Kia engine recalls and safety complaints: 4954 reports across 16 models. See which Kia vehicles have the most engine problems.
Engine failures in Kia vehicles have been reported to NHTSA by vehicle owners. These reports help identify systemic problems and can lead to manufacturer recalls. Below are the Kia vehicles most affected by engine problems.
| Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 Kia Telluride | 7 |
| 2022 Kia Telluride | 13 |
| 2021 Kia Telluride | 29 |
| 2020 Kia Telluride | 76 |
| 2021 Kia Stinger | 2 |
| 2019 Kia Stinger | 6 |
| 2018 Kia Stinger | 9 |
| 2023 Kia Sportage | 9 |
| 2022 Kia Sportage | 11 |
| 2021 Kia Sportage | 7 |
| 2020 Kia Sportage | 48 |
| 2019 Kia Sportage | 17 |
| 2018 Kia Sportage | 51 |
| 2017 Kia Sportage | 130 |
| 2016 Kia Sportage | 33 |
| 2015 Kia Sportage | 54 |
| 2024 Kia Soul | 2 |
| 2023 Kia Soul | 5 |
| 2022 Kia Soul | 21 |
| 2021 Kia Soul | 78 |
| 2020 Kia Soul | 138 |
| 2019 Kia Soul | 51 |
| 2018 Kia Soul | 90 |
| 2017 Kia Soul | 144 |
| 2016 Kia Soul | 328 |
| 2015 Kia Soul | 435 |
| 2023 Kia Sorento | 5 |
| 2022 Kia Sorento | 18 |
| 2021 Kia Sorento | 2 |
| 2020 Kia Sorento | 37 |
There are 4954 reported engine complaints across 16 Kia models spanning 2015–2026. These reports are sourced from the NHTSA consumer complaint database.
The 2024 Telluride, 2022 Telluride, 2021 Telluride have the highest number of engine complaints among Kia vehicles.
Engine issues can range from minor inconveniences to serious safety hazards. Check individual vehicle reports for severity details, crash reports, and whether recalls have been issued.