2014 Kia Sorento Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 95 brake complaints for the 2014 Kia Sorento, 10% of all complaints for that year, with a median failure mileage of 78,500 miles. Three brake-related recalls, including HECU brake fluid leaks (campaigns 20V519000 and 21V331000), cover this model year.
- Brakes complaints
- 95
- 10% of 986
- Crashes reported
- 4
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 78,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal sinking to the floorboard with reduced stopping power, in some cases leading to a crash.
- Some describe total brake failure combined with steering wheel and pedal vibration or loss of steering assist while turning at low speed.
- Others report brakes gradually losing effectiveness until the vehicle rolls to a stop on its own during normal driving.
- A subset of complaints describe the ABS and traction control warning lights cycling on and off along with an erratic speedometer reading.
- One owner reported smoke and a fire from under the hood at low speed with no warning light illuminated, after long-term use of the vehicle.
When 2014 Kia Sorento brake complaints were filed
First complaint Nov 1, 2013, latest Aug 28, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2014 Kia Sorento
- NHTSA 23V652000Sep 25, 2023Brakes1,730,192 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
- NHTSA 21V331000May 10, 2021Brakes440,370 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 20V-519. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC212.
- NHTSA 20V519000Aug 27, 2020Brakes440,370 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.
Brakes complaints by Sorento model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Kia Sorento?
- NHTSA lists 95 brake complaints for the 2014 Sorento, which is 10% of all 986 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Kia Sorento?
- Yes. Three recalls cover brake issues on this vehicle, including 20V519000 and 21V331000 for brake fluid leaking inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit, and a broader 23V652000 recall.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2014 Sorento?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on this model year is 78,500 miles.
- Have brake problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2014 Sorento?
- NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint set shows 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 2 injuries reported.