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Buying a used 2019 Kia Sorento? Check these 2 recalls first
Only two recalls are listed, tow hitch wiring fire risk with outdoor parking advised and a backup camera that can go blank from water intrusion, but the complaint record is the largest of this group: 426 unverified owner reports including 19 fires, 16 injuries and 10 crashes. Engine dominates by a wide margin, followed by electrical system and structure. The gap between a short recall list and heavy engine complaint volume defines this model year.
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.
- Ask for full engine service history, including any warranty engine work or replacement
- Confirm the tow hitch wiring repair and inspect for added trailer wiring
- Test the backup camera and look for water intrusion around the tailgate
- 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 2019 Kia Sorento
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sorento and Sportage tow hitch wiring fire risk · park outside | Trailer Hitches | critical |
| Kia Sorento backup camera can go blank from water | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
426 complaints filed for this model year, including 10 mentioning a crash, 19 a fire and 16 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 | 155 | None found |
| Electrical System | 68 | None found |
| Structure | 54 | None found |
| Power Train | 51 | None found |
| Fuel System | 24 | None found |
| Exterior Lighting | 22 | None found |