2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 32
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
41% of complaints
Complaints per year
2023: 32 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 45 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
41% · 13 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On [XXX] at [XXX], while driving northbound on [XXX] in Montgomery County, MD, just before Exit [XXX] (about 10-15 minutes after leaving home), the engine overheat warning came on. My child was in the vehicle with me.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-05
While driving on Oregon I-205 south bound received a refill inverter coolant warning. I was on my way to the dealer for other issues and decided to let the dealer fix it. About five miles down the freeway I began to lose power.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-11
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel/propulsion system
31% · 10 reportsElectrical system
22% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a loud and squeaky noise was intermittently coming from the driver's side cabin.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-03-20
Power train
16% · 5 reportsStructure
9% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2023-07-27Trailer hitches22V703000 Kia America, Inc.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge.
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2023-10-27Back over prevention23V610000 Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC280.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V703000 · Trailer hitches
- Recall 23V610000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.