NHTSA Data Explorer

Kia Sorento

Data refreshed September 6, 2026

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Complaints

10,275

Active records

Recalls

45

Active records

TSBs

935

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

9

Injuries

366

Crashes

307

Fires

411

Top reported issues — Kia Sorento

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Condition issue

3,401

Operating state

3,218

Reporting mechanism

2,211

Engine behavior

1,872

Performance issue

1,572

Fluid issue

1,428

Noise

1,425

Lighting behavior

998

Thermal issue

987

Safety restraint issue

862

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

745

Driver assistance issue

642

Access/entry issue

628

Steering behavior

607

Vibration/harshness

537

Electrical issue

521

Braking behavior

369

Starting behavior

309

Smell

249

Powering on/off behavior

224

Safety restraint behavior

169

Infotainment behavior

135

Recent change

116

Ride/handling behavior

113

HVAC behavior

84

Electrified system issue

56

Wiper/washer behavior

29

Communication/network issue

9

Charging behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2015 KIA SORENTO

Filed Sep 3, 2026


The headlights are so dim that I could not see at night. I am forced to drive with the fog lights on for any amount of visibility. I recently replaced the headlights with factory replacements and now the connectors going into the back have failed and power only makes it to the lights when Mercury is in retrograde. This is unacceptable and a severe safety hazard.

2025 KIA SORENTO HYBRID

Filed Sep 2, 2026


The central ccNC infotainment display screen on my 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid intermittently and now permanently failed (blank/black screen). This total display blackout completely disables the backup camera system (FMVSS 111 non-compliance) and critical vehicle setting controls. The issue first began while under the 36,000-mile factory warranty (documented at 12,000-14,000 miles). Despite providing timestamped video proof and taking the vehicle to the dealership for diagnosis (Case #26311712),…

2026 KIA SORENTO

Filed Sep 2, 2026


My 2026 Sorento developed a fault after just two weeks of use. It had to be towed three times because the engine shuts down and won't restart. I tried to resolve the issue with the dealership, but they claim there is nothing wrong with the car. I reported the situation to Kia America; after a 19-day wait, they replied that there is nothing they can do and that I must pick up the vehicle from the Kia East Orlando dealership, or else I will have to pay parking fees. During this time—while the car…

2019 KIA SORENTO

Filed Sep 1, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power and failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was slowly driven to the residence and stalled in the driveway. After restarting the vehicle, the engine immediately shut off. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was later towed to the local mechanic, who confirmed that the engine had failed. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer, who…

2023 KIA SORENTO

Filed Sep 1, 2026


I own two Nuna RAVA car seats, and both have developed unraveling/tearing of the two-point harness buckle/strap between the child’s legs. One seat had noticeable tearing, which prompted me to closely inspect the second seat, where I found the same area beginning to unravel. I contacted Nuna and was initially advised to use glue or tape on the damaged area. After expressing my safety concerns about that, Nuna acknowledged that the damage is a safety hazard and instructed me to discontinue use…

2017 KIA SORENTO

Filed Sep 1, 2026


The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced excessive oil consumption. The vehicle was inspected several times; however, no oil leaks were found. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, and the check engine warning light illuminated and flashed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that there was a hole in a valve and a piston was fractured. The vehicle was then…

2013 KIA SORENTO

Filed Sep 1, 2026


The paint is peeling really bad .It's been peeling and rusting horribly.

2020 KIA SORENTO

Filed Sep 1, 2026


1 injured

While driving my 2020 Kia Sorento on the freeway at highway speed, the panoramic sunroof suddenly shattered without warning. There was a very loud explosive sound that startled and frightened me while I was driving. I was not aware of anything striking the sunroof immediately before it shattered, and there were no warning lights, messages, noises, cracks, or other indications that the glass was about to fail. Because I was traveling at freeway speed when this occurred, the sudden…

2020 KIA SORENTO

Filed Aug 31, 2026


The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated while an occupant was seated in the front passenger’s seat. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls or warranty associated with the vehicle failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.

2016 KIA SORENTO

Filed Aug 31, 2026


On or about XXX, my KIA Sorento LX FWD Auto 2.4-liter engine with an approximate mileage of 36,000, began having drivability problems, none of which occurred before that date. On XXX the vehicle was serviced at Ourisman Chantilly Kia (VA051) for a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign (SC340) THETA II 2.4L GDI ECM S/W Upgrade. Records reflect that it was a Theta II Emissions Logic Improvement 250A21R1 0.3 M/H. This was a voluntary campaign from Kia America, Inc., [XXX]. Failure to have this…

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Updated September 6, 2026. Refreshed nightly.