Kia Recalls (2010-2026)
Kia has 156 recall campaigns on record across 22 models and the 2010 to 2026 model years. Most involve the electrical system, service brakes, and power train.
Kia scores 22 out of 100 (grade D) for recall severity, which ranks it 50 of 52 makes and busier than most brands. The score is the recall-weighted average of its models, so the brands with the most do-not-drive and critical-safety recalls sit at the bottom. How the score works.
In total, NHTSA lists 156 Kia recall campaigns across 22 models for the 2010-2026 model years. The single largest affected 1,730,192 vehicles. The system recalled most often is the electrical system.
A high recall count usually tracks how many cars a brand sells and how long its models have been on the road, not how dangerous they are. The safety score below adjusts for that by weighing how serious and recent each recall is. The table further down breaks every Kia model out so you can see which ones drive the count.
Kia recalls by year
Kia recalls by affected system
How Kia compares
Makes ranked by recall-severity score (higher is better). Kia is highlighted.
| Rank | Make | Score | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| #47 | Rivian | D 28 | 22 |
| #48 | Hyundai | D 26 | 198 |
| #49 | Saab | D 24 | 5 |
| #50 | Kia | D 22 | 156 |
| #51 | Mercury | F 18 | 16 |
| #52 | Genesis | F 11 | 32 |
All Kia models
| Model | Score | Recalls | Largest recall | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento | D 27 | 40 | 1,730,192 | 2010-2026 |
| Sportage | F 13 | 21 | 1,730,192 | 2010-2026 |
| Forte | F 10 | 18 | 1,730,192 | 2010-2023 |
| Optima | D 29 | 18 | 1,730,192 | 2010-2019 |
| Soul | D 23 | 18 | 1,730,192 | 2010-2023 |
| Telluride | F 16 | 16 | 462,869 | 2020-2025 |
| Sedona | B 60 | 14 | 980,377 | 2010-2020 |
| K5 | D 20 | 9 | 250,547 | 2021-2026 |
| EV9 | F 14 | 8 | 42,677 | 2024-2026 |
| Carnival | F 7 | 7 | 141,032 | 2022-2026 |
| Niro | B 79 | 7 | 121,411 | 2017-2025 |
| Stinger | F 14 | 7 | 36,248 | 2018-2023 |
| Cadenza | F 6 | 6 | 1,730,192 | 2014-2020 |
| Niro EV | F 16 | 6 | 80,255 | 2020-2025 |
| Rio | F 6 | 5 | 1,730,192 | 2012-2022 |
| EV6 | D 24 | 4 | 62,872 | 2022-2024 |
| K900 | F 5 | 4 | 1,730,192 | 2015-2020 |
| Seltos | F 12 | 4 | 147,249 | 2021-2024 |
| K4 | D 20 | 3 | 42,677 | 2025-2026 |
| Niro PHEV | F 10 | 3 | 121,411 | 2018-2025 |
| Borrego | F 3 | 2 | 1,730,192 | 2010-2019 |
| Rondo | F 5 | 2 | 1,730,192 | 2010-2011 |
Recent Kia recalls
- Carnival
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
- K4
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the …
- Telluride
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride vehicles, equipped with power front seat(s). Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to p…
- Carnival
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, …
- Sportage
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…
- K5
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tan…
- Sorento
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking s…
- Sorento
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire…
Common questions about Kia recalls
- How many recalls does Kia have?
- NHTSA has 156 Kia recall campaigns on record across 22 models for the 2010 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the electrical system, service brakes, and power train.
- Which Kia has the most recalls?
- The Kia Sorento has the most recall campaigns of any Kia model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.
- Is Kia reliable when it comes to recalls?
- Kia scores 22 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 50 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.
- How do I check a Kia for recalls?
- Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Kia. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Recalls for other makes
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For sourcing and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.