Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Kia / Sorento / 2003
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
007126722 KIA SORENTO 2003 ENGINE COOLANT OVERFLOW CONTAINER IS CRACKED. *TR
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
007106622 KIA SORENTO 2003 CRANKSHSFT PULLEY BOLT BROKE ON 2003 KIA SORENTO V6 MODEL. THIS CAUSED LOSS OF POWER STEERING IN VEHICLE. *AK
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
006061404 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
006059191 KIA SORENTO 2003 Air bag light came on and stayed on. took to kia dealership where i purchased 2003 kia sorento (new) was told that the "clock spring" needed to be
006058720 KIA SORENTO 2003 Have had nothing but problems with the dash clock going out, headlamps-6 times now, and brake lamps 3x in 3 months! was told by service dept at kia
006058343 KIA SORENTO 2003 Rotors warp and cause a vibration during braking. front rotors had to be resurfaced at 18,000 miles. at 41,000 miles, front rotors had to be
006057739 KIA SORENTO 2003 HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT KEEP GOING OUT AND FOG LIGHTS ALSO HAS HAPPENED 8 TIMES NOW. *NM
006056934 KIA SORENTO 2003 I have a 2003 kia sorento that keeps buring bulbs, i have had my car for 3 years now and have to replace bulbs every other month in my car, this is
005051515 KIA SORENTO 2003 Electrical failure,cooling system failure,rough running-engine misfire purchased car 2-22-2003 brand new this car has spent a lot of time on the
005051514 KIA SORENTO 2003 Electrical failure,cooling system failure,rough running-engine misfire purchased car 2-22-2003 brand new this car has spent a lot of time on the
005051513 KIA SORENTO 2003 Electrical failure,cooling system failure,rough running-engine misfire purchased car 2-22-2003 brand new this car has spent a lot of time on the
005051512 KIA SORENTO 2003 Electrical failure,cooling system failure,rough running-engine misfire purchased car 2-22-2003 brand new this car has spent a lot of time on the
005051510 KIA SORENTO 2003 Electrical failure,cooling system failure,rough running-engine misfire purchased car 2-22-2003 brand new this car has spent a lot of time on the
005051509 KIA SORENTO 2003 Electrical failure,cooling system failure,rough running-engine misfire purchased car 2-22-2003 brand new this car has spent a lot of time on the
005051508 KIA SORENTO 2003 Electrical failure,cooling system failure,rough running-engine misfire purchased car 2-22-2003 brand new this car has spent a lot of time on the
005048808 KIA SORENTO 2003 VIBRATION AT 70+ MPH. *JB
005048807 KIA SORENTO 2003 VIBRATION AT 70+ MPH. *JB
005046792 KIA SORENTO 2003 Rotors warping at 16000 miles causing high shudder at stopping. repair by dealer at a cost and it is happening again at 27000 miles have talked to
004042336 KIA SORENTO 2003 Purchased 2003 sorento only to find the brakes and rotors need replaced every 8,000 miles a costly figure to go along. the car was taken to
005039966 KIA SORENTO 2003 When i stopped at 12,000 ft mt pass summit in remote area i noticed fluid draining from my kia sorento. i limped into small town -had the radiator
005038425 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt: the consumer's vehicle was making a clicking noise, took it to the dealer. they said the caliper was missing and brakes were gone. also, they
005038424 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt: the consumer's vehicle was making a clicking noise, took it to the dealer. they said the caliper was missing and brakes were gone. also, they
005037242 KIA SORENTO 2003 I have consistently had problems with my car from the 1st month of purchase. the major problems have been: check engine light kept coming on and a
005037241 KIA SORENTO 2003 I have consistently had problems with my car from the 1st month of purchase. the major problems have been: check engine light kept coming on and a
005036874 KIA SORENTO 2003 Comments: i would like to inform you of what i think is a potential safety hazard. several weeks ago my wife and i were returning from a vacation in
005027333 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt: consumer stated there was a gas leak in vehicle. she first noticed gas coming out of the vehicle on july 5, 2005. she took the vehicle to the
005025235 KIA SORENTO 2003 Harmonic balancer bolt broke. traveling less than 5mph. vehicle started to vibrate. upon investigation, found that the main bolt holding the
005021644 KIA SORENTO 2003 We had a vibration in the front end of the car when we stopped. we took it to the local kia dealer. we were told that the rotors were warped. we
005019777 KIA SORENTO 2003 Dt: front axle causes tires to wear faster on the inside. significant wear differences between inside and outside of the tires. from the front of the
004009836 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving, the engine blew out the first time on 10-04-04. it was replaced and it blew again on 01-21-05. the vehicle is on its third engine. *
004009835 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving, the engine blew out the first time on 10-04-04. it was replaced and it blew again on 01-21-05. the vehicle is on its third engine. *
004009834 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving, the engine blew out the first time on 10-04-04. it was replaced and it blew again on 01-21-05. the vehicle is on its third engine. *
004009833 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving, the engine blew out the first time on 10-04-04. it was replaced and it blew again on 01-21-05. the vehicle is on its third engine. *
004009832 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving, the engine blew out the first time on 10-04-04. it was replaced and it blew again on 01-21-05. the vehicle is on its third engine. *
005004837 KIA SORENTO 2003 The air bag sensor located in the front passenger seat did not engaged when a passenger sat in the, seat. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they
003315206 KIA SORENTO 2003 THE AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ON AFTER BEING SERVICED NINE TIMES. *JB
003314442 KIA SORENTO 2003 Ongoing problems with power steering. feels like engine is stalling and power steering is locking up when making turns at low speed. very difficult
004311402 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving at highway speed consumer smelled a burning odor. then, smoke came from the rear of the vehicle. as a result, transmission failed and
003310347 KIA SORENTO 2003 I have a 2003 kia sorento that i purchased in september of 2003. i bought the sorento with 5000 miles on it and from the time i got it home, it
004308239 KIA SORENTO 2003 Accelerate after stopping, pressing brake pedal hard, vehicle leaped forward. *bf when beginning to accelerate after stopping suddenly or pressing
003306050 KIA SORENTO 2003 The air bag did not deploy when the vehicle was involved in a front-end accident. *bf as a result of the accident and the air bag not deploying,
004293338 KIA SORENTO 2003 Brake rotors are warping every few thousand miles. within 16,000 miles of use, rotors have been resurfaced twice, and are in need of it once again.
004281350 KIA SORENTO 2003 When depressing the brakes at low speeds vehicle vibrated. consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the
004281027 KIA SORENTO 2003 I was driving my vehicle to work. for the past 2 to 3 days, i noticed some noise from my engine that sounded like a loose belt. no problem, i could
004281026 KIA SORENTO 2003 I was driving my vehicle to work. for the past 2 to 3 days, i noticed some noise from my engine that sounded like a loose belt. no problem, i could
003276725 KIA SORENTO 2003 I purchased the sorento 5/31/03, while making a right hand turn the power steering completely went out; i almost hit another vehicle regaining control
004272797 KIA SORENTO 2003 At 12000 miles i have had to have the front brake rotors on my 2003 kia sorento machined twice due to warping and resultant brake pulsing/vibration.
0000271529 KIA SORENTO 2003 While driving and turning srs light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic was
004270095 KIA SORENTO 2003 On saturday, april 3, 2004, my 2003 kia sorrento was parked in the middle of my driveway while i moved the lawn. after returning my lawn mower to the
004270094 KIA SORENTO 2003 On saturday, april 3, 2004, my 2003 kia sorrento was parked in the middle of my driveway while i moved the lawn. after returning my lawn mower to the
003268212 KIA SORENTO 2003 2003 kay sorento ex: vehicle vibrates excessively only between approx. 68 -78 mph. rear-view mirror (and image) shakes. difficult to see cars in
003253707 KIA SORENTO 2003 FRONT BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY DEALER AFTER ONLY 20,000 MILES. DEALER SAID THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR THE SORENTO. *LA
003253706 KIA SORENTO 2003 FRONT BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS HAD TO BE REPLACED BY DEALER AFTER ONLY 20,000 MILES. DEALER SAID THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR THE SORENTO. *LA
000251498 KIA SORENTO 2003 1. (11/03/03 1st incident) "air bag" system light came on. vehicle was taken to jeffery kia for repair. i was called to pickup vehicle two days later
003244592 KIA SORENTO 2003 BOUGHT CAR NEW. POWER STEERING NEVER WORKED. NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *LA
003241553 KIA SORENTO 2003 Vehicle displays rumbling vibration and noise at highway speeds. dealer has removed undercoating from driveline and rotated and balanced tires to
003232730 KIA SORENTO 2003 INTERMITTENTLY POWER STEERING FAILED, MAKING HARD TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. *AK
003219304 KIA SORENTO 2003 Purchased 2003 kia sorento 4x4 on 5/26/03. on 5/31/03 (odometer 600 miles)while driving and making a right hand turn the power steering failed,
003214533 KIA SORENTO 2003 VEHICLE VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. TOOK TO DEALER THEY SAID WHEELS WERE UNBALANCED. DEALER BALANCED WHEELS AND STILL NO CHANGE. *NLM
003207759 KIA SORENTO 2003 I purchased a 2003 kia sorento in feb 2003, vehicle spins over for quite sometime and then slowly finally turns over, i have taken it into the dealer
003227683 KIA SORENTO 2003 The sorento suv was bought in june 2003. with less than 1000 miles in june 2003 the sorento was brought to the dealer's service to check an oil leak
003227682 KIA SORENTO 2003 The sorento suv was bought in june 2003. with less than 1000 miles in june 2003 the sorento was brought to the dealer's service to check an oil leak
003219789 KIA SORENTO 2003 Purchased 2003 kia sorento 4x4 on 5/26/03. on 5/31/03 (odometer 600 miles)while driving and making a right hand turn the power steering failed,
003212326 KIA SORENTO 2003 THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *JB
003211235 KIA SORENTO 2003 Vehicle would not start/has been in shop 4 times in last week/1st trip replace throttle body 2nd recalibrate engine 3rd trip egi unit faulty engine
003211234 KIA SORENTO 2003 Vehicle would not start/has been in shop 4 times in last week/1st trip replace throttle body 2nd recalibrate engine 3rd trip egi unit faulty engine
003208633 KIA SORENTO 2003 Vehicle takes a long time to start. sometimes as long as ten seconds. the engine cranks and cranks and then finally turns over. have been told it
002195237 KIA SORENTO 2003 Consumer purchased vehicle on 11/25/02. vehicle turns over, but will not start. car has been in for service 3 times. problem is the fuel injection
002194772 KIA SORENTO 2003 Consumer purchased vehicle on 11/25/02. vehicle turns over, but will not start. car has been in for service 3 times. problem is the fuel injection
0000103247 KIA SORENTO 2003 Vehicle driveshaft installed 180 degrees out (upside down) causing severe vibration. driveshaft turned 180 degrees. still has vibration. dealer not

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