2021 Kia Sorento Recalls
5 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2021 Kia Sorento — components, risks, and free remedies, plus how to check your exact VIN.
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 Kia Sorento, reported between 2021-07-08 and 2025-09-25. They cover the electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, power train and seat belts and 1 other systems. The most recent is campaign 25V649000 (2025-09-25), electrical system / wiring / fuses and circuit breakers. One recall carries an NHTSA “park it” or “park outside” warning. Recall repairs are free at franchised Kia dealers, and a VIN check shows which campaigns apply to a specific vehicle.
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2021 Kia Sorento recalls (NHTSA)
| Campaign # | Reported | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
25V649000 |
2025-09-25 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire. | Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025. |
22V760000 |
2022-10-11 | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power. | Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC250. |
22V703000 |
2022-09-19 | TRAILER HITCHES | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249. |
22V447000 |
2022-06-23 | SEAT BELTS:FRONT | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment. | Contact a dealer |
21V519000 |
2021-07-08 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail. | Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214. |
Source: U.S. NHTSA recalls database. Recalls apply to specific build dates/batches — decode your VIN to confirm which apply to your exact vehicle. Last updated .
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How many recalls does the 2021 Kia Sorento have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 Kia Sorento, covering the electrical system (1), fuel system, gasoline (1), power train (1), seat belts (1) and 1 other system.
What is the most recent recall on the 2021 Kia Sorento?
Campaign 25V649000, reported to NHTSA on 2025-09-25, for the electrical system / wiring / fuses and circuit breakers. Kia America, Inc.
How do I check if my 2021 Kia Sorento has an open recall?
NHTSA tracks recalls by VIN, because a recall usually applies only to specific production dates and component batches — not every 2021 Kia Sorento. Decode your 17-character VIN on VinSnap (or NHTSA's own VIN lookup) to see exactly which recalls apply to your vehicle and whether the free remedy has already been completed.
Are recall repairs free on a 2021 Kia Sorento?
Yes. Under U.S. law, safety-recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised Kia dealers, regardless of the vehicle's age, mileage, or warranty status. You should not be charged for parts or labour on an open safety recall.
What should I do if my 2021 Kia Sorento has an open safety recall?
Contact a franchised Kia dealer with your VIN and book the free recall repair. If the recall is marked "Park It" or "Park Outside", follow that guidance immediately. Keep your contact details current with the manufacturer so recall notices reach you.