Used 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2018 Kia Sorento Transmission Control Module prices

Year-specific used transmission control module pricing for the 2018 Kia Sorento, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedAug 31, 2026

Part overview

About the 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module

A used 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module costs between $40 and $405, with a median of $132 from 418 salvage yard listings.

What the transmission control module does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used transmission control module price guide →

Also known asTCMTransmission ComputerTransmission ModuleTCU
Price summary

A used 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module costs $40 to $405, with a median asking price of $132. Based on 418 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2013–2021 (9 model years), updated Aug 31, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$137
Grade B (good)$107

2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module price snapshot

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Low
$40
Average
$143
High
$405
534 listings observed · 418 priced listings used · last updated Aug 31, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$40–$405320 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$26979 listings
Grade XUngraded$50–$30019 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $40–$405 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$132
2018 Kia Sorento median asking price
Labor
$95–$300
1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$225–$430
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission control module replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission control module replacement cost breakdown

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

Steering, (MDPS control, column mounted)47 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$102$45 – $296
Theft-Locking, immobilizer (center dash), US market39 listingsInterchange 2013–2021$100$51 – $195
Communication, (telematics, behind navigation screen)32 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$177$75 – $300
Suspension, (TPMS, under center console)32 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$195$56 – $233
Air Bag, (under center console)29 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$100$50 – $232
Theft-Locking, keyless entry (Smart Key, center dash)18 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$178$75 – $282
Lamps, (adaptive headlamp control, RH dash)13 listingsInterchange 2018–2020$106$75 – $232
Cooling Fan, (fan controller, 3.3L, LH frame rail)10 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$99$50 – $315
Transfer Case10 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$177$50 – $195
Driver Assist, automatic braking (center dash)9 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$100$50 – $161
Theft-Locking, immobilizer (center dash), Canada market8 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$254$75 – $256
Driver Assist, surround view (center dash)6 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$257$164 – $289

Year-specific context

How does the 2018 Kia Sorento compare?

The 2018 guide is based on 534 observed listings, including 418 with posted prices. Its $132 median is 7% below the Kia Sorento guide's $142 median.

Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #5 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021. Shopping across all 9 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

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What does a Kia Sorento transmission control module cost in other years?

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$153median
$35$408
02wide ±283%

ABS Module

$209median
$40$1,225
03wide ±175%

Air Bag

$250median
$49$923
04wide ±218%

Alternator

$86median
$25$400
05wide ±236%

Axle Shaft

$126median
$29$623
06wide ±250%

Blower Motor

$76median
$25$405
07wide ±270%

Brake Caliper

$82median
$20$462
08wide ±205%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$460median
$95$1,979
09wide ±143%

Front Bumper

$233median
$57$725
10wide ±127%

Rear Bumper

$250median
$63$700
11wide ±284%

Car Radio

$275median
$47$1,611
12wide ±222%

Center Console

$109median
$35$520
13wide ±200%

AC Condenser

$153median
$35$647
14wide ±103%

Control Arm

$145median
$37$337
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Differential

Price data updating

16wide ±167%

Door Assembly

$501median
$95$1,765
17wide ±121%

Drive Shaft

$230median
$60$618
18wide ±114%

Engine

$2,824median
$844$7,300
19wide ±181%

Engine Computer

$161median
$35$618
20wide ±186%

Exhaust Manifold

$300median
$85$1,200
21wide ±150%

Fender

$257median
$50$822
22wide ±134%

Fog Light

$165median
$28$470
23wide ±127%

Front Seat

$191median
$60$545
24wide ±126%

Fuel Pump

$133median
$40$375
25wide ±102%

Fuel Tank

$179median
$45$410
26wide ±155%

Grille

$225median
$53$750
27wide ±155%

Headlight Assembly

$548median
$153$1,856
28wide ±96%

Heater Core

$66median
$50$177
29wide ±110%

Hood

$615median
$133$1,480
30wide ±109%

Ignition Switch

$99median
$35$250
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Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

32wide ±176%

Intake Manifold

$131median
$40$500
33wide ±138%

Master Cylinder

$99median
$25$299
34wide ±210%

Side Mirror

$222median
$40$974
35wide ±134%

Power Steering Pump

$205median
$40$590
36wide ±97%

Quarter Panel

$520median
$199$1,203
37wide ±254%

Radiator

$172median
$50$925
38wide ±276%

Rear View Mirror

$103median
$25$594
39wide ±197%

Starter

$75median
$20$315
40wide ±209%

Steering Column

$208median
$50$920
41wide ±181%

Steering Rack

$188median
$50$730
42wide ±147%

Steering Wheel

$190median
$50$610
43wide ±264%

Strut

$110median
$25$606
44wide ±275%

Sunroof

$300median
$61$1,710
45wide ±199%

Tail Light

$215median
$40$895
46wide ±222%

Tailgate

$999median
$170$4,600
47wide ±176%

Throttle Body

$78median
$25$300
48wide ±84%

Torque Converter

$225median
$100$480
49wide ±171%

Transfer Case

$228median
$75$853
50wide ±288%

Transmission

$760median
$131$4,510
51wide ±90%

Turbocharger

$416median
$200$950
52wide ±188%

Water Pump

$85median
$20$340
53wide ±222%

Wheels

$199median
$40$924
54wide ±141%

Window Regulator

$131median
$40$410

Common questions

2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module FAQ

How much is a used 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module?

Based on 418 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module lists between $40 and $405, with a median asking price of $132.

How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module?

Using a used part, a 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module replacement typically runs $225–$430 all-in: the median used transmission control module for this year lists at $132, and independent-shop labor for transmission control module replacement typically takes 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$300). The labor figure does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module also appear under model years 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.

How much is a 2018 Kia Sorento tcm?

A tcm is another name for a transmission control module. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Kia Sorento transmission control module — median $132, from 418 listings.

2018 Kia Sorento Transmission Control Module Cost — Used From $40 to $405