2017 Kia Sorento engine and engine cooling problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2017 Kia Sorento — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced excessive oil consumption. The vehicle was inspected several times; however, no oil leaks were found. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, and the check engine warning light…”
filed Sep 1, 2026
“The contact owned a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor, and there was white smoke coming from underneath the hood. The contact was able to safely pull into a driveway, and the contact noticed flames coming out…”
filed Jun 5, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may failCampaign 17V586000 · Sep 21, 2017
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Sorento years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Sorento | 1 | 3% |
| 2023 Sorento | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 Sorento | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 Sorento | 1 | 0% |
| 2020 Sorento | 3 | 2% |
| 2019 Sorento | 13 | 3% |
| 2018 Sorento | 7 | 3% |
| 2016 Sorento | 30 | 2% |
| 2015 Sorento | 5 | 1% |
| 2014 Sorento | 21 | 2% |
| 2013 Sorento | 19 | 2% |
| 2012 Sorento | 15 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 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.