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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 23 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 23 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2019 Kia Sorento

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2019 Kia Sorento

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: Sorento needs more recall homework, Sorento has more complaint activity and Sorento has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2020 Kia Sorento 2019 Kia Sorento Difference
Total recalls 1 2 Sorento has 1 more recalls
Total complaints 127 410 Sorento has 283 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 9 / 11 / 10 / 1 10 / 18 / 10 / 0 Sorento has 7 more severity reports
Defect investigations 1 1 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 84 110 Sorento has 26 more communications
Recall completion reports 11 19 Sorento has 8 more reports
Warranty programs 7 7 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Sep 19, 2022 Sep 15, 2023 Sorento has newer activity
Latest complaint May 19, 2026 May 31, 2026 Sorento has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Engine
  • Power Train
  • Trailer Hitches
  • Engine
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Structure
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 23 combined MPG 23 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,600 $2,600 Similar
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2020 Kia Sorento

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and power train repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2019 Kia Sorento

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and unknown or other repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2020 Kia Sorento

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Trailer Hitches: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

2019 Kia Sorento

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Structure: water leaks, body repairs, doors, corrosion

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

Learn what a VIN check can and cannot show