2012 Kia Sorento
The 2012 Kia Sorento has 1,212 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (39%) concerns engine. After that come electrical system (10%) and brakes (9%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 1,212 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Engine 39% of complaints
- Recalls
- 5
- Fuel economy
- 20 to 24 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 4 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
The 2012 Kia Sorento has 1,212 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (39%) concerns engine. After that come electrical system (10%) and brakes (9%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2012 Kia Sorento
Recalls
The 2012 Kia Sorento is affected by 5 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 7 versions of the 2012 Kia Sorento. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 30 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2012 Kia Sorento earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.