How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Kia Sorento?

NHTSA lists 49 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Sorento, which is 6% of the 804 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Kia Sorento?

This data shows no related recalls specifically listed for the 2017 Sorento's fuel system, though one owner complaint references an existing engine campaign number handled at a dealership.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2017 Sorento?

NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 66,500 miles at the time of failure for fuel system issues.

Are the 2017 Sorento's fuel system problems dangerous?

NHTSA records 4 fires and 1 injury among the 49 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Sorento, with no crashes reported.

2017 Kia Sorento Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 49 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Kia Sorento, 6% of all 804 complaints for that year, with 4 fires and 1 injury reported. Median mileage at failure was 66,500. No related recalls are linked in this data, though owners reference an existing engine campaign in some complaints.

Fuel System complaints: 49; 6% of 804
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 66,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report strong fuel odor from the engine bay or rear of the vehicle, sometimes followed by white smoke and flames coming from under the hood.
Several complaints describe stalling or sudden loss of power at low-to-moderate speeds, including one incident at 35 mph with the check engine light flashing.
High-pressure fuel pump leaks were found leaking gasoline into the engine oil, discovered during dealer inspections after an oil odor or performance issue.
Some drivers noticed the vehicle shuddered or died unexpectedly at highway speed, later diagnosed by a dealer as a fuel pump failure.
A few reports describe hesitation or surging when pulling away from a stop, occurring since the vehicle was new.

When 2017 Kia Sorento fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 15, 2018, latest Aug 1, 2026.

49 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2018 to Aug 2026; peak Jun 2023 (4).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Kia Sorento

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by Sorento model year

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

20100 (0%)
201119 (1%)
201239 (4%)
201338 (4%)
201450 (5%)
201531 (4%)
201656 (4%)
201749 (6%)
201813 (5%)
201928 (7%)
20209 (7%)
202124 (10%)
202214 (7%)
20236 (5%)
20242 (5%)
20254 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Kia Sorento?: NHTSA lists 49 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Sorento, which is 6% of the 804 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Kia Sorento?: This data shows no related recalls specifically listed for the 2017 Sorento's fuel system, though one owner complaint references an existing engine campaign number handled at a dealership.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2017 Sorento?: NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 66,500 miles at the time of failure for fuel system issues.
Are the 2017 Sorento's fuel system problems dangerous?: NHTSA records 4 fires and 1 injury among the 49 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Sorento, with no crashes reported.