2025 Kia Sorento: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Kia Sorento: 3 recalls, 76 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
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.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #25V548000 · 2025 · 30 vehicles
What's wrong: Kia america, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 k4 and sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine May have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 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, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (22): the most common themes are electrical failure (11), door / lock issues (6), stalls / loses power (6).
- Other / unknown (20): the most common themes are electrical failure (4).
- Transmission & drivetrain (19): the most common themes are warning light on (10), hard / delayed shifting (10), stalls / loses power (6).
- Engine (19): the most common themes are warning light on (9), stalls / loses power (3).
The 2025 Kia Sorento has 76 owner complaints, ranking #20 of 24 Sorento model years for complaints (well below the 425 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (39 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 4,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (42 complaints, 2 recalls), 2026 (6 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 28 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2025 Kia Sorento. 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 problems?
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (22), other / unknown (20), transmission & drivetrain (19).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Kia Sorento get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (S8)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Kia Sorento repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.