2022 Kia Sportage recalls

1 safety recall, 46 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

1Recalls
46Complaints
8Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2022 Kia Sportage recall list

Trailer Hitches recall

Park outside22V-703
September 19, 2022 · Kia America, Inc.
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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.

2022 Kia Sportage owner complaints

46 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Engine21
Electrical System8
Forward Collision Avoidance5
Unknown or Other4
Trailer Hitches4
Power Train3
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Visibility3
Visibility/Wiper2
Seats2

Recent complaints

September 1, 2026Engine

While driving 8/24/2026 on interstate engine light started flashing then staues on and car decelerated and knocking noise.Got to closest parking lot. Car would no longer move and turned it off. Contacted a tow. Tow driver verified battery good, oil good and started car, the motor shook uncontrollably then it was turned off and towed to dealership. Full service oil change was done 8/23/2026 at dealership. Dealer stated diagnostics engine failure need replacement. since owning would not support 5000 mile oil change and was reported to dealer due to need service earlier.

August 3, 2026Electrical SystemVisibility/Wiper

Our 2022 Sportage backup camera screen has gone completely blank creating an immediate rear visibility safety hazard that violates federal back up camera standards. The manual indicated fuse is still functional and the infotainment reset does not resolve the issue. The entire system remains nonfunctioning.

July 20, 2026Engine and Engine CoolingElectrical System

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked with the engine running, there was an alert on the instrument panel that stating "Warning - System Overheating". The contact checked the coolant level, and the level was at the operational level; however, the A/C was not operating properly. While driving the vehicle, the external temperature gauge started lowering. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with blower motor failure that affected the wiring harness and the cooling fan assembly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,000.

July 18, 2026Electrical SystemUnknown or OtherEngine

I am submitting this complaint regarding the positive battery terminal fuse block (battery terminal/fusible link assembly) on my 2022 Kia Sportage. The component is currently installed on the vehicle and is available for inspection upon request. I purchased this vehicle in 2024, when it was only about two years old. Because of the vehicle's age, I did not expect to experience major electrical problems. Approximately one year after purchasing it, in June, the battery failed and I had to purchase a brand-new replacement battery. Then, only about three months later, that replacement battery also failed and had to be replaced with another new battery. Having two batteries fail within such a shor

May 27, 2026Engine

Engine failure at 93,000 miles. Timing chain jumped, causing internal engine damage. Dealer (Capitol Kia, San Jose CA) diagnosed engine as failed and quoted $11,843 for short block replacement. Vehicle is a 2021 Kia Sportage 2.4L. This is a known issue with the Theta II 2.4L engine.

2022 Kia Sportage crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2022 Kia Sportage SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Kia Sportage SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2022 Kia Sportage: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 14.7%.

2022 Kia Sportage recall FAQ

Does the 2022 Kia Sportage have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage. The most recent, filed September 19, 2022, concerns the trailer hitches.

What are the most common 2022 Kia Sportage problems?

Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is engine (21 reports), followed by electrical system.

Is the 2022 Kia Sportage safe?

The 2022 Kia Sportage earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2022 Kia Sportage?

Contact any authorized Kia dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.