2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
25/100
#4 most-complained of 5 Sorento Hybrid years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid has a Complaint Index of 25, ranking 4th of 5 model years and earning a "Good" verdict relative to other Sorento Hybrid years. NHTSA lists 12 complaints, 4 recalls, and 1 fire, with Electrical System and Engine issues each accounting for 33% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 36
- 37.5 city / 34 hwy
Top 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System4 (33%)
- Engine4 (33%)
- Other2 (17%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (17%)
- Airbags1 (8%)
- Brakes1 (8%)
- Fuel System1 (8%)
- Seat Belts1 (8%)
- Structure & Body1 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)
What owners report
- Electrical system faults reported as sudden vehicle shutdown while driving with no warning, occurring on multiple occasions.
- One vehicle caught fire after being parked overnight and driven only a short distance the next morning, with no prior warning light.
- Owners describe the hybrid battery failing to charge past 60-70 percent, requiring dealer diagnosis and confirmation of the fault.
- Engine complaints include failure to accelerate despite pressing the gas pedal, accompanied by a "Hybrid System Warning-Safely Stop and Do Not Drive" message.
- A separate case reported sudden loss of power with grinding noises from the engine while driving, shortly after a dealer inspection found no issues.
- A rear windshield reportedly shattered on its own after the driver's door was closed, with no impact to the vehicle.
2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V610000Aug 31, 2023Collision Avoidance & Cameras144,979 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
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."
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 22V703000Sep 19, 2022Structure & Body70,887 vehiclesPark Outside
Trailer hitches
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.
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.
- NHTSA 22V447000Jun 23, 2022Seat Belts17,199 vehicles
Seat belts:pretensioner
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.
Risk: 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.
2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 37.5 MPG
- Highway
- 34 MPG
- Combined
- 36 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $1,800
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Sorento Hybrid years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid reliable?
- Relative to other Sorento Hybrid model years, the 2022 model has a Complaint Index of 25, the second-lowest among the five years tracked, and carries a "Good" verdict.
- What problems does the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid have?
- NHTSA complaints point mostly to the Electrical System and Engine, each making up 33% of the 12 total complaints, including one reported fire. Median mileage at electrical failure was 12,000 miles.
- Does the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls covering the rearview camera mounting clips, a tow hitch harness fire risk that requires parking outside, and two seat belt pretensioner recalls.
- How does the 2022 Sorento Hybrid compare to other years?
- The 2022 model (Complaint Index 25) ranks better than 2021 (50, Caution), 2023 (75, Avoid), and 2025 (100, Avoid), but worse than 2024 (0, Best).