2022 KIA SORENTO Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Kia Sorento. This model year has 171 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2022 Kia Sorento Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Kia Sorento. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 55 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 49 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 35 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 25 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Trailer Hitches | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Kia Sorento. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 171 most recent complaints
The vehicle’s transmission failed. While driving on the highway, the transmission began slipping and then would not allow the vehicle to accelerate beyond approximately 10 mph. The vehicle also lost the ability to reverse. My family’s safety was put at significant risk. The inc…
The fuel door actuator failed. The gas door would not open due to the actuator being seized shut, preventing access to the fuel tank. This vehicle does not have a manual release mechanism, so there was no alternative way to open the fuel door. The dealership confirmed the actuato…
The transmission and related drivetrain components malfunctioned. While driving, the vehicle’s RPMs would surge into the 5,000–6,000 range without corresponding acceleration, and the vehicle would not shift properly into the next gear. The issue caused poor acceleration and incon…
The driver’s seat frame and adjustment mechanism failed. The seat broke off from the frame, resulting in the seat only being able to move left and right, with no ability to adjust forward/backward or recline. The dealership confirmed a seat frame malfunction and addressed the iss…
2022 Kia Sorento. Dec 2024(previous owner incident) to new owner purchase May 2025- April 2026 vehicle keeps displaying all lights and warnings, loses acceleration & loss of throttle power while driving. High voltage code P0653 code displays. RPM’s will go up and down while vehi…
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel displayed a blank screen. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times. The vehicle …
My AC system has failed due to leak in the evaporator core. It has been inspected by 2 mechanics (one including the Kia dealership) the extreme Texas heat puts myself and small children at risk. I’ve been told the evaporator core has been made with cheap thin metal and has small …
1. Panoramic sunroof 2. Sunroof exploded while parked sounding like a gun shot. 3. Dealer/Kia Customer Care has informed me this is a known issue. 4. Dealer said they looked at my car but never looked at it. I confirmed this with the service manager at University Kia in Waco Tx. …
When I turned my car on and started to drive, an orange a popped up and started blinking. It looked like the automatic stop and start light. My car would not shift and I could not go above 60 mph. I had to turn my car off and turn it back on for it to stop doing what it was doing…
All sensors and alarms glitching.
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof exploded without impact. There was no injury sustained. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aw…
The vehicle has less than 75k miles, and I am the second owner. I was driving, and the vehicle lost power. Creating a traumatic experience that could have been fatal. After Kia had inspected the vehicle, I was informed that I needed a new engine and it would cost 8k or more, and…
Vehicle purchased August 2022. July 13, 2023: Vehicle experienced sudden loss of acceleration while driving. The vehicle would not properly accelerate with traffic flow and another vehicle nearly struck me due to the unexpected loss of propulsion. Vehicle was towed to Kia dealer…
There is a safety recall concerning fire hazard during normal operation. Kia is refusing to buyback the inoperable vehicle
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the contact experienced the death wobble. There was no warning light illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehic…
My reverse camera bracket broke off leading to the camera dangling on the license plate and unusable for rear backup safety.
Vehicle: 2022 Kia Sorento EX VIN: [XXX] Date Defects Discovered:[XXX} A Kia dealership confirmed multiple instances of airbag tampering in this vehicle: • Driver knee airbag missing • Driver A‑pillar airbag missing • Wiring harnesses cut • Electrical resistors splice…
Radiator has had a leak twice in the past three months. This has cause me to have to get it fully replaced at my own cost. This is a design flaw and is at no part my fault.
In August 2025 my 2022 Kia Sorento S began having the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Malfunction Indicator light flashing. It comes on, flashes for a while, then goes off again. Shortly after the first time this happened (a week or so), my steering began losing all power steerin…
I am reporting a serious safety defect regarding my 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid (Mileage: 91,661). The vehicle was diagnosed with an internal short in the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) Control Unit (Error codes P0404, P049D). Upon inspection, significant engine oil intrusion was f…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Kia Sorento.
Recalls for 2022 Kia Sorento
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Kia Sorento. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2022 Kia Sorento — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2022 Kia Sorento reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2022 Kia Sorento has 171 NHTSA owner complaints, 4 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (55 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Sorento?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (55 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (49 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (35 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Kia Sorento?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Kia Sorento?▾
The 2022 Kia Sorento has 4 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 171 total NHTSA complaints. 4 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Kia Sorento have any recalls?▾
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Kia Sorento. The largest issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2022 Kia Sorento?▾
The 2022 Kia Sorento has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Kia Sorento reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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