2021 Kia Sorento | 2022 Kia Sorento | 2023 Kia Sorento — Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor
Published September 26, 2025 · Recall initiated: September 25, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V649000, published September 26, 2025 and initiated September 25, 2025. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2021 Kia Sorento | 2022 Kia Sorento | 2023 Kia Sorento — Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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 800-333-4542. 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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- SORENTO
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2021 KIA SORENTO | 2022 KIA SORENTO | 2023 KIA SORENTO
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Kia Sorento | 2022 Kia Sorento | 2023 Kia Sorento — Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V649000 on September 26, 2025. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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 800-333-4542. 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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: SORENTO.