2019 Kia Sorento fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 7, 2026CAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Gasoline smell is coming with the left side of vehicle. Gasoline is leaking from the fuel pump causing the gas to puddle creating the gasoline smell.

   NHTSA complaint #11762607 · source
2. Filed May 15, 2026AZEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The vehicle involved is a 2019 Kia Sorento with approximately 111,000 miles. Over the course of ownership, the vehicle has experienced numerous unresolved mechanical and safety-related issues, including ongoing fuel leak concerns, excessive oil consumption/loss of oil, rough shifting, shift solenoid problems, rattling noises, shaking/vibration while driving, and repeated drivability issues. The primary safety concern at this time is a suspected fuel leak that multiple…

   NHTSA complaint #11738133 · source
3. Filed Feb 18, 2026TXDriver Assistance & Safety TechFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   Car would randomly stall and jerk while accelerating. Unsafe to drive. May cause accident. Having to constantly set hazard lights to prevent accident.

   NHTSA complaint #11718973 · source
4. Filed Dec 13, 2025CAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   2019 with 56,000 miles and the oil pressure sensor AND the fuel pump need replacing. Both items should be considered part of the powertrain but of course they’re not. Called corporate but got the “there is no recall” monologue from their representatives. Needless to say, I won’t make the same mistake with my next purchase.

   NHTSA complaint #11704854 · source
5. Filed Sep 26, 2025TXFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   My sorento started smelling like gas , inside & outside. Worse when I stop driving. The fuel pump pressure hose (that’s in a compartment under my backseat) is spraying fuel everywhere inside the compartment it in. The safety for myself and my grand sons that are all 2years old (3 of them) is we are inhaling the fumes from it separating steadily out under the seat their car seats are sitting on. I have not taken my vehicle to anyone but my friend after seeing a video of why a…

   NHTSA complaint #11689821 · source
6. Filed Aug 6, 202571,000 miCAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The fuel odor was also outside the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. An appointment with the dealer was scheduled for the vehicle to be inspected. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11678812 · source
7. Filed Jul 13, 2025CAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Fuel pump main high pressure connection to line got hairline crack on main fuel connection line resorting to fuel leak and smell outside and inside of vehicle.

   NHTSA complaint #11673152 · source
8. Filed Dec 18, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   . In October 2023 (see KIA service ticket) my KIA was brought into Jackson KIA Cocoa, FL, for something not operating correctly. The vehicle periodically would hesitate when pressing the accelerator and other times when you had pressed the accelerator to go faster and removed your foot from the accelerator, the vehicle would not slow down, rather continue to speed up even if you tapped the brakes. The service technician had the vehicle for two days and confirmed during…

   NHTSA complaint #11631513 · source
9. Filed Nov 18, 2024GAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Fuel pump malfunction. It is available for inspection. My safety was put at risk and others because the car stalled abruptly while driving and would not accelerate. Yes the dealer was able to recognize fuel pump issue. No other symptoms.

   NHTSA complaint #11626060 · source
10. Filed Nov 17, 2024PAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    My engine was replaced and the fuel line was reported "mangled" by Kia of Coatesville where I took my car in after an engine replacement. One in which emissions codes were still going off. The car still smelled like fuel and it was then found that the fuel pump was leaking. To further this when we got the car back, the csr still smelled like fuel. The car was yet again taken in and found to have a crack in the fuel rail.

    NHTSA complaint #11625752 · source
11. Filed Oct 21, 2024AZFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

    I have a 2019 Kia Sorento EX V6 with 65,000 miles. Recently started smelling fuel and had someone look at it. I was told there is a fuel leak above the left side of the tank in the evaporative line. No accidents. This should never happen on a vehicle for no reason. NO system Failure. No malfunction. Yes, it is available upon request. NO inspections by insurance or police. No warning lights. Safety could potentially be at risk since fuel is exposed!!!!!

    NHTSA complaint #11621026 · source
12. Filed Aug 14, 2024NHEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Bought car with 36k miles on it in July 2023. In Jan 2024, engine light came on and we noticed loss of power shifting between gears, had fuel injectors replaced/cleaned. In Feb 2024 at 51k miles, car made knocking noise, pulled over and shut car off, would not restart. Towed to KIA dealer, told the engine was seized and crankshaft snapped. I had regular oil changes every 5,000 miles as recommended by KIA. KIA dealer showed sludge in the bottom of the oil and accused me of…

    NHTSA complaint #11608404 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology