Is the Kia Sorento Reliable?
2003–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Kia Sorento Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 3 | 82 | 5 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 35 | 7 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2023 | 3 | 122 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2022 | 8 | 165 | 3 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2021 | 4 | 147 | 1 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2020 | 1 | 97 | 16 | 1 | 66 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 255 | 7 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2018 | 3 | 168 | 3 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2017 | 3 | 492 | 18 | — | 61 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Sorento Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Sorento scores exactly at the suv average.
Known Kia Sorento Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1563 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kia Sorento reliable?+
The Kia Sorento scores 68/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 30 recall campaigns and 1563 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Sorento is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Sorento achieved the highest reliability score of 83/100 with 2 recalls and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a Sorento last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Kia Sorento owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Sorento will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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