Before buying a used 2018 Kia Sportage, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
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2018 Kia Sportage SUV AWD
2018 Kia Sportage SUV FWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
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. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners…
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage AWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) |
| Sportage AWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) |
| Sportage FE AWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 10.7 L/100 km (22 mpg) |
| Sportage FE FWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) | 7.8 L/100 km (30 mpg) | 9 L/100 km (26 mpg) |
| Sportage FWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 9 L/100 km (26 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) |
| Sportage FWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 10.7 L/100 km (22 mpg) | 8.1 L/100 km (29 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
164 complaints filed with NHTSA (7 involving a crash, 12 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.