This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2026 Kia Sorento.
23–37 mpg combined
6.4–10.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 6 tested variants for this model year.
The 2024 to 2026 Kia Sorento received an overall rating of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program for US-market vehicles. In detailed testing, the Sorento earned 4 stars in frontal crash protection, 5 stars in side crash protection, 4 stars in rollover resistance, and 5 stars in side pole crash protection. NHTSA applies these ratings across model years until a significant redesign occurs, so this rating covers the entire 2024 to 2026 range.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2026 Kia Sorento has two recalls, the more serious being an incorrect spare tire that, when installed, can disable the anti-lock brakes and traction control, raising the risk of a crash.
A software error in the instrument panel can cause the display to go blank, taking the speedometer, tire pressure readout, and warning lights with it. This recall covers several Kia models and includes Sorento Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid variants.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error can cause the instrument panel display to fail, preventing you from seeing important controls and tire pressure information.
What the fix does
Kia will update the instrument panel display software through an over-the-air update or at a dealer, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
At a glance
What can fail
The spare tire is incorrect and, when installed, can disable the anti-lock braking system and traction control system, reducing braking effectiveness.
What the fix does
Dealers will install the correct spare wheel and tire assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
