2018 Kia Sorento exterior lighting problems
41 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the exterior lighting on the 2018 Kia Sorento — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle’s ignition system began malfunctioning immediately after a recall-related service (Campaign CS2312 – ignition cylinder protector installation) performed on January 9, 2026. Prior to this service, the vehicle had no ignition or electrical issues. After the repair, the ignition key became…”
filed Mar 20, 2026
“In April, 2025, my vehicle's engine power was significantly reduced while on the highway. I could not keep pace with traffic. My mechanic said there were recalls for the turbo engine but my car was not included. I paid forbthe part and repair. Less than a year later and the car began burning a lot…”
filed Mar 12, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Exterior Lighting problems in other Sorento years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Sorento | 2 | 3% |
| 2024 Sorento | 2 | 6% |
| 2023 Sorento | 2 | 2% |
| 2022 Sorento | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 Sorento | 3 | 1% |
| 2020 Sorento | 5 | 4% |
| 2019 Sorento | 22 | 5% |
| 2017 Sorento | 125 | 16% |
| 2016 Sorento | 66 | 5% |
| 2015 Sorento | 90 | 12% |
| 2014 Sorento | 86 | 9% |
| 2013 Sorento | 70 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2018 Kia Sorento
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.