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There is 1 official recall listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.
Vehicle report
2025 Kia Sportage
Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.
1 Total recalls
Dec 17, 2025 Latest recall date
44 Complaint reports
$2,191 Estimated fuel cost
Buyer interpretation
What this record means before you buy
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Owner complaint pattern
Owner complaints most often mention unknown or other, electrical system,unknown or other,engine, electrical system,vehicle speed control,forward collision avoidance. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.
Service bulletin signal
15 manufacturer communications are listed. These are not recalls, but they can reveal repair instructions, warranty extensions, software notices, or known service patterns.
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The fuel-cost estimate is based on a representative EPA match, not every trim. Confirm the actual engine, drivetrain, and tire setup before comparing this listing with another year or model.
Questions to ask the seller
- Can you show the current VIN recall status for this 2025 Kia Sportage?
- Do you have dealer invoices or campaign paperwork for the listed recall repairs?
- Have you noticed any issues related to unknown or other, electrical system,unknown or other,engine, electrical system,vehicle speed control,forward collision avoidance?
- Can I review recent maintenance records before the test drive?
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Safety ratings
Official safety ratings were found for 2 tested variants of the 2025 Kia Sportage.
Safety ratings can vary by tested body style, trim, drivetrain,
or variant. Do not assume every trim has the same rating unless
the official record says so.
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Kia Sportage SUV FWD Default | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
| 2025 Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
How many recalls does the 2025 Kia Sportage have?
Verify with official VIN lookup1 official recall on record for the 2025 Kia Sportage. 1 matched quarterly completion report is available.
Latest recall: December 17, 2025
Recall data is based on official records. This page is not an official VIN
recall check. Always confirm open recalls with an official VIN lookup, the
manufacturer, or an authorized dealer.
Completion reports are campaign-level, delayed, and not VIN-specific.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Consequence | Remedy | Date | Completion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V874000 | TRAILER HITCHES | 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." | 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. | 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. | Dec 2025 | 2026-1 |
Are there manufacturer notices for the 2025 Kia Sportage?
Official records show 15 manufacturer communications on record for the 2025 Kia Sportage.
0 warranty 0 service campaigns 1 software/OTA
Manufacturer communications are not recalls. They can include
service bulletins, repair instructions, warranty extensions,
software updates, service campaigns, and other notices.
| Date | Type | Component | Summary | ID / document |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SOFTWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides information on the process for downloading infotainment software updates and preparing USB for installation on applicable Kia vehicles. The software downloads and USB preparation process is similar across all supported platforms; however, in‑vehicle installation procedures vary by head unit type. | 11031906 |
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ENGINE | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER ACTION: ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR DTC P2B59F0 (CA2516) - This bulletin provides information to upgrade the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software on certain 2024–2025MY vehicles equipped with 2.5 GDI or 2.5 T-GDI Theta III engines listed in the table below. Affected vehicles may experience an illuminated malfunction indicator light (MIL) accompanied with DTC P2B59F0 which can set while driving. There are no drivability issues related to this DTC. | 11030379 |
| Mar 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN5.0W DTC P17A000 DAIGNOSTIC PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides information regarding a potential illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) accompanied by DTC P17A000 on some 2022-2025MY Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) and Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) equipped with AVN5.0Wide head units listed below. This condition occurs when the Global Positioning System (GPS) module within the Audio Video Navigation (AVN) head unit, sends an inaccurate signal to the Hybrid Power Control Unit (HPCU), causing the DTC to set. There are no drivability symptoms associated with this condition. | 11030345 |
| Dec 2025 | Other | BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS | PITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. The PDW system alerts the driver while parking, by calculating distance based on the difference in signal transmission and reception times between the vehicle (ultrasonic sensor) and an object. The membrane film of the ultrasonic sensor is used for object detention and can be damaged by stone chips or foreign substances while driving. Damage to the cover of the ultrasonic sensor can also lead to damage to the internal circuit. As a result of this external damage, the PDW system may not receive the proper signal from the ultrasonic sensor. In some cases, the system may cause a false alarm, no alert, or phantom warnings by a “Warning Lamp’ to be displayed on the cluster. The ultrasonic sensor membrane film should be always inspected for external damage and if any part replacement should be treated as a general repair, not as a warranty claim repair for this concern. (Please note that this Pitstop only applies to models/trims that are equipped with the ultrasonic sensors.) | 11026698 |
| Nov 2025 | Over The Air | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | RELEASE NOTES: OVER-THE-AIR: VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (SC350) - This Over-the-Air (OTA) software update is designed to update the Body Control Unit (BDC) logic of certain 2025 Sportage vehicles. This update improved Body Domain Controller (BDC) software to remedy intermittent operation of the Parking Distance Warning (PDW) system. | 11025946 |
| Apr 2025 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | POWER TRAIN | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, and the transmission oil cooler is transferred to the new transmission. | 11017172 |
| Mar 2025 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: KIA CONNECT MODEM RESET (SA611) - This bulletin outlines the procedure for resetting the modem in certain 2016-2025MY Kia vehicles listed on page 3 that are equipped with Kia Connect Services. The affected vehicles may encounter the following issues: remote Start/Climate Control function not working, vehicle Status on the Kia Access App not updating, connected routing not functioning properly. | 11015973 |
| Jan 2025 | Emissions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: HYBRID CONTROL UNIT (HCU) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC322) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) system on certain 2023-2025MY Sportage HEV (NQ5 HEV) vehicles produced from February 15, 2022 through July 25, 2024 and Sportage PHEV (NQ5 PHEV) vehicles produced from June 16, 2022 through July 24, 2024. The Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) in the subject vehicles may intermittently receive repeated “accelerate” CAN signals due to a signal processing error involving specific instrument clusters when customers “set” or “resume” cruise control. This concern can occur after the driver rapidly presses the “accelerate” rocker switch on the steering wheel. This does not affect the driver’s ability to pause, cancel or turn off the cruise control function. This condition may cause the vehicle to release air pollutants which exceed Federal and California standards. These standards were established to protect the public health and welfare from the dangers of air pollution. | 11013361 |
| Jan 2025 | Emissions | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC322) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to update the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) software on certain 2023-2025 MY Sportage Hybrid (HEV) and Sportage Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles equipped with Conventional Cruise Control. | 11012882 |
| Jan 2025 | Emissions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO (SC322) - This document is the announcement to the dealer Principals advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to update the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) on certain 2023-2025 MY Sportage Hybrid (HEV) vehicles manufactured from February 15, 2022 through July 25, 2024 and certain 2023-2025 MY Sportage Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles manufactured from June 16, 2022 through July 24, 2024, equipped with Conventional Cruise Control. | 11012872 |
What are the most common 2025 Kia Sportage complaints?
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE 2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 2
LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION 2
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2
SERVICE BRAKES 2
STRUCTURE 2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION 1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER 1
44 total complaints on record
How much does the 2025 Kia Sportage cost in fuel?
Estimated annual cost $2,191 $183/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 24.6 MPG
Energy used 487 gal/yr
Price assumption $4.50 $/gal
Assumptions: 23 city / 27 highway / 25 combined MPG · Regular Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jun 3, 2026)
361 g/mi CO2Fuel score 5/10Smog 6/10