2015 Kia Sorento vs 2017 Kia Sorento
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 | 2015 Kia Sorento | 2017 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 746 | 794 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 202 | 241 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 32 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 48,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 359 | 381 |
| Exterior Lighting | 90 | 125 |
| Electrical System | 57 | 93 |
| Steering | 33 | 95 |
| Structure | 99 | 17 |
| Power Train | 42 | 37 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 28 | 39 |
| Service Brakes | 21 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 88 | 82 |
| Check engine light | 74 | 77 |
| Clunking / rattling | 56 | 38 |
| Rust / corrosion | 47 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 38 | 55 |
| Vibration / shaking | 26 | 31 |
| Oil consumption | 18 | 96 |
| Overheating | 16 | 0 |
2015 Kia Sorento
2017 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.