2026 Kia Sorento: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2026 Kia Sorento: 2 recalls, 6 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Tires Vehicle recall #25V745000 · 2025 · 45 vehicles
What's wrong: The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (tcs). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 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, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Backup camera (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2026 Kia Sorento has 6 owner complaints, ranking #23 of 24 Sorento model years for complaints (well below the 425 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 3,800 miles. Neighboring years: 2025 (76 complaints, 3 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 2026 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2026 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 2026 Kia Sorento problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (2), brakes (1), backup camera (1).
What gas mileage does the 2026 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 2026 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.