2025 Kia Sportage: Electrical System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 19 owner complaints for the 2025 Kia Sportage that list the electrical system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11742525 (filed 06/07/2026): “The cluster system of the vehicle lit up every warning system which prevented the running vehicle from being able to be put into drive. safety was put at risk because i'm afraid this will happen while driving. i've seen this same concern on many kia owner forums who describe the same issue possi…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11739925 (filed 05/25/2026): “While exiting the john c. lodge freeway in detroit at approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal became stuck halfway during braking and the vehicle did not stop properly on the first brake application. i had to remove my foot from the brake pedal and press it again before the brakes engaged and the vehi…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11726758 (filed 03/24/2026): “The contact owns a 2025 kia sportage. the contact stated that the rear-view camera had become inoperable. no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was initially unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was later diagnosed, and it was determined that the …”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
- NHTSA complaints API: SPORTAGE 2025
- NHTSA complaints API: SPORTAGE HYBRID 2025
- NHTSA complaints API: SPORTAGE PLUG-IN HYBRID 2025
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