2012 Kia Sorento airbags problems
severe 70 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Owners have filed 70 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 14 model years of Kia Sorento in our records for airbags problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2012 Kia Sorento?
It's a meaningful issue. 70 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Across the 46 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 79,000 and 113,800 miles, with the median around 97,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 79,000; a quarter make it past 113,800. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.