2024 Kia Sportage Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 110 owner complaints for the 2024 Kia Sportage. The EPA rates it 25 to 43 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 110
- Crashes / fires reported
- 11 / 0
- EPA combined
- 25–43 MPG
2024 Kia Sportage recalls
Trailer HitchesDec 17, 2025 · NHTSA 25V874000+
Risk: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the tow hitch harness control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC359. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 31, 2025.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) and 2024-2025 Sportage vehicles equipped with a 4.2" screen and a Genuine Kia tow hitch harness accessory. Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
SteeringJun 7, 2024 · NHTSA 24V422000+
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC319.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
StructureJan 18, 2024 · NHTSA 24V025000+
Risk: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2024 Kia Sportage problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Unknown or Other28
- Electrical System25
- Vehicle Speed Control16
- Forward Collision Avoidance15
- Engine15
- Service Brakes11
- Visibility/Wiper9
- Structure9
2024 Kia Sportage gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage Hybrid FWD | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 42 | 44 | 43 | $1,500 |
| Sportage Hybrid AWD | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 38 | 38 | 38 | $1,700 |
| Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 36 | 35 | 35 | $1,850 |
| Sportage FWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,300 |
| Sportage X-pro | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,450 |
| Sportage AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 23 | 26 | 25 | $2,550 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2024 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2024 Kia Sportage, most recently for the trailer hitches (Dec 17, 2025). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Kia Sportage problems?
Owners filed 110 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are unknown or other (28), electrical system (25), vehicle speed control (16).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Kia Sportage get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Kia Sportage at 25 to 43 MPG combined (best version: 42 city / 44 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.