2022 Kia Sportage Problems
Compared with other Kia Sportage years
Typical for this model
47/100 0.9× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.9× that of a typical Kia Sportage year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 30 of its 46 complaints were filed by the end of 2024.
- Most reported part: Engine (21 complaints, median 42,000 mi).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 46filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 33,000miles, 9 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 26 mpgcombined, 2.4L 4-cyl FWD · 23 city / 30 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 Kia Sportage (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 46 consumer complaints for the 2022 Kia Sportage. The part named most often is engine, with 21 complaints (46% of the total), followed by electrical system (8) and other or unknown (8). 9 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 33,000 miles. Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 52 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 14 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 28 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 14 Kia Sportage model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 47 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine21 46%
- Electrical system8 17%
- Other or unknown8 17%
- Fuel system3 6.5%
- Air bags2 4.3%
- Brakes2 4.3%
- Seats2 4.3%
Also reported: Steering (2), Engine cooling (1), Tires (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “Was traveling northbound on I5 between Lacey and Dupont, Washington. Vehicle was in cruise at 65, then it suddenly went into limp mode. I was in the furthest right lane possible on the highway, and RPMs drastically dropped to below 1,000. I was able to get the vehicle pulled over to the right shoulder safely while the vehicle dropped to approximately 10mph on the freeway. The vehicle died as soon it was placed in park. When attempting to turn the vehicle on, all engine light warnings displayed (this was not present when the vehicle went into limp mode) and would not start. …”
NHTSA complaint #11517522, filed 2023-04, 60,000 milesElectrical system: “While driving my 2022 Kia Sportage, the brakes suddenly stopped responding. I pressed the brake pedal hard several times and the vehicle did not slow down or stop at all. There was no braking pressure and no warning lights. Because the brakes failed completely, I crashed directly into a guardrail. The airbags deployed on impact. This was not driver error, it was a sudden and total brake system failure. The vehicle is currently in a wreck yard and requires immediate manufacturer inspection.”
NHTSA complaint #11701175, filed 2025-11Other or unknown: “I am submitting this complaint regarding the positive battery terminal fuse block (battery terminal/fusible link assembly) on my 2022 Kia Sportage. The component is currently installed on the vehicle and is available for inspection upon request. I purchased this vehicle in 2024, when it was only about two years old. Because of the vehicle's age, I did not expect to experience major electrical problems. Approximately one year after purchasing it, in June, the battery failed and I had to purchase a brand-new replacement battery. …”
NHTSA complaint #11751241, filed 2026-07Forward collision avoidance: “I recently filed a safety problem concerning my brakes activating for no reason. It had happened 3 times before I filed. It want to report that it happened a 4th time. On New Year's Eve, at approximately 6:20PM, I was driving on a 4 lane road about 35-40 MPH when my brakes slammed down hard. There was a long beeping sound only while the car was breaking but no other indicators. It was raining and dark. I braced myself for impact. I thought for sure my car was going to slide into something. There were no cars in front of me in either direction nor where any cars behind. …”
NHTSA complaint #11562998, filed 2024-01Mileage when problems were reported
67% of the 9 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 20,000 and 51,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Kia Sportage. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 14.7% risk |
| Sportage · SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.5% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2022 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking optional.
Neighbouring years: 2021: same overall rating; 2023: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2022 Kia Sportage version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sportage AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 22 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Sportage FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Sportage FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,600 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- Trailer hitchesCovers: Kia Sportage 2017–2022, Sorento 2016–2022, Sorento Hybrid 2021–2023 +1 more
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…
Recall details for the 2022 Kia Sportage → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 52 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11034003Jun 8, 2026Body and structure. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information…
- 11033217May 28, 2026Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment systems on applicable…
- 11031854Apr 4, 2026Engine. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: THETA II 2.4L GDI EMISSIONS: ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC340 REVISION 5) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections…
- 11030391Mar 17, 2026Electrical system, Engine. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC340 FLIGHT 105) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to…
- 11029979Mar 6, 2026Electrical system, Engine. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: THETA II 2.4L GDI EMISSION SECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC340 REV 4) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information…
- 11028908Feb 19, 2026Body and structure. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information…
- 11026898Dec 19, 2025Engine. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC340 FLIGHT 103 / QL) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to…
- 11026825Dec 18, 2025Body and structure. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent…
- 11026980Dec 17, 2025Body and structure. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (CS2312) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting Customer Satisfaction Campaign. A software upgrade that…
- 11026533Dec 10, 2025Engine. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: THETA II 2.4L GDI EMISSIONS ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC340) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information…
Other model years of the Kia Sportage
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 28 | 1,060 | 1 | 5 | 28 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 55 | 17,500 | 1 | 5 | 28 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 75 | 22,500 | 3 | 5 | 28 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 194 | 26,887 | 6 | 5 | 28 | 100 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 46 | 33,000 | 1 | 5 | 26 | 47 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 54 | 53,000 | 2 | 5 | 26 | 49 · Typical | Rising |
| 2020 | 166 | 13,000 | 2 | 5 | 26 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2019 | 71 | 32,000 | 2 | 5 | 25 | 43 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 165 | 18,400 | 3 | 5 | 25 | 90 · More | Rising |
| 2017 | 404 | 55,000 | 4 | 5 | 25 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2016 | 134 | 60,000 | 2 | 4–5 | 23 | 43 · Typical | Falling |
| 2015 | 146 | 75,000 | 2 | 4–5 | 23 | 45 · Typical | Falling |
| 2014 | 125 | 79,500 | 3 | 4–5 | 23 | 28 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2013 | 381 | 98,000 | 3 | 4–5 | 24 | 55 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 392 | 97,750 | 5 | 4–5 | 24 | 80 · More | Falling |
| 2011 | 181 | 78,000 | 6 | — | 24 | 90 · More | Rising |
| 2010 | 20 | 76,297 | 2 | — | 22 | — | Rising |
| 2009 | 80 | 64,500 | 3 | — | 22 | 48 · Typical | Falling |
| 2008 | 98 | 80,500 | 3 | — | 21 | 50 · Typical | Stable |
| 2007 | 77 | 69,000 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2006 | 111 | 72,000 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 68 | 78,600 | 3 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 234 | 59,764 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 228 | 65,500 | 0 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 304 | 70,838 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 284 | 78,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 303 | 80,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 181 | 82,500 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 57 | 79,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 56 | 111,500 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Kia Sportage model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 Kia Sportage have?
NHTSA recorded 46 consumer complaints for the 2022 Kia Sportage as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 Kia Sportage is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 21 complaints (46% of the total), followed by electrical system with 8.
Has the 2022 Kia Sportage been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2022 Kia Sportage do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 Kia Sportage 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Kia Sportage get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Kia Sportage (Sportage FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl) at 26 mpg combined, 23 city and 30 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,600 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 Kia Sportage reported?
Among the 9 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 33,000 miles and the middle half falls between 20,000 and 51,000 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.