Should I Buy a Kia Sorento?

Complete buying guide for the Kia Sorento: best years, worst years, common problems, recall history, and reliability trends across all model years.

Best Years to Buy

These Kia Sorento model years have the fewest complaints and best reliability:

Years to Avoid

These model years have the most complaints and known issues:

Common Problems Across All Years

• Hvac Blower Motor Wiring Fire Risk — 2 reports
• Rearview Camera Failure — 2 reports
• Tow Hitch Harness Fire Risk — 2 reports
• Vehicle Fires — 2 reports
• Engine Failure/Excessive Oil Consumption — 2 reports
• Engine Failure/Stalling — 2 reports
• Instrument Cluster Display Failure — 1 reports
• Incorrect Spare Tire Impairing Abs/Traction Control — 1 reports
• Loss Of Drive Power/Engine Stalling — 1 reports
• Parasitic Battery Drain/No-Start Condition — 1 reports

All Model Years