2013 Acura RDX vs 2013 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 | 2013 Acura RDX | 2013 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 162 | 979 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 122 | 228 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 44 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,750 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RDX | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 496 |
| Exterior Lighting | 89 | 70 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 116 |
| Air Bags | 36 | 60 |
| Structure | 2 | 89 |
| Power Train | 7 | 69 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 54 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 136 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 75 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 53 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 46 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 39 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 38 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 34 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 18 |
2013 Acura RDX
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.