How many visibility and wipers complaints does the 2014 Kia Sorento have?

NHTSA lists 27 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers area for the 2014 Kia Sorento, which is 3% of the 986 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Kia Sorento sunroof or windshield?

No related recalls are listed in the data for this problem area.

What is the most common visibility problem on the 2014 Kia Sorento?

The most frequently described issue in sample complaints is the sunroof glass spontaneously shattering while the vehicle is being driven, with failures reported at a median mileage of 17,500.

Did the sunroof shattering cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes tied to this problem area for the 2014 Sorento, but 1 fire and 1 injury are recorded among the 27 complaints.

How does the 2014 Sorento compare to other years for this problem?

The 2014 model's 27 Visibility & Wipers complaints are close to 2011 (29), 2012 (28), and 2013 (31), suggesting this was a persistent issue across those early model years rather than unique to 2014.

2014 Kia Sorento Visibility & Wipers Problems

NHTSA lists 27 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2014 Kia Sorento, about 3% of its 986 total complaints for the year. The dominant pattern is spontaneous sunroof shattering while driving, reported at a median 17,500 miles. No related recalls are listed for this area.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 27; 3% of 986
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 17,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Owners report the sunroof glass shattering or exploding suddenly while driving at highway speed, often described as sounding like a gunshot or explosion.
Several owners say the sunroof failure happened with no rock strike or visible cause, sometimes leaving a large hole in the glass.
One owner reported the rear fixed windows leaked water during a touchless car wash.
One owner reported both side mirrors adjusted inward on their own at low speed.
One owner reported the backup camera going black for a few seconds right after shifting into reverse, blocking the view behind the vehicle.

When 2014 Kia Sorento visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 28, 2013, latest May 11, 2026.

27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2013 to May 2026; peak Oct 2013 (2).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2014 Kia Sorento

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by Sorento model year

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

20100 (0%)
201129 (2%)
201228 (3%)
201331 (3%)
201427 (3%)
201511 (1%)
201623 (2%)
20179 (1%)
20187 (3%)
201921 (5%)
20205 (4%)
202110 (4%)
202216 (8%)
202311 (9%)
20244 (10%)
20256 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How many visibility and wipers complaints does the 2014 Kia Sorento have?: NHTSA lists 27 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers area for the 2014 Kia Sorento, which is 3% of the 986 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Kia Sorento sunroof or windshield?: No related recalls are listed in the data for this problem area.
What is the most common visibility problem on the 2014 Kia Sorento?: The most frequently described issue in sample complaints is the sunroof glass spontaneously shattering while the vehicle is being driven, with failures reported at a median mileage of 17,500.
Did the sunroof shattering cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes tied to this problem area for the 2014 Sorento, but 1 fire and 1 injury are recorded among the 27 complaints.
How does the 2014 Sorento compare to other years for this problem?: The 2014 model's 27 Visibility & Wipers complaints are close to 2011 (29), 2012 (28), and 2013 (31), suggesting this was a persistent issue across those early model years rather than unique to 2014.