2023 Kia Sportage 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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 90 |
| 2024 | 18 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
34% of complaints: electrical system — 31 distinct reports on file.
24% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 22 distinct reports on file.
24% of complaints: engine — 22 distinct reports on file.
18% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH12% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Driving 5 hours away. Got to my destination parked and went to check in . Came back to my car and drove to where my room was going to be. I went to try to stop and the brakes were spongy and seems like it too forever to finally stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240112
The vehicle flashed and alarmed a brake system warning while traveling on a freeway. Braking was soft. Took a longer than usual amount of time to stop the vehicle at that point.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220902
SAFETY TIMELINE
Kia America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270.
Campaign 23V298000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V298000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2023 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage Hybrid?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.