2014 Kia Sorento Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 422 engine complaints for the 2014 Kia Sorento, 43% of all complaints for the year, with 31 fires, 4 crashes, and 4 injuries reported. Two engine recalls (17V224000 and 18V907000) apply, and median mileage at failure is 100,000.
- Engine complaints
- 422
- 43% of 986
- Crashes reported
- 4
- Fires reported
- 31
- Injuries reported
- 4
- Median mileage
- 100,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Engine bay catches fire, sometimes while parked or idling in a driveway with no warning light on beforehand.
- Loud knocking noise from the engine precedes smoke and, in some cases, illuminated check engine warnings.
- Vehicle loses power or fails to accelerate at highway speed, with the check engine light coming on before a dealer diagnoses the need for a full engine replacement.
- Sudden unintended acceleration is reported when shifting gears, including one case where the vehicle backed into an object.
- Owners describe engine failure tied directly to the recall campaign for premature bearing wear, requiring engine replacement under warranty or recall repair.
When 2014 Kia Sorento engine complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 31, 2013, latest Sep 16, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2014 Kia Sorento
- NHTSA 18V907000Dec 19, 2018Engine71,653 vehicles
Engine
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 17V224000Mar 31, 2017Engine618,160 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Risk: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147.
Engine 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 engine complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Kia Sorento?
- NHTSA lists 422 engine complaints for the 2014 Sorento, which is 43% of the 986 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there an engine recall for the 2014 Kia Sorento?
- Yes. Recall 17V224000 covers premature bearing wear from machining errors that can require engine replacement, and recall 18V907000 addresses a fuel pipe inspection tied to prior engine replacements.
- Did the 2014 Kia Sorento engine problems cause fires?
- NHTSA data shows 31 fires reported in connection with engine complaints for the 2014 Sorento, along with 4 crashes and 4 injuries.
- At what mileage do 2014 Kia Sorento engine problems typically happen?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2014 Sorento is 100,000 miles.