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2014 Chevrolet Captiva vs 2014 Kia Sorento

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2014 Chevrolet Captiva2014 Kia Sorento
NHTSA complaints138986
Recall campaigns06
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,305261
Investigations08
Crash reports823
Fire reports246
NCAP overall rating3/55/5
EPA MPG (combined)18–2320–22
Median reported incident mileage63,500 mi80,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet CaptivaKia Sorento
Engine30387
Electrical System60153
Structure9160
Power Train1771
Exterior Lighting286
Air Bags751
Fuel/propulsion System346
Service Brakes444

Symptoms owners describe

Won’t start50
Check engine light087
Stalling080
Rust / corrosion078
Clunking / rattling063
Loss of power039
Oil consumption029
Airbag warning light027

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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.