2019 Kia Sorento engine and engine cooling problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2019 Kia Sorento — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power and failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was slowly driven to the residence and stalled in the driveway. After restarting the vehicle, the engine immediately…”
filed Sep 1, 2026
“The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from the vents, with the low oil warning light illuminated. The contact stated that several oil changes were needed. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that…”
filed Mar 31, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
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% |
| 2018 Sorento | 7 | 3% |
| 2017 Sorento | 26 | 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 2019 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.