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Buying a used 2018 Kia Sorento? Check these 3 recalls first
The 2018 Sorento has 3 recalls in this group, addressing tow-hitch fire risk, a side curtain air bag component risk and possible steering column separation. The tow-hitch recall includes a park-outside instruction. Among 252 NHTSA owner complaints, engine concerns appear in 104, exterior lighting in 41 and electrical system in 29. These are unverified owner reports, with 12 crashes, 11 fires and 11 injuries listed. Recall documentation and engine and lighting repair histories are distinct review priorities.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify tow-hitch recall completion and applicable park-outside instructions.
- Request steering column and side curtain air bag recall records.
- Review engine repairs and check exterior lighting operation.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Kia dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2018 Kia Sorento
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sorento and Sportage Tow Hitch Fire Risk · park outside | Trailer Hitches | critical |
| Kia Sorento Side Curtain Air Bag Component Risk | AIR Bags | high |
| Kia Sorento steering column may separate | Steering | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
252 complaints filed for this model year, including 12 mentioning a crash, 11 a fire and 11 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 104 | None found |
| Exterior Lighting | 41 | None found |
| Electrical System | 29 | None found |
| Steering | 26 | Yes |
| Fuel System | 13 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 10 | Yes |