2014 Kia Sorento vs 2014 Toyota Highlander
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 | 2014 Kia Sorento | 2014 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 981 | 134 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 261 | 418 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 45 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 20–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 39,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 384 | 3 |
| Structure | 160 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 152 | 35 |
| Exterior Lighting | 86 | 2 |
| Power Train | 69 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 51 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 46 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 43 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 87 | 0 |
| Stalling | 80 | 9 |
| 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 Toyota Highlander
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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.