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Kia Sorento Phev problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Sorento Phev from 2022 to 2026: 44 owner complaints and 11 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (22), 2025 (12), 2023 (8).

Kia Sorento Phev
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain14
Electrical13
Engine11
Other / unknown8
Fuel & propulsion5
Brakes4
Forward collision avoidance4
Seat belts2

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2022522–
202328–
202402–
2025312–
202610–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Kia Sorento Phev?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (22), 2025 (12), 2023 (8).

How many recalls has the Kia Sorento Phev had?

Across 2022–2026, NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).