MULTI-YEAR DEFECT AUDIT (2014–2025)12 Model Years Audited
Kia Sportage Common Problems & Year-by-Year Reliability Guide
Comprehensive historical defect intelligence across 1,581 total NHTSA owner complaints and 31 federal recall campaigns for the Kia Sportage.
Best Sportage Years to Buy (Highest Reliability)
Years with Highest Defect Reports (Inspect Closely)
Year-over-Year Matrix
All Sportage Model Years (2014–2025)
| Model Year | Reliability Index | NHTSA Complaints | Recalls | Safety Severity | Detailed Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Sportage | 7.2 / 10 | 49(3.5/10k) | 1 | Critical Risk | Audit 2025 |
| 2024 Sportage | 6.2 / 10 | 66(4.7/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2024 |
| 2023 Sportage | 4.7 / 10 | 185(13.2/10k) | 6 | Critical Risk | Audit 2023 |
| 2022 Sportage | 7.3 / 10 | 45(3.2/10k) | 1 | Critical Risk | Audit 2022 |
| 2021 Sportage | 5.5 / 10 | 50(3.6/10k) | 2 | Critical Risk | Audit 2021 |
| 2020 Sportage | 5.7 / 10 | 159(11.4/10k) | 2 | Critical Risk | Audit 2020 |
| 2019 Sportage | 6.5 / 10 | 69(4.9/10k) | 2 | Critical Risk | Audit 2019 |
| 2018 Sportage | 5.6 / 10 | 162(11.6/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2018 |
| 2017 Sportage | 3.4 / 10 | 398(28.4/10k) | 4 | Critical Risk | Audit 2017 |
| 2016 Sportage | 6.5 / 10 | 130(9.3/10k) | 2 | Critical Risk | Audit 2016 |
| 2015 Sportage | 6.8 / 10 | 146(10.4/10k) | 2 | Critical Risk | Audit 2015 |
| 2014 Sportage | 7.3 / 10 | 122(8.7/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2014 |