2023 Kia Sportage Phev: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Kia Sportage Phev: 2 recalls, 15 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V298000 · 2023 · 108,936 vehicles
What's wrong: Kia america, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 sportage, sportage hybrid, sportage plug-in hybrid, niro hybrid, niro plug-in hybrid, soul, and telluride vehicles equipped with a digital instrument cluster containing a 4.2" lcd screen.â â the instrument cluster May fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.â â as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
Why it matters: A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023.
Trailer hitch, Electrical Vehicle recall #25V874000 · 2025 · 5,046 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "controls and displays."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will replace the tow hitch harness control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
The 2023 Kia Sportage Phev has 15 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 4 Sportage Phev model years for complaints (1.7× the average Sportage Phev year). Complaints peaked in 2024 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 5,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (12 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Kia Sportage Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2023 Kia Sportage Phev. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Kia Sportage Phev problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (3), other / unknown (3), speed control / throttle (3).
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