Kia Sportage recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
38 recalls found for the Kia Sportage in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 4,688 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Kia Sportage | 1 | 27 |
| 2025 Kia Sportage | 1 | 51 |
| 2024 Kia Sportage | 3 | 71 |
| 2023 Kia Sportage | 6 | 191 |
| 2022 Kia Sportage | 1 | 46 |
| 2021 Kia Sportage | 2 | 51 |
| 2020 Kia Sportage | 2 | 160 |
| 2019 Kia Sportage | 2 | 70 |
| 2018 Kia Sportage | 3 | 164 |
| 2017 Kia Sportage | 4 | 399 |
| 2016 Kia Sportage | 2 | 131 |
| 2015 Kia Sportage | 2 | 146 |
| 2014 Kia Sportage | 3 | 122 |
| 2013 Kia Sportage | 3 | 381 |
| 2012 Kia Sportage | 5 | 392 |
| 2011 Kia Sportage | 6 | 181 |
| 2010 Kia Sportage | 2 | 20 |
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 3 | 80 |
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 3 | 98 |
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2 | 77 |
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1 | 111 |
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 3 | 68 |
| 2003 Kia Sportage | 0 | 4 |
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 3 | 234 |
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2 | 228 |
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 4 | 304 |
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 5 | 284 |
| 1998 Kia Sportage | 5 | 303 |
| 1997 Kia Sportage | 3 | 181 |
| 1996 Kia Sportage | 3 | 57 |
| 1995 Kia Sportage | 2 | 56 |
Has your Kia been repaired?
Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Kia dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.
Newest Kia Sportage recalls
- Jan 26, 202626V046000Electrical system42,677 vehiclesKia Sorento, Sorento Hybrid and 9 more models
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
- Dec 17, 202525V874000Trailer hitches, electrical system5,046 vehiclesKia Sportage Phev and Sportage
Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail.
- Jun 7, 202424V422000Steering1,075 vehicles2024 Kia Sportage
The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
- Jan 18, 202424V025000Structure101,049 vehiclesKia Carnival and Sportage
The roof molding may loosen and detach.
- Sep 25, 202323V652000Service brakes, hydraulic1,730,192 vehiclesKia Borrego, Rio and 10 more models
The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Park outside until repaired
- Jul 31, 202323V531000Power train39,765 vehiclesKia Seltos, Soul and 1 more model
The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.
Park outside until repaired
- Jun 7, 202323V410000Service brakes, hydraulic98,944 vehicles2023 Kia Sportage
The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist.
- Apr 26, 202323V298000Electrical system108,936 vehiclesKia Niro, Niro Phev and 5 more models
The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.