2022 Kia Sorento
Common problems & what to know before you buy
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2022 Kia Sorento.
Recalls on the 2022 Kia Sorento
Engine and engine cooling: turbo/supercharger
The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire
The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the…
Trailer hitches
Kia America, Inc.
3 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.
Source: NHTSA
What 193 owners reported
Source: NHTSA
2022 Kia Sorento at a glance
- Trims
- EXEX HybridLXSS HybridSXSX PrestigeX-Line SX
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-Cylinder Turbo, 1.6L 4-Cylinder Turbo Hybrid, 2.5L 4-Cylinder
- Transmission
- DCT 8-spd, Automatic 6-spd, Automatic 8-spd
- Drivetrain
- FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline, Hybrid
- Body style
- SUV
About the MQ4
The 2021-present Kia Sorento is the MQ4 generation and adopts a much more angular, upright design along with a substantially broader powertrain range. Options are a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with an eight-speed automatic, a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine with an eight-speed dual-clutch, a 1.6-liter turbocharged hybrid, and a plug-in hybrid. Front-wheel drive is standard with all-wheel drive optional, and an X-Line and later X-Pro trim add ride height and all-terrain tires.
This generation improved interior quality again and introduced a much more modern technology package, with available curved displays across the dashboard. The hybrid and plug-in hybrid are the significant additions, offering efficiency that no previous Sorento approached. A facelift for 2024 revised the front and rear styling.
For used buyers, the MQ4 Sorento is recent enough that most examples retain factory coverage, and the Smartstream engines are a newer family than the Theta II units associated with earlier problems. The eight-speed dual-clutch on the turbocharged model behaves differently from a conventional automatic in traffic and is worth evaluating directly. The hybrid is the standout for running costs. Third-row space remains tighter than in the largest rivals and should be checked in person.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 2022 Kia Sorento?
Owners have filed 193 complaints about the 2022 Kia Sorento with NHTSA, most often about the power train. There are 6 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.
Is the 2022 Kia Sorento reliable?
Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 6 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2022 Kia Sorento?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2022 Kia Sorento listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.