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2024 Kia Sportage: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2024 Kia Sportage — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 94 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 80% of 2024 SUVs. Unknown Or Other leads the reports (21%). 3 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2024 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
94
Reports to NHTSA, 2024
Safety recalls
3
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
31.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 80% of 2024 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2024 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (21% of 94 reports), followed by electrical system (20%).
+ 11 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 94 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11746941, ODI 11690016, ODI 11735579, ODI 11734569, ODI 11731454.
Recalls(3)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
SteeringJul 2024 · 24V422000Details +Close −
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC319.
Structure · 24V025000Details +Close −
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Risk: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.
Trailer Hitches · 25V874000Details +Close −
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."
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2024 Kia Sportage SUV FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2024 Kia Sportage SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 42 | 44 | 43 |
| Sportage Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 36 | 35 | 35 |
| Sportage FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 | 33 | 28 |
| Sportage X-pro | 2.5L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 | 30 | 26 |
| Sportage AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 | 26 | 25 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2024 Kia Sportage: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2024 Kia Sportage?
Owners filed 94 NHTSA complaints about the 2024 Kia Sportage — more complaints than 80% of comparable 2024 SUVs, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2024 Kia Sportage?
The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (21% of complaints) and electrical system (20%).
How many recalls does the 2024 Kia Sportage have?
3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2024 Kia Sportage, covering components such as steering. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Kia Sportage get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Kia Sportage between 25 and 43 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.