NHTSA has received 98 owner complaints about the 2024 Kia Sportage, or 36.6 per year on the road — a typical number of complaints for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.87, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #63 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Kia models its rate is about the same; against other Compact SUVs it is 41% lower.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2023-10-23 and 2026-08-24. Median delay from incident to filing: 4 days.
98Complaints
36.6Complaints per year on the road
0.87Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
3Recalls
11.2%Share involving a crash or fire
38Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2023) drew 80.8 complaints per year, more than this one. The following model year (2025) drew 40.6 per year, more than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2024 model collected 77 complaints, 10% higher than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Interior & equipment (18.4% of complaints), followed by Electrical (15.3%) and Body & structure (15.3%). Interior & equipment complaints are 2.0 times as common here as across all tracked vehicles. Within Interior & equipment reports, owners most often mention “sunroof”, “panoramic”, “shattered”, “exploded” and “glass”. 11 reports (11.2%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 10 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 14 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was the first year (47% of incidents). In the last 12 months 38 new complaints were filed, versus 45 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for this model year. 26% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses.
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles0.87
vs. other Kia models1.03
vs. other 2024 models0.96
vs. other Compact SUVs0.59
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (77)1.1
Sudden Unintended Acceleration – 2024 Kia Sportage – Safety Hazard. Incident Date: April 18, 2026. Location: Parking lot. While pulling into a parking space at low speed, I brought the vehicle to a complete stop with my foot on the brake.
Electrical · 2026-04-20 · ODI 11732588 · Crash
While attempting to park the vehicle in an angled parking spot I was pressing the brake and slowing to a stop. Prior to stopping with my foot still on the brake the engine revved and the vehicle surged forward hitting the car in front of me.
Engine · 2026-01-02 · ODI 11708271 · Crash
I am reporting a concern regarding the Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking systems on my 2024 Kia Sportage SX Prestige.
Driver-assist systems · 2026-08-24 · ODI 11758974
I am reporting a concern regarding the Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking systems on my 2024 Kia Sportage SX Prestige.
Driver-assist systems · 2026-08-24 · ODI 11758975
I’ve had to replace my front windshield twice every year due to it cracking straight down the middle.
Interior & equipment · 2026-07-23 · ODI 11752458
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) and 2024-2025 Sportage vehicles equipped with a 4.2" screen and a Genuine Kia tow hitch harness accessory. Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tow hitch harness control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC359. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 31, 2025.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Campaign 24V422000 · 2024-06-07
Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC319.
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS Campaign 24V025000 · 2024-01-18
Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Risk: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.
No NHTSA investigation covers the tracked model years.
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2024 Kia Sportage?
98 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Kia Sportage, or about 36.6 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2024 Kia Sportage?
The most common category is Interior & equipment, accounting for 18.4% of complaints.
Does the 2024 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall(s) for this model year.
Is the 2024 Kia Sportage still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 38 new complaints were filed, versus 45 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
How does the 2024 Kia Sportage compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 98 owner complaints about the 2024 Kia Sportage, or 36.6 per year on the road — a typical number of complaints for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.87, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #63 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Kia models its rate is about the same; against other Compact SUVs it is 41% lower.