2011 Buick Enclave vs 2011 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 | 2011 Buick Enclave | 2011 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 211 | 1,516 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,474 | 202 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 42 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 61 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,000 mi | 82,796 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 284 |
| Power Train | 38 | 265 |
| Structure | 25 | 268 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 246 |
| Air Bags | 38 | 182 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 102 |
| Steering | 41 | 53 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 72 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 13 | 113 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 43 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 64 |
| Steering problems | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 22 |
| Stalling | 5 | 109 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 59 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 42 |
2011 Buick Enclave
2011 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.