2022 Kia Sportage problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 46 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Kia Sportage, filed between 2022-01-09 and 2026-09-01. The most common problem areas are the engine (21, 46%), electrical system (8, 17%) and forward collision avoidance (5, 11%). Owners reported 6 crashes, 2 fires and 1 injury in these complaints. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Kia Sportage complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 46% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 17% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 11% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailer hitches | 4 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 7% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 21 complaints
- 21 complaints of 46 (46%) name the engine.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage covers this system.
Electrical system: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 46 (17%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 46 (11%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- Owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage covers this system.
Trailer hitches: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 46 (9%) name the trailer hitches.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2022 Kia Sportage; the recall, campaign 22V703000, says: “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.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 46 (7%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 2 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage covers this system.
Power train: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 46 (7%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 3 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 11 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names SPORTAGE, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Kia Sportage recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Sportage?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Kia Sportage's most common problem areas are the engine (21 of 46 complaints), electrical system (8 of 46 complaints) and forward collision avoidance (5 of 46 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Kia Sportage have?
NHTSA has 46 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Kia Sportage, including 6 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage's problems?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.