2011 Honda Pilot vs 2011 Kia Sorento
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Honda Pilot | 2011 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 293 | 1,517 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 77 | 202 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 42 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 61 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,113 mi | 82,796 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Pilot | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 284 |
| Structure | 19 | 268 |
| Power Train | 21 | 265 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 246 |
| Air Bags | 68 | 183 |
| Service Brakes | 39 | 72 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 102 |
| Suspension | 34 | 56 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 45 | 22 |
| Stalling | 11 | 109 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 59 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 64 |
| Oil consumption | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 42 |
2011 Honda Pilot
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.