mileage | 85,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Taurus | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 69 | 728 |
| Steering | 293 | 340 |
| Electrical System | 57 | 260 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 96 | 133 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 197 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 141 |
| Power Train | 44 | 94 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 101 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 63 | 0 |
| Stalling | 61 | 196 |
| Loss of power | 59 | 73 |
| Check engine light | 20 | 130 |
| Won’t start | 14 | 24 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 57 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 45 |
2013 Ford Taurus
2013 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.