Every 2017 Kia Sorento recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Trailer Hitches · NHTSA 22V703000
Sep 19, 2022Trailer HitchesPark outside
- Problem
- 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, which can result in a fire.
- Risk
- A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- 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. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
Full recall details for 22V703000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 18V907000
Dec 19, 2018Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Full recall details for 18V907000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 17V586000
Sep 21, 2017Engine and Engine Cooling:Engine
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Sorento vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may fail.
- Risk
- If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crankshaft, and, as necessary, replace the engine sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC153.
Full recall details for 17V586000 →Trailer Hitches · NHTSA 16V862000
Nov 30, 2016Trailer Hitches
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC142.
Full recall details for 16V862000 →
2017 Kia Sorento complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 805 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Kia Sorento, reporting 13 crashes, 32 fires, 17 injuries. Kia has issued at least 242 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine386
- Exterior Lighting125
- Unknown Or Other104
- Steering97
- Electrical System96
- Fuel/Propulsion System39
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (99)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (70)
- Equipment (37)
- Engine (27)
- Steering (26)
- Power Train (21)
Read Kia Sorento owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2017 Kia Sorento
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in 3 investigations. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
- Loss of Motive Power
PE23019Opened Nov 13, 2023Closed Jul 23, 2024
- Loss of Motive Power
DP22003Opened Sep 12, 2022Closed Dec 12, 2023
- Engine Oil Pressure Switch Leak
DP21002Opened Nov 12, 2021Closed Jun 26, 2023
What people reported
Owners have filed 805 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Kia Sorento. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Fire
“The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while seated inside the vehicle with three other occupants and the engine turned off, there was black smoke quickly coming from underneath the hood. The contact and the passengers exited the vehicle.”
2017 KIA SORENTOJul 31, 2026 · FL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11753979
Fire
“The contact owned a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor, and there was white smoke coming from underneath the hood.”
2017 KIA SORENTOJun 5, 2026 · KS
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11742388
Fire
“The contact owned a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate as needed. No warning light was illuminated.”
2017 KIA SORENTOApr 6, 2026 · CA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11729428
Fire
“Engine caught on fire while driving down the hhighway in SC. Vehicle was towed to Fred Anderson KIA of Greer & has since been sold by them after sitting in their lot for almost 3 years. I was driving down the highway not knowing my car was on fire.”
2017 KIA SORENTOMar 7, 2026 · SC
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11722746
Fire
“Going down the interstate on 2/7/26, 56 miles from home and my Kia lost power, no lights or warning, loud bang from the engine, smoke rolling out of the back and engine is completely dead. 149,000 miles.”
2017 KIA SORENTOFeb 9, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11716788
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