How common are transmission and powertrain complaints on the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid?

NHTSA lists 17 Transmission & Powertrain complaints out of 42 total complaints for the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid, making up 40% of all complaints filed for this model year.

Is there a recall for the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid transmission or powertrain?

No. NHTSA does not list any related recalls tied to this problem area as of the latest data update.

At what mileage do these powertrain problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 16,386 miles.

Have these powertrain issues caused any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries tied to these Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid.

How does the 2025 model year compare to other Sorento Hybrid years for this issue?

The 2025 model year has the highest share of Transmission & Powertrain complaints at 40%, compared to 33% in 2024, 17% in 2023, and 17% in 2022.

2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Transmission & Powertrain Problems

Transmission & Powertrain complaints account for 17 of 42 total complaints (40%) filed on the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid, with a median failure mileage of 16,386 miles. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this issue.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 17; 40% of 42
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 16,386 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power on the highway, with the vehicle unable to exceed speeds around 20-35 mph despite pressing the accelerator.
Some describe the engine stalling or shutting off entirely while driving, including one case where the car coasted from 70 MPH down to 35 MPH before the EV system engaged.
Several report a noticeable delay or lag in acceleration, feeling like the transmission is stuck in a low gear or slow to shift, especially from a stop or on inclines.
Owners describe the vehicle entering limp mode, particularly when switching to EV mode, sometimes accompanied by a hybrid battery voltage or charge warning.
One owner reported the engine shaking violently on the highway with no warning lights, forcing an immediate pullover.
A recurring pattern involves the RPMs climbing without a corresponding increase in engine sound or actual acceleration.

When 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 26, 2025, latest Sep 11, 2026.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2025 to Sep 2026; peak Mar 2026 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Sorento Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20210 (0%)
20222 (17%)
20235 (17%)
20242 (33%)
202517 (40%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission and powertrain complaints on the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid?: NHTSA lists 17 Transmission & Powertrain complaints out of 42 total complaints for the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid, making up 40% of all complaints filed for this model year.
Is there a recall for the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid transmission or powertrain?: No. NHTSA does not list any related recalls tied to this problem area as of the latest data update.
At what mileage do these powertrain problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 16,386 miles.
Have these powertrain issues caused any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries tied to these Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid.
How does the 2025 model year compare to other Sorento Hybrid years for this issue?: The 2025 model year has the highest share of Transmission & Powertrain complaints at 40%, compared to 33% in 2024, 17% in 2023, and 17% in 2022.