NHTSA Safety Database · Dean McCrary Kia · Mobile, AL
Kia Sorento Hybrid Recalls
Every open NHTSA safety recall for the Sorento Hybrid, model years 2021–2027, pulled live from the federal database below — matched to your exact VIN, with plain-English guidance on what to do next. Every recall repair is free.
Check Your Sorento Hybrid
Enter your 17-character VIN to see every open recall that applies to your exact Sorento Hybrid — campaigns can vary by build date and equipment. We query the NHTSA database in real time, so the result is always current.
Prefer to talk? Call with your VIN and we’ll verify every open campaign for you.
How Sorento Hybrid Recalls Work
A safety recall means Kia or NHTSA identified a defect or noncompliance that could affect your vehicle’s safety. Not every Sorento Hybrid is affected by every recall — it depends on your exact build date, trim, and equipment. Your VIN (checker above) is the definitive, per-vehicle answer; the live federal list below is the complete, always-current record.
What It Means
Recall Severity Labels, Explained
Kia flags its most urgent recalls with plain-language guidance. Park Outside means keep the vehicle parked away from structures and other vehicles until it’s repaired — typically a fire-risk concern. Do Not Drive is more severe still: don’t operate the vehicle at all until the repair is complete. If either label appears when you check your VIN or in the live list below, call us right away and we’ll prioritize your repair.
What To Do
Every Repair Is Free — Act Promptly
Federal law requires that safety recall repairs be performed free of charge — parts and labor — regardless of your Sorento Hybrid’s age, mileage, or where you bought it. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN periodically and schedule your free repair as soon as one appears. We’ll confirm parts availability and get you in quickly.
Every Sorento Hybrid Recall, Explained
Every NHTSA safety campaign Kia has filed for the Sorento Hybrid to date — newest first, verified as of 2026-07-15 against NHTSA. The live federal list below updates automatically if a new campaign opens after this date.
Instrument Cluster2025–2026
Electrical System · Instrument Cluster/panel
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 9, 2026.
NHTSA 26V-046 · Kia SC361 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Power Loss2025–2026
TIRES · Temporary/emergency SPARE TIRE
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.
NHTSA 25V-745 · Kia SC355 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2021–2023
Electrical System · Wiring · FUSES AND Circuit Breakers
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.
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Free Fix: Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.
NHTSA 25V-649 · Kia SC351 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Engine2025
Engine AND Engine Cooling · Critical Fasteners
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge.
NHTSA 25V-548 · Kia SC349 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2024–2025
Electrical System · BODY Control Module · Software
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge.
NHTSA 25V-006 · Kia SC331 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2024
Electrical System · Wiring
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Sorento vehicles. The motor driven power steering (MDPS) wiring harness may be incorrectly assembled, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the MDPS wiring harness as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 24V-287 · Kia SC309 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Engine2011
Engine
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2011 Sorento vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Free Fix: Dealers will install Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 23V-877 · Kia SC291 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Brakes2011–2017Park Outside
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited SLIP · Control Unit/module
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023.
NHTSA 23V-652 · Kia SC284 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Other2019
BACK OVER Prevention · Sensing System · Camera
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sorento vehicles. 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 23V-639 · Kia SC282 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Other2022–2023
BACK OVER Prevention · Sensing System · Camera
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."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 23V-610 · Kia SC280 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Air Bags2023
Equipment · OTHER · Labels
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."
Risk: 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.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver and front passenger sun visors, as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 23V-579 · Kia SC277 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Drivetrain2021–2023
POWER TRAIN · Automatic Transmission
Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. 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.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
NHTSA 22V-760 · Kia SC250 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Power Loss2016–2022Park Outside
Trailer Hitches
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge.
NHTSA 22V-703 · Kia SC249 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Drivetrain2016
POWER TRAIN · Automatic Transmission · LEVER AND Linkage · Column SHIFT
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 Sedona and Sorento vehicles. 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.
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash and injury.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 22V-612 · Kia SC246 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Power Loss2022
TIRES · Temporary/emergency SPARE TIRE
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride vehicles. 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). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 22V-509 · Kia SC244 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Engine2022
Engine AND Engine Cooling · Engine · Gasoline · Turbo/supercharger
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Free Fix: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge.
NHTSA 22V-202 · Kia SC233 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Fuel System2021–2022
FUEL System, Gasoline · Delivery · Hoses, Lines/piping, AND Fittings
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 21V-519 · Kia SC214 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Brakes2013–2015Park Outside
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited SLIP · Control Unit/module
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Free Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 21V-331 · Kia SC212 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Engine2012–2015
Engine
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge.
NHTSA 20V-750 · Kia SC200 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Brakes2013–2015Park Outside
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited SLIP · Control Unit/module
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed.
NHTSA 20V-519 · Kia SC197 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Fuel System2011–2018
FUEL System, Gasoline · Delivery · Hoses, Lines/piping, AND Fittings
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Free Fix: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019.
NHTSA 18V-907 · Kia SC172 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2018
Steering · Electric POWER Assist System
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.
Risk: If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018.
NHTSA 18V-656 · Kia SC167 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Air Bags2018
AIR BAGS · Side/window
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
Risk: 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.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017.
NHTSA 17V-784 · Kia SC159 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Engine2017
Engine AND Engine Cooling · Engine
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Sorento vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may fail.
Risk: If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crankshaft, and, as necessary, replace the engine sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017.
NHTSA 17V-586 · Kia SC153 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Engine2011–2014
Engine AND Engine Cooling · Engine
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Risk: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017.
NHTSA 17V-224 · Kia SC147 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2016–2017
Trailer Hitches
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 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.
Risk: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017.
NHTSA 16V-862 · Kia SC142 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Seats2016
SEATS
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Sorento vehicles manufactured March 3, 2016 to March 21, 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.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the driver seatback frame could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds and replace the driver seatback frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2016.
NHTSA 16V-770 · Kia SC140 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Other2016
Suspension · REAR
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
Risk: The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016.
NHTSA 16V-480 · Kia SC137 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Drivetrain2011–2013
POWER TRAIN · Automatic Transmission
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Kia Sorento vehicles manufactured October 19, 2009, to January 31, 2013. 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.
Risk: Without requiring the brake to be pressed, the vehicle may be unintentionally shifted out of Park, allowing it to roll, which may result in a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake-shift interlock mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on November 9, 2015.
NHTSA 15V-626 · Kia SC124 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Seat Belts2016
SEAT BELTS · FRONT · Buckle Assembly
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Sorento vehicles manufactured October 23, 2014, to December 10, 2014. The affected vehicles have a front passenger seat belt whose buckle latch assembly may prevent the front passenger from fastening the seat belt.
Risk: If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt buckle cover, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2015.
NHTSA 15V-446 · Kia SC123 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Power Loss2016
Vehicle SPEED Control · Accelerator PEDAL
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015. Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the vehicle.
Risk: If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015.
NHTSA 15V-089 · Kia SC115 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Drivetrain2014
POWER TRAIN · AXLE Assembly · AXLE SHAFT
Kia Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2014 front wheel drive Sorento vehicles manufactured January 7, 2013, through March 12, 2013; and equipped with 2.4 liter engines. Due to a manufacturing issue, the right front axle shaft may fracture.
Risk: A fractured front axle may result in a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, it may roll away. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2013. Kia's recall number is SC099.
NHTSA 13V-356 · Kia SC099 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Brakes2011
Exterior Lighting · BRAKE Lights · Switch
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles.
Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.
NHTSA 13V-114 · Kia SC098 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2011
Equipment
CURT MANUFACTURING IS RECALLING CERTAIN TOW PACKAGE WIRING HARNESSES, PART NUMBER 56024, THAT CONNECT TOW VEHICLE LIGHTING CIRCUITS TO TRAILER LIGHTING CIRCUITS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ AND KIA SORENTO VEHICLES. THE UNITS ARE NOT WATER-TIGHT AND MOISTURE CAN SEEP INTO THE CONVERTER MODULE AND DEFEAT THE MODULE'S INTERNAL CIRCUIT PROTECTION.
Risk: WITHOUT THE CIRCUIT PROTECTION, THE MODULE CAN OVERHEAT POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Free Fix: CURT MANUFACTURING WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE TOW PACKAGE WIRING HARNESS. THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 17, 2011.
NHTSA 11E-041 · View Full Campaign on NHTSA.gov →
Drivetrain2011
POWER TRAIN · Driveline · Driveshaft
KIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SORENTO 2WD VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND 2.4L ENGINES MANUFACTURED FROM THE START OF PRODUCTION THROUGH MAY 22, 2010. THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT MAY SUFFER FROM NOISE AND EXCESSIVE WEAR DUE TO A MISALIGNMENT OF THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT WITH THE RIGHT SIDE OUTPUT GEAR.
Risk: DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION MAY CAUSE LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Free Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RIGHT SIDE OUTPUT GEAR AND INTERMEDIATE SHAFT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2011.
NHTSA 11V-258 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Brakes2011
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Foundation Components · DISC · Caliper
KIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SORENTO VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 14, 2010, THROUGH OCTOBER 4, 2010. SOME OF THE REAR BRAKE CALIPERS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY MACHINED.
Risk: AS A RESULT, BRAKE FLUID WILL LEAK, FOLLOWED BY ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT INDICATING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IS LOW AND SHOULD BE CHECKED, THEN A SOFT OR SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL FEEL, AND IF NOT SERVICED, REDUCED BRAKING POWER WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Free Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR CALIPERS AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 10, 2010.
NHTSA 10V-599 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2011
Electrical System · Wiring
KIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 SOUL AND MODEL YEAR 2011 SORENTO VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 7, 2009 THROUGH JULY 30, 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 REAR DOOR TRIM PANELS, MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY SOLDERED.
Risk: WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY OCCUR THAT CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Free Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESSES FOR THE LIGHTS IN THE KIA SOUL VEHICLE'S ADVANCED LIGHTING SPEAKERS, AND THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE KIA SORENTO VEHICLE'S INTERIOR ACCENT ILLUMINATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE.
NHTSA 10V-388 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Every Open Sorento Hybrid Recall, Live from NHTSA
The list below is generated at request time directly from the NHTSA federal recall database for Sorento Hybrid model years 2021–2027 — nothing on this page is pre-written or curated. Use the filters to narrow by model year or system, then run your VIN above for the definitive answer on your exact vehicle.
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Filters narrow this page’s content — your VIN (checker above) is always the definitive answer for your exact vehicle.
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Sorento Hybrid Recall FAQs
How do I know if my Sorento Hybrid has an open recall?⌄
Enter your 17-character VIN in the checker above — it queries the live NHTSA database and returns every open recall for your exact vehicle. The live list further down this page shows the complete federal record for Sorento Hybrid model years 2021–2027, but your VIN is the definitive answer for your specific vehicle.
What does “Park Outside” or “Do Not Drive” mean on a recall?⌄
Park Outside means keep the vehicle parked away from structures and other vehicles until it’s repaired, usually because of a fire risk. Do Not Drive is more urgent — don’t operate the vehicle at all until the free repair is complete. Either label will appear on your VIN check or in the live list if it applies to your Sorento Hybrid. Call us right away if you see one and we’ll prioritize your repair.
How many recalls does the Kia Sorento Hybrid have?⌄
It depends on your exact model year, build date, and equipment — the count changes over time as NHTSA and Kia issue new campaigns. The live list on this page always reflects the current federal total for Sorento Hybrid model years 2021–2027; your VIN is the only reliable answer for your individual vehicle.
How often should I check for new Sorento Hybrid recalls?⌄
Recalls can be issued at any time, so it’s worth checking your VIN periodically — especially before a long trip or if you notice any unusual symptoms. We’re also happy to check for you whenever you’re in for service.
I’m buying a used Sorento Hybrid. How do I make sure the recalls are done?⌄
Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or in the checker above before you buy — open campaigns show immediately. Dean McCrary Kia closes any open recalls free of charge regardless of where you bought the vehicle, and every used Sorento Hybrid we retail has its open recalls completed first.
Do I pay anything for Sorento Hybrid recall repairs?⌄
No. Safety recall repairs are free by federal law — parts and labor — for the life of the vehicle, at any authorized Kia dealer, no matter where you bought it. Pair a recall with regular maintenance and we’ll handle both in one visit.