Kia Sportage 2022 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Kia Sportage 2022 and 46 complaints filed by owners. One of them carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning until repaired. It's the model year with the fewest complaints for the Kia Sportage between 2016 and 2025.
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Kia Sportage 2022? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Kia Sportage 2022
Trailer hitch
NHTSA campaign 22V703000 · 2022-09-19 !
Owners are advised to park it outside and away from structures until repaired (fire risk).
What happens
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.
Consequence
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners 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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
46 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
6 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 1 injuries
Most reported problems on the Kia Sportage 2022
- Engine: 21 (46% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 8 (17% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 5 (11% of complaints)
- Trailer hitch: 4 (9% of complaints)
- Powertrain and transmission: 3 (7% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Kia Sportage 2022
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Kia Sportage SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2022 Kia Sportage SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Kia Sportage recalls by year
- 2016 : 2 recalls · 133 complaints
- 2017 : 4 recalls · 401 complaints
- 2018 : 3 recalls · 164 complaints
- 2019 : 2 recalls · 70 complaints
- 2020 : 2 recalls · 162 complaints
- 2021 : 2 recalls · 54 complaints
- 2022 : 1 recalls · 46 complaints
- 2023 : 6 recalls · 192 complaints
- 2024 : 3 recalls · 73 complaints
- 2025 : 1 recalls · 52 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Kia Sportage 2022 have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Kia Sportage 2022. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Kia Sportage 2022?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: engine (21 of 46 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 14, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).