2008 Kia Sorento vs 2009 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 | 2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 217 | 55 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 16 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,150 mi | 45,225 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 66 | 21 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 44 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 14 |
| Engine | 35 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 28 | 6 |
| Power Train | 23 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 13 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 40 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 31 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 26 | 5 |
| Stalling | 7 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2008 Kia Sorento
2009 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.