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Kia Sorento recalls by year & common problems

NHTSA safety recalls and owner-reported complaints for every Kia Sorento model year from 2011 to 2025. Real, government-sourced figures — use them to gauge how common a problem actually is before you spend on parts.

NHTSA's data does not show a U.S.-market Kia Sorento for 2010, so that model year is left out rather than shown as zero.

Mid-size SUV Model years 2011–2025 37 NHTSA recalls 8,631 owner complaints
37 NHTSA recalls
8,631 owner complaints
15 model years covered
225 citing a crash
372 citing a fire
274 citing an injury

Kia Sorento recalls & complaints by model year

Every Sorento model year from 2011–2025. Pick yours to jump to its recall list.

Model year Recalls Complaints Details
2011 Kia Sorento 7 1,520 2011 recalls ↓
2012 Kia Sorento 5 880 2012 recalls ↓
2013 Kia Sorento 5 982 2013 recalls ↓
2014 Kia Sorento 6 988 2014 recalls ↓
2015 Kia Sorento 3 754 2015 recalls ↓
2016 Kia Sorento 8 1,255 2016 recalls ↓
2017 Kia Sorento 4 807 2017 recalls ↓
2018 Kia Sorento 3 255 2018 recalls ↓
2019 Kia Sorento 2 431 2019 recalls ↓
2020 Kia Sorento 1 138 2020 recalls ↓
2021 Kia Sorento 5 45 2021 recalls ↓
2022 Kia Sorento 8 227 2022 recalls ↓
2023 Kia Sorento 4 164 2023 recalls ↓
2024 Kia Sorento 2 51 2024 recalls ↓
2025 Kia Sorento 3 134 2025 recalls ↓

A recall campaign that covers several model years is counted in each of them, so the yearly figures add up to 66 while NHTSA lists 37 separate campaigns.

Most-reported systems on the Kia Sorento

The component categories Kia owners file the most complaints about with NHTSA, summed across model years 2011–2025.

Recent recalls on the Kia Sorento

The most recent NHTSA recall campaigns on file across every model year. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your specific vehicle is affected and unrepaired.

Every Kia Sorento recall, year by year

Each NHTSA recall campaign listed for that model year, newest first. A recall applies to specific VINs, so enter yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your vehicle is included and still unrepaired.

2011 Kia Sorento recalls (7)

  • ENGINE Dec 2023

    An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

    NHTSA campaign 23V877000
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Sep 2023

    The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

    NHTSA campaign 23V652000 · also 2012–2014
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oct 2015

    In the affected vehicles, if excessive force is applied to the gear shift lever, the brake-shift interlock mechanism may chip or crack allowing the transmission being able to be shifted out of "Park" without the brakes being depressed.

    NHTSA campaign 15V626000 · also 2012–2013
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH Apr 2013

    Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, model year 2010-2011 Soul, and model year 2011 Optima vehicles.

    NHTSA campaign 13V114000
  • POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT Apr 2011

    THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT MAY SUFFER FROM NOISE AND EXCESSIVE WEAR DUE TO A MISALIGNMENT OF THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT WITH THE RIGHT SIDE OUTPUT GEAR.

    NHTSA campaign 11V258000
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER Nov 2010

    SOME OF THE REAR BRAKE CALIPERS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY MACHINED.

    NHTSA campaign 10V599000
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING Aug 2010

    A LIMITED NUMBER OF WIRING HARNESSES SUPPLIED BY JCI AND USED FOR THE LIGHTING IN THE KIA SOUL VEHICLE'S ADVANCED LIGHTING SPEAKERS, LOCATED IN THE FRONT DOOR TRIM PANELS, AND THE KIA SORENTO VEHICLE'S INTERIOR ACCENT ILLUMINATION, LOCATED IN THE FRONT AND…

    NHTSA campaign 10V388000

2012 Kia Sorento recalls (5)

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Sep 2023

    The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

    NHTSA campaign 23V652000 · also 2011 and 2013–2014
  • ENGINE Dec 2020

    An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

    NHTSA campaign 20V750000 · also 2013
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Dec 2018

    The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

    NHTSA campaign 18V907000 · also 2013–2017
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE Mar 2017

    Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

    NHTSA campaign 17V224000 · also 2013–2014
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oct 2015

    In the affected vehicles, if excessive force is applied to the gear shift lever, the brake-shift interlock mechanism may chip or crack allowing the transmission being able to be shifted out of "Park" without the brakes being depressed.

    NHTSA campaign 15V626000 · also 2011 and 2013

2013 Kia Sorento recalls (5)

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Sep 2023

    The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

    NHTSA campaign 23V652000 · also 2011–2012 and 2014
  • ENGINE Dec 2020

    An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

    NHTSA campaign 20V750000 · also 2012
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Dec 2018

    The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

    NHTSA campaign 18V907000 · also 2012 and 2014–2017
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE Mar 2017

    Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

    NHTSA campaign 17V224000 · also 2012 and 2014
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oct 2015

    In the affected vehicles, if excessive force is applied to the gear shift lever, the brake-shift interlock mechanism may chip or crack allowing the transmission being able to be shifted out of "Park" without the brakes being depressed.

    NHTSA campaign 15V626000 · also 2011–2012

2014 Kia Sorento recalls (6)

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Sep 2023

    The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

    NHTSA campaign 23V652000 · also 2011–2013
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE May 2021

    Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.

    NHTSA campaign 21V331000 · also 2015
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Aug 2020

    Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.

    NHTSA campaign 20V519000 · also 2015
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Dec 2018

    The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

    NHTSA campaign 18V907000 · also 2012–2013 and 2015–2017
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE Mar 2017

    Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

    NHTSA campaign 17V224000 · also 2012–2013
  • POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY › AXLE SHAFT Aug 2013

    Due to a manufacturing issue, the right front axle shaft may fracture.

    NHTSA campaign 13V356000

2015 Kia Sorento recalls (3)

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE May 2021

    Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.

    NHTSA campaign 21V331000 · also 2014
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Aug 2020

    Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.

    NHTSA campaign 20V519000 · also 2014
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Dec 2018

    The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

    NHTSA campaign 18V907000 · also 2012–2014 and 2016–2017

2016 Kia Sorento recalls (8)

  • TRAILER HITCHES Sep 2022

    Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · also 2017–2023
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › LEVER AND LINKAGE › COLUMN SHIFT Aug 2022

    The vehicles may have been manufactured with faulty automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, preventing the shift lever from locking, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.

    NHTSA campaign 22V612000
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Dec 2018

    The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

    NHTSA campaign 18V907000 · also 2012–2015 and 2017
  • TRAILER HITCHES Nov 2016

    The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated.

    NHTSA campaign 16V862000 · also 2017
  • SEATS Oct 2016

    The driver's seatback frame may have been produced with inadequate weld joints and, as a result, the seatback may not function as designed in the event of a rear-end collision.

    NHTSA campaign 16V770000
  • SUSPENSION › REAR Jun 2016

    A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.

    NHTSA campaign 16V480000
  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Jul 2015

    The affected vehicles have a front passenger seat belt whose buckle latch assembly may prevent the front passenger from fastening the seat belt.

    NHTSA campaign 15V446000
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL Feb 2015

    Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 15V089000

2017 Kia Sorento recalls (4)

  • TRAILER HITCHES Sep 2022

    Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · also 2016 and 2018–2023
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Dec 2018

    The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

    NHTSA campaign 18V907000 · also 2012–2016
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE Sep 2017

    The engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may fail.

    NHTSA campaign 17V586000
  • TRAILER HITCHES Nov 2016

    The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated.

    NHTSA campaign 16V862000 · also 2016

2018 Kia Sorento recalls (3)

  • TRAILER HITCHES Sep 2022

    Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · also 2016–2017 and 2019–2023
  • STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Sep 2018

    The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.

    NHTSA campaign 18V656000
  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW Dec 2017

    The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.

    NHTSA campaign 17V784000

2019 Kia Sorento recalls (2)

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA Sep 2023

    Due to a manufacturing error, water may leak into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display.

    NHTSA campaign 23V639000
  • TRAILER HITCHES Sep 2022

    Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · also 2016–2018 and 2020–2023

2020 Kia Sorento recalls (1)

  • TRAILER HITCHES Sep 2022

    Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · also 2016–2019 and 2021–2023

2021 Kia Sorento recalls (5)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS Sep 2025

    The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 25V649000 · also 2022–2023
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oct 2022

    The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

    NHTSA campaign 22V760000 · also 2022
  • TRAILER HITCHES Sep 2022

    Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · also 2016–2020 and 2022–2023
  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT Jun 2022

    In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

    NHTSA campaign 22V447000 · also 2022
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Jul 2021

    Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

    NHTSA campaign 21V519000

2022 Kia Sorento recalls (8)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS Sep 2025

    The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 25V649000 · also 2021 and 2023
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA Aug 2023

    The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display.

    NHTSA campaign 23V610000 · also 2023
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oct 2022

    The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

    NHTSA campaign 22V760000 · also 2021
  • TRAILER HITCHES Sep 2022

    Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · also 2016–2021 and 2023
  • TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE Jul 2022

    The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS).

    NHTSA campaign 22V509000
  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT Jun 2022

    In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

    NHTSA campaign 22V447000 · also 2021
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › GASOLINE › TURBO/SUPERCHARGER Mar 2022

    The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.

    NHTSA campaign 22V202000
  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT Mar 2022

    In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

    NHTSA campaign 22V127000

2023 Kia Sorento recalls (4)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS Sep 2025

    The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 25V649000 · also 2021–2022
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA Aug 2023

    The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display.

    NHTSA campaign 23V610000 · also 2022
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Aug 2023

    The air bag warning labels on the driver and front passenger sun visors may detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    NHTSA campaign 23V579000
  • TRAILER HITCHES Sep 2022

    Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · also 2016–2022

2024 Kia Sorento recalls (2)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › BODY CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Jan 2025

    A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights.

    NHTSA campaign 25V006000 · also 2025
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING Apr 2024

    The motor driven power steering (MDPS) wiring harness may be incorrectly assembled, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.

    NHTSA campaign 24V287000

2025 Kia Sorento recalls (3)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Jan 2026

    Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays" and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."

    NHTSA campaign 26V046000
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › CRITICAL FASTENERS Aug 2025

    The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.

    NHTSA campaign 25V548000
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › BODY CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Jan 2025

    A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights.

    NHTSA campaign 25V006000 · also 2024

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Kia Sorento recalls: frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Kia Sorento have?

NHTSA lists 37 recall campaigns for the Kia Sorento across model years 2011–2025 (15 model years covered here). The 2016 and 2022 model years have the most, with 8 each. A recall is an official safety action with a free remedy at a franchised dealer.

Which Kia Sorento year has the most recalls?

The 2022 Kia Sorento has the most NHTSA recalls (8), followed by 2016 (8) and 2011 (7). A campaign that covers several model years counts toward each of them.

Which Kia Sorento year has the most complaints?

Owners have filed the most NHTSA complaints about the 2011 Kia Sorento (1,520), followed by 2016 (1,255) and 2014 (988). Older and higher-volume model years collect more reports simply by being on the road longer.

What are the most common problems on the Kia Sorento?

Across 8,631 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2011–2025, the most-reported systems on the Kia Sorento are Engine (3,584), Electrical System (1,169), Power Train (918), Structure (861), Exterior Lighting (678) and Air Bags (464).

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public recalls and complaints databases, model years 2011–2025, as of October 2026. Counts combine the records NHTSA files under “SORENTO”, “SORENTO HYBRID” and “SORENTO PHEV”. A complaint is an unverified owner report; a recall is an official safety action with a free remedy. High complaint counts often reflect high sales volume.