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2023 Kia Sportage recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component7
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns | Park‑it |
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| Electrical system | 2 | – |
| Trailer hitches | 1 | – |
| Structure | 1 | – |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | – |
| Air bags | 1 | – |
Safety recalls7
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 17, 202525V874000 | Trailer hitchesAn instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V874000
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| Jan 18, 202424V025000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsA detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V025000
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| Jul 31, 202323V531000 | Power train: automatic transmission fluid/lubricantAn electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire. Park outside, away from structures DetailsHide details for campaign 23V531000
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| Jun 7, 202323V410000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: power assistA loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V410000
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| Apr 26, 202323V298000 | Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelA blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V298000
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| Nov 28, 202222V878000 | Air bags: side/window curtainA twisted air bag can deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V878000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Sportage Phev, Sportage, Sportage Hybrid. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component306
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 85 | 28 |
| Unknown or other | 69 | 23 |
| Engine | 67 | 22 |
| Service brakes | 48 | 16 |
| Power train | 38 | 12 |
| Vehicle speed control | 36 | 12 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 35 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 22 | 7 |
| Back over prevention | 13 | 4 |
| Air bags | 12 | 4 |
| Structure | 10 | 3 |
| Lane departure | 10 | 3 |
| Visibility | 9 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 9 | 3 |
| Steering | 8 | 3 |
19 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, merged from NHTSA model names Sportage, Sportage Hev, Sportage Phev.
Latest reports
- Engine
“Power lose while accelerating (Especially on the highway), misfire causing rough idle. Code reading P0301 for fuel injector in cylinder 1.”
- Unknown or other
“The rear cargo window spontaneously shattered while car was parked. The car was taken for repair to Auto Glass Systems in Springfield Illinois. They do all the repairs for the Kia dealership locally.”
- Electrical system
“Was driving my child to school when the Hybrid System alert came on, I only had a few seconds to try and pull over before the car completely shut down, we lost all motive power.”
Other Kia Sportage model years
- 20261 recall38 complaints
- 20251 recall73 complaints
- 20243 recalls106 complaints
- 20237 recalls306 complaints
- 20221 recall46 complaints
- 20212 recalls54 complaints
- 20202 recalls162 complaints
- 20192 recalls70 complaints
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2023 Kia Sportage recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Sportage have?
NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia Sportage. The most recent, 25V874000 (reported December 17, 2025), concerns trailer hitches. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2023 Kia Sportage recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 2 campaigns. Others: trailer hitches (1), structure (1), power train (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Kia Sportage?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 85 complaints out of 306 filed with NHTSA (28%). Across all complaints, owners reported 28 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Kia Sportage?
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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