2016 Hyundai Tucson vs 2016 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 | 2016 Hyundai Tucson | 2016 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,615 | 1,241 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 167 | 274 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 24 | 49 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 32,874 mi | 68,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tucson | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 422 | 690 |
| Power Train | 516 | 122 |
| Structure | 227 | 107 |
| Electrical System | 213 | 106 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 111 | 62 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 157 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 55 | 53 |
| Steering | 22 | 80 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 181 | 0 |
| Stalling | 143 | 117 |
| Check engine light | 80 | 133 |
| Oil consumption | 78 | 91 |
| Vibration / shaking | 77 | 28 |
| Loss of power | 61 | 81 |
| Clunking / rattling | 46 | 59 |
| Overheating | 27 | 71 |
2016 Hyundai Tucson
2016 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.