2025 Kia Sportage Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 74 owner complaints for the 2025 Kia Sportage. The EPA rates it 25 to 43 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 74
- Crashes / fires reported
- 9 / 0
- EPA combined
- 25–43 MPG
2025 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."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2025 Kia Sportage problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Unknown or Other25
- Electrical System19
- Forward Collision Avoidance14
- Engine9
- Power Train9
- Steering8
- Vehicle Speed Control8
- Service Brakes7
2025 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 | 32 | 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 | 27 | 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 2025 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 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 2025 Kia Sportage problems?
Owners filed 74 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are unknown or other (25), electrical system (19), forward collision avoidance (14).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Kia Sportage get?
The EPA rates the 2025 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.