2016 Chevrolet Trax 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 Chevrolet Trax | 2016 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 117 | 1,249 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,114 | 274 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 49 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 46,890 mi | 68,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trax | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 43 | 694 |
| Power Train | 13 | 124 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 107 |
| Structure | 7 | 110 |
| Steering | 14 | 80 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 67 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 62 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 53 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 20 | 133 |
| Stalling | 9 | 119 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 81 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 32 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 91 |
| Overheating | 0 | 71 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 59 |
2016 Chevrolet Trax
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.