2000 Ford Expedition vs 2000 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 | 2000 Ford Expedition | 2000 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 890 | 304 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 206 | 13 |
| Investigations | 5 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 55 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 199 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–15 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 91,000 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 214 | 32 |
| Tires | 172 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 116 | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 124 | 6 |
| Visibility | 67 | 23 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 | 75 |
| Suspension | 63 | 23 |
| Power Train | 42 | 41 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 46 | 24 |
| Rust / corrosion | 33 | 60 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 6 |
| Water leaks | 17 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 16 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
2000 Ford Expedition
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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.