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2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 19 complaints on file for the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

19

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

2

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Sorento Hybrid years?

Sorento Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted62 complaints2021: 29 complaints2022: 19 complaints2023: 52 complaints2024: 8 complaints2025: 62 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Sorento Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System421%
Speed Control211%
Other211%
Transmission211%
Engine211%
Trailer Hitch15%
Airbags15%
Visibility & Wipers15%
Brakes15%
Fuel System15%
Seat Belts15%
Tires & Wheels15%

Does the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V610000Driver AssistanceAugust 31, 2023 · 144,979 units

Defect

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC280.

22V703000Trailer HitchSeptember 19, 2022 · 70,887 units

Defect

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.

22V447000Seat BeltsJune 23, 2022 · 17,199 units

Defect

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

Consequence

An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

Remedy

Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC241. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 22V-127. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

22V127000Seat BeltsMarch 4, 2022 · 213 units

Defect

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento Hybrid and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

Consequence

An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the seatbelt pretensioner(s), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC231. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-447. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owned a 2022 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked overnight and the following morning it was driven a short distance to pick up their children, upon arrival the vehicle was parked in the garage and all the occupants exited, it caught on fire. No injuries were…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 25, 2024 · fire

“While driving the car it failed to accelerate while pressing gas. It has happened 3 times. In each case it happened within approximately 5 min of driving, twice after idling for 10-15 min. The 'Hybrid System Warning-Safely Stop and Do Not Drive' light came on but not immediately. The engine display…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · January 12, 2023

“I was driving down the highway at 8:00 AM. The weather conditions were foggy. The air temperature was 43 degrees and I had the heat on in the vehicle. I experienced a sudden loud BANG, followed by a shower of shattered glass. The front panel of my panoramic sunroof exploded, sending glass into the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 3, 2022

“Vehicle unexpectedly shuts down while driving posing an immediate danger as there was no warning on four different occasions ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 29, 2023

“Vehicle unexpectedly shuts down while driving posing an immediate danger as there was no warning on four different occasions ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 29, 2023

2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid reliable?

The record is thin — 19 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2022 Sorento Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (4 complaints), speed control (2 complaints), other (2 complaints).

Does the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Kia Sorento Hybrid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sorento Hybrid years to avoid are 2025, 2023. The cleanest record among Sorento Hybrid years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.