2013 Ford Escape vs 2013 Kia Sportage
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 | 2013 Ford Escape | 2013 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 2,742 | 380 |
| Recall campaigns | 18 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 155 | 167 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 49 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 89 | 22 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,069 mi | 99,200 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1,263 | 300 |
| Power Train | 399 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 339 | 22 |
| Steering | 302 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 246 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 174 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 92 | 4 |
| Structure | 86 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 602 | 70 |
| Overheating | 496 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 281 | 49 |
| Loss of power | 132 | 28 |
| Hesitation / surging | 117 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 67 | 10 |
| Steering problems | 58 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 42 | 0 |
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Kia Sportage
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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.