2025 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 3 2025 Kia Sorento recalls, newest first
Jan 27, 2026Electrical System, Instrument Cluster/panelKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025 to 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays" and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
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.
Fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over the air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC361. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 9, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V046000 · Kia America, Inc.
Aug 25, 2025Engine And Engine Cooling, Critical FastenersKia 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.
Fix: Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.
NHTSA campaign 25V548000 · Kia America, Inc.
Jan 13, 2025Electrical System, Body Control ModuleKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 to 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.
Fix: Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.
NHTSA campaign 25V006000 · Kia America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2025 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 2025 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.