Kia Known Issues & Problems
111 documented problems across 21 Kia models. Every issue includes symptoms, repair costs, and solutions from real owner reports.
111
Total Issues
21
Models Covered
45
Critical Issues
According to Au7o's analysis, Kia vehicles have 111 documented known issues across 21 models, with 45 rated critical by the Au7o research team. The most commonly affected Kia model is the Sorento with 9 documented issues. Full technical analysis and DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
All Kia Models (21)
Sorento
2011-2025
4 critical9 issues
K5
2021-2025
2 critical8 issues
Sportage
2011-2025
3 critical8 issues
Telluride
2020-2025
3 critical8 issues
Optima
2011-2020
4 critical6 issues
Carnival
2022-2025
2 critical5 issues
Sedona
2002-2021
5 issues
Spectra
2000-2009
1 critical5 issues
Sephia
1994-2001
3 critical5 issues
Amanti
2004-2009
2 critical5 issues
Cadenza
2014-2020
2 critical5 issues
K900
2015-2020
1 critical5 issues
Borrego
2009-2011
4 critical5 issues
Forte
2014-2024
1 critical4 issues
Soul
2012-2023
3 critical4 issues
Seltos
2021-2025
2 critical4 issues
Stinger
2018-2023
1 critical4 issues
Rio
2012-2020
1 critical4 issues
EV6
2022-2025
1 critical4 issues
Niro
2017-2025
2 critical4 issues
EV9
2024-2026
3 critical4 issues
Issues by Category
⚙️
Engine
28 issues
⚡
Electrical
24 issues
🔄
Transmission
14 issues
🚙
Body/Panels
13 issues
🔗
Drivetrain
8 issues
🔧
Suspension
7 issues
🛑
Brakes
4 issues
🪑
Interior
3 issues
🛡️
Safety/Recalls
2 issues
⛽
Fuel System
2 issues
❄️
Cooling
2 issues
📋
Other
2 issues
🚗
Exterior
1 issues
⭕
Steering
1 issues
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