2024 Kia Sorento
2 recalls · 31 complaints · Safety Score C
Recall History
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Sorento vehicles. The motor driven power steering (MDPS) wiring harness may be incorrectly assembled, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the MDPS wiring harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC309.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/06/2026 | Engine and Engine Cooling | The contact owns a 2024 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the radiator was leaking. The vehicle was taken to a local ... | No | No |
| 03/28/2026 | Unknown or Other | The Panoramic sunroof randomly exploded while driving down the highway. Nothing around us or above us to cause it. Mysel... | No | No |
| 02/25/2026 | Service Brakes,back Over Prevention | EBP light comes on dash while driving. Codes have been determined by dealership but refuse to fix unless light is active... | No | No |
| 01/20/2026 | Electrical System,fuel/Propulsion System,forward Collision Avoidance | Car has sensor issues. It ran into pole and median after defective collision assist said sensor was blocked. Has emissio... | Yes | No |
| 01/18/2026 | Air Bags,service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance | 1. **Component or System Failure:** - The malfunction occurred in the **automatic braking system** while the vehicle ... | Yes | No |
| 01/01/2026 | Power Train,fuel/Propulsion System | The vehicle is jerky, loss of power, jolts, and very high concern of safety while in use. | No | No |
| 12/09/2025 | Visibility/Wiper | Panoramic sunroof panel spontaneously exploded at highway speed. | No | No |
| 11/19/2025 | Unknown or Other | The Panoramic roof glass shattered. It was not hit by any external debris. It just exploded scaring the driver almost lo... | No | No |
| 11/12/2025 | Air Bags,seat Belts,unknown or Other | I was involved in an automobile collision. It was a T- Bone collision on the driver side. My vehicle flipped on it's sid... | Yes | No |
| 11/12/2025 | Exterior Lighting | headlights and taillights went out while driving and a few seconds and then came back on and everything on the dash also... | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2024 Kia Sorento has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 31.
The 2024 Kia Sorento has a Safety Score of 49/100 (Grade C). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2024 Kia Sorento received a Safety Score of C. This vehicle has an average safety record. There are 4 crash reports on file. There are 1 fire reports.
Contact your nearest Kia dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).