2016 Buick Encore vs 2016 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.
| Metric | 2016 Buick Encore | 2016 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 79 | 1,249 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,253 | 274 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 49 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–30 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 32,626 mi | 68,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 40 | 694 |
| Power Train | 11 | 124 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 107 |
| Structure | 4 | 110 |
| Steering | 5 | 80 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 67 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 53 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 62 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 14 | 133 |
| Stalling | 8 | 119 |
| Overheating | 5 | 71 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 91 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 81 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 59 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 32 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 28 |
2016 Buick Encore
2016 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.