2013 Kia Sorento vs 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
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 Kia Sorento | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 979 | 139 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 228 | 1,058 |
| Investigations | 8 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 44 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,000 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Volkswagen Tiguan |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 496 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 116 | 35 |
| Air Bags | 60 | 63 |
| Structure | 89 | 5 |
| Power Train | 69 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 70 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 54 | 0 |
| Steering | 22 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 136 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 75 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 53 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 46 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 39 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 38 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 34 | 30 |
| Oil consumption | 18 | 0 |
2013 Kia Sorento
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
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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.