Kia Sorento 2023 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Kia Sorento 2023 and 122 complaints filed by owners. It has 63% fewer complaints than the average Kia Sorento from 2016–2025 (333 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Kia Sorento 2023? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Kia Sorento 2023
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 25V649000 · 2025-09-25
What happens
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.
Consequence
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 23V610000 · 2023-08-31
What happens
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC280.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Equipment and labels
NHTSA campaign 23V579000 · 2023-08-15
What happens
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sorento vehicles. 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."
Consequence
A detached air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the driver and front passenger sun visors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC277.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
122 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
3 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 3 injuries
Most reported problems on the Kia Sorento 2023
- Electrical system: 37 (30% of complaints)
- Engine: 31 (25% of complaints)
- Powertrain and transmission: 21 (17% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 14 (11% of complaints)
- Brakes: 11 (9% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Kia Sorento 2023
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Kia Sorento SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2023 Kia Sorento SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Kia Sorento recalls by year
- 2016 : 8 recalls · 1,254 complaints
- 2017 : 4 recalls · 805 complaints
- 2018 : 3 recalls · 255 complaints
- 2019 : 2 recalls · 428 complaints
- 2020 : 1 recalls · 137 complaints
- 2021 : 4 recalls · 23 complaints
- 2022 : 6 recalls · 191 complaints
- 2023 : 3 recalls · 122 complaints
- 2024 : 2 recalls · 42 complaints
- 2025 : 3 recalls · 76 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Kia Sorento 2023 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Kia Sorento 2023. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Kia Sorento 2023?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: electrical system (37 of 122 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).