2018 Kia Sorento Recalls & Safety Report
The following open safety recalls are on record with the U.S. NHTSA for the 2018 Kia Sorento. Recalls apply to specific VINs and build ranges. Check your VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
TRAILER HITCHES Critical safety
Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
NHTSA campaign # 22V703000 · Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc. · Reported: 2022-09-19
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Critical safety
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.
Risk: If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC167.
NHTSA campaign # 18V656000 · Manufacturer: Kia Motors America · Reported: 2018-09-21 · Steering
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW Critical safety
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
Risk: If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC159.
NHTSA campaign # 17V784000 · Manufacturer: Kia Motors America · Reported: 2017-12-08 · Airbag
Recall summary
This 2018 Kia Sorento has 3 open recalls on record with the U.S. NHTSA.
By affected component
- TRAILER HITCHES — 1 recall
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM — 1 recall
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW — 1 recall
By severity
- Critical safety — 3
Most recent recall reported: 2022-09-19.
Recall data is sourced from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Kia Sorento have open recalls?
Yes — there are 3 open NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2018 Kia Sorento. Recalls apply to specific VIN and build ranges, so check your exact VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
How do I check if a recall applies to my exact VIN?
This page lists recalls at the model level. Enter your 17-character VIN on our free VIN lookup to see which recalls apply to your specific car and to monitor it for new ones.
Who pays for a recall repair?
Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by a franchised dealer for the affected make — the manufacturer covers the cost. Start by confirming your VIN is affected, then contact a dealer.
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