2023 Kia Sorento Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 165 owner complaints for the 2023 Kia Sorento. The EPA rates it 24 to 37 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 165
- Crashes / fires reported
- 4 / 2
- EPA combined
- 24–37 MPG
2023 Kia Sorento recalls
Electrical SystemSep 25, 2025 · NHTSA 25V649000+
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.
Back Over PreventionAug 31, 2023 · NHTSA 23V610000+
Risk: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC280.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
EquipmentAug 15, 2023 · NHTSA 23V579000+
Risk: A detached air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver and front passenger sun visors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC277.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sorento vehicles. The air bag warning labels on the driver and front passenger sun visors may detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Trailer HitchesSep 19, 2022 · NHTSA 22V703000+
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2023 Kia Sorento problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System48
- Engine48
- Unknown or Other43
- Power Train28
- Fuel/Propulsion System17
- Forward Collision Avoidance15
- Service Brakes14
- Vehicle Speed Control13
2023 Kia Sorento gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento Hybrid FWD | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 39 | 35 | 37 | $1,750 |
| Sorento Hybrid AWD | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 36 | 33 | 34 | $1,900 |
| Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 35 | 33 | 34 | $1,900 |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,450 |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S8) | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,550 |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S8) | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,700 |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 23 | 25 | 24 | $2,700 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2023 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2023 Kia Sorento, most recently for the electrical system (Sep 25, 2025). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Kia Sorento problems?
Owners filed 165 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (48), engine (48), unknown or other (43).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Kia Sorento get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Kia Sorento at 24 to 37 MPG combined (best version: 39 city / 35 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.