2024 Kia Sportage recalls and problems

The 2024 Kia Sportage has 3 safety recalls and 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kia dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

7 / 0

Injuries / deaths

10 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2024 Kia Sportage recalls

Recall 25V-874: Trailer Hitches, Electrical System

Reported Dec 17, 2025 · 5,046 vehicles affected · Kia America, Inc.

Problem: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) and 2024-2025 Sportage vehicles equipped with a 4.2" screen and a Genuine Kia tow hitch harness accessory. Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Risk: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the tow hitch harness control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC359. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 31, 2025.

Recall 24V-422: Steering

Reported Jun 7, 2024 · 1,075 vehicles affected · Kia America, Inc.

Problem: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC319.

Recall 24V-025: Structure

Reported Jan 18, 2024 · 101,049 vehicles affected · Kia America, Inc.

Problem: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.

Risk: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.

2024 Kia Sportage problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	21
Electrical System	16
Forward Collision Avoidance	14
Engine	11
Structure	8
Visibility/Wiper	7
Service Brakes	6
Visibility	5
Lane Departure	5
Air Bags	4
Steering	4
Fuel/Propulsion System	4

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 8
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 8
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 4
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4
Lane Departure › Assist — 3
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 22,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2024 Kia Sportage complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Oct 21, 2026

1. COMPONENT & INSPECTION: Electrical System / CAN-Bus network architecture and gateway modules. The vehicle and parts are available for inspection upon request. 2. SAFETY RISK: The CAN-bus drops communication while driving at road speeds. Critical safety systemsâincluding Forward Collision-Avoidance, Blind-Spot Monitors, and Electronic Stability Controlâinstantly shut down mid-trip. Losing active stability and driver assists while moving on public highways poses an immediate, severe crash hazard to myself and others. 3. DEALER CONFIRMATION: Yes. An authorized Kia dealer scanned the…

Engine · reported Oct 21, 2026

The vehicle experiences an intermittent, severe safety malfunction tied to the Idle Stop & Go (ISG) auto-stop system. When brought to a complete stop at intersections or red lights, the engine shuts off normally to conserve fuel. However, when releasing the brake pedal, the engine completely fails to auto-restart and stalls out in live traffic. The vehicle locks up, flashes an error message on the instrument cluster instructing the driver to shift to Park or Neutral to restart, and requires a hard manual key cycle to get the vehicle moving again. This intermittent defect has occurred over the…

Engine · reported Oct 6, 2026

My 2024 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige has experienced at least 3 intermittent, unexpected engine shutdowns while driving or in traffic. The cause remains unidentified. The first occurred before [XXX] (exact date unknown). While stopped at a red light in Drive, I realized the vehicle had completely shut off. The engine was not running and all screens/displays were black. There was no warning. On [XXX], the same failure occurred without warning at approximately 60 mph during a longer highway drive. The engine shut off and all screens went black. I nearly collided with an 18-wheeler. No collision…

Visibility/Wiper · reported Oct 6, 2026

On XXX, while driving my 2024 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige on [XXX] after exiting XXX, traveling west toward [XXX], the panoramic moonroof glass suddenly shattered without warning. It sounded like a gunshot going off very loudly inside the vehicle and badly startled both me and my service dog. The glass had no known prior damage, nothing had been placed on it, and I did not see or hear anything strike it. I pulled over and found the panoramic glass extensively shattered, with thousands of small fragments and areas of glass missing. I saw no evidence of an external impact. I received a…

Structure · reported Sep 18, 2026

I purchased a used 2024 Kia Sportage EX Gas that showed signs of trim peel at 5,000 miles. My extended warranty said they do not cover trim. I noticed multiple cars in our parking lot experiencing the same issues on 2024 or older models. In addition, the low gas indicator does not appear on the infotainment system after the Kia Connect expired despite gas being as low as 32 miles projected (avg. 24 mpg normal range). The Sportage lane assists yellow indicator comes on sporadically when changing lanes without or with the turn signal on. The steering assist will turn off when you go through a…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Kia Sportage have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2024 Kia Sportage: 25V-874 (trailer hitches, electrical system), 24V-422 (steering), 24V-025 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Kia Sportage?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (21 reports), followed by electrical system (16). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 22,500 miles.

Are Kia recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kia dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.