Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2018 Kia Sorento has 79 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.
79
Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2026 | ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER | I have less than 100,000 miles on my 2018 Kia sorento. When I reached probably 50,000 miles this car... |
| Jan 30, 2026 | ENGINE | On January 30, 2026, I was driving with my daughter from Kansas City to Platte City when the vehicle... |
| Jan 16, 2026 | ENGINE | Noticed excessive oil consumption that turned into burning oil when the exhaust turned back of car b... |
| Dec 24, 2025 | ENGINE | Excessive oil consumption |
| Dec 12, 2025 | ENGINE | The engine suddenly failed while I was driving on the highway. The vehicle lost power without warnin... |
| Nov 17, 2025 | ENGINE | Engine is burning oil at a rate of almost one quart per week. The engine can be felt shaking when dr... |
| Nov 11, 2025 | ENGINE | Started the car and heard a knocking sound. No check engine or low oil light on the dash. Dealersh... |
| Oct 11, 2025 | ENGINE | My car for the last 2 years has had multiple malfunctions with misfiring and replacement of head gas... |
| Sep 1, 2025 | ENGINE | KIA Sorento 2018 The vehicle experienced engine failure due to piston ring damage at approximately 1... |
| Aug 22, 2025 | ENGINE | My Vehicle’s Problems Excessive Oil Consumption My engine kept losing oil far more rapidly than nor... |
| Aug 17, 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle ... |
| Aug 13, 2025 | ENGINE | I was driving and the vehicle shut off. All electric still on lights, radio, dash, etc. No issues or... |
| Aug 2, 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the en... |
| May 17, 2025 | ENGINE | Excessive oil consumption, 4 quarts in 2000 miles |
| May 1, 2025 | ENGINE | Engine oil is always law. Engine eats lots of oil. |
| Mar 31, 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the v... |
| Feb 14, 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the c... |
| Jan 19, 2025 | ENGINE | Was driving car it lost power, pulled over and had tow truck bring car to dealership. Dealership sta... |
| Jan 15, 2025 | ENGINE | Started with check engine light coming on then having problems with engine knocking last winter. Dur... |
| Jan 1, 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was he... |