Worst 2015 Kia Sorento Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Body Structure
Headlight/Taillight Failures
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Kia Sorento.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 353 | 6 | 8 | 93,361 mi | |
| Body Structure | 93 | 2 | — | 73,404 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 85 | 1 | — | 69,541 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 55 | — | 4 | 71,107 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 42 | 1 | — | 81,833 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 32 | 5 | — | 67,219 mi | |
| Airbags | 29 | 7 | — | 52,198 mi | |
| Fuel System | 27 | 1 | 1 | 45,656 mi | |
| Brakes | 19 | 2 | 3 | 81,540 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 19 | 3 | — | 52,042 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 14 | — | 1 | 100,763 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | — | — | 78,018 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 7 | — | — | 61,333 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 5 | — | — | 115,703 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | 1 | — | 72,000 mi | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Bulbs | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2015 Kia Sorento
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~952,393 vehicles.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
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.
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2015 Kia Sorento — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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