2025 KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID
0 recalls — 26 complaints — 5/5 safety rating
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
26 total complaints
3 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 5 |
| STEERING | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 24, 2026
Incident date: May 11, 2026
Horn stopped working
SERVICE BRAKES
May 15, 2026
Incident date: May 13, 2026
Two occurrences. First, it was sprinkling rain when breaking before a stop sign at an intersection near my job, with no stop for oncoming traffic. I drove over a bump and it’s as if the car got confused and didn’t want to stop. I had to release the brake and slam on the brakes to stop. Second, s... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
May 15, 2026
Incident date: May 13, 2026
Two occurrences. First, it was sprinkling rain when breaking before a stop sign at an intersection near my job, with no stop for oncoming traffic. I drove over a bump and it’s as if the car got confused and didn’t want to stop. I had to release the brake and slam on the brakes to stop. Second, s... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 7, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
I am writing regarding my new Ford Bronco vehicle, VIN: [XXX] , purchased in November 2024, currently with 7,151.5 km. I recently received Ford’s official notice advising that the engine block heater in this vehicle may develop a coolant leak which could result in an electrical short circuit when... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 7, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
The hybrid system completely failed and ev battery completely discharged. That issue is a major safety concern and I no longer feel confident driving myself and my child in that vehicle. I was on a hilly 55mph County Road, with few turn offs, when the hybrid system failed, resulting in a loss of a... Read more
STEERING
Jan 7, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
The hybrid system completely failed and ev battery completely discharged. That issue is a major safety concern and I no longer feel confident driving myself and my child in that vehicle. I was on a hilly 55mph County Road, with few turn offs, when the hybrid system failed, resulting in a loss of a... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 26, 2025
Incident date: Oct 26, 2025
Backup camera frequently stops working. It displays a black screen (that sometimes includes a message stating to contact the dealer), stays on the main screen, turns the displayed image upside down, or the image may scroll/flash.
STEERING
Oct 26, 2025
Incident date: Oct 26, 2025
While driving home today, Sunday, October 6, 2025 in my BRAND NEW Kia Sportage with 1,325 miles on it, I stopped in traffic and my car refused to move forward. Suddenly, multiple alerts popped up on the screen: Ultrasonic sensor error or blockage, check blind spot safety, ABS, and eventually: U01010... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 26, 2025
Incident date: Oct 26, 2025
While driving home today, Sunday, October 6, 2025 in my BRAND NEW Kia Sportage with 1,325 miles on it, I stopped in traffic and my car refused to move forward. Suddenly, multiple alerts popped up on the screen: Ultrasonic sensor error or blockage, check blind spot safety, ABS, and eventually: U01010... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 22, 2025
Incident date: Oct 21, 2025
I’m loosing power when i drive
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 22, 2025
Incident date: Oct 21, 2025
I have a hybrid and 4 times now since we've owned it I experienced a lag during the transition from electric to gas power when I am stopped and try to move again (example at a stop sign or traffic light), which followed by a sudden, lurching acceleration when the gas does finally kick in. It's almos... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 22, 2025
Incident date: Oct 21, 2025
I have a hybrid and 4 times now since we've owned it I experienced a lag during the transition from electric to gas power when I am stopped and try to move again (example at a stop sign or traffic light), which followed by a sudden, lurching acceleration when the gas does finally kick in. It's almos... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 9, 2025
Incident date: Sep 8, 2025
On 9/5, a car darted out in front of me while I was traveling straight at 45 miles per hour. I hit the brakes but t-boned him. The car then spins around and hits me again on the passenger quarter panel. No emergency brake, precollision no warning light came on. The airbag didnt deploy. I hit my ches... Read more
Crash
2 injured
ENGINE
Sep 9, 2025
Incident date: Sep 8, 2025
While driving "No Oil pressure" alarm went off on my 2019 Chevrolet Silverado. I had to immediately pull off to the side of the road, upon inspection the Oil cooler line separated at the crimp joint. This is the exact failure mode as described in "N212326940 - Customer Satisfaction Engine Oil Cool... Read more
STEERING
Aug 25, 2025
Incident date: Aug 24, 2025
The electronic steering wheel lock went out causing the car to not start. Upon checking the Internet to see if anyone else was having this problem I found that it was a problem many Mercedes Benz owners have had and it's an expensive one. It's not just with my particular model and it's not limited t... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 16, 2025
Check engine light flashing and began to lose exceleration. Pulled off the highway and vehicle died. Unable to start it. Told that the engine is bad by a mechanic.
POWER TRAIN
Jul 21, 2025
Incident date: Jun 23, 2025
Bucking at low speeds. Only 48,000 miles on car. In the shop now to replace the torque converter.
POWER TRAIN
Jul 21, 2025
Incident date: Jun 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the transmission warning light illuminated while driving above 70 MPH on the highway. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The contact stated that ... Read more
STEERING
Jul 21, 2025
Incident date: Jun 23, 2025
My four month old Kia Sportage suddenly lunged forward two times. sudden Acceleration incident. [XXX]
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 24, 2025
Incident date: Jun 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jun 24, 2025
Incident date: Jun 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 24, 2025
Incident date: Jun 23, 2025
I have a 2025 KIASportage Hybrid that I loved due to all its safety features. Yesterday I was pulling into a parking space when my car lunged forward two times making very loud sounds. I was near a brick pillar it it tore off the right front of my car. The bricks were damaged. When I came home I lo... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
May 29, 2025
Incident date: May 3, 2025
Engine oil leak. An engine oil leak could potentially cause a fire hazard by igniting when leaking into hot components. It could cause engine damage due to inadequate lubrication leading to overheating and severe engine damage. The leak can contaminate the environment including soil and water, and ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
May 19, 2025
Incident date: May 16, 2025
The contact called for a customer who owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while opening and closing the front driver’s side door, there was a loud banging and clucking sound coming from the door. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
May 19, 2025
Incident date: May 16, 2025
The contact called for a customer who owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while opening and closing the front driver’s side door, there was a loud banging and clucking sound coming from the door. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 30, 2024
Incident date: Dec 15, 2024
This is my 2nd complaint re: the same issue. Loss of power during driving. Unable to accelerate. I need to pull over shut off the engine and turn it back on.
NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2025 KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID
2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash — Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash — Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash — Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash — Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 16.9% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard & Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID across all model years (2023–2026).
2
Total Recalls
212
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
12
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths