2019 Kia Sportage: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Kia Sportage: 2 recalls, 70 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #21V137000 · 2021 · 379,931 vehicles
What's wrong: The electrical circuit in the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) May short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Why it matters: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (epb) will also receive a hecu software…
Trailer hitch Vehicle recall #22V703000 · 2022 · 70,887 vehicles
What's wrong: 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,…
Why it matters: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (36): the most common themes are warning light on (15), excess oil use (10), stalls / loses power (8).
- Other / unknown (14): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), electrical failure (3).
- Electrical (10): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), fire / smoke (4), warning light on (4).
- Transmission & drivetrain (7): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2), hard / delayed shifting (2).
The 2019 Kia Sportage has 70 owner complaints, ranking #22 of 31 Sportage model years for complaints (well below the 152 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (16 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 32,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (164 complaints, 3 recalls), 2020 (161 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 25 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 23 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Kia Sportage. 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 2019 Kia Sportage problems?
Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (36), other / unknown (14), electrical (10).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Kia Sportage get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic (S6)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Kia Sportage 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.