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2014 Kia Sorento recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2014 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
6
Park-it warnings
3
Complaints
988
Latest campaign
Sep 25, 2023

Recall summary by component6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsPark‑itLatestCampaign IDs
Service brakes, hydraulic33Sep 25, 2023
23V65200021V33100020V519000
Fuel system, gasoline1–Dec 19, 2018
18V907000
Engine and engine cooling1–Mar 31, 2017
17V224000
Power train1–Aug 13, 2013
13V356000

Safety recalls6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
3Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Sep 25, 2023Latest campaign
Sep 25, 202323V652000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Park outside, away from structures
DetailsHide details for campaign 23V652000
What's wrong
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk
An engine compartment 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 replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V652000 · Sep 25, 2023
May 10, 202121V331000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module

An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

Park outside, away from structures
DetailsHide details for campaign 21V331000
What's wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk
An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 20V-519. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC212.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V331000 · May 10, 2021
Aug 27, 202020V519000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module

If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.

Park outside, away from structures
DetailsHide details for campaign 20V519000
What's wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk
If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.
Campaign
NHTSA 20V519000 · Aug 27, 2020
Dec 19, 201818V907000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 18V907000
What's wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Campaign
NHTSA 18V907000 · Dec 19, 2018
Mar 31, 201717V224000

Engine and engine cooling: engine

Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V224000
What's wrong
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Risk
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V224000 · Mar 31, 2017
Aug 13, 201313V356000

Power train: axle assembly axle shaft

A fractured front axle may result in a loss of power to the wheels.

DetailsHide details for campaign 13V356000
What's wrong
Kia Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2014 front wheel drive Sorento vehicles manufactured January 7, 2013, through March 12, 2013; and equipped with 2.4 liter engines. Due to a manufacturing issue, the right front axle shaft may fracture.
Risk
A fractured front axle may result in a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, it may roll away. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2013. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542 . Kia's recall number is SC099.
Campaign
NHTSA 13V356000 · Aug 13, 2013
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component988

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
988Complaints filed
23Involving a crash
46Involving a fire
24Injuries reported · 1 death
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine388392293
Structure16016021
Electrical system15315593
Unknown or other147153105
Exterior lighting869010
Service brakes849322
Power train727210
Air bags515908
Fuel/propulsion system465263
Hydraulic374110
Steering354211
Vehicle speed control313211
Engine and engine cooling222010
Visibility182001
Suspension162000

15 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Engine and engine cooling

    “The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking abnormally and the engine seized, causing a crackling sound and a fuel leak.”

    Filed 10/05/2026 · ODI 11769048
  • Power train

    “Driving down the road and all of a sudden the red oil pressure light appeared then the engine light appeared. The car engine power then reduced and ultimately ended up stopping, turning the car off.”

    Filed 09/26/2026 · ODI 11767088
  • Engine

    “The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. There was no warning light illuminated.”

    Filed 09/16/2026 · ODI 11764804

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2014 Kia Sorento recall questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Kia Sorento have?

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Kia Sorento. The most recent, 23V652000 (reported September 25, 2023), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. 3 campaigns carry a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2014 Kia Sorento recalls for?

The largest group is service brakes, hydraulic, with 3 campaigns. Others: fuel system, gasoline (1), engine and engine cooling (1), power train (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Kia Sorento?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 388 complaints out of 988 filed with NHTSA (39%). Across all complaints, owners reported 23 crashs and 46 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2014 Kia Sorento?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Kia dealer.

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