2013 Honda Pilot vs 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Pilot | 2013 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 270 | 979 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 228 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 44 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 41,500 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Pilot | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 78 | 496 |
| Structure | 47 | 89 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 116 |
| Power Train | 54 | 69 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 60 |
| Service Brakes | 40 | 35 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 70 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 54 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 76 | 38 |
| Check engine light | 21 | 75 |
| Hesitation / surging | 20 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 19 | 39 |
| Stalling | 15 | 136 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 12 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 53 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 46 |
2013 Honda Pilot
2013 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.