2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 608 | 1,516 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,459 | 202 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 42 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 61 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,046 mi | 82,796 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 204 | 284 |
| Power Train | 79 | 265 |
| Electrical System | 67 | 246 |
| Structure | 21 | 268 |
| Air Bags | 43 | 182 |
| Steering | 165 | 53 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 103 | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 58 | 63 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 59 | 43 |
| Check engine light | 45 | 64 |
| Stalling | 29 | 109 |
| Steering problems | 27 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 22 |
| Overheating | 12 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 113 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 59 |
2011 Chevrolet Traverse
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.