The Lemon IndexKia recalls.
Every NHTSA recall on the Kia models we track, by model and year. Check yours by VIN.
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Recalls by model. Campaigns per model, all years.
Tap a model for every recall in one list. Models on sale for more years have had more time to collect recalls.
The biggest Kia recalls. By vehicles in the campaign, since 2010.
- Brakes · recall issued Sep 2023 · Forte, Optima, Rio, Sorento, Soul, Sportage · model years 2010–2017 Park outside
The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
1,730,192 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V652000
- Lights · recall issued Apr 2013 · Forte, Optima, Sedona, Sorento, Soul, Sportage · model years 2007–2011
Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, model year 2010-2011 Soul, and model year 2011 Optima vehicles.
980,377 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V114000
- Engine · recall issued Mar 2017 · Optima, Sorento, Sportage · model years 2011–2014
Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
618,160 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V224000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2018 · Forte, Optima, Sedona · model years 2010–2013
In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
507,587 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V363000
- Seats · recall issued Jul 2026 · Telluride · model years 2020–2024 Park outside New: most likely still open
The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
462,869 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V430000
- Seats · recall issued Jun 2024 · Telluride · model years 2020–2024 Park outside
The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
462,869 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V407000
The newest Kia recalls.
- Seats · recall issued Jul 2026 · Telluride · model years 2020–2024 Park outside New: most likely still open
The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
462,869 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V430000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Apr 2026 · Sedona · model years 2022–2025 New: most likely still open
Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
141,032 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V232000
- Seats · recall issued Feb 2026 · Telluride · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash.
85,515 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V105000
- Electrical · recall issued Jan 2026 · Sorento · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
42,677 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V046000
- Trailer hitches · recall issued Dec 2025 · Sportage · model years 2024–2025 New: most likely still open
Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail.
5,046 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V874000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Nov 2025 · Optima · model years 2021–2024 New: most likely still open
A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
250,547 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V794000
Park-it warnings 14
NHTSA flagged these: don't drive the car, or park it outside, until the fix is done.
- Seats · recall issued Jul 2026 · Telluride · model years 2020–2024 Park outside New: most likely still open
The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
462,869 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V430000
- Seats · recall issued Jun 2024 · Telluride · model years 2020–2024 Park outside
The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
462,869 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V407000
- Suspension · recall issued Apr 2024 · Forte · model year 2023 Park it: don't drive
The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
215 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V244000
- Brakes · recall issued Sep 2023 · Forte, Optima, Rio, Sorento, Soul, Sportage · model years 2010–2017 Park outside
The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
1,730,192 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V652000
- Suspension · recall issued Sep 2023 · Forte · model year 2023 Park it: don't drive
The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
3,866 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V649000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Jul 2023 · Seltos, Soul, Sportage · model years 2023–2024 Park outside
The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.
39,765 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V531000
- Trailer hitches · recall issued Mar 2023 · Sedona · model years 2022–2023 Park outside
Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
3,555 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V179000
- Brakes · recall issued Oct 2022 · Sportage · model years 2008–2009 Park outside
An engine compartment fire originating from around the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may occur while parked or driving.
71,704 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V800000
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- Trailer hitches · recall issued Sep 2022 · Sorento, Sportage · model years 2016–2023 Park outside
Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
70,887 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V703000
- Trailer hitches · recall issued Aug 2022 · Telluride · model years 2020–2022 Park outside
Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
36,417 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V626000
- Brakes · recall issued Feb 2022 · Sportage · model years 2014–2016 Park outside
The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
126,747 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V051000
- Brakes · recall issued May 2021 · Optima, Sorento · model years 2013–2015 Park outside
Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
440,370 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V331000
- Brakes · recall issued Mar 2021 · Sportage · model years 2017–2021 Park outside
The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
379,931 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V137000
- Brakes · recall issued Aug 2020 · Optima, Sorento · model years 2013–2015 Park outside
Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
440,370 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V519000
Is one open on your Kia?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
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Questions
How many recalls does Kia have?
161 NHTSA recall campaigns on the 12 Kia models we track, model years 2000–2025. A campaign that covers several models or years counts once.
Which Kia has the most recalls?
The Kia Sorento, with 40 campaigns. Then the Optima (31), the Sportage (31), the Sedona (28). Models with more model years on sale have had more time to collect recalls.
What is the biggest Kia recall?
NHTSA 23V652000 (brakes, Sep 2023): 1,730,192 vehicles in the whole campaign, on the Forte, Optima, Rio, Sorento, Soul, Sportage among the models we track. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
What is the newest Kia recall?
Filed Jul 2026 for the Telluride (NHTSA 26V430000): The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
How do I check a Kia for recalls by VIN?
Type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Kia dealer: that shows whether a recall is still open on that car. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Is Kia reliable? · Recall check for every make
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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