How common are engine problems in the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid?

NHTSA lists 48 engine-related complaints out of 98 total complaints for the 2023 Sportage Hybrid, or 49% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid engine issues?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 Sportage Hybrid.

At what mileage do these engine problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 45,445 miles.

What specific engine symptoms do owners report?

Owners describe unintended cruise control acceleration to 110 mph, the gas engine failing to turn on, sudden hybrid system shutdowns, and sudden overheating.

Are engine complaints worse in 2023 than later Sportage Hybrid years?

NHTSA data shows 48 engine complaints (49% share) for 2023, compared to 9 complaints (50% share) for 2024 and 4 complaints (31% share) for 2025.

2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid Engine Problems

Engine complaints make up 48 of 98 total complaints (49%) for the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid, the largest single problem area for this model year. No related recalls are listed. Median mileage at failure is 45,445 miles.

Engine complaints: 48; 49% of 98
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 45,445 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Cruise control unexpectedly surges to 110 mph on its own, sometimes even after the driver turns cruise control off, requiring a restart to regain control.
The gasoline engine intermittently fails to engage, capping acceleration around 40 mph and limiting driving range, even at highway speeds.
The hybrid system triggers a sudden shutdown mid-drive, showing a "hybrid system malfunction, do not drive" warning with no prior notice.
The engine overheats suddenly without warning during normal driving conditions in moderate temperatures.
A "Check Hybrid System, Stop Safely" alert appears within the first few thousand miles of ownership, limiting the car to about 20 mph.

When 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid engine complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 24, 2023, latest Aug 21, 2026.

48 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2023 to Aug 2026; peak Jul 2025 (4).

Engine recalls for the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Sportage Hybrid model year

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

202348 (49%)
20249 (50%)
20254 (31%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid?: NHTSA lists 48 engine-related complaints out of 98 total complaints for the 2023 Sportage Hybrid, or 49% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid engine issues?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 Sportage Hybrid.
At what mileage do these engine problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 45,445 miles.
What specific engine symptoms do owners report?: Owners describe unintended cruise control acceleration to 110 mph, the gas engine failing to turn on, sudden hybrid system shutdowns, and sudden overheating.
Are engine complaints worse in 2023 than later Sportage Hybrid years?: NHTSA data shows 48 engine complaints (49% share) for 2023, compared to 9 complaints (50% share) for 2024 and 4 complaints (31% share) for 2025.