How many brake complaints does the 2017 Kia Sorento have?

NHTSA lists 27 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Kia Sorento, which is 3% of the 804 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Kia Sorento?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints for the 2017 Kia Sorento.

At what mileage do brake problems usually show up on the 2017 Sorento?

The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints was 12,610 miles.

Did any brake complaints involve crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to the 27 brake complaints for the 2017 Kia Sorento, with no fires reported.

Is the brake issue worse in 2017 than other Sorento years?

No. The 3% complaint share for 2017 is lower than years like 2011 through 2014, which ranged from 10% to 13%, though it is similar to 2016, 2018, and 2019.

2017 Kia Sorento Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 27 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Kia Sorento, 3% of all complaints filed for the year. Median mileage at failure was 12,610 miles, with 3 crashes and 2 injuries reported. There is no related recall for this issue.

Brakes complaints: 27; 3% of 804
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 12,610 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the electronic parking brake engaging on its own in slow traffic and refusing to release until the car was shut off and restarted.
Several drivers describe all dashboard warning lights illuminating at highway speed, including brake, ABS, and stability control warnings, that cleared after a restart.
Some owners report the smart cruise control and autonomous emergency braking system failing to stop the vehicle or activating unexpectedly when approaching another car.
One complaint describes the ABS locking up during braking at low speed and causing the vehicle to skid into the car ahead.
A few owners report sudden loss of power steering and brake assist along with engine shutdown while driving at highway speed.
One case involved a hydraulic brake hose that needed replacement after warning lights came on at 65 mph.

When 2017 Kia Sorento brake complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 19, 2016, latest Jul 6, 2026.

27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2016 to Jul 2026; peak Jan 2017 (4).

Brakes recalls for the 2017 Kia Sorento

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Sorento model year

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

200515 (5%)
200627 (11%)
200736 (23%)
200868 (31%)
200915 (27%)
20100 (0%)
2011152 (10%)
2012113 (13%)
201394 (10%)
201495 (10%)
201543 (6%)
201633 (3%)
201727 (3%)
20188 (3%)
201914 (3%)
20205 (4%)
20212 (1%)
202218 (10%)
202313 (11%)
20246 (15%)
20255 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2017 Kia Sorento have?: NHTSA lists 27 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Kia Sorento, which is 3% of the 804 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Kia Sorento?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints for the 2017 Kia Sorento.
At what mileage do brake problems usually show up on the 2017 Sorento?: The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints was 12,610 miles.
Did any brake complaints involve crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to the 27 brake complaints for the 2017 Kia Sorento, with no fires reported.
Is the brake issue worse in 2017 than other Sorento years?: No. The 3% complaint share for 2017 is lower than years like 2011 through 2014, which ranged from 10% to 13%, though it is similar to 2016, 2018, and 2019.