2024 Kia Sportage Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Kia Sportage. Part of Generation 5 — 2023–present.

20232025
Complaints
86
per 10K Sold
5.3
US Sales
161,917
Crashes
14
Fires
0
Injuries
27
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2024 Kia Sportage Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#110 complaints

Electrical Faults

#28 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:17,000 mi
#36 complaints

Body Structure

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Kia Sportage.

Electrical Faults
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
17,000
Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
23,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2024 Kia Sportage

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~107,170 vehicles.

25V874000Trailer Hitches · Instrument Cluster
~5,046 affected

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) and 2024-2025 Sportage vehicles equipped with a 4.2" screen and a Genuine Kia tow hitch harness accessory. Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."

24V422000Steering:electric Power Assist System
~1,075 affected

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

24V025000Structure:body:roof And Pillars
~101,049 affected

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.

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2024 Kia Sportage — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Kia Sportage reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2024 Kia Sportage has 86 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2024 Kia Sportage?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (10 complaints); Engine Problems (8 complaints, avg 17,000 mi); Body Structure (6 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Kia Sportage?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 19,571 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2024 Kia Sportage?
NHTSA complaints for the 2024 Kia Sportage include 14 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 27 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2024 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 107,170 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2024 Kia Sportage?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Kia Sportage reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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