2013 Kia Sorento vs 2015 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 | 2013 Kia Sorento | 2015 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 979 | 746 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 228 | 202 |
| Investigations | 8 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 44 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 496 | 359 |
| Structure | 89 | 99 |
| Electrical System | 116 | 57 |
| Exterior Lighting | 70 | 90 |
| Power Train | 69 | 42 |
| Air Bags | 60 | 29 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 54 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 34 | 28 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 136 | 88 |
| Check engine light | 75 | 74 |
| Clunking / rattling | 53 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 46 | 38 |
| Rust / corrosion | 39 | 47 |
| Vibration / shaking | 38 | 26 |
| Airbag warning light | 34 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 18 | 18 |
2013 Kia Sorento
2015 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.