Kia Sorento complaints by model year
10,176 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 75 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | 41 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| 2023 | 122 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| 2022 | 189 | 4 | 1 | 6 |
| 2021 | 250 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| 2020 | 136 | 10 | 12 | 1 |
| 2019 | 428 | 10 | 19 | 2 |
| 2018 | 254 | 12 | 11 | 3 |
| 2017 | 804 | 13 | 32 | 4 |
| 2016 | 1,253 | 29 | 49 | 8 |
| 2015 | 750 | 20 | 14 | 3 |
| 2014 | 987 | 23 | 46 | 6 |
| 2013 | 981 | 23 | 44 | 5 |
| 2012 | 880 | 21 | 77 | 5 |
| 2011 | 1,518 | 42 | 62 | 7 |
| 2010 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 55 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2008 | 217 | 15 | 9 | 3 |
| 2007 | 154 | 10 | 5 | 4 |
| 2006 | 242 | 12 | 8 | 1 |
| 2005 | 307 | 17 | 5 | 0 |
| 2004 | 220 | 11 | 12 | 0 |
| 2003 | 305 | 10 | 3 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 386 | 106 | 156 | 65 | 67 | 52 | 31 | 5 | 19 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 104 | 37 | 110 | 24 | 39 | 38 | 36 | 6 | 20 | 2 |
| Power train | 37 | 9 | 51 | 18 | 140 | 64 | 21 | 4 | 19 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 95 | 30 | 68 | 20 | 47 | 30 | 37 | 11 | 21 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 125 | 41 | 22 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 97 | 26 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 39 | 13 | 24 | 10 | 23 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 17 | 9 | 55 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Kia Sorento recalls (40)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Sorento model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V046000 | Jan 26, 2026 | Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 101, 138 | 2025, 2026 | 87.8% |
| 25V745000 | Oct 30, 2025 | Incorrect Spare Tire/FMVSS 110 | 2026 | 82.2% |
| 25V649000 | Sep 25, 2025 | Fire from HVAC Wiring Harness | 2021, 2022, 2023 | 33.5% |
| 25V548000 | Aug 25, 2025 | Loss of Drive Power from Loose Engine Bolts | 2025 | 86.7% |
| 25V006000 | Jan 13, 2025 | Loss of Headlights and Taillights/FMVSS 108 | 2024, 2025 | 92% |
| 24V287000 | Apr 23, 2024 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2024 | 91.6% |
| 23V877000 | Dec 21, 2023 | Engine Compartment Fire | 2011 | 18.8% |
| 23V652000 | Sep 25, 2023 | HECU May Cause Engine Compartment Fire | 2011–2014 | 32.4% |
| 23V639000 | Sep 15, 2023 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2019 | 51.8% |
| 23V610000 | Aug 31, 2023 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2022, 2023 | 80.2% |
| 23V579000 | Aug 15, 2023 | Air Bag Warning Labels May Detach/FMVSS 208 | 2023 | 84.6% |
| 22V760000 | Oct 11, 2022 | Loss of Drive Power | 2021, 2022 | 93.7% |
| 22V703000 | Sep 19, 2022 | Tow Hitch Harness Fire While Parked or Driving | 2016–2022 | 29.6% |
| 22V612000 | Aug 10, 2022 | Vehicle Rollaway from Faulty Shift Lever Assembly | 2016 | 62.3% |
| 22V509000 | Jul 19, 2022 | Incorrect Spare Tire Size/FMVSS 110 | 2022 | 87.5% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Kia Sorento FAQ
How many recalls has the Kia Sorento had?
NHTSA lists 40 recall campaigns that cover at least one Kia Sorento model year from 2003 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Kia Sorento year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2011 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,518) and the 2010 the fewest (3). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Kia Sorento problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, unknown or other, power train in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Kia Sorento get?
EPA rates the 2026 Kia Sorento at 23 to 33 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.