2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid vs 2021 Subaru Legacy
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 | 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | 2021 Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 53 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 48 | 440 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 47 | 27–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 25 | 5 |
| Engine | 21 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 6 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 2 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
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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.