KIA SORENTO-PHEV (2022–2025)
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KIA SORENTO-PHEV (2022–2025): Full Technical Specs & OBD2 Diagnostics
Built 2022–2025 · all production years covered on this single page
1.6L I4 Turbo PHEV • Hybrid
🚗 Kia SORENTO-PHEV 2025
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Every figure on this Kia Sorento-Phev (2022–2025) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
The Kia Sorento-Phev (2022–2025) is a hybrid (1.6L I4 Turbo PHEV). Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Common problems
Common repairs
Fluids & lubricants
Battery
Fault codes (OBD2)
Dashboard lights
Parts comparator
Accessories & tools
Tyres
Recalls & TSB
Complaints
Workshops nearby
COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT
Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.
Related codes: P0217
Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT
ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.
Related codes: P0522
Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT
Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.
Related codes: P0524
Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT
Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.
Related codes: P0606
Throttle actuatorFREQUENT
Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.
Related codes: P2100
COMMON REPAIRS
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Hard
2.1h
€147 – €189
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Hard
2.2h
€154 – €198
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Hard
2.7h
€189 – €243
ABS Module
Difficulty: Medium
1.6h
€112 – €144
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 1.6h | € 72–€ 120 |
| ABS Pump | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 2.2h | € 99–€ 165 |
| Brake Booster | 0.8h | € 36–€ 60 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Coolant Flush | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 0.8h | € 36–€ 60 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 2.1h | € 94–€ 157 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.5h | € 67–€ 112 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 2.9h | € 130–€ 217 |
| Airbag - Side | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Alternator | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Alternator Belt | 3.2h | € 144–€ 240 |
| Amplifier | 0.8h | € 36–€ 60 |
| Antenna | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Boost Pressure Sensor | 4.2h | € 189–€ 315 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 7.0h | € 315–€ 525 |
| Camshaft R&R | 8.3h | € 373–€ 622 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 7.3h | € 328–€ 547 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 9.3h | € 418–€ 697 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 9.5h | € 427–€ 712 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 3.2h | € 144–€ 240 |
Exhaust8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 2.2h | € 99–€ 165 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Downpipe | 1.5h | € 67–€ 112 |
| EGR Cooler | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| EGR Tube | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EGR Valve | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
Fuel system8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Fuel Cap | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 3.0h | € 135–€ 225 |
| Fuel Filter | 3.2h | € 144–€ 240 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 3.0h | € 135–€ 225 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 3.5h | € 157–€ 262 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| AC Compressor | 4.4h | € 198–€ 330 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 1.6h | € 72–€ 120 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| AC Condenser | 1.6h | € 72–€ 120 |
| AC Evaporator | 2.6h | € 117–€ 195 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 3.2h | € 144–€ 240 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Idler Arm | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.6h | € 72–€ 120 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 4.3h | € 193–€ 322 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 3.0h | € 135–€ 225 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 2.2h | € 99–€ 165 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 2.1h | € 94–€ 157 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 2.9h | € 130–€ 217 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 3.0h | € 135–€ 225 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Disc | 11.5h | € 517–€ 862 |
| Kickdown Cable | 7.5h | € 337–€ 562 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 8.0h | € 360–€ 600 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 12.2h | € 549–€ 915 |
| Pilot Bearing | 8.4h | € 378–€ 630 |
| Shift Cable | 10.4h | € 468–€ 780 |
| Shift Linkage | 9.5h | € 427–€ 712 |
| Shift Solenoid - Single | 5.2h | € 234–€ 390 |
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
📋 RECALLS & TSB (0)
No official recall verified for this vehicle in the NHTSA database.
COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1
Powertrain
P0171
System Too Lean Bank 1
Powertrain
P0300
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
Powertrain
P0441
EVAP Incorrect Purge Flow
Powertrain
P0128
Coolant Thermostat Below Regulating Temperature
Powertrain
P0455
EVAP System Leak Detected (Gross Leak)
Powertrain
P0700
Transmission Control System (MIL Request)
Powertrain
P0507
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
Powertrain
P0174
System Too Lean Bank 2
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P1123
powertrain
MODERATEP3475
powertrain
MODERATEP3473
powertrain
MODERATEP3253
powertrain
MODERATEP3476
powertrain
HIGHP3474
powertrain
MODERATEP3424
powertrain
LOWP3423
powertrain
HIGHU0119
network
CRITICALU0111
network
CRITICALU0110
network
CRITICALP3446
powertrain
CRITICALP3445
powertrain
CRITICALP3444
powertrain
CRITICALP3422
powertrain
MODERATEP3421
powertrain
MODERATEP3420
powertrain
MODERATEP3404
powertrain
HIGHP3403
powertrain
HIGHP3402
powertrain
HIGH
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
56 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
LDWS Fault (Kia)ADAS
AEB Fault (Kia)ADAS
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
Drive Mode (Kia)Engine
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
28 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Kia Sorento-Phev across model years 2022–2025. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
1 crash report
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 202220
Model year 20238
Most reported components (all years)
Power Train9
Engine7
Electrical System7
Service Brakes3
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Unknown Or Other3
Sample reports
Multiple times I have experienced weirdness with the Transmission in my 2022 Sorento PHEV. One specific situation has happened to me multiple times and is a safety risk. Occasionally while stopped at a red light or stop sign with a r… (MY 2022)
When trying to accelerate from a standing stop, there is a one or two second delay, once the accelerator pedal is depressed, before the car moves. Extremely dangerous when pulling out into traffic. I had it back to the dealership to addr… (MY 2023)
My 2022 KIA Sorrento PHEV periodically gives a "Check Hybrid System, Stop Safely" emergency warning. When this happens the vehicle will not accelerate and can only be limped to a stop. This has occurred 4 times in 18 months. In three ins… (MY 2022)
1. First incident occurred on 10/29/24. My wife pulled into driveway and placed car into Park. When she shifted to reverse, the transmission didn't respond and the car revved to a very high RPM when she took foot off of brake, no foot… (MY 2023)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 2022–2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does fault code P0003 mean on the Kia Sorento-phev?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0002 mean on the Kia Sorento-phev?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0001 mean on the Kia Sorento-phev?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are electrical problems common on the Kia Sorento-phev?
Yes — 5 of 28 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “I have gotten the notice Refill Inverter Coolant and Hybrid System Failure and lost acceleration and the all power. The first time this happened was in Dec 2024 with about 60,000 miles on the car. D…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are brakes problems common on the Kia Sorento-phev?
Yes — 5 of 28 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the brakes. One owner reported: “My Sorento PHEV popped a P0c4e code and now the car is gutless on electric power. Kia cleared the code in an attempt to fix it but now the code is gone and it’s still weak. When I let off the brake it…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are transmission problems common on the Kia Sorento-phev?
Yes — 7 of 28 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the transmission. One owner reported: “My Sorento PHEV popped a P0c4e code and now the car is gutless on electric power. Kia cleared the code in an attempt to fix it but now the code is gone and it’s still weak. When I let off the brake it…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Kia Sorento-Phev (2022–2025)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Kia Sorento-Phev (2022–2025) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Kia Sorento-Phev (2022–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
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