2019 Kia Sorento — Known Issues & Recalls

On Saturday February 7th, while driving home, the vehicle suddenly caught fire without any warning. Within moments, the fire intensified, and I was forced to jump out of the vehicle to save my life. Shortly afterward, the vehicle exploded.

The oil pressure switch on my 2019 KIA Sorento comes on when coming to a stop. This has occurred even after an oil change and checking the oil the dip stick showed full. I understand that Kia had a recall on these sensors for Kia Sorentos up to year models 2018 but evidently the problem with this sensor has not been resolved and presents a major possibility of fire occurring due to oil leakage.

I am the original owner of this vehicle. The engine is consuming approximately 5 quarts of oil every 7–10 days while I drive about 300 miles per week. The rear of the vehicle is covered in black soot from the exhaust, indicating severe oil burning.

I have 2019 Kia Seranto . In November 2024 started leaking oil the oil filter casing was cracked. January 2026 oil light came on.

Your 2019 Sorento developed an oil leak that worsened even after the dealer replaced the oil gasket. While driving, your engine shuddered and stalled, and warning lights for transmission and low oil pressure came on. A mechanic diagnosed cylinder #3 failure and determined your entire engine block needed replacement. The problem occurred at around 120,000 miles.

Your 2019 Kia Sorento experienced smoke coming from the vents along with a low oil warning light while driving. You noticed that oil levels were consistently low and required frequent oil changes despite regular maintenance. The dealer was unable to diagnose or repair the issue. The problem may involve an oil leak or internal engine wear that requires the dealer to perform diagnostic testing and potentially repair the engine or seal components.

Your 2019 Kia Sorento has been jerking or bucking abnormally while driving at normal speeds, and your check engine light is on. This problem has happened several times, and an independent mechanic couldn't diagnose or fix it—they suggested it might be related to a recall you haven't heard about yet. The issue started around 91,000 miles on your odometer.

The paint above your windshield is peeling off in large chunks without any prior warning signs like bubbling or lifting. These paint pieces could fly off while driving and obstruct your windshield or other drivers' vision, creating a safety hazard. The issue appeared six months after purchase with no obvious cause. Addressing this will likely require professional paint removal and repainting of the affected area.

The paint is peeling off the roof and front of vehicle. The car is (2019) out of the 3\36 warranty and the dealer says there is nothing they can do to help me. I asked the service writer if this is a common problem with these vehicles.

I have a 2019 Kia Sorento that the paint is pealing all the way down to the metal on the roof and the hood of the car. I am past my 3 year 36K mile warranty and I've been to the dealership and they have told me there is nothing they can do for me. I have taken care of my car and kept up with all the maintenance.

Shifter stuck in park

BCM went out causing the shifter to not shift out of park. Reading online shows this is a very common issue with Kia vehicles

I took my 2019 Kia Sorento to Alan Jay Kia 0n 12/05/2025 because of the 2 slits on the top of the dashboard. I spoke to the Service Manager, and he sent the General Sales Manager out to take pictures of the dashboard. He stated that the slits are outlines of the air bag.

The vehicle just had an oil change. It was driven after that approximately 25 miles when there was a loud noise and the wheels locked up. The vehicle was shifted into neutral and coasted to the end of a dirt road.

A failing alternator caused me to take my kia into a mechanic for OEM replacement. The mechanic informed me that the engine rattles. I got to talking with the mechanic and told him that my car has been experiencing high oil consumption with no 'low oil' warning light on the dash and ive checked my oil periodically between changes and have found the dip stick bone dry multiple times.

Car would randomly stall and jerk while accelerating. Unsafe to drive. May cause accident.

The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the contact's residential driveway, the vehicle caught on fire. The vehicle was unoccupied.

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while reversing in rainy weather, the rearview camera image was distorted. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V639000 (Back Over Prevention), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where additional water proofing to the camera harness was added, but the rearview camera was not replaced.

The 'Gear' on the drivers seat towards middle of car (right hand drivers seat) snapped in some fashion and the seat rocks. I hear this is quite common in this car and that it costs upwards of $2,000 to repair because the entire seat has to be replaced.

Vehicle starting 'eating' excessive amounts of oil about 95,000 miles. We are now about 115,000 miles and I am adding nearly 5 quarts of oil every 3,000 miles