2018 Kia Sorento Recall List
3 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Kia Sorento, affecting structure & body, steering, and airbags. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Kia dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 1
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Sep 19, 2022
- Owner complaints
- 254
All 2018 Kia Sorento recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 22V703000Sep 19, 2022Structure & Body70,887 vehiclesPark Outside
Trailer hitches
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Risk: A 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 inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
- NHTSA 18V656000Sep 21, 2018Steering97 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.
Risk: If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC167.
- NHTSA 17V784000Dec 8, 2017Airbags2,014 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
Risk: If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC159.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2018 Kia Sorento have?
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2018 Kia Sorento, covering structure & body, steering, and airbags.
- Are 2018 Kia Sorento recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2018 Kia Sorento?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 22V703000, reported Sep 19, 2022, concerning the structure & body.