Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Kia / Sorento
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
006127173 KIA SORENTO 2005 BRAKE PULSATION. *TR
007127137 KIA SORENTO 2004 I was told by the florida state attorney general's office this is the site to enter information for a possible product recall. this is not a safety
007126769 KIA SORENTO 2007 Passenger side airbag off light illuminates even when a grown adult is sitting in the seat. the owners manual states, and the service dept at the
007126722 KIA SORENTO 2003 ENGINE COOLANT OVERFLOW CONTAINER IS CRACKED. *TR
007126470 KIA SORENTO 2007 This 2007 kia sorento has a driveline vibration since purchased on 1/31/07. the vibration starts at 65 mph and goes away at 73 mph. brought it back to
007126109 KIA SORENTO 2007 Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kia sorento. the passenger side air bag light illuminated intermittently when an occupant was in the seat. the dealer
007125679 KIA SORENTO 2008 Tl*the contact owns a 2008 kia sorento. while driving 45 mph, the passenger side air bag light remained illuminated, which indicated that the air bag
007125239 KIA SORENTO 2007 Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kia sorento. the contact stated that the air bag light was illuminated on the front passenger side, which indicated the
007125075 KIA SORENTO 2007 2007 kia optima passenger air bag will not in gage win in set . does not happen all the time . air bag light tells you when it is not on. kia has
007124763 KIA SORENTO 2007 In july, 2007, i purchased a 2007 kia sorento. on my first occasion to drive on the interstate, coming home from work, i encountered a major shudder
007124397 KIA SORENTO 2007 The airbag actuation system is design defective, at least from my point of view, in that it does not always become active , when a passenger is
007124086 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia part # 25430-3e201 tsb # kt2007073101 driving down road coolant over flow tank splits leaks fluid out, ruins engine, find out kia had a
007121998 KIA SORENTO 2007 Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kia sorento. while driving at various speeds, mainly between 42 and 45 mph, the vehicle jerks and vibrates. the vehicle
007121548 KIA SORENTO 2003 My vehicle started acting up whenever i turned on the air condition i would lose power. the engine light would come on and the steering wheel would
007121085 KIA SORENTO 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 kia sorento. the contact received a recall notice in july of 2007 regarding the crank shaft boat. he took his vehicle to
007119946 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia sorento. gas tank will not fill and when attempting to fill the car will spew gas onto the consumer and all over the car and surrounding
007119384 KIA SORENTO 2007 Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kia sorento. the contact stated that the instrument panel indicated that the pressure in the driver side front tire was
007119241 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. while driving 20 mph, the vehicle began to sputter and hesitate and then it completely shut off. the contact
006118933 KIA SORENTO 2004 i had back firing and the possibility of stalling. of course i did report this to lawleys, but their response was, well we can't find the problem, so
006118932 KIA SORENTO 2004 i had back firing and the possibility of stalling. of course i did report this to lawleys, but their response was, well we can't find the problem, so
007118587 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. while driving 15 mph, the steering wheel failed to turn to the right and the vehicle crashed into a pole.
007118586 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. while driving 15 mph, the steering wheel failed to turn to the right and the vehicle crashed into a pole.
007118585 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. while driving 15 mph, the steering wheel failed to turn to the right and the vehicle crashed into a pole.
007118584 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. while driving 15 mph, the steering wheel failed to turn to the right and the vehicle crashed into a pole.
007118583 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. while driving 15 mph, the steering wheel failed to turn to the right and the vehicle crashed into a pole.
007117656 KIA SORENTO 2003 Coolant spilling from the reservoir (which was replaced in december 2006, the part was on national back order. i waited 5 weeks for the part to
007117550 KIA SORENTO 2006 Both headlights (low beam) were out. took the vehicle to the dealership and had to pay $98.15 to get them replaced. the dealership said the warranty
007117304 KIA SORENTO 2007 I have a 2007 kia sorrento that was purchased partly because of the 5 star safety rating. however, in my particular vehicle the passenger side airbag
007117280 KIA SORENTO 2004 Engine seized due to a factory recall. received the notice after the fact and kia is not willing to accept and take responsibility in correctly fixing
007117256 KIA SORENTO 2005 My fiance' and i have recently started experiencing some issues with our 2005 manual transmission. for some reason, from a stop, the car will not move
007117126 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. while driving 65 mph she could smell something burning. the vehicle was pulled over and turned off. there
007116323 KIA SORENTO 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 kia sorento. while driving 15-20 mph, another vehicle crashed into the driver side door of the contacts vehicle. the
007115766 KIA SORENTO 2004 Car started making a squeaking rubber noise in afternoon then by next early morning car was making a loud squealing noise then a loud thunk and by the
007115623 KIA SORENTO 2003 On july 20, 2007 driving home from work in the rain, on the highway my car made a loud noise and i lost steering and did everything i could to not hit
007115521 KIA SORENTO 2005 Front passenger air bag light does not work properly. it senses passenger less than 50% of the time. even getting out and restarting the car will
007114755 KIA SORENTO 2005 On a few occasions when the driver power seat was moved forward, backward or reclined, it would let you make the adjustment and stop. but if you
007114230 KIA SORENTO 2003 In september, 2006, at approximately 55200 miles, the airbag failure light came on. diagnosis by the dealer on 5 sept 2006 (invoice 107484) revealed
007114143 KIA SORENTO 2007 Purchased a new 2007 kia sorrento on 3/30/07. left the dealership with the passenger side airback disconnect light on with an adult sitting in the
007114090 KIA SORENTO 2005 While driving the vehicle the motor started knocking extremely loud. did not overheat and oil level was fine. on july 31 i received a phone call
007113919 KIA SORENTO 2005 2005 kia sorento, was in gear and emergency brake was engaged & the veh rolled out of park and into body of water. when vehicle was retrieved,
007112995 KIA SORENTO 2004 After already replacing a crankshaft and a speed sensor in my 2004 kia sorento ex, i am now experiencing a knocking sound under the hood. it usually
007112229 KIA SORENTO 2005 AT UNDER 20,000 MILES I WAS TOLD I NEED A NEW ENGINE. THEY HAVE HAD THE CAR FOR TWO WEEKS AND WON'T GIVE ME A RENTAL IN THE MEANTIME.*AK
007112214 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. while driving 30 mph, the vehicle shut off and the power steering and brakes failed. the vehicle would not
007111827 KIA SORENTO 2003 I was dropping off someone at work when the car made a thump and all the dash warning lights came on. i drove it home about two miles away, and took
007111826 KIA SORENTO 2003 I was dropping off someone at work when the car made a thump and all the dash warning lights came on. i drove it home about two miles away, and took
007111817 KIA SORENTO 2003 No warning of failure. happened at 61000 miles 1000 over warranty. crankshaft bolt broke , and the mechanic sad he never saw something like this.
006111754 KIA SORENTO 2003 Both rear interior door panels and liftgate are rusting out on vehicle that is 1.5 years old (and garage kept). kia states they have a "5-year/50k
006111753 KIA SORENTO 2003 Both rear interior door panels and liftgate are rusting out on vehicle that is 1.5 years old (and garage kept). kia states they have a "5-year/50k
007111748 KIA SORENTO 2007 Well bought this new kia sorento on 01-06-07 well noticed on 01-07-07 a tciking noice comming from engine brought it back i on monday 01-08-07 service
007111618 KIA SORENTO 2007 Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kia sorento. the contact stated that the air bag sensor for the front passenger seat works intermittently. the dealer was
007111355 KIA SORENTO 2003 Last feb. the coolant reservoir cracked, lost all coolant. towed to dealer. they fixed it and told me that i needed a new belt. i didn't want
007111354 KIA SORENTO 2003 Last feb. the coolant reservoir cracked, lost all coolant. towed to dealer. they fixed it and told me that i needed a new belt. i didn't want
007111353 KIA SORENTO 2003 Last feb. the coolant reservoir cracked, lost all coolant. towed to dealer. they fixed it and told me that i needed a new belt. i didn't want
007110617 KIA SORENTO 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 kia sorento. while driving 45 mph, the crank shaft failed and the vehicle was towed. the total cost of the rental expense
006108209 KIA SORENTO 2005 Tl*the contact owns a 2005 kia sorento. the contact stated that the vehicle has been in and out of the shop since the time of purchase. the entire
007106622 KIA SORENTO 2003 CRANKSHSFT PULLEY BOLT BROKE ON 2003 KIA SORENTO V6 MODEL. THIS CAUSED LOSS OF POWER STEERING IN VEHICLE. *AK
007106517 KIA SORENTO 2007 Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kia sorento. the failure mileage was 18 and the current mileage was 1000. the passenger airbag light will stay off when
005106476 KIA SORENTO 2005 Car is making a weasel king of noise around 45-55 mph. kia tried to fix the problem another problem emerged. car shook when braking service
005106083 KIA SORENTO 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 kia sorento. the contact stated that after he gets an oil change, the vehicle's exterior and interior lights blow out. as
005106082 KIA SORENTO 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 kia sorento. the contact stated that after he gets an oil change, the vehicle's exterior and interior lights blow out. as
007105868 KIA SORENTO 2003 Coolant tank cracked. called kia and they said that it was not covered by warranty but that the part had been re designed. so i guess there was a
007105814 KIA SORENTO 2007 Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kia sorento lx. the contact stated that the vehicle's transmission surges and has difficulty switching gears. she has
003105104 KIA SORENTO 2004 Well, there is an annoying, over time driven hissing sibilant noise coming from under the kia sorento 2004 vehicle i went to kia, and complaint
007105052 KIA SORENTO 2003 "the battery and brake lights were on the dashboard. also, the vehicle lost power steering. opened the hood and the engine area and found the
007104734 KIA SORENTO 2003 As i was driving down the freeway, the engine stalled and all lights on the dash came on. i was able to pull to safety (just by sheer luck) and
007104385 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. the failure mileage was 20000 and the current mileage was 41380. the tail lights had been changed five times
007104205 KIA SORENTO 2007 I bought a 2007 kia sorento a month ago. it has a passenger sensor in the seat that activates the air bag on the front passenger side. if a child or
007104130 KIA SORENTO 2004 TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED CAUSING OVERFLOW OF ATF ONTO EXHAUST MANIFOLD IGNITING A FIRE. *TR
007102596 KIA SORENTO 2003 I have now had the crank shaft pulley break 3 times, the engine and other parts have had to be replaced due to this. it makes the vehicle suddenly
006102154 KIA SORENTO 2004 2004 kia sorento - loss of power, brake and battery lights illuminated, vehicle stalled. crank bolt failure. happened 3 times; replaced/fixed 3
006102153 KIA SORENTO 2004 2004 kia sorento - loss of power, brake and battery lights illuminated, vehicle stalled. crank bolt failure. happened 3 times; replaced/fixed 3
006102152 KIA SORENTO 2004 2004 kia sorento - loss of power, brake and battery lights illuminated, vehicle stalled. crank bolt failure. happened 3 times; replaced/fixed 3
006101612 KIA SORENTO 2005 Tl*the contact owns a 2005 kia sorento. the contact noticed that the driver's side rear brake lights were not illuminating. the dealer replaced the
006101611 KIA SORENTO 2005 Tl*the contact owns a 2005 kia sorento. the contact noticed that the driver's side rear brake lights were not illuminating. the dealer replaced the
007101461 KIA SORENTO 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 kia sorento. the contact stated that while driving the steering wheel locked and could not turn left or right. the
007101187 KIA SORENTO 2007 I purchased a 2007 kia sorento on 1/6/07 from chris leith kia in wake forest, nc. not long after i bought it, i noticed that it frequently jerked
007101090 KIA SORENTO 2006 Tl*- the contact owns a 2006 kia sorento with a current and failure odometer reading of 1,200 miles. the contact was driving at 45 mph under dry
901100875 KIA SORENTO 2003 CUSTOMER WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF ANY PENDING SAFETY RECALLS OR INVESTIGATIONS FOR THE 2003 KIA SORENTO**CC *JB
007100683 KIA SORENTO 2003 Crankshaft pulley broke off. kia dealer recommends engine replacement. cost would be $7000. researching this topic find others with same situation
007100548 KIA SORENTO 2006 My sister-in-law owns a 2006 kia sorento and both rear tail lights are out and do not function, only the 3rd middle light works. i have since
004099108 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. the vehicle vibrates when the brake is depressed at 40 mph. the front rotors were warped and later
007098990 KIA SORENTO 2003 I own a 2003 kia sorento lx. i used it mainly to go from home to work. this happened 2 days ago, march 16, 2006, at 32247 miles. while making a right
007098989 KIA SORENTO 2003 I own a 2003 kia sorento lx. i used it mainly to go from home to work. this happened 2 days ago, march 16, 2006, at 32247 miles. while making a right
007098988 KIA SORENTO 2003 I own a 2003 kia sorento lx. i used it mainly to go from home to work. this happened 2 days ago, march 16, 2006, at 32247 miles. while making a right
007097457 KIA SORENTO 2003 I would like to make a complaint about my 03 kia sorento. i bought this car used in 2004. my husband called kia to check to see if the warranties
006097054 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia sorrento - constantly replacing headlights and tail lights. recently started experiencing interior lighting problem. lights come on and
005096623 KIA SORENTO 2005 tl*- the contact stated that the 2005 kia sorento lx, had problems with the passenger air bag sensor light malfunctioning. on occasion when in the
007095733 KIA SORENTO 2003 I have heard about the crankshaft bolts breaking off in the kia sorento's. that is a major safety problem, and i am scared to drive my 2003 over 45
007095331 KIA SORENTO 2006 Tl*- the contact stated that the 2006 kia sorento lx was in a crash on 02/12/07 while driving 30-35 mph, an d making a left hand turn onto a side
007094952 KIA SORENTO 2004 I purchased a 2004 kia sorento two years ago. it was not long before i began to experience numerous problems with my vehicle. tail lights/brake
007094951 KIA SORENTO 2004 I purchased a 2004 kia sorento two years ago. it was not long before i began to experience numerous problems with my vehicle. tail lights/brake
007094856 KIA SORENTO 2004 Intermittent shifting defect that causes the gears to get locked up and the truck will not shift into first gear, or the shifter will get very tight
006094771 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 sorento ex purchased new. replaced the left front rotor about 3 months ago, but breaking has returned to signs of a warped rotor again. vibration
006093992 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia sorento with history of power steering failures which resulted in no power steering assistance while turning at low speeds. problem fixed
003093985 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia sorento would loose power steering assistance when transitioning from moderate speeds (30-50 mph) to low speed (5-10 mph), such as when
006093461 KIA SORENTO 2003 I drive a 2003 kia/sorento/4d. on or about dec 15 2006 i notice a loud noise an server vibration coming under vehicle. i took suv to family mechanic.
006093460 KIA SORENTO 2003 I drive a 2003 kia/sorento/4d. on or about dec 15 2006 i notice a loud noise an server vibration coming under vehicle. i took suv to family mechanic.
007093427 KIA SORENTO 2006 Brand new 2006 kia sorento - brakes started shaking after about 2,000 miles. at 8,000 miles the car would not stop. i was driving at about 45 mph
007092752 KIA SORENTO 2004 Tl* - the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento, when the contact lifts the foot off the gas pedal the throttle cable sticks. there was a collision while
006091125 KIA SORENTO 2006 2006 sorento was purchased in nov 2005. jan of 2006 the check engine light came on and i was told it was due to possible loose gas cap. first time
006091124 KIA SORENTO 2006 2006 sorento was purchased in nov 2005. jan of 2006 the check engine light came on and i was told it was due to possible loose gas cap. first time
006091123 KIA SORENTO 2006 2006 sorento was purchased in nov 2005. jan of 2006 the check engine light came on and i was told it was due to possible loose gas cap. first time
007091065 KIA SORENTO 2003 Tl* - the contact took the vehicle to the dealership three times concerning the horn not working. every time he took sit to the dealership they
007090981 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia sorrento-there has been no crash==the drive line from the rear makes a noisy thump almost every time i step on the brakes and release them
007090980 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia sorrento-there has been no crash==the drive line from the rear makes a noisy thump almost every time i step on the brakes and release them
006090276 KIA SORENTO 2003 A screw that hold the crank shaft & the tamper get broken while i was driving to my house. the dealer in puerto rico said that i have to pay$2,
006089126 KIA SORENTO 2006 We have a 2006 kia the suv type and the proble is that when we filled the gas tank the gasa gauge would would go to empty in 32 miles and al so the
006089125 KIA SORENTO 2006 We have a 2006 kia the suv type and the proble is that when we filled the gas tank the gasa gauge would would go to empty in 32 miles and al so the
006088606 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to turn on the defogger/defrost system, the heater failed to operate, and no heat was present. the vehicle
006088605 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to turn on the defogger/defrost system, the heater failed to operate, and no heat was present. the vehicle
006087541 KIA SORENTO 2003 I had a 1 year old battery replaced, which was defective (non-kia dealer). afterwards, i noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. kia
006087540 KIA SORENTO 2003 I had a 1 year old battery replaced, which was defective (non-kia dealer). afterwards, i noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. kia
006087534 KIA SORENTO 2003 First incident - car stalled and fluid steamed from the hood. it had to be towed after several restarts to drive to the dealer. the coolant
006086330 KIA SORENTO 2006 WHEN THE A/C TURNS ON, A BELT SLIPS NOTICEABLY AND THE POWER DIPS. *NM
006086063 KIA SORENTO 2006 Dt*: the contact stated while driving 15 mph under normal road conditions, the brakes locked up. there were no warnings prior to the failure. the
006086062 KIA SORENTO 2006 Dt*: the contact stated while driving 15 mph under normal road conditions, the brakes locked up. there were no warnings prior to the failure. the
006084974 KIA SORENTO 2003 Where do i start?....well not long after we got the piece of junk we had to take it to the kia dealer because the engine light kept coming on, they
006084970 KIA SORENTO 2003 ENGINE AND COOLING SYSTEM. *JB
005084337 KIA SORENTO 2005 Manual transmission intermittent shifting safety defect causes our 2005 kia sorento to lock up while we are driving in traffic and will not let us
006083059 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 35 mph, without warning there was a loss of power. the vehicle was pulled over and then towed to the
003080274 KIA SORENTO 2003 1) upon purchase, exhaust smell was strong inside suv, leading to headaches and queasiness. 2) took it in within weeks (?) 3) a correction was made
003080273 KIA SORENTO 2003 1) upon purchase, exhaust smell was strong inside suv, leading to headaches and queasiness. 2) took it in within weeks (?) 3) a correction was made
006076075 KIA SORENTO 2006 Dt*: the contact stated the outside temperature gauge was inoperable and attempted repair resulted to the splicing of the wring harness. the repair
006076074 KIA SORENTO 2006 Dt*: the contact stated the outside temperature gauge was inoperable and attempted repair resulted to the splicing of the wring harness. the repair
006075927 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds a noise and a vibration was noticed. upon further inspection, unusual wear on the inner tread
006075926 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds a noise and a vibration was noticed. upon further inspection, unusual wear on the inner tread
006075925 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds a noise and a vibration was noticed. upon further inspection, unusual wear on the inner tread
006075924 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds a noise and a vibration was noticed. upon further inspection, unusual wear on the inner tread
003073737 KIA SORENTO 2003 Vehicle is a 2003 kia sorento with 70,000 miles, purchased new. vehicle appears to have serious electrical issues. i have, to date, replaced light
003073736 KIA SORENTO 2003 Vehicle is a 2003 kia sorento with 70,000 miles, purchased new. vehicle appears to have serious electrical issues. i have, to date, replaced light
006073006 KIA SORENTO 2003 The reservoir on my 2003 kia sorento ruptured and all the coolant leaked out while i was driving. i pulled off the highway and into a gas station and
006072399 KIA SORENTO 2003 I have had my kia sorento for almost a year and i have repeatedly had to change the headlights and tail lights. at least 8 times for the headlights
006072345 KIA SORENTO 2003 I purchased my 2003 kia sorento with 17,000 miles on it. i am the second owner. since i have had this car, i have had to replace and/or resurface my
006072325 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving on saturday, 7/15/06, i noticed a high pitched noise while steering. i was under the impression that the power steering fluid was low
006072324 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving on saturday, 7/15/06, i noticed a high pitched noise while steering. i was under the impression that the power steering fluid was low
006072323 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving on saturday, 7/15/06, i noticed a high pitched noise while steering. i was under the impression that the power steering fluid was low
006072322 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving on saturday, 7/15/06, i noticed a high pitched noise while steering. i was under the impression that the power steering fluid was low
006072321 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving on saturday, 7/15/06, i noticed a high pitched noise while steering. i was under the impression that the power steering fluid was low
006072320 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving on saturday, 7/15/06, i noticed a high pitched noise while steering. i was under the impression that the power steering fluid was low
006068624 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 mph there was a screeching noise that came from the engine. the dealer determined that the bolt on the
006068434 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated the horn works intermittently. the vehicle has been to the dealer five times for the problem. the fourth time, the
006065901 KIA SORENTO 2005 I purchased my 2005 kia sorento in the fall of 2004. it is now may of 2006. i have replaced 5 headlight bulbs in this time. they began to go bad
006064740 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while driving on a paved street at 35 mph, the drivers side-impact and both frontal air bags deployed. there were no
006064739 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while driving on a paved street at 35 mph, the drivers side-impact and both frontal air bags deployed. there were no
003064485 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia sorento, headlights since new have continued to burn out (theirs/ours any manufacture) it does not make a difference if they install or
003064484 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kia sorento, headlights since new have continued to burn out (theirs/ours any manufacture) it does not make a difference if they install or
005064189 KIA SORENTO 2003 Rust spots appear on the rear liftgate within the warranty period for paint. both auto manufacturer and dealership did not follow up. then the
005062865 KIA SORENTO 2005 2005 kia sorento v6, breakage of crankshaft accessory pulley/vibration damper bolt, causing loss of power steering due to power steering belt to
005062864 KIA SORENTO 2005 2005 kia sorento v6, breakage of crankshaft accessory pulley/vibration damper bolt, causing loss of power steering due to power steering belt to
006061405 KIA SORENTO 2003 Vehicle went in for repair of heater core at which time the dashboard was removed. 2 days later the airbag light came on and stayed on. went back to

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