2021 Kia Sorento recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 4 2021 Kia Sorento recalls, newest first
Sep 25, 2025Electrical System, WiringKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 to 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.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 25V649000 · Kia America, Inc.
Oct 11, 2022Power Train, Automatic TransmissionKia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 to 2022 Sorento and 2021 to 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.
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. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC250.
NHTSA campaign 22V760000 · Kia America, Inc.
Sep 19, 2022Trailer HitchesPark outsideKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 to 2022 Sorento, 2021 to 2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022 to 2023 Sorento Plug In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017 to 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.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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 campaign 22V703000 · Kia America, Inc.
Jul 8, 2021Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryKia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021 to 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.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.
NHTSA campaign 21V519000 · Kia Motors America
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Kia Sorento. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2021 Kia Sorento has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.