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 | 7 | 1 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2025 | 1 | 104 | 7 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 37 | 8 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 136 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2022 | 4 | 179 | 3 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 178 | 1 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 104 | 16 | 1 | 70 | Good |
| 2019 | 0 | 265 | 7 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2018 | 1 | 176 | 9 | 3 | 58 | Fair |
| 2017 | 2 | 509 | 18 | — | 59 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Sorento Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Sorento scores 1 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Kia Sorento Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1695 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kia Sorento reliable?+
The Kia Sorento scores 69/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 1695 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Sorento is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Sorento achieved the highest reliability score of 77/100 with 1 recall and 136 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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