| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V202000 |
| Summary | Kia 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. |
| Consequence | An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | 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. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V703000 |
| Summary | 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. The remedy is currently under development. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 11, 2022. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V760000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 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. |
| Consequence | Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | 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. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20220328 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V509000 |
| Summary | Kia 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.' |
| Consequence | Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | 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. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2022 Kia Sorento Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2022 Kia Sorento have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2022 Kia Sorento has atleast 12 recalls.Q: What are the 2022 Kia Sorento recalls?
A: The 2022 Kia Sorento recalls include: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER, TRAILER HITCHES, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE.
A: Yes, the 2022 Kia Sorento has atleast 12 recalls.Q: What are the 2022 Kia Sorento recalls?
A: The 2022 Kia Sorento recalls include: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER, TRAILER HITCHES, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE.