What is a Carchieve vehicle history report?

A Carchieve report is a complete safety and records check on any U.S. vehicle. Enter the 17-character VIN and you get the decoded vehicle identity and full specifications, every open safety recall, owner-reported complaints by system, official NHTSA crash-test ratings, and a buyer action plan, in one clean report and a downloadable PDF.

How is Carchieve different from a typical VIN lookup?

Carchieve doesn't just dump raw data. It authenticates the VIN, organizes every federal safety record into a buyer-ready dossier, scores the vehicle, and tells you exactly what to inspect, ask and verify before you pay, the way a careful mechanic would read the car.

How fast will I get my report?

Reports are generated in under a minute. As soon as your VIN is checked against the recall, complaint, ratings and identity databases, your report and PDF are ready to view and download.

Can I buy more than one report?

Yes. A single report is $24.99. If you're comparing several cars, the 3- and 5-report bundles save you money per report and the extra credits stay in your account until you use them.

What information do I need to run a report?

Only the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is on the lower-left corner of the windshield, the driver-side door jamb, and the vehicle title or registration.

Where does the data come from?

Every report is built from authoritative U.S. vehicle databases, including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall, complaint and 5-Star safety-rating programs and the federal VIN product information catalog. Carchieve authenticates the VIN check digit so you know the identity is genuine.

Can I share the report with a seller or mechanic?

Yes. Every report includes a professionally formatted PDF you can download, print, or forward to a private seller, dealer, or mechanic to support your buying decision.

2019 Kia Sorento Recalls: 2 Campaigns, 428 Complaints & Ratings

The 2019 Kia Sorento has 2 safety recall campaigns and 428 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Sorento had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

TRAILER HITCHES

Campaign 22V703000 · 19/09/2022

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

RiskA fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

RemedyOwners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Campaign 23V639000 · 15/09/2023

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sorento vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, water may leak into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

RiskA rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyDealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC282.

What owners complain about

The systems 2019 Kia Sorento owners report most often to federal regulators:

Engine156

Unknown Or Other110

Electrical System68

Structure55

Power Train51

Fuel24

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Kia Sorento have any recalls?

Yes. The 2019 Kia Sorento has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2019 Kia Sorento owners report?

Owners have filed 428 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2019 Kia Sorento, most often about the engine, unknown or other, electrical system.

How do I check a specific Sorento's history?

Enter the 17-character VIN into Carchieve. You get the recalls, owner complaints and crash ratings shown here for that exact vehicle, plus full decoded specifications and a guided title and odometer check.

2019 Kia Sorento: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

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Safety recalls

TRAILER HITCHES

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Kia Sorento have any recalls?

What problems do 2019 Kia Sorento owners report?

How do I check a specific Sorento's history?

Check a specific 2019 Kia Sorento

2019 Kia Sorento: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

Run a full report for this Sorento

Safety recalls

TRAILER HITCHES

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Kia Sorento have any recalls?

What problems do 2019 Kia Sorento owners report?

How do I check a specific Sorento's history?

Check a specific 2019 Kia Sorento

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