2015 Kia Sorento Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 755 owner complaints for the 2015 Kia Sorento. The EPA rates it 20 to 23 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 755
- Crashes / fires reported
- 21 / 14
- EPA combined
- 20–23 MPG
2015 Kia Sorento recalls
Service Brakes, HydraulicMay 10, 2021 · NHTSA 21V331000+
Risk: An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 20V-519. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC212.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Service Brakes, HydraulicAug 27, 2020 · NHTSA 20V519000+
Risk: If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Fuel System, GasolineDec 19, 2018 · NHTSA 18V907000+
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2015 Kia Sorento problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine363
- Unknown or Other114
- Structure100
- Exterior Lighting91
- Electrical System58
- Power Train42
- Service Brakes37
- Steering33
2015 Kia Sorento gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento FWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Sorento AWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Sorento FWD | 3.3 L 6 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Sorento AWD | 3.3 L 6 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,200 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2015 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Kia Sorento, most recently for the service brakes, hydraulic (May 10, 2021). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Kia Sorento problems?
Owners filed 755 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (363), unknown or other (114), structure (100).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Kia Sorento get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Kia Sorento at 20 to 23 MPG combined (best version: 20 city / 27 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.