2021 Ford Bronco vs 2021 Kia Seltos
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 | 2021 Ford Bronco | 2021 Kia Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 221 | 354 |
| Recall campaigns | 20 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 314 | 134 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 27–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 25,500 mi | 43,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco | Kia Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 68 | 214 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 46 |
| Power Train | 9 | 64 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 42 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 19 | 23 |
| Suspension | 24 | 4 |
| Back Over Prevention | 23 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 17 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 90 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 51 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 27 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 50 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 17 |
2021 Ford Bronco
2021 Kia Seltos
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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.