CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Kia Sportage has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 146 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 11 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (84 reports).
2015 Kia Sportage recalls
Brake Control Module Can Short and Cause Engine Fire
The module that controls the anti-lock and traction control brake system (the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit) can malfunction and develop an electrical short.
Fuel Pipe Leak Can Cause Engine Fire
Certain Kia Optima, Sorento and Sportage vehicles that previously had an engine replaced under an earlier recall, warranty, or product improvement campaign may have a high pressure fuel pipe near the fuel pump that was damaged, misaligned or improperly tightened during that engine replacement.
Most common 2015 Kia Sportage problems
Problem areas named in the 146 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 84 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 |
| Unknown Or Other | 25 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
What owners report
I own a 2015 Kia Sportage VIN in detail. On 7-2-2026, an authorized Kia dealer completed the anti-theft ignition campaign. Within days of that repair, my daughter was driving at highway speed when the ignition moved from the ON/RUN position to ACC. The engine shut off, resulting in loss of power steering and brake assist. Fortunately, she was able to safely pull over. The servicing dealer has stated that the ignition's ability to rotate from RUN to ACC with minimal pressure is normal and that the vehicle is safe. However, because this incident occurred immediately following the anti-theft campaign and involved a loss of engine power while driving it appears there could be a casual impact.
Engine fire which led to explosion and total loss.
Unjustified Denial of Engine Warranty Coverage - 2015 Kia Sportage "I am filing this complaint because Kia is denying warranty coverage for a known engine defect (rod bearing failure in the Theta II GDI engine) on my 2015 Kia Sportage. The manufacturerâs denial is based on the claim that I did not perform the KSDS (Knock Sensor Detection System) software update in previous years. However, I have officially performed this update at an authorized Kia dealership (Hendrick Kia of Cary) on April 17, 2026. Despite my vehicle now fully complying with the recall requirements, Kia continues to deny the warranty claim by retroactively applying a 'missed update' penalty. This is a clear attempt to ev
I own a 2015 Kia Sportage with an open safety recall (NHTSA Recall No. 22V051 / SC227B). The vehicle became undriveable years ago due to engine issues. I contacted both the dealership and Kia several times, but no one has responded or completed the recall. I received no notification letter. The vehicle has sat inoperable for years, and I had to stop payments because the engine failed and posed a safety risk. I am requesting NHTSA intervention as Kia has failed to complete the safety recall in a timely manner.
The car just quit running as I was driving. It would not turn over using jumper cables. I had it towed to a local mechanic where they replaced the starter and the battery. Upon picking it up, it was making noises that it did not make previously.
2015 Kia Sportage questions
Does the 2015 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2015 Kia Sportage: Brake Control Module Can Short and Cause Engine Fire; Fuel Pipe Leak Can Cause Engine Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Kia Sportage?
Based on 146 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (84), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (28), Unknown Or Other (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Kia Sportage 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.