Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Engine (55.5% of complaints) — was examined in a now-closed NHTSA investigation that did not result in a recall.
Engine complaints here are 4.4× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
1 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 5 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 687 · 55.5% | Investigation closed | PE23019 · DP22003 · DP21002 |
| Power Train | 117 · 9.5% | Recalled | Recall 22V612000 |
| Structure:body | 103 · 8.3% | No official action | — |
| Electrical System | 103 · 8.3% | No official action | — |
| Steering | 80 · 6.5% | No official action | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 61 · 4.9% | No official action | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 1,237 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 18V907000 · 2018 · reported 12/19/2018
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 15V446000 · 2015 · reported 07/14/2015
If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 16V770000 · 2016 · reported 10/24/2016
In the event of a crash, the driver seatback frame could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 16V862000 · 2016 · reported 11/30/2016
If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 16V480000 · 2016 · reported 06/29/2016
The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 15V089000 · 2015 · reported 02/13/2015
If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 22V612000 · 2022 · reported 08/10/2022
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash and injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · 2022 · reported 09/19/2022
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · Park outside · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
“THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 KIA SORENTO. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DRIVER WAS ALERTED BY ANOTHER MOTORIST THAT SMOKE…”NHTSA complaint 11132836 — filed 10/02/2018 · ENGINE
“WHEN STARTING UP CAR, VEHICLE SHAKES VIOLENTLY FROM ENGINE, AND THEN DIES. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM, AND BECAUSE KIA TECHNICIANS CANNOT FIND A PROBLEM…”NHTSA complaint 11123623 — filed 08/31/2018 · ENGINE
“WE BOUGHT OUR CAR FROM CARVANA JUNE 19, 2018. ON JUNE 27TH THE VEHICLE WASN'T RESPONDING TO ACCELERATION. IT WAS STALLING. IT WOULD GO INTO…”NHTSA complaint 11121787 — filed 08/22/2018 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 687 of 1,237 NHTSA complaints (55.5%), followed by unspecified/other issues (164), power train (117), structure:body (103). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
1,237 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 29 involved a crash, 49 involved a fire, and 19 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 8 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V907000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
1 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page is backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
