2022 Kia Sorento Phev
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 22 complaints
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| Year | Complaints |
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| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
9 of 22 total reports mention: power train.
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Purchased the car new in early February 2022. Within about six weeks, heard a loud bump from under the car as I was pulling away from the driveway, this happened 2-3 times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-04-14
Electrical system
7 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.
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On XXX, during a 13 hour return trip from [XXX], while traveling at speeds of approximately 80 mph on the interstate in mountainous terrain with my family in the vehicle, the instrument cluster displayed a message instructing me to stop driving and...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-04
My 2022 KIA Sorrento PHEV periodically gives a "Check Hybrid System, Stop Safely" emergency warning. When this happens the vehicle will not accelerate and can only be limped to a stop. This has occurred 4 times in 18 months.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-17
Also filed under Engine
Engine
5 of 22 total reports mention: engine.
Service brakes
3 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes.
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Breaks failed to engage while driving on the highway, which almost caused us to have an accident. The car was leased a few months ago so very concerned and will be taking it to the dealership.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-05-31
Forward collision avoidance
3 of 22 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2022-05-03Seat belts22V127000 Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento Hybrid and 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seatbelt pretensioner(s), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC231.
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2022-08-08Recall queryClosed 2023-05-26 Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture
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2022-08-17Seat belts22V447000 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.
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.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2023-03-22Fuel system, gasoline23V027000 Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. The fuel tank may have been improperly molded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Deales will inspect and replace the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC261.
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2023-07-27Trailer hitches22V703000 Kia America, Inc.
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.
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2023-10-27Back over prevention23V610000 Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Kia Sorento Phev — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V127000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V447000 · Seat belts
- Recall 23V027000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 22V703000 · Trailer hitches
- Recall 23V610000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Kia Sorento Phev reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Sorento Phev?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Sorento Phev have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.