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Kia Sportage Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

3 recall campaigns on record across 3 model years of the Kia Sportage. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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3
Recall Campaigns
3640
Owner Complaints
185
Reported Injuries
3
Reported Deaths
3 affected model years232 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2006

Affected Model Years

20261R · 35C20251R · 57C20061R · 69C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Brakes1 campaign (33%)
Other1 campaign (33%)
Electrical1 campaign (33%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Kia Sportage

ENGINE
760
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
281
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
271
POWER TRAIN
126
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
110
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
109
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
85
AIR BAGS
83
SERVICE BRAKES
81
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
80

Based on 3,640 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 3 deaths and 185 injuries reported.

All Kia Sportage Recall Campaigns

#09V1300002006 Kia SportageBrakes
Issued: Invalid Date

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE TH…

Risk: ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS, ALONE OR IN COMBINATION, MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.

#25V8740002025 Kia SportageOther
Issued: Invalid Date

TRAILER HITCHES

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 com…

Risk: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the tow hitch harness control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's n…

#26V0460002026 Kia SportageElectrical
Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As suc…

Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Cus…

Recalls by Component

1Brakes Recalls

#09V130000MY 2006

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUN…

1Electrical Recalls

#26V046000MY 2026

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, …

Kia Sportage Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Kia Sportage have?
The Kia Sportage has 3 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2006 through 2026.
Is my Sportage under recall?
Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.
What is the most recalled Sportage year?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 Kia Sportage has the highest recall campaign count (1 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.
Does a Sportage recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?
Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Who pays for recall repairs on a Sportage?
The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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