All 2018 Kia vehicles: 26 models tracked with 1142 complaints and 27 recalls. Compare safety ratings and recall history for every 2018 Kia.
The 2018 Kia lineup includes 26 models tracked in our database. Below is a comprehensive comparison of safety data including NHTSA complaints, recalls, and safety ratings for every 2018 Kia vehicle.
| # | Model | Complaints | Recalls | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kia Sorento | 240 | 3 | ★★★★★ |
| 2 | Kia Optima | 220 | 2 | ★★★★★ |
| 3 | Kia Soul | 199 | 1 | ★★★★★ |
| 4 | Kia Sportage | 150 | 3 | ★★★★★ |
| 5 | Kia Forte | 133 | 3 | ★★★★★ |
| 6 | Kia Stinger | 64 | 4 | — |
| 7 | Kia Niro | 62 | 3 | — |
| 8 | Kia Sedona | 44 | 3 | ★★★★★ |
| 9 | Kia Rio | 24 | 1 | — |
| 10 | Kia Cadenza | 6 | 1 | — |
| 11 | Kia Amanti | 0 | 0 | — |
| 12 | Kia Borrego | 0 | 1 | — |
| 13 | Kia Carnival | 0 | 0 | — |
| 14 | Kia Ev6 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 15 | Kia Ev9 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 16 | Kia Forte Koup | 0 | 0 | — |
| 17 | Kia K4 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 18 | Kia K5 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 19 | Kia K900 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 20 | Kia Miami | 0 | 0 | — |
| 21 | Kia Rondo | 0 | 0 | — |
| 22 | Kia Seltos | 0 | 0 | — |
| 23 | Kia Sephia | 0 | 0 | — |
| 24 | Kia Spectra | 0 | 0 | — |
| 25 | Kia Tekiar | 0 | 0 | — |
| 26 | Kia Telluride | 0 | 0 | — |
There are 27 recalls across 26 Kia models for the 2018 model year. These recalls address safety defects identified by NHTSA and the manufacturer.
The 2018 Amanti, Borrego, Cadenza have the most reported issues among 2018 Kia vehicles.
Safety varies by model. Check individual vehicle reports for NHTSA safety ratings, crash test results, and specific recall information. With 27 total recalls, some models may have significant issues to address.