Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Engine (41.1% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Engine complaints here are 3.3× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 102 · 41.1% | not available | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 38 · 15.3% | not available | — |
| Electrical System | 28 · 11.3% | not available | — |
| Steering | 26 · 10.5% | Recalled | Recall 18V656000 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 · 4.8% | not available | — |
| Air Bags | 10 · 4% | Recalled | Recall 17V784000 |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 248 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 18V656000 · 2018 · reported 09/21/2018
If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 17V784000 · 2017 · reported 12/08/2017
If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · 2022 · reported 09/19/2022
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · Park outside · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
“The car stalls any where when the temp is over 108 degrees, i have to wait about two minutes and it will start, sometimes it…”NHTSA complaint 11537023 — filed 08/07/2023 · ENGINE
“The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that oil needing to be added the engine every two weeks. The contact stated that…”NHTSA complaint 11534528 — filed 07/26/2023 · ENGINE
“Ive been experiencing engine failure with my vehicle since December of 2022. The car was assessed and repaired and less than a month later my…”NHTSA complaint 11526940 — filed 06/14/2023 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 102 of 248 NHTSA complaints (41.1%), followed by exterior lighting (38), unspecified/other issues (37), electrical system (28). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
248 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 12 involved a crash, 11 involved a fire, and 11 reported injuries. 1 deaths were reported.
Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V656000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
