2014 Kia Sorento vs 2014 Lincoln MKX
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 | 2014 Kia Sorento | 2014 Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 981 | 35 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 261 | 50 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 45 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 384 | 7 |
| Structure | 160 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 152 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 86 | 0 |
| Power Train | 69 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 43 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 51 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 46 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 87 | 0 |
| Stalling | 80 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 78 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 63 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 39 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 29 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 27 | 0 |
| Overheating | 25 | 0 |
2014 Kia Sorento
2014 Lincoln MKX
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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.