2014 Kia Sorento Seats Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 1%of 988 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 103,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the seats of the 2014 Kia Sorento, 1% of the 988 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 103,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Well my boyfriend and I where getting the car straightened up swept out wiped down and cleaned up and drove it from one part of our yard to the other and we had to finish what we where doing before that so and hour or so later when my. …”
NHTSA complaint #11536733, filed 2023-08, 153,332 miles“I've only had my 2014 Kia Sorento for a year, from 2020-2021. I've noticed these problems in the beginning and assumed they would work itself out because the dealer mentioned that the conditions were minor but they only progressed. I'm putting oil in this vehicle every three to four days because the oil stick is clean ( indicating no oil). The engine light has always been on. I've taken it to several mechanics, including the mechanic that works directly with the dealership in which I purchased this vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11412964, filed 2021-04, 149,000 miles“Got in my car and the driver seat broke. It sits sideways and can't adjust seat. Then I started my vehicle and the airbag light is on and hasn't went off.”
NHTSA complaint #11240270, filed 2019-07, 103,000 miles“On regular terrain the drivers seat became noticeably loose, and upon going over a speed bump and slightly rougher terrain, the seat is unstable and moves out of place. A few days later the sensor light appeared on the dashboard for the airbags. Uncertain with how it happened, it is a major safety concern and should be addressed accordingly.”
NHTSA complaint #11268879, filed 2019-10, 186,243 miles“Controls on steering wheel for radio, and speed control and hands free phone features stopped working correctly you press the phone button and volume goes up or down hit mute and voice command goes on dials numbers at random startling you gives strange burning smell from steering wheel . The power seat button on drivers side work on and off has been bought to dealer for problems and the say the fixes wires for seat controls twice but still have problems. …”
NHTSA complaint #11141138, filed 2018-10, 70,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11025768Nov 13, 2025TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (ODS) SENSOR PAD REPLACEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of…
- 10180663Sep 29, 2020WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM - This document is the notice to the vehicle owners, advising them of the Warranty Extension on the Occupant Detection System Sensor Pad to fifteen…
- 10180662Sep 29, 2020WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM - This document is the notice to the vehicle owners, advising them of the Warranty Extension on the Occupant Detection System Sensor Pad to fifteen…
- 10180661Sep 24, 2020WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM - This document is the Question and Answer document regarding the Warranty Extension on the Occupant Detection System Sensor Pad to fifteen (15) years…
- 10180660Sep 24, 2020WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM - This document is the notice to dealer parts and service managers, advising them of the Warranty Extension on the Occupant Detection System Sensor Pad…
- 10180659Sep 24, 2020WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM - This document is the notice to dealer principals, advising them of the Warranty Extension on the Occupant Detection System Sensor Pad to fifteen (15)…
- 10173247Mar 26, 2020TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (ODS) SENSOR PAD REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the front passenger Occupant Detection System…
Seats: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 2 | 2% |
| 2022 | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 | 4 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 0% |
| 2017 | 3 | 0% |
| 2016 | 6 | 0% |
| 2015 | 6 | 1% |
| 2014 | 11 | 1% |
| 2013 | 33 | 3% |
| 2012 | 15 | 2% |
| 2011 | 21 | 1% |
| 2009 | 3 | 5% |
| 2008 | 1 | 0% |
| 2007 | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 | 8 | 3% |
| 2004 | 1 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2014 Kia Sorento
388 complaintsBody and structure
160 complaintsElectrical system
153 complaintsOther or unknown
149 complaintsExterior lighting
86 complaintsBrakes
84 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
72 complaintsAir bags
51 complaintsFuel system
50 complaintsSteering
35 complaintsVehicle speed control
31 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
27 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Kia Sorento
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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