Used buying guide
See what was reported for each year and what to check before you buy.
We checked 6 model years, 2017–2022, for problems and recalls. Pick your model year below to see what was reported for it.
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3 reported problems to check
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6 reported problems to check
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8 reported problems to check
17 reported problems to check
These problems were reported in one or more reviewed years. Open a year to see which ones were reported for it.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles.
Why it matters
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
First checks
8 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention engine.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
First checks
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016.
Why it matters
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
First checks
6 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention air bags.
Why it matters
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
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3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention engine and engine cooling.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
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3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention electrical system.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
First checks
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign.
Why it matters
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
First checks
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: INHIBITOR SWITCH - REPLACEMENT (SA317A) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.
Why it matters
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
First checks
20 more reviewed records are organized under the model years above.
We last updated this on Jul 2026. We found 5 of 5 source types for the year with the most records.
Owner reports can hint at patterns. They do not show a true failure rate. They cannot predict how one car will hold up.
Open any model year to see its public records.
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