2006 Kia Sorento vs 2008 Kia Sorento
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Kia Sorento | 2008 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 242 | 217 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 18 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 60,150 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 67 | 35 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 32 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 66 |
| Exterior Lighting | 56 | 13 |
| Power Train | 35 | 23 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 44 |
| Steering | 33 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 28 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 28 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 16 | 26 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 40 |
| Steering problems | 10 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 31 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 5 |
2006 Kia Sorento
2008 Kia Sorento
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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.