CarRecallWatchThe 2022 Kia Sorento has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 194 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (68 reports).
2022 Kia Sorento recalls
Wiring Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness in these vehicles may be inadequate.
Rearview camera may fail to display, raising crash risk
The rearview camera mounting clips on these Sorento vehicles may break.
Transmission Fault Can Cause Sudden Loss of Drive Power
A transmission oil pump malfunction can impair the vehicle's fail-safe limited-mobility drive mode, which may result in a complete loss of drive power.
Tow hitch wiring can short and cause a fire
The tow hitch wiring harness module on these vehicles can accumulate debris and moisture on its circuit board.
Wrong spare tire can disable ABS and traction control
Certain 2022 Kia Sorento and Telluride vehicles may have an incorrect temporary spare tire installed.
Cracked Turbo Oil Pipe Can Leak and Cause Fire
A turbocharger oil supply pipe may crack, which can allow oil to leak into the engine compartment.
Most common 2022 Kia Sorento problems
Problem areas named in the 194 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 68 |
| Engine | 52 |
| Unknown Or Other | 38 |
| Electrical System | 31 |
| Service Brakes | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Visibility | 9 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 9 |
What owners report
On [XXX], a 2022 Kia Sorento with 37,971 miles displayed "Transmission system error! Check transmission oil immediately." The vehicle is currently drivable, with no crash and no injury reported, but the driver is concerned about a potential loss of drive power while driving. Pride Kia of Lynn, 793 Lynnway, Lynn, MA 01905, confirmed an appointment only for December 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM, 36 days later, and refused to advance the inspection. A VIN recall check on October 26, 2026 showed 0 unrepaired recalls for this vehicle, including no open SC250 transmission recall. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Turned car on and no air blowing from any vents on any setting.
2022 Kia Sorento, VIN [XXX], subject to Recall 22V760 (Kia SC250, 8-speed DCT electric oil pump). The recall was performed with a software update only; the transmission and original pump were not replaced. On XXX at 116,273 miles, while driving, the dash displayed âTransmission system error! Check transmission oil immediatelyâ and the vehicle entered limp mode. My scan tool read P193B79 (high-pressure electric oil pump performance) and P0868 (transmission fluid pressure low). The message cleared on its own. I later cleared the codes with my scan tool; P0868 returned and P193B79 has not as of XXX. No fluid leaks. Transmission gear oil was serviced at a Kia dealer about 13,900 miles earlie
Car goes into "limp mode" and functions on only partial power. Warning light reads "Transmission system error! Check transmission oil immediately." Dealership says car shows no codes. My 2022 Kia Sorento SX had a recall because this problem is known. Kia recalled all the 2021 and 22's and fixed the programming to allow for limp mode. This "fix" Kia dealership kept the car and drove it but could not replicate. I took the car back and it happened again. It has happened on July 24th, August 26, September 3, October 7. In between, I've paid for an $800 transmission service and Kia has replaced the "clutch pack for the transmission" (whatever that is). The Car Pros Kia service writer
The vehicle experienced a sudden loss of motive power on the highway due to the failure of the transmission electric oil pump, matching NHTSA Campaign 22V760000. The vehicle previously received only the TCU software update remedy. The software update failed to prevent the underlying physical defect from occurring, and the vehicle is now dangerously disabled. The local dealership is refusing to perform the physical transmission replacement mandated by the recall remedy, falsely claiming the recall is permanently closed because of the prior software patch.
2022 Kia Sorento questions
Does the 2022 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2022 Kia Sorento: Wiring Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Rearview camera may fail to display, raising crash risk; Transmission Fault Can Cause Sudden Loss of Drive Power; Tow hitch wiring can short and cause a fire; Wrong spare tire can disable ABS and traction control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Sorento?
Based on 194 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (68), Engine (52), Unknown Or Other (38).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Kia Sorento has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.