Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2015 Kia Sorento has 3 recalls, 737 complaints, and a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
3
Recalls
737
Complaints
★★★★★
Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 7, 2026
18V907000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine r...
20V519000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic C...
21V331000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid m...
Overall
★★★★★
Front Crash
★★★★★
Side Crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rating for: 2015 Kia Sorento SUV AWD
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Shift arm gear stuck- unable to shift from park to drive to neutral, reverse, etc. |
| Mar 17, 2026 | ENGINE | Was driving vehicle and it began to run hot, check engine light came on then started to make a knoc... |
| Feb 18, 2026 | POWER TRAIN,ENGINE | I was driving with my son when my 2015 Kia Sorento stopped in traffic. I remember warning lights com... |
| Feb 4, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Formal Complaint on Seized Headlight Sockets and Kia’s Obstruction of Essential Safety Maintenance ... |
| Feb 2, 2026 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, ... |
| Jan 30, 2026 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, ... |
| Jan 23, 2026 | TIRES | - I was driving down 55 mph. on dark, busy highway in Sarasota, Florida (Fruitville Rd.) at approxim... |
| Jan 22, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | The low beam headlights do not illuminate the highway sufficiently to drive safely. I lowered the a... |
| Jan 15, 2026 | ENGINE | Dealer driving car 35mph. Check engine light started flashing. Burning plastic smell from under hood... |
| Jan 13, 2026 | ENGINE | I am filing this complaint regarding a suspected safety defect involving the Theta II engine in my 2... |
| Jan 13, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE | I was driving down a very busy road and with no warning my car lost power. It would turn over but no... |
| Nov 5, 2025 | POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | My vehicle has a slow speed pick up and I’m getting code p0018 and has very rough idling ! |
| Oct 21, 2025 | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and shifted int... |
| Oct 20, 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V... |
| Oct 1, 2025 | ENGINE | Faulty motor I have changed oil early every time and every mechanic I’ve been to said the Kia motor ... |
| Aug 9, 2025 | STRUCTURE | I have the pearl white paint on this vehicle. It is peeling off the car. |
| Jul 20, 2025 | ENGINE | Engine started making rattling sounds during startup and when accelerating. Kia dealer said the eng... |
| Jul 18, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Oil pressure sensor and leaking oil. Also paint peeling off badly. Snow pearl white. I purchased ext... |
| Jul 11, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Paint randomly flys off the vehicle while driving. There are many documented issues with this white ... |
| Jul 7, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | White vehicle paint is peeling. Was told by dealer it's a known issue and is awaiting defect with p... |