2025 Kia Sorento Phev: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Kia Sorento Phev: 3 recalls, 12 owner complaints.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #24V920000 · 2024 · 1,385 vehicles
What's wrong: Kia america, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 sorento plug-in hybrid vehicles. During a crash, the steering rack May damage the fuel line, which can result in a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a cover around the fuel line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025.
Electrical, Exterior lights Vehicle recall #25V006000 · 2025 · 74,469 vehicles
What's wrong: Kia america, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 sorento, 2025 sorento hybrid, and 2025 sorento plug-in hybrid vehicles. A software error in the body domain control unit (bdc) May cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the bdc software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025.
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V046000 · 2026 · 42,677 vehicles
What's wrong: Kia america, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia k4, 2025-2026 sorento, sorento hybrid, sorento plug-in hybrid electric (phev), 2026 sportage, sportage hybrid, sportage phev, k5, ev9, carnival, and carnival hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display May fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) numbers 101,…
Why it matters: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (ota) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Forward collision avoidance (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2025 Kia Sorento Phev has 12 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 5 Sorento Phev model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 9). Complaints peaked in 2026 (11 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 15,146 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (2 complaints, 0 recalls), 2026 (0 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Kia Sorento Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2025 Kia Sorento Phev. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Kia Sorento Phev problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (4), transmission & drivetrain (3), electrical (3).
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