2000 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer | 2000 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 952 | 304 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 266 | 13 |
| Investigations | 4 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 101 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 64 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,939 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 217 | 6 |
| Power Train | 133 | 41 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 90 | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 113 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 78 | 32 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 56 | 48 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 75 |
| Suspension | 62 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 52 | 24 |
| Vibration / shaking | 37 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 24 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 19 | 60 |
| Clunking / rattling | 16 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 5 |
| Shifting problems | 11 | 0 |
2000 Ford Explorer
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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.