2022 Kia Sorento recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 6 2022 Kia Sorento recalls, newest first
Sep 25, 2025Electrical System, WiringKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 to 2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V649000 · Kia America, Inc.
Aug 31, 2023Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 to 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."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V610000 · Kia America, Inc.
Oct 11, 2022Power Train, Automatic TransmissionKia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 to 2022 Sorento and 2021 to 2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail safe" limited mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC250.
NHTSA campaign 22V760000 · Kia America, Inc.
Sep 19, 2022Trailer HitchesPark outsideKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 to 2022 Sorento, 2021 to 2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022 to 2023 Sorento Plug In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017 to 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.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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 22V703000 · Kia America, Inc.
Jul 19, 2022Tires, Temporary/emergency Spare TireKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride vehicles. The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: Impaired anti lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC244.
NHTSA campaign 22V509000 · Kia Motors America
Mar 29, 2022Engine And Engine Cooling, EngineKia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC233.
NHTSA campaign 22V202000 · Kia Motors America
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FAQ
Does the 2022 Kia Sorento have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2022 Kia Sorento. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2022 Kia Sorento has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.