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2018 Chrysler 300 vs 2018 Hyundai Sonata

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2018 Chrysler 3002018 Hyundai Sonata
NHTSA complaints153372
Recall campaigns41
Service bulletins (TSBs)225205
Investigations02
Crash reports618
Fire reports013
NCAP overall rating4/55/5
EPA MPG (combined)19–2326–41
Median reported incident mileage21,078 mi27,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChrysler 300Hyundai Sonata
Engine5210
Electrical System6960
Power Train1740
Fuel/propulsion System331
Exterior Lighting922
Structure716
Vehicle Speed Control219
Air Bags144

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling539
Oil consumption068
Check engine light060
Loss of power031
Vibration / shaking021
Hesitation / surging017
Misfire / rough idle016
Electrical failures013

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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.