2025 Kia Sportage Phev
Only 6 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2025
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2025: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
3 of 6 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
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My 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV, brand-new with ~750 Miles, was in a low-speed collision with a parked vehicle when the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system failed. I was pulling out of a parking spot from a complete stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16
Also filed under Lane departure
This only happens on the freeway but happens every time on the freeway. When using adapted cruise control and you hit the brake, when you reengage the cruise the LKA comes on and the steering wheel begins to assist.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-29
Also filed under Lane departure
Lane departure
2 of 6 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing assist.
Wheels
1 of 6 total reports mentions: wheels.
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On [XXX] I took ownership of the described brand new vehicle from Kia of Portland OR,(12miles on the odometer) and insisted twice to sales management that the vehicle is prep'ed with a full fuel tank, fully charged battery and that tires are set to...
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-23
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-02-13Electrical system, trailer hitches25V874000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tow hitch harness control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC359.
Buy-smart checklist
2025 Kia Sportage Phev — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Lane departure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V874000 · Electrical system, trailer hitches
FAQ
- Is the 2025 Kia Sportage Phev 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 2025 Kia Sportage Phev?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 Kia Sportage Phev have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.