Recall 25V-649
Kia America, Inc. recalled the 2021 to 2023 Kia Sorento: Visibility (defroster/defogger/hvac system, fan/motor); Electrical system (wiring, fuses and circuit breakers).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V-649
- Reported
- September 25, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 39,536 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.
The risk
A fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at [removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sorento 2021 to 2023