Active Safety RecallKia SC115Kia SC244Kia SC249Kia SC355NHTSA 15V-089NHTSA 22V-509NHTSA 22V-703NHTSA 25V-745Park Outside
Kia Sorento Power Loss Recall Power Loss Recalls · 2016–2026
Kia has issued 4 power loss safety recalls covering certain 2016–2026 Sorento vehicles. 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. The fix is free. Here’s exactly who’s affected and what to do.
NHTSA 15V-089Sorento · 2016
NHTSA 22V-509Sorento, Telluride · 2022
NHTSA 22V-703Sorento, Sportage · 2016–2022
NHTSA 25V-745Sorento, Telluride · 2025–2026
Park OutsideAdvisory on this campaign
$0 · Free RepairParts and labor, any Kia dealer
Am I Affected?
Three quick checks — any one of them is reason to run your VIN above.
Check 1 · Model Year
You drive a 2016–2026 Sorento
Model years 2016–2026 are covered by these campaigns. Other Sorento model years are not part of this recall — see the Sorento recall hub.
Check 2 · Campaign Count
4 open NHTSA campaigns
This page covers NHTSA 15V-089, 22V-509, 22V-703, 25V-745 — every campaign Kia and NHTSA have filed for this power loss issue on Sorento. Run the VIN checker above to see exactly which apply to your vehicle.
Check 3 · Advisory
Park outside or don’t drive
Kia advises Park Outside until repaired to these specific campaigns. Run your VIN above to confirm your vehicle’s exact status and schedule the free repair.
What Happened — and How It’s Fixed
NHTSA 15V-089 (Kia SC115)13/02/2015
Vehicle Speed Control: Accelerator Pedal
What happened: 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.
The risk: If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The free fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC115.
NHTSA 22V-509 (Kia SC244)19/07/2022
Tires: Temporary/emergency Spare Tire
What happened: 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."
The risk: Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC244.
NHTSA 22V-703 (Kia SC249)19/09/2022
Trailer Hitches
What happened: 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. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
The risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The 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. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
NHTSA 25V-745 (Kia SC355)31/10/2025
Tires: Temporary/emergency Spare Tire
What happened: 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."
The risk: Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix: Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC355. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.
What To Do — Four Simple Steps
Run your VIN
Use the checker above (or nhtsa.gov/recalls) to confirm which of NHTSA 15V-089, 22V-509, 22V-703, 25V-745 apply to your exact vehicle.
Schedule the free repair
Book online or call . Mention SC115, SC244, SC249, SC355 — we’ll confirm parts before your visit.
One-visit fix
Recall repairs are typically completed same-day once parts are confirmed. Pair it with maintenance if you like — recall labor is free either way.
Keep the paperwork
We provide written proof of completion — useful at resale, since buyers check NHTSA for open recalls.
Power Loss Recall FAQs
Is it safe to drive my Sorento before the power loss recall repair?⌄
Kia advises parking outside (away from structures) until repaired for at least one of these campaigns (15V-089, 22V-509, 22V-703, 25V-745). Schedule the free repair as soon as possible.
Which vehicles are affected?⌄
Certain 2016–2026 Kia Sorento vehicles, depending on the specific campaign (NHTSA 15V-089, 22V-509, 22V-703, 25V-745). Run your VIN above to confirm your exact vehicle.
What does the repair cost?⌄
Nothing. By federal law, safety recall repairs are free — parts and labor — at any authorized Kia dealer, for the life of the vehicle, regardless of where it was purchased or how many owners it’s had.
I’m buying a used Sorento. Should I worry about these recalls?⌄
No — just verify. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: if NHTSA 15V-089, 22V-509, 22V-703, 25V-745 is open, any Kia dealer (including us) closes it free before or after your purchase. A completed recall has no effect on the vehicle’s safety or value.
Verified as of 2026-07-15 against NHTSA. Source: NHTSA 15V-089 · NHTSA 22V-509 · NHTSA 22V-703 · NHTSA 25V-745.