2013 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot | 2013 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 120 | 979 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 92 | 228 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 44 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 20–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 52,000 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Patriot | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 25 | 496 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 116 |
| Air Bags | 33 | 60 |
| Structure | 4 | 89 |
| Power Train | 19 | 69 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 70 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 54 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 34 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 136 |
| Overheating | 13 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 75 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 53 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 46 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 39 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 38 |
2013 Jeep Patriot
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.