KIA Sportage recalls

23 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

Latest recalls

26V046000 · KIA America, Inc.Electrical System recallDue to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.ElectricalOver-the-air update43KunitsJan 2625V874000 · KIA America, Inc.Electrical System recallDue to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail.ElectricalFree replacement5,046unitsDec 202524V422000 · KIA America, Inc.Steering recallThe circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.Steering & suspensionFree replacement1,075unitsJun 202424V025000 · KIA America, Inc.Structure recallThe roof molding may loosen and detach.Body & latchesFree replacement101KunitsJan 202423V652000 · KIA America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire…Park outsideBrakes & stabilityFree replacement1.7MunitsSep 202323V531000 · KIA America, Inc.Power Train recallThe electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the…Park outsideEngine & powertrainFree replacement40KunitsJul 202323V410000 · KIA America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement99KunitsJun 202323V298000 · KIA America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.ElectricalFree software update109KunitsApr 202322V878000 · KIA America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe side curtain air bags may have been twisted during installation.Air bagsFree repair77KunitsNov 202222V800000 · KIA America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallAn engine compartment fire originating from around the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may occur while parked or driving.Park outsideBrakes & stabilityFree replacement72KunitsOct 202222V703000 · KIA America, Inc.Trailer Hitches recallDebris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which…Park outsideEquipmentFree replacement71KunitsSep 202222V651000 · KIA America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe alternator battery positive terminal nut may loosen, which can result in an engine stall or an electrical surge.ElectricalFree repair20KunitsAug 202222V051000 · KIA Motors AmericaService Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an…Park outsideBrakes & stabilityFree repair127KunitsFeb 202221V137000 · KIA Motors AmericaService Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine…Park outsideBrakes & stabilityFree software update380KunitsMar 202120V750000 · KIA Motors AmericaEngine recallAn engine compartment fire can occur while driving.Engine & powertrainFree software update295KunitsDec 202019V101000 · KIA Motors AmericaEngine recallThe engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.Engine & powertrainFree replacement32KunitsFeb 201918V907000 · KIA Motors AmericaEngine recallThe high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during…Engine & powertrainFree replacement72KunitsDec 201817V224000 · KIA Motors AmericaEngine And Engine Cooling recallMachining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.Engine & powertrainFree replacement618KunitsMar 201716V862000 · KIA Motors AmericaElectrical System recallThe affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch…ElectricalFree replacement10KunitsNov 201616V815000 · KIA Motors AmericaElectrical System recallThe wire harness cover on the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may be improperly sealed allowing water to get onto the…ElectricalFree replacement72KunitsNov 201615V360000 · KIA Motors AmericaExterior Lighting recallIn the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may intermittently fail.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement7,722unitsJun 201514V023000 · KIA Motors CorporationEquipment recallThe certification label has incorrect tire pressure information printed on it, listing a specification that is 1 or 2 psi below…EquipmentFree repair12KunitsJan 201413V114000 · KIA Motors CorporationExterior Lighting recallOriginally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement980KunitsApr 2013