2012 Kia Sorento vs 2013 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 | 2012 Kia Sorento | 2013 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 879 | 981 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 233 | 228 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 77 | 44 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,500 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 461 | 496 |
| Electrical System | 127 | 116 |
| Air Bags | 81 | 60 |
| Exterior Lighting | 60 | 70 |
| Structure | 35 | 91 |
| Power Train | 55 | 69 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 69 | 54 |
| Service Brakes | 33 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 142 | 136 |
| Check engine light | 81 | 75 |
| Clunking / rattling | 54 | 53 |
| Airbag warning light | 50 | 34 |
| Loss of power | 39 | 46 |
| Oil consumption | 29 | 18 |
| Electrical failures | 18 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 15 | 40 |
2012 Kia Sorento
2013 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.