CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (10 reports).
2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid recalls
Tow hitch wiring can short and cause a fire
The tow hitch wiring harness module on these vehicles can accumulate debris and moisture on its circuit board.
Seat Belt Pretensioner May Explode in a Crash
Certain 2021-2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles have front seat belt pretensioners that may explode when they deploy during a crash.
Most common 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 21 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 10 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 |
What owners report
Recall SA512 was previously completed on my vehicle. The problem is happening again. Since there are no open recalls, I am unable to get it fixed under the recall.
On [XXX] we were driving the Kia at slow speed due to snow on the road when a warning light came on which we think said hybrid vehicle failure pull over. The car stopped and the traffic lane with the engine off. The car would not start and we were exposed to traffic. Fortunately, we were on a country road at the time about a mile from our house and we were not struck by following vehicle when the car shut off and stopped in the traffic lane. If we had been on a beltway with 60 or 65 mph traffic obviously the result wouldâve been quite different. Because I felt the vehicle was not safe to drive. I had it towed to the Kia dealer in Salisbury Pocahontas Kia, who have not been able to dupli
There is a malfunction in the vehicles.computer system that gives a warning about low coolant level for the hybrid battery. It's been been seen by the KIA dealer and the issue keeps arriving.
For a few days ( especially if is a HOT day (over 80F) ) my 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid with 15,421 miles on it displays a "Refill Inverter Coolant" message. I checked the coolant level and is OK. After my research, it seems that the factory put the wrong Blue inverter coolant instead Red (all other KIA hybrid cars have Red coolant) . I found out that there is a KIA Technical Service Bulletin SA515 that addresses this issue. Called a few dealers in GA and I have been told that they need the cars for 7-10 days for investigation. Why???? when there is a Service Bulletin.. On top of this, I have been told that I need to rent a car at my expense and fight with KIA Corp to be reimbursed. This is Out
My Kia Sorento will shift from drive to first or second gearâs several times. Iâve been told by the dealership that Iâm probably touching the shifter accidentally, I disagree. My opinion is that this is a safety concern because it slows the vehicle down. My vehicle also at times does not accelerate. These two issues are intermittent.
2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid questions
Does the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid: Tow hitch wiring can short and cause a fire; Seat Belt Pretensioner May Explode in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (10), Electrical System (10), Unknown Or Other (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.