2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 266 | 979 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 228 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 18 | 44 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,500 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tucson | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 156 | 496 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 116 |
| Structure | 6 | 89 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 31 | 54 |
| Power Train | 16 | 69 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 60 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 70 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 31 | 136 |
| Clunking / rattling | 22 | 53 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 75 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 46 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 38 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 39 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 34 |
2013 Hyundai Tucson
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.