2008 Jeep Wrangler vs 2008 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 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 873 | 98 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 95 | 24 |
| Investigations | 8 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 25 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,000 mi | 82,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 309 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 178 | 27 |
| Steering | 156 | 1 |
| Suspension | 108 | 2 |
| Power Train | 67 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 71 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 69 | 1 |
| Engine | 37 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 183 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 123 | 0 |
| Stalling | 30 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 19 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
2008 Jeep Wrangler
2008 Kia Sportage
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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.