Our reliability score is based on the J.D. Power and Associates Vehicle
Dependability Study (VDS) rating or, if unavailable, the J.D. Power
Predicted Reliability rating.
Scorecard
Reliability:
Key:
2017 Kia Sorento Recalls
There have been 3 safety recalls issued from NHTSA.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSRecall Date: 12/18/2018
Summary: 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.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 71653
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
Dates of Manufacture: APR 18, 2011 to NOV 22, 2016
Manufacturer Recall Number: SC172
NHTSA Campaign ID: 18V907000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINERecall Date: 09/20/2017
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Sorento vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may fail.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 62
Consequence: If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crankshaft, and, as necessary, replace the engine sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC153.
Dates of Manufacture: MAR 26, 2017 to MAR 29, 2017
Manufacturer Recall Number: SC153
NHTSA Campaign ID: 17V586000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMRecall Date: 11/29/2016
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Potential Number of Units Affected: 10212
Consequence: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC142.
Dates of Manufacture: OCT 26, 2014 to AUG 24, 2016
Manufacturer Recall Number: SC142
NHTSA Campaign ID: 16V862000
2017 Kia Sorento Warranty
Kia covers the 2017 Sorento with a five-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
J.D. Power and Associates Power Circle Ratings do not include all information used to determine J.D. Power and Associates awards. See JDPower.com for more information on Power Circle Ratings. Your experience may vary.
All information provided by J.D. Power and Associates is proprietary information owned by J.D. Power and Associates and is protected by U.S. and international copyright law and conventions. Reproduction of this information, in whole or in part, by any means is prohibited without the express written consent of J.D. Power and Associates, other than printing copies of the J.D. Power and Associates content by site visitors for their personal use. J.D. Power and Associates® is a registered trademark of J.D. Power and Associates.
Find the Best Price
Enter your zip code to get local pricing.
Get Dealer Quotes
To get dealer quotes, enter your zip code.
Search Used Listings
To search used listings, enter your zip code.
Change Location
Enter your zip code to see listings near you.
Find the Best Car for You
Search for a Car
Already know what you are looking for? This is a good place to start. Go to Advanced Search »