The 2025 Kia Sorento has a moderate safety risk profile with 3 recall campaigns and 59 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V5480002025-25-08

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Kia 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.

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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26V0460002026-27-01

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 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."

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.

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25V0060002025-13-01

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 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."

A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 59 owners have filed complaints about the 2025 Kia Sorento. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train8

02Unknown Or Other8

03Electrical System5

04Power Train,engine3

05Engine,fuel/propulsion System2

59 total across 1 model years (2025–2025)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Sorento Fuel Economy

23–36mpg combined

20-36city

27-36hwy

$1,200-$1,900/yr

Across 7 configurations, the 2025 Kia Sorento returns 23–36 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Sorento Hybrid FWD - Automatic (AM-S6)

36mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

36 city36 hwy~$1,200/yr7/10 Clean

Sorento Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AM-S6)

34mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

34 city34 hwy~$1,300/yr7/10 Clean

Sorento Plug-in Hybrid - Automatic (AM-S6)

33mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

33 city34 hwy~$1,350/yr9/10 Clean

Sorento FWD - Automatic (S8)

26mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average

Sorento AWD - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

23 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Sorento AWD - Automatic (AM-S8)

23mpg

2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Sorento FWD - Automatic (AM-S8)

23mpg

2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2025 Kia Sorento

38States

28%in top 3

11% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 38 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

2,15811%

FLFlorida

1,95810%

CACalifornia

1,4757%

PAPennsylvania

9355%

OHOhio

8244%

MOMissouri

7994%

ILIllinois

7844%

DCWashington DC

7104%

AZArizona

6843%

GAGeorgia

6673%

DEDelaware

6643%

NCNorth Carolina

6283%

NJNew Jersey

5923%

NYNew York

5803%

MDMaryland

5663%

OKOklahoma

4612%

INIndiana

4562%

UTUtah

4202%

WA380

CO367

TN351

OR337

MI309

MN296

NV253

NH246

WI203

VA181

AR171

WY154

RI153

AL148

ID141

KY136

SC135

MA124

CT112

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2025.

2025 Kia Sorento: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2025 Kia Sorento a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2025 Kia Sorento. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2025 Kia Sorento?

Yes, 3 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2025 Kia Sorento?

Fuel economy ranges from 23 to 36 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $824 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2025 Kia Sorento?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 59 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2025 compare to other Kia Sorento years?

Each Kia Sorento model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Kia Sorento overview page.