2022 Kia Sportage Recalls
1 NHTSA safety recall on record for the 2022 Kia Sportage — components, risks, and free remedies, plus how to check your exact VIN.
The 2022 Kia Sportage has 1 safety recall recorded in the U.S. NHTSA database affecting the trailer hitches. Safety-recall repairs are carried out free of charge by franchised Kia dealers, regardless of the vehicle's age or warranty status. Enter your 17-character VIN to confirm which of these apply to your exact vehicle and whether the remedy has already been performed.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA
2022 Kia Sportage recalls (NHTSA)
| Campaign # | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
22V703000 |
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. | 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. |
Source: U.S. NHTSA recalls database. Recalls apply to specific build dates/batches — decode your VIN to confirm which apply to your exact vehicle. Last updated .
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Decode your 2022 Kia Sportage's 17-character VIN to see which recalls apply to your exact vehicle, plus 100+ specs and a PDF.
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How do I check if my 2022 Kia Sportage has an open recall?
NHTSA tracks recalls by VIN, because a recall usually applies only to specific production dates and component batches — not every 2022 Kia Sportage. Decode your 17-character VIN on VinSnap (or NHTSA's own VIN lookup) to see exactly which recalls apply to your vehicle and whether the free remedy has already been completed.
Are recall repairs free on a 2022 Kia Sportage?
Yes. Under U.S. law, safety-recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised Kia dealers, regardless of the vehicle's age, mileage, or warranty status. You should not be charged for parts or labour on an open safety recall.
What should I do if my 2022 Kia Sportage has an open safety recall?
Contact a franchised Kia dealer with your VIN and book the free recall repair. If the recall is marked "Park It" or "Park Outside", follow that guidance immediately. Keep your contact details current with the manufacturer so recall notices reach you.