2016–2020 Kia Sorento
By Ray Delgado ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 22, 2026
Quick answer: Wiper Blade Replacement on a 2016–2020 Kia Sorento is rated Easy and takes about 10–15 minutes. You'll need 2 tools for this job, and parts cost about $81. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.
| Part Name | Part Number | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver wiper blade, 26" | Bosch 26A | $32.99 | |
| Passenger wiper blade, 16" | Bosch 16B | $32.99 | |
| Rear wiper blade, 12" | — | $14.99 |
About prices: shown prices are typical retail averages and change frequently; cheaper alternatives may be available. Confirm the current price before buying.
💡 Pro tip: Order all parts at once to save on shipping
Follow these steps carefully
UM Sorento: 26 driver, 16 passenger, 12 rear — one chart lists an 11-inch rear, so measure. Front arms are J-hooks with a small release tab under the saddle. Buy blades for the 2016–2020 Sorento — the 2021+ redesign differs.
The wipers sit under the hood line — service position: ignition on, then off, push the stalk to mist within 20 seconds for three seconds. The arms rise. Tap mist to park them. Skip if the arms already lift freely.
Raise the arm; towel on the windshield under it. Squeeze the small release tab under the blade's bracket and slide the blade off the J-hook. If it's crusty, wiggle gently — don't yank; the arm paint chips easily.
Crusty J-hook joints are the norm on these — a wiggle beats a yank every time. I chipped a customer's arm paint once; never again.
Fit the J-hook adapter to the new 26-inch blade if it isn't pre-installed, and strip the protector from the rubber edge. Match the new blade against the old one for length and saddle shape before heading back to the car.
Feed the blade up into the hook until the tab clicks over the arm tip. Tug firmly along the arm — it must not budge. Lower the arm to the glass; a released spring arm can crack a windshield.
Swap the passenger side with the 16-inch blade. The tailgate wiper pops off its rocker clip — slide the old blade out, click the new one in. Tug the rear blade to confirm it won't walk off.
In my experience, Give that rear blade a real tug — the rocker clip feels seated when it isn't, and a loose rear blade walks off at the first highway run.
Top up the washer fluid and run the fronts, then the rear. Look for even, quiet clearing, and check the rear blade clears the backup camera. Park with a mist tap, switch off, and log the 26/16/12 sizes and date.
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
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