Kia Sorento Phev years to avoid
The Kia Sorento Phev years to avoid are 2022 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2026 is the cleanest year on record.
60
Total complaints
8
Recall campaigns
2022–2026
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Sorento Phev years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | High complaint rate | 36 |
Every Sorento Phev year
Common questions
What are the worst Kia Sorento Phev years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Sorento Phev years to avoid are 2022. The cleanest year on record is 2026.
What is the best year for the Kia Sorento Phev?
By complaint volume, 2026 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Sorento Phev years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Kia Sorento Phev have?
Across all model years, the Sorento Phev has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 60 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.