2023 Kia Sportage 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 6 2023 Kia Sportage recalls, newest first
Jan 18, 2024Structure, BodyKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 to 2024 Sportage and 2022 to 2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Risk: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.
NHTSA campaign 24V025000 · Kia America, Inc.
Jul 31, 2023Power Train, Automatic TransmissionPark outsideKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul, Sportage, and 2023 to 2024 Seltos vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC275.
NHTSA campaign 23V531000 · Kia America, Inc.
Jun 7, 2023Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Power AssistKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC272.
NHTSA campaign 23V410000 · Kia America, Inc.
Apr 26, 2023Electrical System, Instrument Cluster/panelKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug in Hybrid, Niro Hybrid, Niro Plug in Hybrid, Soul, and Telluride vehicles equipped with a digital instrument cluster containing a 4.2" LCD screen. The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk: A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270.
NHTSA campaign 23V298000 · Kia America, Inc.
Nov 28, 2022Air Bags, Side/windowKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been twisted during installation.
Risk: A twisted air bag can deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC257.
NHTSA campaign 22V878000 · Kia America, Inc.
Aug 29, 2022Electrical System, Alternator/generator/regulatorKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The alternator battery positive terminal nut may loosen, which can result in an engine stall or an electrical surge.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash, and an electrical surge increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the alternator battery positive terminal nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC248.
NHTSA campaign 22V651000 · Kia America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2023 Kia Sportage. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2023 Kia Sportage 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.