2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2011 Kia Sorento
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 | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 781 | 1,516 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,765 | 202 |
| Investigations | 3 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 30 | 42 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 61 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 82,796 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 386 | 284 |
| Power Train | 145 | 265 |
| Electrical System | 74 | 246 |
| Structure | 15 | 268 |
| Air Bags | 52 | 182 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 50 | 63 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 102 |
| Steering | 43 | 53 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 140 | 109 |
| Oil consumption | 112 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 98 | 64 |
| Loss of power | 42 | 43 |
| Clunking / rattling | 36 | 59 |
| Hesitation / surging | 28 | 42 |
| Vibration / shaking | 28 | 22 |
| Airbag warning light | 18 | 113 |
2011 Chevrolet Equinox
2011 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.