2007 KIA SORENTO Safety Overview
The 2007 KIA SORENTO has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 3 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Electrical system
- Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
- Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an electrical short within the abs module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for KIA SORENTO owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles.
An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
NHTSA Recall 20V088000: An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-201...
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V114000: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
KIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 SORENTO PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 15, 2...
THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG IS TURNED OFF WHEN THE OCS MISCLASSIFIES AN ADULT PASSENGER. WITH THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF, THE FRONT PASSENGER WILL NOT HAVE THE PROTECTION OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAGS IN SOME FRONTAL COLLISIONS, THUS INCREASING THE RISK OF OCCUPANT INJURY.
NHTSA Recall 11V473000: THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG IS TURNED OFF WHEN THE OCS MISCLASSIFIES AN... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.