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2026 Kia Sorento Problems: 1 Known Issue

2026 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 Kia Sorento has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Recall 25V745000 — Incorrect Spare Tire Can Disable ABS and Traction Control (2026 Sorento). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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On the 2026 Kia Sorento, kia is recalling certain 2026 Sorento SUVs because they left the factory with the wrong spare wheel and tire assembly. If a 2026 Sorento owner ever has to fit that spare after a flat, the mismatched tire can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). Because of the incorrect spare, these Sorentos do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims." NHTSA reports 45 vehicles affected campaign-wide (the figure covers the entire recall, not the Sorento alone). Kia's internal recall number is SC355. The hazard only appears once the spare is actually in use — the Sorento's normal road wheels are unaffected — but ABS or traction control that does not work properly increases the risk of a crash, which is exactly the situation you are in when driving on a spare after a tire failure.

Common Symptoms

  • ABS may not function properly while the spare tire is installed
  • Traction control may not function properly while the spare tire is installed
  • Spare wheel and tire assembly does not match the vehicle's specification

How to Fix

The repair is free. Take the 2026 Sorento to a Kia dealer and they will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly with the correct one under recall SC355. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025, and affected VINs became searchable on NHTSA's site on November 13, 2025 — enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your Sorento is included. Kia customer service can be reached at 1-800-333-4542. Until the spare is swapped, treat any drive on the existing spare as a limited, cautious trip to a repair facility.

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TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Campaign #25V74500031/10/2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays" and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."

Campaign #26V04600027/01/2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Kia Sorento problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 Kia Sorento has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Recall 25V745000 — Incorrect Spare Tire Can Disable ABS and Traction Control (2026 Sorento). Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Kia Sorento reliable?

The 2026 Kia Sorento has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Recall 25V745000 — Incorrect Spare Tire Can Disable ABS and Traction Control (2026 Sorento). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2026 Kia Sorento Recall 25V745000 — Incorrect Spare Tire Can Disable ABS and Traction Control (2026 Sorento)?

Kia is recalling certain 2026 Sorento SUVs because they left the factory with the wrong spare wheel and tire assembly. If a 2026 Sorento owner ever has to fit that spare after a flat, the mismatched tire can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control syste… Severity: high.

Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.

Data compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, automotive forums, and AI-assisted research. No aggregated owner-report counts available for this vehicle yet.