2019 Kia Sorento: Windshield cracked
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2019 Sorento report: windshield cracked. CarComplaints.com lists 3 owner complaints, average mileage 5,800 miles.
NHTSA has 21 owner complaints for the 2019 Sorento in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11739687 (filed 05/23/2026): “Leaking windshield. water dripping into cabin. headliner soaked with water. windshield possibly not sealed or adhered properly. (similarly to nhtsa campaign 22v158000 and kia recall sc232 for the kia cadenza)…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11733967 (filed 04/27/2026): “The contact owns a 2019 kia sorento. the contact stated that the panoramic sunroof failed to properly close. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an inoperable motor and fractured cables. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact s…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace windshield (2 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Leaks can often be traced with a water test and resealed; glass replacement is a pro job. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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