VehicleVerdict

Kia Sportage Phev years to avoid

Across 2023–2026, no single Sportage Phev year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2023 drew the most complaints; 2026 the fewest.

55

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

2023–2026

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Kia Sportage Phev NHTSA complaints by model year25 complaints2023: 25 complaints2024: 18 complaints2025: 7 complaints2026: 5 complaints
Kia Sportage Phev NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every Sportage Phev year

YearComplaintsRecalls
202651
202571
2024181
2023252

Common questions

What is the best year for the Kia Sportage Phev?

By complaint volume, 2026 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Sportage Phev years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Kia Sportage Phev have?

Across all model years, the Sportage Phev has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 55 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.