2012 Ford Expedition vs 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Expedition | 2012 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 116 | 876 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 64 | 233 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 76 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 86,500 mi | 92,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 461 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 127 |
| Power Train | 64 | 55 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 79 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 68 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 60 |
| Structure | 15 | 35 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 10 | 81 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 15 |
| Stalling | 6 | 142 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 39 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 54 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 48 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 29 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 18 |
2012 Ford Expedition
2012 Kia Sorento
Compare all Ford Expedition vs Kia Sorento years →
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.