2014 KIA SORENTO Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Kia Sorento. This model year has 964 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2014 Kia Sorento Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Structural Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Kia Sorento. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 399 | 2 | 30 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 157 | — | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 150 | 5 | 9 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 141 | 3 | 9 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 86 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 79 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 68 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 51 | 9 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 45 | 2 | 6 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 35 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 34 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 31 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 11 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 10 | — | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Gasoline | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Air | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Firerelated | 3 | — | 3 | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Kia Sorento. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would jerk. The check engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent dealer, where it was diagnosed with an unknown engine failure. The vehic…
Car burns oil to the point it requires 1 qt/500 mile. Had oil consumption test when issue first started in 2024 by kia, was told there was no problem. Car has continued to have this issue and has now broke connecting rod due to engine starvation even through the oil is to the ful…
My 2014 Kia Sorento EX was purchased brand new, one owner, and started losing paint in several areas on the outside of the car and is horrible. So many 2014 Kias have this issue. It is a BAD PAINT job. This should never happen and I’ll never buy another Kia. Kia should fix th…
1. The engine consumed its own oil and a rod bearing failed and destroyed the engine 2. This happened while my wife was traveling on I20 at 70mph and almost resulted in a wreck when the engine died and she lost power to the wheels 3. Nalley Kia in Lithonia, GA has confirmed that …
Re: Formal Complaint – Repeated Engine Failures and Unacceptable Service Delays Vehicle: Kia Sorento 2014 VIN: [XXX] Purchased: Fall of 2021 Current Issue: Vehicle in service at Kia of Lincolnwood since January 9, 2026 Dear Kia Consumer Affairs and Legal Department, I am writin…
2014 Kia Sorento sxl Pearl White paint just peeling off the vehicle in large pieces. Seems to be a common issue that Kia does not want to fix. Paint is peeling from both left and right pillars, the hood and the top towards the fin. Started about a year ago and is getting progress…
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 80 MPH, the engine seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the engine had seized; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repai…
We do our oil changes routinely. We had one done not too long ago. We were driving to the store and all of a sudden the oil light came on, but the engine light never came on. And then about 30 seconds later, we heard almost like a thump sound like we had hit something but we didn…
While driving at low speed and turning, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power accompanied by engine knocking. The engine stalled and would no longer operate normally. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, who found metal fragments/shavings in the engine oil, indicati…
My key fob doesn’t register even while in car, my battery drains daily has to recieve jump off every Otha day if not daily, door open indicator shows open on all doors even when closed, car locks won’t disengage automatically but your system shows no recalls something’s wrong wit…
paint delamination and peeling on multiple panels
My car having gas leak under hood. Strong gas smell comes from ac vent.its a safety hazard
Paint peeled off
I got my car fixed and I’m still having the same issue. Seems like they just turned off the lights on my car and it’s still giving me issues..
The car engine started on fire while I was driving after all the recalls were fixed and new engine installed. The car was completely destroyed the whole engine compartment was completely burned. Kia says it was an oil leak but that’s not true the car oil change was done regularly…
When start up there’s a clacking sound then it goes away, while the vehicle is warm you hear the clacking while driving vehicle
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated there was condensati…
We financed this 2014 Kia Sorento LX AWD from a used car dealer, and there has been nothing but problems with this vehicle. From the water pump, to insanely high oil consumption. I have verified that it is not leaking. Gaskets have been replaced, filters have been replaced, O2 se…
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the Push to Start button failed to function as intended, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact called the Lien holder and was informed that the key was not connecting. The Lien holder replaced the key. The contac…
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power, and there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that there was oil leaking out of the exhaust, accompanied by an abnor…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Kia Sorento.
Recalls for 2014 Kia Sorento
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 Kia Sorento. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2014 Kia Sorento — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2014 Kia Sorento reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2014 Kia Sorento has 964 NHTSA owner complaints, 23 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (399 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Kia Sorento?▾
#1: Engine Problems (399 complaints). #2: Structural Problems (157 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (150 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Kia Sorento?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Kia Sorento?▾
The 2014 Kia Sorento has 23 crash-related complaints and 44 fire reports out of 964 total NHTSA complaints. 24 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Kia Sorento have any recalls?▾
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2014 Kia Sorento. The largest issue: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2014 Kia Sorento?▾
The 2014 Kia Sorento has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Kia Sorento reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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