2015 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2015 Kia Sorento
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Chevrolet Equinox | 2015 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 679 | 750 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,580 | 202 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 24 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 75,400 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 227 | 360 |
| Visibility/wiper | 250 | 8 |
| Structure | 10 | 100 |
| Power Train | 63 | 42 |
| Electrical System | 45 | 58 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 91 |
| Air Bags | 37 | 30 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 31 | 28 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 61 | 88 |
| Oil consumption | 61 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 51 | 74 |
| Clunking / rattling | 23 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 14 | 39 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 26 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 47 |
2015 Chevrolet Equinox
2015 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.