At the shop, Kia speed-control issues have a recognizable signature. 829 documented complaints across 91 year-model entries from 2005 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. Complaint volume is spread across the lineup rather than parked on one bad year. That's the signature of a platform or supplier issue, not a single-year flub. 4 fatality reports on file with NHTSA tied to this category on Kia vehicles. That elevates this from nuisance to safety-critical. Across the 325 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 48,641 miles. Average shop fix runs about $600 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. If the car has ADAS, take a test drive that actually exercises it. False AEB triggers and adaptive-cruise drop-outs are common patterns.
Kia cruise control problems
829 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Kia vehicles for cruise control issues. 3 active recall campaigns. See cruise control across all makes →
Worst-affected Kia model-years for cruise control Top 25 by complaint volume
Active recalls — Kia cruise control 3 on file
On certain Mini vans, freezing conditions can cause water on the throttle cable to freeze during normal operation
This can cause the cable to stick, thus preventing the engine from returning to idle and causing the vehicle to maintain speed or accelerate. Such an event can occur without warning and could cause a crash.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015
If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Soul and Soul electric vehicles manufactured July 21, 2013, to January 8, 2015
If the vehicle has a bent or broken accelerator pedal, the driver may have difficulty accelerating the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Common questions
How many Kia cruise control complaints are on file with NHTSA?
829 complaints across 91 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 3 active recall campaigns cover cruise control issues across the Kia lineup.
Which Kia model has the most cruise control complaints?
The 2016 Kia Sorento leads with 47 complaints in this category. Next: 2008 Sedona (34) and 2011 Sorento (32).
What does it cost to fix Kia cruise control problems?
Independent shops average $600 for cruise control repairs across the Kia lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Kia cruise control recalls?
Yes — 3 active recall campaigns cover cruise control on Kia vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.