2016 Kia Sportage Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 134 owner complaints for the 2016 Kia Sportage. The EPA rates it 21 to 23 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 134
- Crashes / fires reported
- 8 / 5
- EPA combined
- 21–23 MPG
2016 Kia Sportage recalls
Service Brakes, HydraulicFeb 2, 2022 · NHTSA 22V051000+
Risk: An engine compartment 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 install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
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 2016 Kia Sportage problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine62
- Service Brakes38
- Hydraulic31
- Unknown or Other18
- Electrical System17
- Fuel/Propulsion System9
- Power Train8
- Vehicle Speed Control7
2016 Kia Sportage gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage FWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 21 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Sportage AWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,900 |
| Sportage SX FWD | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,900 |
| Sportage SX AWD | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,050 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2016 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Kia Sportage, most recently for the service brakes, hydraulic (Feb 2, 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Kia Sportage problems?
Owners filed 134 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (62), service brakes (38), hydraulic (31).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Kia Sportage get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Kia Sportage at 21 to 23 MPG combined (best version: 21 city / 28 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.