Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2014 Kia Sorento
NHTSA data on file today
The 2014 Kia Sorento has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 988 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #23V652000 HECU May Cause Engine Compartment Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V331000 Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit May Short NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V519000 Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit May Short NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V907000 High Pressure Fuel Pipe May Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V224000 Bearing Wear may result in Engine Seizure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V356000 Right Front Axle Shaft Can Fracture NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 388 complaints
- Structure 160 complaints
- Electrical System 153 complaints
- Unknown or Other 147 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 86 complaints
- Power Train 72 complaints
Of the 988 complaints on file, 23 report a crash and 46 a fire; across all 988 complaints, owners report 24 injuries and 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,500–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2014 Kia Sorento has a below-average reliability rating due to a high number of complaints and several recalls, primarily related to engine, brake, and axle shaft issues. The data suggests frequent engine problems and brake-related safety recalls, including potential fire risks. While some issues like the axle shaft are specific to certain vehicles, overall, the evidence suggests potential for significant repairs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 50,000–100,000 miles | $2,500–$5,000 | common |
| Brake system | 30,000–80,000 miles | $300–$1,500 | occasional |
| Axle shaft | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | rare |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad replacement
- Tire rotations and alignment
- Battery inspection and replacement
- Transmission fluid check
- Coolant system maintenance
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Engine knocking sound
- Brake fluid leaks
- Illuminated check engine light
- Reduced braking effectiveness
- Unusual vibrations while driving
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 Kia Sorento at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.