2024 Kia Sportage
3 recalls · 58 complaints · Safety Score D
Recall History
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 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.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 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 com...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2026 | Engine,fuel/Propulsion System | On December 24, 2025, while driving in traffic, my Kia Sportage experienced severe lurching, bucking, and jerking, causi... | No | No |
| 03/18/2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Forward collision warning systems check error light hard braking occurred and scared the pee out of me. Camera blockage... | No | No |
| 02/15/2026 | Vehicle Speed Control | I was driving on the highway and had set the cruise control to 76. I then pushed the plus button once to increase the cr... | No | No |
| 02/02/2026 | Visibility | The contact owns a 2024 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof explode... | No | No |
| 01/02/2026 | Power Train | While driving the vehicle and selecting EV only mode the engine RPMs surge to about 3000. This happens frequently and I ... | No | No |
| 12/31/2025 | Electrical System,vehicle Speed Control,forward Collision Avoidance | Blank Instrument Panel Screen. abnormal CAN message which can cause certain instrument clusters with a 4.2” screen to re... | No | No |
| 12/30/2025 | Unknown or Other | While highway driving, suddenly and without warning, the panoramic sunroof shattered and exploded. Nothing hit the vehic... | No | No |
| 12/23/2025 | Visibility/Wiper | 6” Snow ice storm & negative degree temps 12/13/25 used heated windshield deicer. On 12/15 driving to work on a country ... | No | No |
| 12/20/2025 | Structure,visibility/Wiper | While traveling at approx 65 mph on a clear, debris-free Alaska highway in -5°F temperatures, the panoramic sunroof of m... | No | No |
| 12/16/2025 | Electrical System,vehicle Speed Control,unknown or Other | A month after buying my vehicle in February of 2024, while driving my vehicle the screen behind my steering wheel will b... | No | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 2024 Kia Sportage has 3 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 58.
The 2024 Kia Sportage has a Safety Score of 30/100 (Grade D). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2024 Kia Sportage received a Safety Score of D. This vehicle has a below-average safety record — review the specific recalls and complaints below. There are 6 crash reports on file.
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%).