2011 Kia Sportage vs 2012 Kia Sportage
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 Kia Sportage | 2012 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 181 | 392 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 172 | 177 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 21–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 80,268 mi | 99,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sportage | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 77 | 328 |
| Electrical System | 38 | 29 |
| Power Train | 23 | 21 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 11 |
| Steering | 9 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 22 | 56 |
| Stalling | 16 | 67 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 31 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 65 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 5 |
2011 Kia Sportage
2012 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.