2013 Hyundai Santa FE vs 2013 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 | 2013 Hyundai Santa FE | 2013 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 604 | 979 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 158 | 228 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 41 | 44 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 20–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 62,000 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Santa FE | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 273 | 496 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 116 |
| Power Train | 52 | 69 |
| Steering | 95 | 22 |
| Structure | 22 | 89 |
| Exterior Lighting | 16 | 70 |
| Service Brakes | 45 | 35 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 54 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 75 | 136 |
| Check engine light | 41 | 75 |
| Clunking / rattling | 41 | 53 |
| Vibration / shaking | 26 | 38 |
| Oil consumption | 25 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 22 | 46 |
| Hesitation / surging | 22 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
2013 Hyundai Santa FE
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.