2022 Kia SPORTAGE: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
46 owner complaints analyzed
1 distinct recall campaigns
33,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 9 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 21 of 46 complaints (45.7%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and battery issues | 8 | 17.4% |
| Braking behavior | 7 | 15.2% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 2.2% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 2.2% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 2.2% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 2.2% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 21 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 5 |
| Trailer Hitches | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
Engine: 21; Electrical System: 7; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 5; Trailer Hitches: 4; Unknown Or Other: 4; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 3; Fuel/Propulsion System: 3; Power Train: 3
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 4 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 2 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 4; 25,000 to 49,999: 2; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (4). 37 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 11 |
2022: 10; 2023: 12; 2024: 8; 2025: 5; 2026: 11
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 8 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 7 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11446787 · 2022-01-09 (January 9, 2022)
I was involved in a highway forward collision accident and the emergency braking, alert, and air bags never went off.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11446787 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11453949 · 2022-02-24 (February 24, 2022)
My mother was in a car accident where another driver was not paying attention and t-boned her passenger side, doing about 55+ mph. My mother's vehicle, the Kia, had just begun travelling through an intersection (~10-15 mph) when the crash occurred. The Kia was hit so hard that it rolled 2-3 times before coming to a complete stop. She survived with a few fractured bones, thankfully, but the steering wheel airbag DID NOT DEPLOY! Every other airbag (driver side, passenger side, rear side) deployed, but not one of the most important ones. We're …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11453949 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11456423 · 2022-03-12 (March 12, 2022)
The component on the Kia 2022 Sportage LX called the Forward Collision Warning failed to come on during an accident. This car is available for inspection upon request. My safety and the driver in the car in front of me were put at risk. We were both wearing our seat belts and did not suffer any health issues, but for the future of all drivers, this failed warning system should be recalled. The dealer will not confirm the problem, but the autobody company that repaired the damage confirms that there are no proper parts to confirm this system app…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11456423 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11456991 · 2022-03-16 (March 16, 2022)
The vehicle was purchased new from the dealer in May 2021. Parked in the driveway and while attempting to adjust the seat height manually, the lever snapped off locking the seat height into its last position. The lever and its "teeth" are made of plastic which appears obviously and ultimately designed to fail. This could be a potential safety issue if the driver attempts to adjust the seat height while the vehicle is in motion. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? NO; the dealer will be notifie…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11456991 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11459753 · 2022-04-05 (April 5, 2022)
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sportage LX. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH to get onto the highway, the contact accelerated; however, the driver in front of her stopped abruptly. The contact crashed into the rear end of the driver in front. The forward collision sensor warning light did not illuminate on the instrument panel. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle did not have to be towed. There was a police report filed. There was no injury or medical reports. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic to be repaired for t…
Owner-reported narrative. 4,800 miles reported. Look up ODI 11459753 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11460241 · 2022-04-09 (April 9, 2022)
Engine will not start consistently. Will take two to four attempts to start, and engine will sputter when it finally does catch and start. Electrical equipment not affected (battery inspected twice). The car will also randomly jerk and/or speed up when driving.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11460241 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11468689 · 2022-06-10 (June 10, 2022)
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle caught on fire without warning. The side of the contact's home also caught on fire. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. A fire report was filed. The fire inspector stated that the fire was started from under the hood of the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 5,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 5,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11468689 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11482669 · 2022-09-02 (September 2, 2022)
Vehicle Stolen:. This particular vehicle is known nationwide to be an easy target for theifs. I am stuck in a lease that I don't want to be in anymore due to someone already stealing it
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11482669 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
1 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
22V703000 · Trailer Hitches
Reported: 2022-09-19 (September 19, 2022)
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗