Worst 2024 Kia Sorento Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Body Structure
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Kia Sorento.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 10 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Body Structure | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brakes | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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Recalls for 2024 Kia Sorento
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~74,564 vehicles.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Sorento vehicles. The motor driven power steering (MDPS) wiring harness may be incorrectly assembled, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
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2024 Kia Sorento — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2024 Kia Sorento reliable?
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Does the 2024 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2024 Kia Sorento?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Kia Sorento reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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