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2025 Kia Sportage recalls and problems

The 2025 Kia Sportage has 1 safety recall and 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kia dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
55
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
8 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2025 Kia Sportage vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 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.

2025 Kia Sportage problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other21
Electrical System15
Forward Collision Avoidance12
Engine7
Service Brakes6
Power Train6
Structure5
Vehicle Speed Control5
Steering4
Lane Departure3
Back Over Prevention3
Visibility/Wiper3

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 5
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 5
  • Structure › Body — 3
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 2
  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 1
  • Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,000 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 2025 Kia Sportage complaints

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

Engine · reported Oct 21, 2026
While driving to work this morning, I experienced an unintended engine acceleration while at a stop sign. It was about 7:30am at the time of event, I had been driving for about 10 minutes up to that point. Prior to that, the vehicle had been in the garage all evening. The temperature outside was cool, but I had no heat or air turned on at the time of event. I was at a complete stop at a stop sign on the corner of Bertrand Rd and S Third St in Niles, Michigan. I was waiting for the cross traffic to go across, and while I sat there with my foot on the brake, the engine accelerated and the car…
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Oct 14, 2026
"2025 Kia Sportage unexpectedly applies braking when vehicles are traveling in adjacent lanes and are not in my path of travel. The event is intermittent and creates a safety concern because the vehicle decelerates when no collision risk exists. Vehicle was inspected by a Kia dealer, but the condition could not be duplicated during a road test." My safety and those around me is at risk. Going 70 mph on interstate highway is no time to randomly brake. No others have inspected the car. This appeared about 3 months ago. Dealers want shrug it off unless Kia pays for it but say that they must be…
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Oct 14, 2026
"2025 Kia Sportage unexpectedly applies braking when vehicles are traveling in adjacent lanes and are not in my path of travel. The event is intermittent and creates a safety concern because the vehicle decelerates when no collision risk exists. Vehicle was inspected by a Kia dealer, but the condition could not be duplicated during a road test." My safety and those around me is at risk. Going 70 mph on interstate highway is no time to randomly brake. No others have inspected the car. This appeared about 3 months ago. Dealers want shrug it off unless Kia pays for it but say that they must be…
Structure · reported Sep 25, 2026
I was involved in a rollover accident and the driver's side door opened during the accident. Had I not been wearing my seatbelt, I would have been ejected from the vehicle.
Structure · at 25,000 miles · reported Sep 4, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while performing a normal inspection on the vehicle, the body side molding from the front to the rear on the passenger’s side of the roof had detached. The contact stated that the driver's side of the vehicle had started to detach from the rear. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Kia Sportage have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Kia Sportage: 25V-874 (trailer hitches, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Kia Sportage?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (21 reports), followed by electrical system (15). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,000 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.