2014 KIA SORENTO Problems & Recalls
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Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio...
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Un...
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an elect...
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, ...
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing ...
Kia Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2014 front wheel drive Sorento vehicles manufactured January 7, 2013, through March 12, 2013; and equipped with 2.4 liter engines. Due to a manufactur...
I got my car fixed and I’m still having the same issue. Seems like they just turned off the lights on my car and it’s still giving me issues..
I got my car fixed and I’m still having the same issue. Seems like they just turned off the lights on my car and it’s still giving me issues..
The car engine started on fire while I was driving after all the recalls were fixed and new engine installed. The car was completely destroyed the whole engine compartment was completely burned. Kia says it was an oil leak but that’s not true the car oil change was done regularly and was serviced ...
The car engine started on fire while I was driving after all the recalls were fixed and new engine installed. The car was completely destroyed the whole engine compartment was completely burned. Kia says it was an oil leak but that’s not true the car oil change was done regularly and was serviced ...
The car engine started on fire while I was driving after all the recalls were fixed and new engine installed. The car was completely destroyed the whole engine compartment was completely burned. Kia says it was an oil leak but that’s not true the car oil change was done regularly and was serviced ...
When start up there’s a clacking sound then it goes away, while the vehicle is warm you hear the clacking while driving vehicle
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated there was condensation coming out of the...
Mileage: 80,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated there was condensation coming out of the...
Mileage: 80,000
We financed this 2014 Kia Sorento LX AWD from a used car dealer, and there has been nothing but problems with this vehicle. From the water pump, to insanely high oil consumption. I have verified that it is not leaking. Gaskets have been replaced, filters have been replaced, O2 sensors have been repl...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the Push to Start button failed to function as intended, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact called the Lien holder and was informed that the key was not connecting. The Lien holder replaced the key. The contact stated that the fa...
Mileage: 114,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power, and there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that there was oil leaking out of the exhaust, accompanied by an abnormal sound and odor. ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power, and there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that there was oil leaking out of the exhaust, accompanied by an abnormal sound and odor. ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH with his son seated in the second-row middle seat, there was an abnormal sound coming from under the hood of the vehicle before the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was tow...
Mileage: 11,000
Backup camera doesn’t work properly it gives a blank screen
Backup camera doesn’t work properly it gives a blank screen
Backup camera doesn’t work properly it gives a blank screen
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that on several occasions while making left and right turns, the check engine and oil warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted after each failure by wiggling the battery terminals and other engine component...
Mileage: 120,000
Crankshaft position sensors, codes P0018. Car does not get up to speed, knocking and rattling sounds heard. Oil is correct fullness, was changed less than 1,000 miles ago, O2 sensor changed 2 weeks ago, but car continues to have new codes and more issues.
Engine light was on about a week prior to taking it to the dealer for inspection. Was not time yet for an oil change. Had another 1000 miles before next oil change was due. After oil change they found metal shavings in new filter and oil. Told us we need to replace the engine. So we have a defective...
paint is falling off in large sheets could be a safety issue, been reported to the dealership, and no warning. I feel this is a real safety issue because it comes off in large sheets could cause and issue on the highways for flying debris
Car rolled after it was put in park. Car would not start after that and gear shift locked. Engaged emergency brake and put bricks behind wheels. Vehicle now in driveway.
Out of no where engine light starts flashing and had it checked code P1326 Knock Sensor Detection System. Now need a new engine. This is a common issue for this make and model but somehow my vin isn’t on the recall. This isn’t right
Severe paint delamination has occurred on the vehicle, causing the clear coat and base coat (Snow White Pearl color) to come off on the hood, pillars, roof, and rear sides of the vehicle. Not only does the peeling paint create an airborne/debris hazard, it also risks exposing the vehicle to prematur...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The check engine and low oil pressure warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be re...
Mileage: 143,000
First off, we love the KIA Brand of vehicles. This is our fourth Kia. We also presently own a 2010 Optima with white paint and no peeling issues. Our Sorrento is currently showing (as of today) 133418 Miles. Sad to say that this is the only KIA we have ever owned with this very defective paint is...
First off, we love the KIA Brand of vehicles. This is our fourth Kia. We also presently own a 2010 Optima with white paint and no peeling issues. Our Sorrento is currently showing (as of today) 133418 Miles. Sad to say that this is the only KIA we have ever owned with this very defective paint is...
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The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while attempting to open the doors, the remote failed to unlock the doors. The contact used the key and opened the door manually. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start, and the battery terminal cables were tightened by the co...
Mileage: 115,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while attempting to open the doors, the remote failed to unlock the doors. The contact used the key and opened the door manually. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start, and the battery terminal cables were tightened by the co...
Mileage: 115,000
kia motor sized up after an oil change at a little over 80,000 miles.
I have had nothing but issues with my Kia since I purchased it May 30th, 2023. It's continually stalling, completely looses power, sometimes won't operate at all. My Kia is very unsafe and completely unreliable. I had to have it towed to the dealership before my first payment was even due. My Kia ha...
I have had nothing but issues with my Kia since I purchased it May 30th, 2023. It's continually stalling, completely looses power, sometimes won't operate at all. My Kia is very unsafe and completely unreliable. I had to have it towed to the dealership before my first payment was even due. My Kia ha...
I have had nothing but issues with my Kia since I purchased it May 30th, 2023. It's continually stalling, completely looses power, sometimes won't operate at all. My Kia is very unsafe and completely unreliable. I had to have it towed to the dealership before my first payment was even due. My Kia ha...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that days later there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and failed to accelerate above 35 MPH. There was an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the engine had seized. The vehicle was taken to the local deal...
Mileage: 103,274
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was a ticking sound coming from the vehicle. Later, on the same day, while pulling into a friend’s driveway, the engine began making a knocking sound. The contact decided to drive to the residence nearby, and...
Mileage: 147,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was a ticking sound coming from the vehicle. Later, on the same day, while pulling into a friend’s driveway, the engine began making a knocking sound. The contact decided to drive to the residence nearby, and...
Mileage: 147,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine made an abnormal clicking sound. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who discovered that there was no engine oil in the engine. The contact was in...
Mileage: 55,145
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made abnormal knocking sounds. The contact stated that the failure occurred increasingly. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and attempting to drive later in the evening, the engi...
Mileage: 124,000
All of it. Car randomly shuts off and lose power steering. No. Dealership has inspected. ALL the lights in the dash light up, screen says battery discharge warning, car shuts off and lose power steering while driving down the road.
All of it. Car randomly shuts off and lose power steering. No. Dealership has inspected. ALL the lights in the dash light up, screen says battery discharge warning, car shuts off and lose power steering while driving down the road.
I purchased my 2014 kia sorrento 3.3 SX in February of 2016. I was not informed at all about any issues with the engine or that there were any recalls concerning my vehicle. I have email correspondence from the dealership where years following my purchase of any safety recall notices. I had regular ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH the check engine light suddenly illuminated and the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power and reduced speeds. Smoke and flames were also present coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle...
Mileage: 147,000
Engine stopped working at a red light. I was told the timing chain shattered inside the engine. This vehicle only has 150k miles on it and has been well maintained.
Catalytic converter . Check engine light stays on
Dear NHTSA, I am writing to report a serious safety issue with my Kia Sorento 2014. While driving on the interstate with my family, the vehicle suddenly began to slow down without warning. We were able to move to the shoulder, but this incident put our safety at significant risk as we were on a bus...
Dear NHTSA, I am writing to report a serious safety issue with my Kia Sorento 2014. While driving on the interstate with my family, the vehicle suddenly began to slow down without warning. We were able to move to the shoulder, but this incident put our safety at significant risk as we were on a bus...
Dear NHTSA, I am writing to report a serious safety issue with my Kia Sorento 2014. While driving on the interstate with my family, the vehicle suddenly began to slow down without warning. We were able to move to the shoulder, but this incident put our safety at significant risk as we were on a bus...
I have a problem with the paint on the car; it keeps falling off by itself, and I tried to contact the Kia dealer for this issue, but they said to report here to you.
I have a problem with the electrical, and I found that they already have a recall, but the Van Nuys dealer refused to fix it on the car.
I have a problem with the electrical, and I found that they already have a recall, but the Van Nuys dealer refused to fix it on the car.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine and the ABS warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. T...
Mileage: 148,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine and the ABS warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. T...
Mileage: 148,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at approximately 40-45 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver was able to pull over safely. The vehicle was towed to an independ...
Mileage: 121,000
Burning Oil
The check engine light keeps going on and off and I took it to go get looked at and they said I had a faulty Cadillac converter. I looked it up and it said that they had recalls on 2014 Kia sorentos for that but when I check on the website it says I have no open recalls and I'm trying to figure out ...
Paint peeling on my car and looks terrible and no help at all through the Kia. Very poor service. I take care of my car and for my paint to peel this is not right at all and they Kia can't even back up the product. Kia dealer or Kia headquarters does nothing about the issue and I have to drive the...
Had the engine replaced before and it blew up again and the Kia dealer said the ignition wasn’t recalled after they said it was a fire hazzard
Had the engine replaced before and it blew up again and the Kia dealer said the ignition wasn’t recalled after they said it was a fire hazzard
Had the engine replaced before and it blew up again and the Kia dealer said the ignition wasn’t recalled after they said it was a fire hazzard
I have a 2014 Kia Sorento 4DR LX AWD with snow white pearl exterior paint. I bought the vehicle new with 91miles on it from the dealership in Mentor Ohio. The vehicle has always been in my garage when not driving. Just before Christmas I noticed a small (dime size) piece of paint missing from my d...
Paint delaminating in multiple areas on the vehicle Both risers, hood and roof
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the engine started to overheat with the check engine and power steering warning lights illuminated. The temperature gauge indicated that the vehicle was running hot(H). There was white smoke coming from the engine. Due to ...
Mileage: 133,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the engine started to overheat with the check engine and power steering warning lights illuminated. The temperature gauge indicated that the vehicle was running hot(H). There was white smoke coming from the engine. Due to ...
Mileage: 133,000
The contact owned a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it had caught fire causing the entire vehicle to burst into flames, from the front end to the rear end. The fire department was called and extinguish the fire. The fire department determined the fire had star...
Mileage: 101,430
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the engine. The contact was informed that the engine neede...
I am having issues with delamination and paint peeling off, on my driver's side pillar. The paint is the pearl white.
My vehicle has always been well-maintained with the dealer with regularly scheduled oil changes. On the captioned date, my vehicle failed the state emissions test. Immediately after leaving the testing facility, the check engine light came on and the engine began to rumble. The vehicle barely made i...
My vehicle has always been well-maintained with the dealer with regularly scheduled oil changes. On the captioned date, my vehicle failed the state emissions test. Immediately after leaving the testing facility, the check engine light came on and the engine began to rumble. The vehicle barely made i...
The contact's wife owned a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 33-35 MPH, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact's passenger side fender hit a pole, the vehicle continued to a hill, and the vehicle's front passenger side crashed into a utility pol...
Mileage: 140,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, she became aware that the headlights were blown, and that the connector to the headlights had detached. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to dealer where it was diagnosed and determine...
Our 2014 KIA Sorento keeps burning through oil. We were told by the dealership to have an oil combustion chamber cleaning. We had bought the extended warranty and have maintained the recommended maintenance on this vehicle. This is a $700.00 (maintenance not covered by warranty). Come to find out, t...
My check engine light came on so I took it to the dealership (10/02/24) and the code was P2190. They did the recall for the 23V652. It was completed and light was off. The light came back on that Thursday evening with the same code. I took it back to the dealership on Friday morning. They kept it ov...
head bolts broke and ran hot,
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The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the headlights failed to function properly. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was also illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the fail...
Mileage: 174,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the headlights failed to function properly. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was also illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the fail...
Mileage: 174,000
Left out for work one morning as normal. Everything was ok no lights no warnings no problems. I was driving approximately 25-30 mph when my speed began to decelerate, a knocking noise, the check engine and oil light came on and my vehicle just stopped. After about 10-15 mins I could restart the car ...
Left out for work one morning as normal. Everything was ok no lights no warnings no problems. I was driving approximately 25-30 mph when my speed began to decelerate, a knocking noise, the check engine and oil light came on and my vehicle just stopped. After about 10-15 mins I could restart the car ...
when I purchased the vehicle the check engine light came on the day after. It would come on and off as I would start and turn off the vehicle. The salesman told me that the check engine light was still on because they had just serviced it and it needed to be reset. No driving problems occurred until...
when I purchased the vehicle the check engine light came on the day after. It would come on and off as I would start and turn off the vehicle. The salesman told me that the check engine light was still on because they had just serviced it and it needed to be reset. No driving problems occurred until...
Check engine light started blinking then a lot of knocking started from the engine. How it won’t stay started and the knocking it’s a lot louder. Someone told me sounds like the engine bearings
The headlights and taillights are constantly going out on their own. Took car to dealership and they say it's fixed, but you don't leave the lot & the light is out again. Same issue has been happening since 2022. Driving on dark road and the lights just go out. This is definitely a safety issue that...
Whilst driving on the interstate,the vehicles engine shut off with no warning. Rpm and everything was as normal and the vehicle shut off with no gas power, nothing. Engine and oil lights started flashing heavily, engine started rattling. Upon checking battery all was normal, car started smelling of ...
Whilst driving on the interstate,the vehicles engine shut off with no warning. Rpm and everything was as normal and the vehicle shut off with no gas power, nothing. Engine and oil lights started flashing heavily, engine started rattling. Upon checking battery all was normal, car started smelling of ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil. While approaching a stop, the vehicle shut off. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who det...
Mileage: 152,000
See attached document for complaint.
See attached document for complaint
Steering column vibrates when on uneven surfaces. Also makes noise when turning wheel. Shakes when braking. I believe it is a problem with the steering column coupling. The MDPS Steering Coupling is probably worn. This is an ongoing problem with kia vehicles such as this.
The paint is peeling from body on the front driver’s side panel
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
Coolant, oil compression, runs hot, to over headlights need replaced frequently
Coolant, oil compression, runs hot, to over headlights need replaced frequently
Coolant, oil compression, runs hot, to over headlights need replaced frequently
I was driving on the freeway in traffic with my 3 children returning home from a holiday weekend vacation, it was high 90's so the A/C was running and I had devices charging on the ports. We were 1.5 hrs into our drive and the vehicle failure came out of nowhere. Car has been in good condition and n...
I was driving on the freeway in traffic with my 3 children returning home from a holiday weekend vacation, it was high 90's so the A/C was running and I had devices charging on the ports. We were 1.5 hrs into our drive and the vehicle failure came out of nowhere. Car has been in good condition and n...
I was driving on the freeway in traffic with my 3 children returning home from a holiday weekend vacation, it was high 90's so the A/C was running and I had devices charging on the ports. We were 1.5 hrs into our drive and the vehicle failure came out of nowhere. Car has been in good condition and n...
Paint has peeled off and continues to peel off from many places on the vehicle. One large spot is on top where no debris from the road hits. Since this has started it has only gotten worse. I believe the entire car will be paint free if this situation is not rectified. Currently there are five d...
Was driving to the store for groceries with my 2 young children, when my car just stopped accelerating and the engine seized up on a local road. Had noticed a ticking and knocking sound when accelerating a few prior and a weird sound coming from the suspension but it was dismissed by the dealer. Ha...
Was driving to the store for groceries with my 2 young children, when my car just stopped accelerating and the engine seized up on a local road. Had noticed a ticking and knocking sound when accelerating a few prior and a weird sound coming from the suspension but it was dismissed by the dealer. Ha...
Was driving to the store for groceries with my 2 young children, when my car just stopped accelerating and the engine seized up on a local road. Had noticed a ticking and knocking sound when accelerating a few prior and a weird sound coming from the suspension but it was dismissed by the dealer. Ha...
My vehicle's SNOW PEARL WHITE paint is flaking off in large chunks on the windshield pillars (both sides), as well as chipping all over the body. The chipping began in 2018 (2 years after purchase) and the large chunks began in 2022. Paint chunks have flown off my car while driving on the highway. M...
I have a 2014 Pearl White Sorento SX. After washing my car recently, two area showed up that have started to delaminate. I talked with my insurance company who came out and told me there are known problems with especially the Pearl White on Kia Sorento so they wouldn't cover anything. Unfortunate...
Every light is on in the dash compartment. Power steering goes in and out. Brake lights not working even after being replaced. Car stuck in park unable to put into reverse. ABS/ Airbag light showing- ABS Sensor replaced and still not working Recall in 2022. Kia repaired vehicle and now that same ...
Every light is on in the dash compartment. Power steering goes in and out. Brake lights not working even after being replaced. Car stuck in park unable to put into reverse. ABS/ Airbag light showing- ABS Sensor replaced and still not working Recall in 2022. Kia repaired vehicle and now that same ...
Every light is on in the dash compartment. Power steering goes in and out. Brake lights not working even after being replaced. Car stuck in park unable to put into reverse. ABS/ Airbag light showing- ABS Sensor replaced and still not working Recall in 2022. Kia repaired vehicle and now that same ...
The pearl white paint on my 2014 Kia Sorento is delaminating from my hood, roof and side pillars. I have an estimate of $2772.50. I have more pictures and a copy of the estimate but was unable to upload more file.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle was making an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the sound was louder whenever the accelerator pedal was d...
Mileage: 80,000
I own a 2014 KIA Sorento 2.4L LX FWD. I have been experiencing a problem with my car for about two years. This usually occurs when driving up a hill and the transmission downshifts and I experience a jerk, either from the transmission or engine and the rpm drops to zero. The transmission will not sh...
I own a 2014 KIA Sorento 2.4L LX FWD. I have been experiencing a problem with my car for about two years. This usually occurs when driving up a hill and the transmission downshifts and I experience a jerk, either from the transmission or engine and the rpm drops to zero. The transmission will not sh...
I own a 2014 KIA Sorento 2.4L LX FWD. I have been experiencing a problem with my car for about two years. This usually occurs when driving up a hill and the transmission downshifts and I experience a jerk, either from the transmission or engine and the rpm drops to zero. The transmission will not sh...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall re...
Mileage: 74,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall re...
Mileage: 74,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the doors failed to lock securely. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the remedy for the antitheft recall issued by the manufacturer was performed. The dealer stated that the remedy would re...
Mileage: 100,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a burning odor in the interior of the vehicle. The traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the fa...
Mileage: 32,000
Have already applied several times about my engine and what happened started out with crank sensor going out and cause my engine crash and stop running should have paperwork did on March 2023 applied several times still no request back from any company need hear from NHTSA not yet would like to no w...
I took my Kia to Thomas Kia on April 12, 2023 and paid a total of $3321.93 for an oil change, fuel injection flush, engine oil flush, drive belt, oil pressure switch, front valve cover gasket, passenger brake bulb, high pressure ac line, cooling system flush, 6 spark plugs and plug assy-spark. I cou...
I took my Kia to Thomas Kia on April 12, 2023 and paid a total of $3321.93 for an oil change, fuel injection flush, engine oil flush, drive belt, oil pressure switch, front valve cover gasket, passenger brake bulb, high pressure ac line, cooling system flush, 6 spark plugs and plug assy-spark. I cou...
My oil keeps running out. Had this problem for over six months. Took to the dealership but keep getting the run around. They said, it wasn’t a recall for that but it’s been reported that certain vehicles was having this problem.
My Grand daughter' car. May 9th 2024 discovered engine oil is in the engine coolant system. KIA tech says it a blown head gasket or the threads that were machined into bolt holes in the engine block for the head bolts are pulling out. Safety hazard, engine could have failed on interstate or in traff...
Engine bearings failed at 69000 miles only .excessive metal shavings in oil filter. Oil warning light flashing on and off even though the oil is full. Burning oil and gas. Mechanic checks it up and said crank shaft bearings failure. Common issue with this car model and year. He informed me that ther...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown warning light was illuminated. An unknown local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not...
Mileage: 71,895
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illumi...
Mileage: 133,000
Engine failure similar to other Kia Engine Class Action Lawsuit
My 2014 kia sx limited is pealing paint, a huge chuck on drivers side pillar. It has been garaged kept, and only has 150,000 miles. If u need I can send a picture.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable a...
While driving car it suddenly lost acceleration. RMP's wouldn't go above 1.5. Speed wouldn't go above 20MPH. Check engine light came on. Was going up a hill with lots of cars behind me and suddenly could barely move. Made it to an Advance Auto and they ran diagnosis on the check engine light and it ...
While driving car it suddenly lost acceleration. RMP's wouldn't go above 1.5. Speed wouldn't go above 20MPH. Check engine light came on. Was going up a hill with lots of cars behind me and suddenly could barely move. Made it to an Advance Auto and they ran diagnosis on the check engine light and it ...
While driving car it suddenly lost acceleration. RMP's wouldn't go above 1.5. Speed wouldn't go above 20MPH. Check engine light came on. Was going up a hill with lots of cars behind me and suddenly could barely move. Made it to an Advance Auto and they ran diagnosis on the check engine light and it ...
My car started overheating, then started a clicking noise and smoking. Took it to the Jackson, MI KIA dealership. Service Tech said I have a blown head gasket, but KIA discontinued the V6 motor, so I can’t get a new motor. I searched online, found out the V6 motor was discontinued because of this...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
KIA SORENTO SNOW WHITE PAINT PEELING CHIPPING AND DELAMINATION. The paint on my 2014 Kia Sorento is experiencing peeling issues. 3 yrs ago I had to have my entire hood repainted, and just recently, and now the pillar on the driver's side is peeling. Very disappointing, esp since I only have 70K m...
BLOWN HEAD GASKRT DUE TO HEADBOLTS BOLTS STRIPPING UNDER NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, 116,000 MI.
The paint on the body of the car is chipping, and peeling away. There are large patches of paint missing. While driving down the road paint falls off. The paint comes off randomly; allowing the environment to be affected. There is rust forming on the locations the paint, and primer have peeled a...
Multiple reports of; Codes P0171 System too lean bank 1 P0138 O2 sensor circuit high (b1s2) P0087 Fuel pressure too low P0036 B1S2 *** frequent fuel pump and fuel injector replacements/ services due to defects in the system. Causing major damage in other systems including engine.***
Multiple reports of; Codes P0171 System too lean bank 1 P0138 O2 sensor circuit high (b1s2) P0087 Fuel pressure too low P0036 B1S2 *** frequent fuel pump and fuel injector replacements/ services due to defects in the system. Causing major damage in other systems including engine.***
My 2014 kia sorento its knock sound from engine
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable a...
Doors cannot be locked and is very dangerous when driving with my family on the highway
Doors cannot be locked and is very dangerous when driving with my family on the highway
Door Locks/Hatch Lock won’t unlock 95% off the time, using fob OR interior switch. Also won’t unlock automatically when vehicle is put into park. Mechanic looked it and after research, determined there’s a probable faulty/stuck Relay on the BCM. Not replaceable without removing the BCM and d...
Door Locks/Hatch Lock won’t unlock 95% off the time, using fob OR interior switch. Also won’t unlock automatically when vehicle is put into park. Mechanic looked it and after research, determined there’s a probable faulty/stuck Relay on the BCM. Not replaceable without removing the BCM and d...
Door Locks/Hatch Lock won’t unlock 95% off the time, using fob OR interior switch. Also won’t unlock automatically when vehicle is put into park. Mechanic looked it and after research, determined there’s a probable faulty/stuck Relay on the BCM. Not replaceable without removing the BCM and d...
The contact's wife owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
The HECU fuse in my Kia has the risk of starting an engine fire. It is currently part of a recall. I have checked this with your organization using my VIN number. I am unable to drive my vehicle due to the potential risk for me and passengers. This has made life extremely inconvenient. Even going to...
The HECU fuse in my Kia has the risk of starting an engine fire. It is currently part of a recall. I have checked this with your organization using my VIN number. I am unable to drive my vehicle due to the potential risk for me and passengers. This has made life extremely inconvenient. Even going to...
Kia Dealers has diagnosed that vehicle has had a Catastrophic Engine Failure Was driving and vehicle just died almost got rear ended etc.... due to engine failure never received notices of this engine issue Start reading and it states at any giving time engine can seize At this point Kia dealer g...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable a...
We have not had an incident BUT we were notified of this recall in Nov of 2023 and now as of March 2024 there is still no fix. If my car could “combust” at any moment why is it taking so long to come up with a fix? Doesn’t seem very safe….. Again, we have had no accidents but this is the onl...
We have not had an incident BUT we were notified of this recall in Nov of 2023 and now as of March 2024 there is still no fix. If my car could “combust” at any moment why is it taking so long to come up with a fix? Doesn’t seem very safe….. Again, we have had no accidents but this is the onl...
Engine failed on the road. Lost acceleration. Had it in dealer for knocking and loss of acceleration but found nothing. Dealer said drive until failure or warning lights. One Week later it failed on the freeway. Now dealer says blow bearing bolt/rod and engine will be $16,000 to replace. We ha...
While driving on the highway, I noticed my temperature gauge went all the way to hot, but then it went back to the middle. It did this 2 or 3 times before I reached my destination. On the way home, it did this, again. Except, the gauge went up to hot and stayed there when I was about 3 miles from ho...
The contact’s girlfriend owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the engine overheated. The contact pulled over and checked the vehicle. The coolant reservoir was low on coolant, the engine oil level was low, and there were metal shavings in the oil. The check engine war...
Mileage: 77,842
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
Mileage: 80,000
pearl white paint peeling off with less than 100k miles.
pearl white paint peeling off with less than 100k miles.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that his wife was not aware of any warning lights being illuminated. The driver was able to coast the vehicle off the highway. The driver attempted...
Mileage: 112,000
My car shows that it is running hot but there is no leaks. I took my car to the mechanic and changed the radiator and the thermostat thinking that was the problem get my car back and my car is still running hot so I take it back to the mechanic and he inspects my engine again and that's when he tel...
Car started overheating and was using excessive amounts of oil. When trying to run my heat the smell of the coolant was coming into the cabin in which myself and my children could have inhaled it. I took it to my local Kia dealership and was informed after diagnostics that it was leaking both oil an...
Car started overheating and was using excessive amounts of oil. When trying to run my heat the smell of the coolant was coming into the cabin in which myself and my children could have inhaled it. I took it to my local Kia dealership and was informed after diagnostics that it was leaking both oil an...
The Kia one morning were I were at stop just turned off power completely disconnected/dead . I turn the key before I moved the stick to park and turn off the car than waited 3seconds and started the car. It turned on were I pulled to the side to park five foot to the left side and turn off the car t...
Mileage: 105,698
The kia Sorento has been very well serviced and maintained. On 3/8/24 while driving on the hwy the temperature began to rise. The vehicle was immediately pulled over and shut down. After letting the vehicle sit for approximately an hour to let engine cool my mechanic arrived and inspected it and fou...
This is regarding recall #23V652.The manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall since 09/25/2023 in a timely manner. This put myself and family member at risks everytime we operate the vehicle. KIA advised us to park it afar to avoid fire hazard. However, my car has already be...
Engine lost power. Analysis indicates the catalytic converters failed and need replacement. The engine and catalytic converters were replaced June 2022. This power loss occurred on major interstate, which could have resulted in death or serious injury. Defective products still being used. Per t...
A recalled was made on September 25th about Kia Sorento for potential fire hazard in driving or parking but up till date the recalled parts are not available at Kia dealership to fix the recall issues. Given it's fire risk, am pleading if you can follow up to make sure this problem is rectify be...
A recalled was made on September 25th about Kia Sorento for potential fire hazard in driving or parking but up till date the recalled parts are not available at Kia dealership to fix the recall issues. Given it's fire risk, am pleading if you can follow up to make sure this problem is rectify be...
The headlights go out without any warning. The fog lights work fine. I have had signal bulbs replaced many times but the worst complaint is the headlights.
My car was at Kia for a key fob issue. A day later the engine started ticking. I’m told I need a new engine. My car had no issues. I want to know if it can be related to this recall or if my car should’ve been recalled for the 2017 engine recall sc147. I am not convinced that they didn’t caus...
2014 Kia Sorento was very very slowly being driven into a residential garage. Suddenly the car accelerated although the car was being driven very slowly. Driver hit brake hard. Car rammed into the garage wall creating a very large hole. Objects in front of the wall prevented worse damage. The car it...
After a loud bang in rear of my 2014 KIA Sorento car while driving on freeway, I pulled over. It was towed to KIA. They found catastrophic failure of rear diff. Rear axle snapped. We were told front axle was a recall but not rear. We had to pay over $7,000 to get the vehicle out of shop and incur...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
Was driving on highway when suddenly the vehicle lost power and couldn't maintain speed. Once stopped smoke came out from under hood which turned out to be from coolant. Had car towed to independent shop where it was determined that the engine head gasket/s are bad and engine head bolts and block. ...
Was driving on highway when suddenly the vehicle lost power and couldn't maintain speed. Once stopped smoke came out from under hood which turned out to be from coolant. Had car towed to independent shop where it was determined that the engine head gasket/s are bad and engine head bolts and block. ...
I received a recall notice from Kia dated 11/14/2023. The notice said that the HECU hydraulic electronic control unit could short circuit and catch the car on fire whether driving or parked. They suggest parking away from anything that could catch fire. There is currently no remedy for this serious ...
I received a recall notice from Kia dated 11/14/2023. The notice said that the HECU hydraulic electronic control unit could short circuit and catch the car on fire whether driving or parked. They suggest parking away from anything that could catch fire. There is currently no remedy for this serious ...
Engine died with no sign. Was told engine had no oil
While driving at night, the instrument panel gauges and lights behind it faded away and all gauges went to 0, RPM, Gas, speedometer, temp, mileage all stopped working all at once. The headlights dimmed to almost nothing. After stopping, it was discovered that a rear sensor was basically melted off...
While driving at night, the instrument panel gauges and lights behind it faded away and all gauges went to 0, RPM, Gas, speedometer, temp, mileage all stopped working all at once. The headlights dimmed to almost nothing. After stopping, it was discovered that a rear sensor was basically melted off...
While driving at night, the instrument panel gauges and lights behind it faded away and all gauges went to 0, RPM, Gas, speedometer, temp, mileage all stopped working all at once. The headlights dimmed to almost nothing. After stopping, it was discovered that a rear sensor was basically melted off...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the speed odometer was inoperable, and the vehicle did not accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. The con...
Mileage: 147,000
I left my car outside in a light rainstorm while at work. When I arrived back at my car I noticed something off about my paint, I soon discovered it was a water bubble in my paint, this caused my paint to fall off leaving my vehicle with a large chunk of missing paint.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, she became aware that the headlamps were extremely dim, severely compromising nighttime visibility. The ABS warning and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, she became aware that the headlamps were extremely dim, severely compromising nighttime visibility. The ABS warning and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonab...
Engine seized while driving. Had to be completely replaced.
No lights went on the dash. N warning that the engine was damaged. Now 2 mechanics have agreed that the engine is bad Just got the car used from dealer in March and no one knew anything about it. I’m devastated
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal ticking sound. The contact was able to pull over safely. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined there was a hole in the engi...
Mileage: 103,000
With no warning the Kia suddenly started shaking and shuddering and white smoke started coming out of the exhaust while driving down the freeway. There were no symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. Took it to a mechanic and he said the car has a blown head gasket. A second mechanic confir...
The contact's husband owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded ...
Snow White Pearl paint bubbles and has peeled away from body of SUV around window shield. 2014 Kia Sorento with 60,000 miles on it.
The component that malfunctioned was the dashboard. The dashboard began flashing and caused the wheels on the KIA Sorento to lock while on the highway. The car also had a burn smell. The car was turned off and then I was able to drive normally. A couple of weeks later the Malfunction Indicator Light...
The component that malfunctioned was the dashboard. The dashboard began flashing and caused the wheels on the KIA Sorento to lock while on the highway. The car also had a burn smell. The car was turned off and then I was able to drive normally. A couple of weeks later the Malfunction Indicator Light...
The component that malfunctioned was the dashboard. The dashboard began flashing and caused the wheels on the KIA Sorento to lock while on the highway. The car also had a burn smell. The car was turned off and then I was able to drive normally. A couple of weeks later the Malfunction Indicator Light...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the malfunction indicator light (MIL) was illuminated. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the wheels locked up. There was an abnormal plastic burning odor. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or rep...
Mileage: 226,983
Paint falling off like paper. Kia used defective paint and knows it. Whole car needs to be repainted with different non defective paint!
Kia smelled of electrical burning/fire after driving. burning smell permeated into dwelling. Notified KIA Customer Care Center at 1 (800) 333 4542. Case [XXX] initiated day of engine burning/fire [XXX]. No response from Kia. Called to inquire on update January 16th, 2024. Spoke with Mary. Mary had ...
Kia smelled of electrical burning/fire after driving. burning smell permeated into dwelling. Notified KIA Customer Care Center at 1 (800) 333 4542. Case [XXX] initiated day of engine burning/fire [XXX]. No response from Kia. Called to inquire on update January 16th, 2024. Spoke with Mary. Mary had ...
Kia smelled of electrical burning/fire after driving. burning smell permeated into dwelling. Notified KIA Customer Care Center at 1 (800) 333 4542. Case [XXX] initiated day of engine burning/fire [XXX]. No response from Kia. Called to inquire on update January 16th, 2024. Spoke with Mary. Mary had ...
White paint is peeling rapidly and exposing the primer
UNKNOWN. I have taken my Sorento twice back to the dealership and they won’t fix recall til something happens
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle then lost motive power. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway; however, the vehicle failed to res...
Mileage: 162,000
The shop I took it to tested the compression and 3 cylinders were out. They said I need A new engine at 120k miles on it.
Airbag System is not functioning. KIA Motors America has extended the warranty coverage for the front passenger Occupant Detection System (ODS) Sensor Pad to 15 years with unlimited milage. My local KIA dealership, Prestige KIA in Eau Claire, WI, has refused to repair it. When called they infor...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the check engine, the MIL, and the ABS warning lights were illuminated. The ...
Mileage: 100,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the check engine, the MIL, and the ABS warning lights were illuminated. The ...
Mileage: 100,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle seized. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the alternator had failed and needed to be replaced. The ve...
Mileage: 58,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
The vehicle clicks when turning.
The engine light keeps coming on and off. I had a recall notice but an took the kia to kia dealership but they said they don't have the repair parts. Since recall was issued no repairs yet an it's posing a threat to me an my family using it. If I park the car without using it as kia instructed how ...
The engine light keeps coming on and off. I had a recall notice but an took the kia to kia dealership but they said they don't have the repair parts. Since recall was issued no repairs yet an it's posing a threat to me an my family using it. If I park the car without using it as kia instructed how ...
Fuel pump/engine began failing before the engine locked up. I was driving down a country road and lost power. When I floored it the top speed was approx. 7 MPH. I did not have anywhere to pull over. It has been inspected by the manufacturer and they said it needs a new engine. There were no warning ...
Fuel pump/engine began failing before the engine locked up. I was driving down a country road and lost power. When I floored it the top speed was approx. 7 MPH. I did not have anywhere to pull over. It has been inspected by the manufacturer and they said it needs a new engine. There were no warning ...
Fuel pump/engine began failing before the engine locked up. I was driving down a country road and lost power. When I floored it the top speed was approx. 7 MPH. I did not have anywhere to pull over. It has been inspected by the manufacturer and they said it needs a new engine. There were no warning ...
This recall poses a risk either driving or when vehicle is parked. I have contacted Kia several times to ask about the remedy part. As recent as today (12/14/23), they have no estimated time when the part will be available. I have not driven my vehicle since receiving the interim notice from Kia....
The vehicle shows that it is running hot but when I check there is coolant in the reservoir but then when I check the radiator there is little to no coolant in it
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. T...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine oil light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with excessive oil consumption and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact ...
Mileage: 174,530
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The co...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The co...
We are concerned that a recall notice was filed on this vehicle over two months ago for a severe issue, and there are no parts available or any other remedy available. This poses a huge safety risk for the manufacturer to allow these vehicles to be operated with this knowledge and no timeframe for r...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
Concerned about interim notice. Would like to get issue fixed immediately to keep passengers and others safe. HECU replaced
The engine randomly around 45,000 miles started using large amount of oil. The engine started ticking. It is available for inspection, upon request. The safety of myself and others is put at risk as the engine is a ticking time bomb to blow up. When it first starts happening, you do not notice, as y...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. T...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep...
Informed Nov 19 of HECU leak resulting in fire even when parked and to park vehicle away from structures. KIA DOES NOT HAVE A REMEDY YET. Spoke with Lupient dealer and they have no idea when available. While I appreciate the notice I find it very disappointing and disturbing that a remedy is no...
Car timing failed on the 3.3 and stalled car in the road. This is a very common problem and these need to be fixed. These cars randomly jump timing with no warning what so ever. Kia knew these were an issue and should replace the engine in my car along with everyone else that has this issue. Car is ...
Engine seized again after the last recall and engine replacement leaving me stranded in an intersection and $416 in towing expenses transported to the mechanic and back home when told engine is seized
I have a 2014 Kia Sorento with a 3.3l engine. There was a catastrophic blow of the head gasket that resulted in engine temperatures spiking while driving on the interstate. This led to excessive deceleration and stopping on the side of the interstate. After researching, this is an ongoing problem ...
paint is pealing on car this is third time kia gave 1,800.00 dollars to have previous pealing paint repaired then pealed again on rear of roof now on drivers side pillar about 1 ft strip blew off cant locate date kia reimbursed me 1st time 2nd time 2022 3rd time 11 5 23
Replaced engine 1/31/23 had open recall per 21v331was not repaired even though they wasn’t suppose to return vehicle according to recall. They said It would be safe to drive.Said they had no remedy to fix they would call me. Few days car stalls alternator was hanging had to replace. They didn’t ...
Replaced engine 1/31/23 had open recall per 21v331was not repaired even though they wasn’t suppose to return vehicle according to recall. They said It would be safe to drive.Said they had no remedy to fix they would call me. Few days car stalls alternator was hanging had to replace. They didn’t ...
Replaced engine 1/31/23 had open recall per 21v331was not repaired even though they wasn’t suppose to return vehicle according to recall. They said It would be safe to drive.Said they had no remedy to fix they would call me. Few days car stalls alternator was hanging had to replace. They didn’t ...
ENGINE FIRE, NO WARNING, VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE AND OFF WHEN IT CAUGHT FIRE
It appears there are numerous people with the same issue with the pearl white paint on the 2014 Kia Sorento, paint bubbling and coming off in chunks. Kia should be ashamed of themselves for doing this to consumers. This is a DEFECT and needs to be rectified immediately. I received quotes for the c...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at approximately 25 MPH and making a turn, the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was an internal engine failure, connecting rod da...
Mileage: 75,000
Engine continues to leak oil. Cannot be driven. 2014 Kia Sorento SUV which is under recall for engine fires yet they state her particular vin is not under the recall.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while the engine hood was opened and raised, the hydraulic hood lift struts failed causing the hood to close down onto the contact's right hand. The contact's hand was trapped under the hood for approximately 30 minutes before help arrived...
Mileage: 30,000
Had been getting “BSD” disabled messages while driving on expressway for several months, dealer inspected twice and found nothing. On May 30, 2023 while driving on street rear differential locked not allowing rear wheel rotation for short period ( 2 street blocks ), then resumed operation but wi...
Had been getting “BSD” disabled messages while driving on expressway for several months, dealer inspected twice and found nothing. On May 30, 2023 while driving on street rear differential locked not allowing rear wheel rotation for short period ( 2 street blocks ), then resumed operation but wi...
Had been getting “BSD” disabled messages while driving on expressway for several months, dealer inspected twice and found nothing. On May 30, 2023 while driving on street rear differential locked not allowing rear wheel rotation for short period ( 2 street blocks ), then resumed operation but wi...
The engine on my 2014 Kia Sorento has failed. I brought the vehicle in to Bob Sight Kia to have them diagnose the problem. They claimed that when they drained the oil, they only found 3/4 of a quart of oil and for that reason, Kia was denying the claim for a new engine. I find it hard to believe tha...
The pearl white paint is coming off the car from just driving the car. It started at 75k miles and now the car is rusting because of it. This white paint is discontinued now but what about the car they used the paint on. It's like this on the hood, sides of the window and the top of the car.
Car was traveling from Atlanta and the speed odometer on the car showed it was dropping then knock noise pull over then I made to exit and check oil Guage the sensor lights never showed when I had picked up the person house I took to said it was crank sensor and started it heard knocking sound and I...
Car was traveling from Atlanta and the speed odometer on the car showed it was dropping then knock noise pull over then I made to exit and check oil Guage the sensor lights never showed when I had picked up the person house I took to said it was crank sensor and started it heard knocking sound and I...
Car was traveling from Atlanta and the speed odometer on the car showed it was dropping then knock noise pull over then I made to exit and check oil Guage the sensor lights never showed when I had picked up the person house I took to said it was crank sensor and started it heard knocking sound and I...
Catalytic Converter is out and is needing replacement. Dealership offered me $600 off which I accepted, so total repair cost will be $2650 out the door. Problem is the part is on back order until "TBD". Dealership and Kia Consumer Complaints can not give an ETA on when part is supposed to come in. A...
On 06/23/2023 i went to team Nissan located at 70 Keller st . took it in while purchasing new tires from tire warehouse told me about repairs that needed done that was still under warranty with team Nissan. when i took it to team Nissan they refused my warranty by telling me my car issuer was not an...
On 06/23/2023 i went to team Nissan located at 70 Keller st . took it in while purchasing new tires from tire warehouse told me about repairs that needed done that was still under warranty with team Nissan. when i took it to team Nissan they refused my warranty by telling me my car issuer was not an...
On 06/23/2023 i went to team Nissan located at 70 Keller st . took it in while purchasing new tires from tire warehouse told me about repairs that needed done that was still under warranty with team Nissan. when i took it to team Nissan they refused my warranty by telling me my car issuer was not an...
1. Kia sold me the car with open recalls. And did not disclose this. 2. I’m still paying on it and they had to replace the motor on 01/31/23 recall. 3. They again sent the car home with an open recall sc212 because they didn’t have the part to remedy the recall. (Brakes) 4. My brakes went out lu...
1. Kia sold me the car with open recalls. And did not disclose this. 2. I’m still paying on it and they had to replace the motor on 01/31/23 recall. 3. They again sent the car home with an open recall sc212 because they didn’t have the part to remedy the recall. (Brakes) 4. My brakes went out lu...
Engine was replaced in 2021 due to oil consumption issues. After copays and having a rental car for 2 months while waiting for repairs I shelled out about 7k. Now catalytic converter has failed, about one week after last oil change. Extended coverage is just over by mileage according to dealership a...
I have a Kia 2014. Sorento, Snow White mother-of-pearl. In the summer of 2019, I first noticed paint peeling (or what bodyshops call delamination) on the windshield frame. My paint started peeling off in a tiny spot, it looked like a tiny chip of paint the size of a piece of rice, but quickly starte...
At first, I thought it was due to normal wear on the vehicle. And would need a touch of paint job. I started seeing other vehicle with the same areas of paint issues on the road as mines. 2014 Kia Sorento LX - Pearl White paint peeling around windshield and off hood. Bubbles started forming form und...
We bought the car 6 months ago from a dealership and since then the breaks are bad the engine makes this strange noise it always smells like oil is burning. The seat belts don't stay latch and I hr suspension is all over the place.
We bought the car 6 months ago from a dealership and since then the breaks are bad the engine makes this strange noise it always smells like oil is burning. The seat belts don't stay latch and I hr suspension is all over the place.
We bought the car 6 months ago from a dealership and since then the breaks are bad the engine makes this strange noise it always smells like oil is burning. The seat belts don't stay latch and I hr suspension is all over the place.
After work, a severe dust storm hit. I drove to the grocery store and then home (30 miles) in the dust storm. The next morning, as I was driving to work, I heard a weird knocking noise, but no engine lights came on. My car would not start during my lunch break, nor when I got off work. My boyfriend ...
Well my boyfriend and I where getting the car straightened up swept out wiped down and cleaned up and drove it from one part of our yard to the other and we had to finish what we where doing before that so and hour or so later when my. Boy friend went to go finish the car he realized there was smoke...
Mileage: 153,332
Well my boyfriend and I where getting the car straightened up swept out wiped down and cleaned up and drove it from one part of our yard to the other and we had to finish what we where doing before that so and hour or so later when my. Boy friend went to go finish the car he realized there was smoke...
Mileage: 153,332
Well my boyfriend and I where getting the car straightened up swept out wiped down and cleaned up and drove it from one part of our yard to the other and we had to finish what we where doing before that so and hour or so later when my. Boy friend went to go finish the car he realized there was smoke...
Mileage: 153,332
Paint is peeling off of my Kia
Car recently hit 103,000 miles and was taken in for its scheduled oil change. Mechanic discovered that only a single quart of oil was left in the engine during the oil change despite regular maintenance. Metal flakes were found in the oil that was removed which points to a similar recall with the en...
I bought this 2014 kia sorento about 2 years ago from a small dealer. When I bought it there was minial peeling above my window on my hatch. When I bought my car it was already at 169,000. miles on it. In the last 6 months the paint has rapidly been peeling off on my doors and getting worse on the h...
In May of 2021 my 2014 Kia Sorrento had major engine problems. I brought it to Myrtle Beach Kia immediately and after 5 months of back and forth and paying for rental vehicles, I was told that they would not cover any repairs due to the Recall! I then paid $8, 663.63 for a repair that was never full...
In May of 2021 my 2014 Kia Sorrento had major engine problems. I brought it to Myrtle Beach Kia immediately and after 5 months of back and forth and paying for rental vehicles, I was told that they would not cover any repairs due to the Recall! I then paid $8, 663.63 for a repair that was never full...
In May of 2021 my 2014 Kia Sorrento had major engine problems. I brought it to Myrtle Beach Kia immediately and after 5 months of back and forth and paying for rental vehicles, I was told that they would not cover any repairs due to the Recall! I then paid $8, 663.63 for a repair that was never full...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that after an oil change and driving approximately 1,200 miles, there was no oil in the engine. The contact stated that there was no visible oil leak. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufactu...
Mileage: 153,000
iT APPEARS MY CAR IS BURNING OIL, THERE IS NO LEAKAGE. I KEEP OIL CHANGES ON A REGULAR BASIS AND NOW CHECKING OIL LEVELS DAILY. IT IS USING 1-1.5 QTS EVERY 2 WEEKS. THIS PROBLEM WAS FOUND WITH LAST OIL CHANGE. MY CAR NOW SEEMS TO SEIZE WHEN TAKING OFF INCONSISTENTLY. I DON'T KNOW IF TWO PROBLEM...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, stalled, and shut off. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to safely pull over on the side of roadway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehic...
Mileage: 41,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, stalled, and shut off. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to safely pull over on the side of roadway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehic...
Mileage: 41,000
The body of vehicle has paint chipping away in large pieces for no apparent reason. The color is a pearl white
My kia Sorento is severely peeling paint. it comes off in chunks. Since it has starting peeling above the passengers side door, it has not stopped. I saw that several other people have had this complaint and Kia has not fixed it yet. Kia will not agree to fix the paint job. My car has a SWP color on...
My son was driving the vehicle and was luckily stopped in traffic at a stop light. All of a sudden the RPM's dropped and the engine shut off. The car would not start and had to be pushed to the side of the road in heavy traffic. While waiting for a tow truck, we noticed the engine oil was complete...
On January 8, 2023, my 2014 Kia Sorento burnt up. I was driving down the street when I could see smoke and smell something burning. I stopped the car and got out just in time. It exploded and totally burnt. I have a video but it will not upload.
On January 8, 2023, my 2014 Kia Sorento burnt up. I was driving down the street when I could see smoke and smell something burning. I stopped the car and got out just in time. It exploded and totally burnt. I have a video but it will not upload.
Engine seized. No check engine lights on. Was driving and it made an awful noise and that was it. We have not drove it since. Took it to our local auto mechanic he refused to touch it. Told us it needed a new engine. We are an hour and half a way from a kia dealership. We can't afford to have ot tow...
Kia Corporate Complaint No. [XXX] We bought a used but Kia certified 2014 Kia Sorento with 29K mileage in Jul 2017. Ran great but check engine light came on 3 times. Well before 100K mileage, we took it to dealer service department and we’re advised it was an ‘electrical problem’ that rep...
Kia Corporate Complaint No. [XXX] We bought a used but Kia certified 2014 Kia Sorento with 29K mileage in Jul 2017. Ran great but check engine light came on 3 times. Well before 100K mileage, we took it to dealer service department and we’re advised it was an ‘electrical problem’ that rep...
The Paint above the front windshield is chipping and continues to get worst with rust and paint. I've seen multiple Kia Sorento just like my model with the same issue. My paint began peeling in a tiny spot I thought was a chip from a rock but rapidly began peeling all over. KIA SORENTO SNOW WHITE ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the contact heard an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and was only able to accelerate to 30 MPH....
Mileage: 100,800
Engine control module when it fails vehicle will lose power and drops engine compression causing a danger to other traffic. I was on I-10 on Sunday morning at 60 mi. when all of a sudden it slowed down to 20mi causing other drivers too maneuver around me to avoid from colliding into my SUV. Had engi...
Engine control module when it fails vehicle will lose power and drops engine compression causing a danger to other traffic. I was on I-10 on Sunday morning at 60 mi. when all of a sudden it slowed down to 20mi causing other drivers too maneuver around me to avoid from colliding into my SUV. Had engi...
Engine control module when it fails vehicle will lose power and drops engine compression causing a danger to other traffic. I was on I-10 on Sunday morning at 60 mi. when all of a sudden it slowed down to 20mi causing other drivers too maneuver around me to avoid from colliding into my SUV. Had engi...
The low beam headlights are very dim at night time. The inside reflective coating of the projector headlights has deteriorated over time.
UNKNOWN. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. WHEN I TRIED TO START IT I COULD NOT. TRIED TO JUMPSTART BUT STILL WOULD NOT START. I HAD IT TOWED TO MY MECHANIC AND HE ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE SEIZED AND THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS. RECALL #SC 147.
Knocking Sensor Detection. Loud knocking noise associated with flashing check engine light.
The paint is peeling off of the car. My safety is not at risk but this is a serious manufacturer defect. The defect has been confirmed by the dealer but they are now refusing to repair the paint. The pint has been inspected by auto repair shops and it is called delamination where the paint peels off...
Paint is flaking off.
Pearl white paint is chipping off in large sizes for over 2 years. Just found out this is a common problem with Kia certain years and this exact paint color
On 5/8/2023 I was driving on the freeway going about 70 to 75 MPH. All of a sudden the car stopped accelerating and the engine just stopped working. I costed somehow to the side of the freeway until a tow truck could arrive. There was no warning, until this happened. Car was running perfect up ...
The contact’s son owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while his son was driving 65 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, and the engine seized. The check engine and the low oil pressure warning lights were illuminated. The contact’s son was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle fa...
Mileage: 91,089
The paint is chipping significantly in the area on both sides of my windshield and starting to continue down into the rest of the car. I have a snow white car and my research has shown this make, model, year and color has been reported of having the same problems. It really affects the look of the...
In December of 2020 my vehicle stalled in the middle of turning. I lost all power and was not able to accelerate. After a tow to my mechanic no reason could be found and vehicle started and ran fine. No check engine or codes displayed. Then in July of 2021 same issue happened. I again had it towed t...
The engine seized up. The issue may be due to a design problem with all Kia engines. Here's what the service technician at the Kia dealership told me: 1) There is a pin on the cam shaft that keeps it in place; 2) Over time it moves, and gets sheared off; 3) When the pin is sheared off, the cam...
I never received any letter from KIA about this recall. I recently found out about this recall when I entered my vehicle VIN on the NHTSA website because the ABS and stability control lights have been on since last week. I called Kia about this (North East Kia at White Plains, NY) on April 24, 2023,...
I never received any letter from KIA about this recall. I recently found out about this recall when I entered my vehicle VIN on the NHTSA website because the ABS and stability control lights have been on since last week. I called Kia about this (North East Kia at White Plains, NY) on April 24, 2023,...
Was driving my kia sorrento and check engine light came car was acting as if it wasn't getting any gas took to autozone came bk with 2 codes and pulled out and my car basically powered down in the middle of the street a car almost ran into me...the police had to push my car down a waze so no one w...
Engine overheated with no warning, Heater failed, Coolant wouldn't go through the system, replaced the T-stat, and it still continued to overheat with no warning or indication. I was driving with my 2.5year old in the middle of a busy street during the evening. Took it to a repair shop and was told ...
Engine overheated with no warning, Heater failed, Coolant wouldn't go through the system, replaced the T-stat, and it still continued to overheat with no warning or indication. I was driving with my 2.5year old in the middle of a busy street during the evening. Took it to a repair shop and was told ...
Engine overheated with no warning, Heater failed, Coolant wouldn't go through the system, replaced the T-stat, and it still continued to overheat with no warning or indication. I was driving with my 2.5year old in the middle of a busy street during the evening. Took it to a repair shop and was told ...
I have not had my car a year and the seatbelt light came on 2 days ago. I am keeping the services up and all of these things were supposedly passed during the inspection before I purchased my car. Also, the paint is peeling off the car. There are so many cars that has peeling paint when passing. ...
I have not had my car a year and the seatbelt light came on 2 days ago. I am keeping the services up and all of these things were supposedly passed during the inspection before I purchased my car. Also, the paint is peeling off the car. There are so many cars that has peeling paint when passing. ...
I own a 2014 Kia Sorento that the peeling is rapidly peeling off ( or what the body shops call Delamination ) . My paint began peeling in a tiny spot I thought was a chip from a rock but rapidly began peeling all over. The vehicle is hand wash and the peeling continues, any water pressure continues ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine. While accelerating, the knocking sound became louder. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was inf...
Mileage: 80,000
After my engine was replaced, due to recall, the airbag light has been on causing check engine light to stay on. In addition to the air bag light, shortly after tlairbag light issue, all other dashboards lights came on and remain on. All buttons and horn on steering wheel don't work. Since they repl...
After my engine was replaced, due to recall, the airbag light has been on causing check engine light to stay on. In addition to the air bag light, shortly after tlairbag light issue, all other dashboards lights came on and remain on. All buttons and horn on steering wheel don't work. Since they repl...
Hi, I'm dealing with my Kia Sorento SX 2014, rpm and acceleration problems, for over two long years, sometimes shut off itself, some times codes shows up but no all the time, already changed spark plugs, High pressure fuel pump and the connector, two injectors, starter, MAP sensor, etc. My mechanic ...
Hi, I'm dealing with my Kia Sorento SX 2014, rpm and acceleration problems, for over two long years, sometimes shut off itself, some times codes shows up but no all the time, already changed spark plugs, High pressure fuel pump and the connector, two injectors, starter, MAP sensor, etc. My mechanic ...
Hi, I'm dealing with my Kia Sorento SX 2014, rpm and acceleration problems, for over two long years, sometimes shut off itself, some times codes shows up but no all the time, already changed spark plugs, High pressure fuel pump and the connector, two injectors, starter, MAP sensor, etc. My mechanic ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle decelerated independently, and then failed to respond with the accelerator pedal depressed. The contact veered to the side of the road, and the engine started shaking and knocking. Additionally, the check ...
Mileage: 106,000
I experienced a deceleration when I stepped on the gas pedal to accelerate on the interstate. I was going 65mph at the time. The emission control warning light came on so I pulled off the next exit and called the Kia dealer. I turned around and headed back to take it in for diagnostic service and re...
I experienced a deceleration when I stepped on the gas pedal to accelerate on the interstate. I was going 65mph at the time. The emission control warning light came on so I pulled off the next exit and called the Kia dealer. I turned around and headed back to take it in for diagnostic service and re...
I experienced a deceleration when I stepped on the gas pedal to accelerate on the interstate. I was going 65mph at the time. The emission control warning light came on so I pulled off the next exit and called the Kia dealer. I turned around and headed back to take it in for diagnostic service and re...
Doing speed limit of 70 lost power for no reason had 3 mo left 500 minutes from home on vacation towed home thank God was able to get off the free way .Tried getting Kia to fix said since it was 3 .3 engine not 4 cylinder the couldn't fix it.same problem metal in oil and on dip stick see now 2017...
Doing speed limit of 70 lost power for no reason had 3 mo left 500 minutes from home on vacation towed home thank God was able to get off the free way .Tried getting Kia to fix said since it was 3 .3 engine not 4 cylinder the couldn't fix it.same problem metal in oil and on dip stick see now 2017...
Delamination of body paint
While I was driving on the highway, my engine suffered a catastrophic failure without any warning. Luckily I was close enough to an exit so I was able to pull off to safety. When I stopped, fluids gushed out of the engine compartment and there was white smoke everywhere. One of the hoses to the engi...
Sensor lights came on detecting problems. 5/7/2022
Sensor lights came on detecting problems. 5/7/2022
The paint peeling is seriously dominate in PEARL WHITE and that needs to be addressed!! We have seen peeling in other colors as well. We want this to lead to a investigation.
The car has 107,000 miles on it, and has recently started making a strange noise and it died on 2 separate occasions. I took it to a mechanic, who thought it might need a new engine. I did a little online research and all of these engine problems for Kia Sorento's popped up. I took it to a Kia de...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the all-wheel drive (AWD) warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and the dealer stated that the all-wheel drive (AWD) switch was faulty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manu...
Mileage: 160,000
Paint is delaminated and pealing off. Paint type Pearl Snow White. After researching online it seems this is happening to hundreds of 2014 Kia Sorentos.
Paint is delaminated and pealing off. Paint type Pearl Snow White. After researching online it seems this is happening to hundreds of 2014 Kia Sorentos.
Engine locked up while driving. It just stalled when in motion. Now the engine will not turn over. Mechanic says it has to be replaced.
Engine locked up while driving. It just stalled when in motion. Now the engine will not turn over. Mechanic says it has to be replaced.
Engine stalling. While driving to work about 45 minutes away my 2014 Kia Sorento stalled at a light. I put it in park, and it started right up. Coming home from work it stalled again after coming off the bridge in my town along with the check engine light on. Tried to start it and it would start and...
Paint on the vehicle is delaminating. Starting on the hood an "A" pillars. It is the snow pearl color and is a wide spread problem.
Vehicle engine shut down while I was driving on the highway situation was very dangerous other vehicles had to take evasive maneuvers in order not to collide with me I was very scared as I had my grand children with me the vehicle is currently at auto nation in keennesses Georgia it is available for...
Vehicle engine shut down while I was driving on the highway situation was very dangerous other vehicles had to take evasive maneuvers in order not to collide with me I was very scared as I had my grand children with me the vehicle is currently at auto nation in keennesses Georgia it is available for...
Vehicle engine shut down while I was driving on the highway situation was very dangerous other vehicles had to take evasive maneuvers in order not to collide with me I was very scared as I had my grand children with me the vehicle is currently at auto nation in keennesses Georgia it is available for...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard a knocking sound coming from the engine. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that an unknown f...
Mileage: 135,000
During a moderate T-bone collision at the driver rear side quarter panel, the back seat of the vehicle almost immediately was in flame, injuring all three occupants, not fatally, fire originated underneath the rear seat near the refueling port, which had the cap in place.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. Additionally, while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle would hesitate while accelerating with the lights on the instrument panel flickering...
Mileage: 180,000
The oil light started to turn on and I still had 2000 miles to go to my next oil change. When we checked, we had no oil in the pan and had to add our own oil. I went to Kia Willowbrook dealership to file a complaint and get my oil changed. I was told that Kia will not do anything for oil consumption...
Mileage: 75,120
I'm still having problems with the engine after replacing it. Have had 1 fender bender, which cost me a lot of money. When it was replaced, I don't believe Kia paid for towing or car rental nor fix the other recall with the brakes. I also get a shock nearly every time I get out of the vehicle. Now f...
Mileage: 105,623
On Saturday, January 21st my Sorento started to make a strange noise. On Sunday, January 22 my check engine light came on. I took my vehicle to my normal mechanic first thing Monday, January 23rd morning. He said the check engine light was on because I needed an oil change. My most recent oil ch...
Paint peeling on hood. Does not look like it came from a stone chip.
Paint peeling on hood. Does not look like it came from a stone chip.
The paint (Snow White Pearl) on my Kia Sorento (2014) is peeling off of the drivers side door above window. Mileage of vehicle is 116000. Started on 2/1/23
The Snow white pearl paint on my 2014 Kia Sorento has started de-laminating and peeling. It became noticeable on the driver's side door post, which has peeled and grown to a substantial area since I first noticed it. Smaller areas can also be identified on the back bumper, the hood, and several othe...
The Snow white pearl paint on my 2014 Kia Sorento has started de-laminating and peeling. It became noticeable on the driver's side door post, which has peeled and grown to a substantial area since I first noticed it. Smaller areas can also be identified on the back bumper, the hood, and several othe...
While driving down the road, I heard a loud bang and then the car felt like the wheels were falling off as I was driving. The car's handling was very poor and there was very loud clunking while driving straight or turning. The car was only drivable at very slow speeds due to the sound and poor handl...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving and attempting to make a turn, the vehicle temporarily lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed th...
Mileage: 129,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the thermostat was replaced twice; however, the failure recurred. The contact related the failure to TSB: SC147. The veh...
Mileage: 21,000
Constant issue with the 3 doors staying locked. Must manually push on the plastic mechanism to unlock the door from the inside. Using the inside door knob will not unlock the doors which is a major safety hazard. I have taken it to the dealer 3 times and they can not duplicate the issue. It star...
Constant issue with the 3 doors staying locked. Must manually push on the plastic mechanism to unlock the door from the inside. Using the inside door knob will not unlock the doors which is a major safety hazard. I have taken it to the dealer 3 times and they can not duplicate the issue. It star...
As I was driving vehicle suddenly started knocking and came to a hault. Battery was completely dead and I was no longer able to restart. Repair shop has confirmed engine is no good. My vehicle only has 81,000 miles no understanding how my engine has seized when I have had frequently oil changes. I'm...
I dropped my daughter off school, upon leaving and heading toward the freeway, I was unable to accelerate past 20mph, had a vehicle behind me almost hit me and my child because I lost forward acceleration and was unaware and could only use my hazards to signify that something was wrong and I wouldn'...
I have the Pearl White color and it is peeling off everywhere! My hood is almost completely gone and it’s now starting to chip on the side near the drivers door. It started off as little chips but now it is in clumps. Somebody told me it was delaminating and a ton of other pearl white kia drivers ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 121,461.
Mileage: 121,461
Car has around 90,000 miles and is consuming excessive oil. Original Mechanic ran diagnostics and notes that the gaskets are deteriorating and metal shavings are present in the engine, which could cause it to seize. Check engine light has been on, and an error message from the auto diagnostic system...
Headlight Dim setting are so weak the vehicle over runs the lighting at speeds over 40 mph. Unsafe to drive vehicle on major highways, and on secondary roads where street lighting is sparse, or non existent.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact was able to coast off the nearest exit onto the side of the roadway. The vehicle failed to accelerate and was towed to the dealer to...
Mileage: 67,000
Headlights continually need replacing. We must replace headlights every few months. We have tried several brands of lights and regardless they go out. We have had all the lights go out at once while driving at night. Cruise control no longer works. I had the clock spring replaced but this did not f...
Headlights continually need replacing. We must replace headlights every few months. We have tried several brands of lights and regardless they go out. We have had all the lights go out at once while driving at night. Cruise control no longer works. I had the clock spring replaced but this did not f...
Headlights continually need replacing. We must replace headlights every few months. We have tried several brands of lights and regardless they go out. We have had all the lights go out at once while driving at night. Cruise control no longer works. I had the clock spring replaced but this did not f...
The paint is peeling super bad bad it to several dealerships & Maaco and was told this is a defect and to report the problem
The paint is peeling super bad bad it to several dealerships & Maaco and was told this is a defect and to report the problem
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle started stalling with the check engine warning light flashing. The contact was able to pull over and had the vehicle towed to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause ...
Mileage: 210,000
I'm dealing with my Kia Sorento 2014 SX for about two years a bit more, with acceleration problems and sometimes shut off itself when still I'm in D drive and the scary part still on the road with my family, brought theToronto and because isn't codes sometimes they don't know what the problem is, di...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer was not n...
Mileage: 29,000
Paint is delaminating on both passenger and driver side columns , around windshield, and hood. Paint is peeling after heavy rain and rock impact on freeway. Color:Pearl White. Inspected by autobody shop, state delaminatiom and entire car needs repainting to prevent future issues.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while parking the vehicle in a driveway, black smoke was coming out of the vents of the vehicle. Once the contact exited the vehicle, flames started coming from under the hood of the vehicle causing the vehicle to burst into flames. The fire de...
Mileage: 144,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while parking the vehicle in a driveway, black smoke was coming out of the vents of the vehicle. Once the contact exited the vehicle, flames started coming from under the hood of the vehicle causing the vehicle to burst into flames. The fire de...
Mileage: 144,000
I have had a lot of issues with my engine. Took it to different shops had crankshaft position sensor changed, coil packs and spark plugs changed several times in consecutive intervals trying to sort out the issues. Multiple diagnosis fees, and am still having issues. Kia said the can’t help me unt...
I have had a lot of issues with my engine. Took it to different shops had crankshaft position sensor changed, coil packs and spark plugs changed several times in consecutive intervals trying to sort out the issues. Multiple diagnosis fees, and am still having issues. Kia said the can’t help me unt...
The contact owned a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle accelerated to 40 MPH, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. There was smoke coming from underneath the hood, a...
Mileage: 132,000
The contact owned a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle accelerated to 40 MPH, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. There was smoke coming from underneath the hood, a...
Mileage: 132,000
I was taking my daughter to school and the car stalled and died I restarted it but it wouldn’t accelerate and I could hear rattling in my engine so it took me a minute but I got it back to my driveway. The Abs and traction control lights where on and low tire. No check engine lights or oil low. I ...
I was taking my daughter to school and the car stalled and died I restarted it but it wouldn’t accelerate and I could hear rattling in my engine so it took me a minute but I got it back to my driveway. The Abs and traction control lights where on and low tire. No check engine lights or oil low. I ...
I was taking my daughter to school and the car stalled and died I restarted it but it wouldn’t accelerate and I could hear rattling in my engine so it took me a minute but I got it back to my driveway. The Abs and traction control lights where on and low tire. No check engine lights or oil low. I ...
The cabin of the vehicle filled with gas fumes whilst driving the vehicle on 12/7/2022 through 12/10/2022. The fumes got so bad that myself the driver and passengers all got light headed and had to lower all windows and pull over to the side of the road to exit the vehicle and get some fresh air. Th...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while pulling out a gas station, the vehicle was making a loud clicking sound and the vehicle would not accelerate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact checked the oil level and noticed there was no oil in the engine. ...
Mileage: 153,007
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. T...
White pearl paint chipping off a garage kept car that was purchased new in 2014
While over taking a tractor the engine looses power with most dash lights going on, I pull over and turn the car off, and finally the car would not start.
2014 KIA Sorento; at 80775 miles the passenger side pillar by the front windshield the Pearl White Paint has peeled off. There was no impact. The paint code is SWP. I see that this is a wide-seen condition of this paint color; Pearl White with the KIA vehicles. I can see other spots on the car...
Car infotainment center reported a possible engine condition, the next day we brought into dealership fir a full diagnostic of engine, they said it was just low on fluids, after filling up with fluids we left. The next morning, engine seized in middle of road.
My check engine light is still on after having my thermostat and gasket replaced for the engine cooling system. My mechanic looked up the information online and saw that there is a recall for this issue for 2014 Kia Sorentos. When I called my local dealership they said the recall does not cover my...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a knocking noise was present coming from the engine compartment with the check engine warning light illuminated. Upon inspection it was discovered that the engine oil level was extremely low; however, no warning...
Mileage: 90,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated 35 MPH the contact heard knocking noising from the vehicle, the contact felt an explosion coming from under the vehicle and a black cloud came from under the vehicle and no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over and examin...
Paint chipping Delamination On the pillar of the suv! I painted once on the driver side now the passenger side is peeling. Defective
Began in august as a minor paint chip to rain. Has continued to progress and flake off more, to now triple the size within three months on the drive side door panel. Chipping has now began on the hood as well. Was informed that this is paint delamination due to poor adhesion of paint.
I started experiencing miscellaneous electrical issues and occasional poor acceleration. Engine/ABS/tire pressure/etc. warning lights would come and go indicating random problems; transmission solenoid was a common code but I did not initially have transmission problems. Radio/backup camera had inte...
I started experiencing miscellaneous electrical issues and occasional poor acceleration. Engine/ABS/tire pressure/etc. warning lights would come and go indicating random problems; transmission solenoid was a common code but I did not initially have transmission problems. Radio/backup camera had inte...
I started experiencing miscellaneous electrical issues and occasional poor acceleration. Engine/ABS/tire pressure/etc. warning lights would come and go indicating random problems; transmission solenoid was a common code but I did not initially have transmission problems. Radio/backup camera had inte...
Pearl white Paint defect, paint peeling off entire vehicle.
The paint is delaminating . It is peeling off down to the primer. This is a know problem with Kia. The Kia service manager stated Kia would not make good for the repair stating it has been more the 36 months and the warranty has expired. A heavy rain furthers the peeling. Under the right circumstanc...
It was apparent on 9/17/22 that paint on our 2014 Kia Sorento was peeling off. We thought a piece of paper flew onto the roof. It was actually sheets of paint peeling off the top, back roof. The sheets were so large they could of imparted my vision if they fell into the front or back window. We plan...
I HAVE A 2014 KIA SORENTO THE PAINT IS PEALING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR CLOSE TO WINDSHIELD I SAW WHERE THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM IT NEEDS REPAINTING BEFORE IT GETS ANY WORSE WHICH EVERTIME I WASH IT NOW IT GETS BIGGER PLEASE CHECK ON THIS AND SEE IF THERE IS ANYWAY KIA CAN FIX MY CAR IT ONLY HAS 61...
On 2/4/2022 a member of my family was driving the vehicle and the vehicle started making knocking sounds without any warming lights so the car was immediately pulled over. The car was then towed to Homestead auto in Eagan, MN and they told us that the oil pressure switch failed and all of the oil ...
My 2014 KIA Sorento has paint peeling off in sheets. It started in 2017 when the car was only 4 years old. The dealership admitted that they knew it was a defect in the paint but refused to fix it because it was past the warranty date. I've heard that many other KIA owners are having the same issue,...
Driving through town on the way to take my daughter to school, the car suddenly lost power without warning. The engine seized and the car would no longer accelerate. There were no warning lights on the dash. The engine light came on after I was able to pull the car into a parking lot.
Airbag sign came on my dashboard
My Kia Sorento while parked in front of house caught fire and burned, Total loss.
Use’s oil one quart every 1000 miles or less. 124.000 miles no smoke or leaks. Kia knows about it but no recall.
Use’s oil one quart every 1000 miles or less. 124.000 miles no smoke or leaks. Kia knows about it but no recall.
I was driving and my car started acting like it was stalling out. I pulled over and put it in park and turned off the engine. I tried to restart, didnt restart. Let it sit a minute, and tried to restart again, it did. I drove straight back home about 2 miles away and didn't drive it further. There w...
I was driving and my car started acting like it was stalling out. I pulled over and put it in park and turned off the engine. I tried to restart, didnt restart. Let it sit a minute, and tried to restart again, it did. I drove straight back home about 2 miles away and didn't drive it further. There w...
I was driving and my car started acting like it was stalling out. I pulled over and put it in park and turned off the engine. I tried to restart, didnt restart. Let it sit a minute, and tried to restart again, it did. I drove straight back home about 2 miles away and didn't drive it further. There w...
The oil in my car is disappearing biweekly. I have to fill my car up with oil almost every two week or it will make a horrible grinding noise in the engine. The oil isn’t leaking any where and I don’t think it’s burning because I don’t smell it when the car is running. I took it to my dealer...
The oil in my car is disappearing biweekly. I have to fill my car up with oil almost every two week or it will make a horrible grinding noise in the engine. The oil isn’t leaking any where and I don’t think it’s burning because I don’t smell it when the car is running. I took it to my dealer...
We have a 2014 Kia Sorento SLX Pearl white and the paint first started coming off in the front on the hood and bumper cover which we had repaired for a ridiculous amount of money. The body shop said it would be cheaper to just order a new bumper cover and paint it instead of stripping away all the p...
We have a 2014 Kia Sorento SLX Pearl white and the paint first started coming off in the front on the hood and bumper cover which we had repaired for a ridiculous amount of money. The body shop said it would be cheaper to just order a new bumper cover and paint it instead of stripping away all the p...
The component that malfunctioned was the steering wheel. The steering wheel locked up while driving. The problem has not been reproduced by the dealer or independent service. We have taken in to the dealership 2 times already and they cannot find any error codes from the event. Therefore, t...
1) After a period of approximately a month following an oil change I am losing oil. I constantly am having to replace / add oil. About a quart every 3000 to 3500 miles. I have been unable to detect any leaks nor do I think the head gasket is blown - no smoke in other words. Yes there is a oil lo...
We have 2014 Kia Sorento SLX V6 GDI with 110,000 miles. My daughter was driving and suddenly, the engine started to-make some noise and the Kia broke down and stopped in the middle of a busy highway. She was able to coast to the side of the road and the engined died. The engine starts but th...
Several spots of paint peeling off of the vehicle, all mainly around the windshield area on the top and sides as well as a few spots on the hood
The paint is pealing around the front door pillars, on the hood and on top in the back of the car. The paint has started to bubble on both sides of the car just behind the back doors. In the attached pictures I try to point out several of them but not all. I have seen so many Kia's with the same pe...
SNOW WHITE PEARL PAINT PEELING FROM LEFT AND RIGHT HINGE PILLARS.
The white paint on my car started with a tiny chip within the last year for no reason (there wasn’t a scratch or dent) and has turned into a large area above my windshield that is rusting. Repair and repainting will require removal of the windshield and thousands of dollars.
There is a latent defect in the paint from the manufacturer. It is available for inspection upon request. I first started noticing the paint falling off from the vehicle somewhere between 01/2019 and 04/2019. It has spread across considerable parts of the hood and is also starting to fall off in mu...
Was driving down the road and my car started to make a weird nise then just shut off. Was ot able to get it to run after.
I have taken my truck for repair for shacking/rattling when put truck on drive its more louder all they say they didnt find any issue what else can i do if they don't want to fix my truck.
I have taken my truck for repair for shacking/rattling when put truck on drive its more louder all they say they didnt find any issue what else can i do if they don't want to fix my truck.
2014 Kia Sorento in Snow White Pearl. PAINT FAILURE The paint is rapidly delaminating from the hood and rails, as well and new areas on the back of the vehicle. The bare metal is exposed. It is beginning to rust. This began in 2019 at around 80k miles. I've reported it to 3 different dealerships ...
My son was driving, heard a knocking noise. The engine ceased and he lost steering. Luckily he avoided an accident. A recall is out on 2014 Kia Sorento with 2.4L engines. My car is a 3.3L DOHC 24v. No recall but plenty of complaints. My mechanic told me I need a new engine. i left a message with Bat...
The body is experiencing rapid delamination and paint pealing. The paint color is pearl white. The problem began in May 2019. At first, the roof began to peal and now the a-post is pealing on the driver's side. It leaves the bare metal exposed.
Bought this vehicle on 10/18/2017 it had 93,675 miles on it. As soon as it reached 100K it began to burn oil extremely quickly!!! It needs a new Engine, which KIA should have to replace!!!
Bought this vehicle on 10/18/2017 it had 93,675 miles on it. As soon as it reached 100K it began to burn oil extremely quickly!!! It needs a new Engine, which KIA should have to replace!!!
Bought this vehicle on 10/18/2017 it had 93,675 miles on it. As soon as it reached 100K it began to burn oil extremely quickly!!! It needs a new Engine, which KIA should have to replace!!!
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle and depressing the accelerator pedal, the engine emitted abnormal rattling sounds. The contact noticed smoke coming out of the exhaust. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated upon verifying the engi...
Mileage: 140,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle and depressing the accelerator pedal, the engine emitted abnormal rattling sounds. The contact noticed smoke coming out of the exhaust. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated upon verifying the engi...
Mileage: 140,000
Paint is peeling around front window. Sounds like this is happening a lot.
Paint delamination at multiple locations from manufacturing defect(s) not man made or acts of nature damage
Paint delamination at multiple locations from manufacturing defect(s) not man made or acts of nature damage
The contact's wife owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while his wife was at a complete stop, the vehicle stalled upon the depression of the accelerator pedal with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that an abnormal knocking sound was coming from the veh...
Mileage: 166,000
I have a 2014 white/pearl Kia Sorento and the paint is peeling off. I took it to a shop and was told that it is delamination and that's why the paint is peeling off. It started off looking like a rock chip but it is steadily peeling off.
Purchased 2014 Pearl White KIA Sorento LX 4/2014. 4/2017 - paint bubbled and chipped on left A pillar. Dealer repaired paint under warranty. 12/2018 - paint continued to bubble and chip on hood and roof. Took to dealer but told would not cover under warranty. Complaint not noted on invoice 7/2020 - ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the oil warning light illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated that 3 quarts of oil needed to be added every 500 miles. The vehicle was tak...
Mileage: 51,000
Multiple electrical issues throughout the car that come and go. The door locks will stop operating when using the key FOB and lock/unlock switch on the driver and passenger doors, the only way to unlock them is manually. Window operating switch at all four doors stops working. The control buttons on...
Multiple electrical issues throughout the car that come and go. The door locks will stop operating when using the key FOB and lock/unlock switch on the driver and passenger doors, the only way to unlock them is manually. Window operating switch at all four doors stops working. The control buttons on...
Total engine failed at 105000 miles. Rod Bearing Failure is what was the diagnosis. We were complaining since 38000 miles of the engine not sounding right and each time a technician certified by Kia told us that nothing was wrong. It seized up while after a brief stop on the side of a road. Kid and ...
wasnt notified about recall of hecu til 3 days ago.had Engine replaced due to recall.now my catalytic converters are shot and they want me to pay for them .with all the recalls on parts it was there stuff that caused problems
This vehicle has a GDI motor which causes the oil to burn.
Paint peeling
The pearl white paint is peeling off the vehicle on the hood and all around the windsheild.
The pearl white paint is peeling off the vehicle on the hood and all around the windsheild.
Paint peeling left and right sides of front windshield. Front of car.peeling in spots where rocks have hit and left back passenger side large piece paint peeling Started with a very small spec. Continuing to peel
Paint peeling left and right sides of front windshield. Front of car.peeling in spots where rocks have hit and left back passenger side large piece paint peeling Started with a very small spec. Continuing to peel
The paint has chipped off in spots all over the vehicle.
1.engine top end knock worn components , oil consumption , loss of power , dies at idle , it is available for inspection the issue is being inspected by an independent service center. no warning icons were present at failure or prior to failure, all fluids were at operating levels. unit had to be r...
Paint is chipped and peeling. Snow white pearl.
My wife started to drive the car to lunch and it began to hesitate, jump and lurch. Inspection by a licensed mechanic revealed that the connecting rod in cylinder four came apart and the piston cracked the engine block. This is the same 3.3L V6 engine that Kia has numerous recalls on, affecting over...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The failure nearly caused a collision. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The dealer informed the contact that the engine needed ...
Mileage: 140,000
I had 2 HECU repairs done on the vehicle per the recalls. A year after the ABS, Anti Skid and Low tire warning light indicator came on suddenly and there was a "burning odor" noted. I went to the dealership immediately and they were unable to take a look at it for almost 1 week. I took the vehicle t...
ON MY 2014 KIA SORENTO , THE PAINT HAS PEELED, IS PEELING SO BAD, THAT IT IS EMBARASSING TO EVEN DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THIS STARTED ABOUT 4 YEARS AGO . AT THAT TIME, IT STARTED ON THE HOOD, OVER THE DRIVERS SIDE. TOOK IT TO THE KIA PLACE, AND THEY TRIED TO SAY IT WAS BECAUSE THE VANITY LIGHT MIRROR H...
Paint Delamination. Based on my research, a lot of Kia Sorento White Pearl color owners are experiencing paint delamination in a specific location on both sides of the front glass, we are no exception.
I have a Pearl White 2014 Kia Sorrento that I bought used with approximately 50,000 miles from Rick Case Kia in Sunrise, Florida. It has 117,000 miles on it today and multiple parts of the paint that is peeling on the hood and roof. I noticed the first paint defect when I bought it, which was on th...
Paint is sliding off vehicle Pearle White drivers side, side window frame & top above window. I see many others have made complaints on those issues. Yes this vehicle is 8 years old, but is kept in a garage in the winter, I have never had a problem with other vehicles like this & have them beyond 10...
Vehicle is experiencing paint adhesion failure
Multiple electrical issues throughout the car that come and go. The door locks will stop operating when using the key FOB and lock/unlock switch on the driver and passenger doors, the only way to unlock them is manually. Window operating switch at all four doors stops working. The control buttons on...
Multiple electrical issues throughout the car that come and go. The door locks will stop operating when using the key FOB and lock/unlock switch on the driver and passenger doors, the only way to unlock them is manually. Window operating switch at all four doors stops working. The control buttons on...
Feb 27, 2022 is when it was observed by this writer. Now questioning what was stated when the SUV was purchased as a CPO in regards to paint. The paint on the car is delaminating. I piece came off and got stuck on the diver side window. Concerned that a piece could come off the SUV and get stuck on ...
Paint chipping/flaking off driver side pillar...over 4-5 inches in length
ABS warning light & Traction Control warning light illuminated. Next time vehicle was used, it was found that the ABS hydraulic pump was running continuously and would not turn off even after key was removed from ignition. Pump motor was warm & due to fear of overheating & possibly starting a fire, ...
Paint is rapidly delaminating and is causing visibility issues for my wife when paint chunks fly off the hood and onto the windshield while driving.
The contact owned a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a fuel odor was present inside the cabin. Days later while the vehicle was parked with the engine idling smoke and flames were present coming from the engine compartment. The fire department was called to the s...
Mileage: 124,000
Driving around 55mph motor locked up pulled over to side of road motor would not turn over
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), traction control and TPMS warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer ...
Mileage: 86,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), traction control and TPMS warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer ...
Mileage: 86,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), traction control and TPMS warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer ...
Mileage: 86,000
We purchased the 2014 kia sorento from a private party on May 12, 2022 and had driven it less than an hour on the highway with the cruise control set when a chirping sound came from the engine, followed by a sound like that of a tiny machine gun and then a big BOOM that shook the entire car. The pe...
Kia Sorento SX Limited 2014 All maintenance done on time/early at Kia dealerships throughout history of ownership. Engine light came on with odd sounds. Took in immediately for repair to the Kia dealership. We have been informed that oil is leaking throughout engine system and cooling system which...
No matter what bulbs you put in the headlights they do not shine bright enough or far enough for you to drive safely at night. We have stopped driving the suv at night because the only way to have enough light to see the road is if they are on bright then they bright light oncoming traffic.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed him of an unknown module that needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not ...
Mileage: 138,000
Although no warning light, we heard a slight knock with the engine over the course of a couple days, intermittently. Called the dealer to schedule appointment. Very next day knocking significantly louder and undriveable, so had towed. Engine now needs to be replaced at 135,000 miles. Not coverin...
On 2/15/22, I accelerated to pass another car while driving home from work. As soon as I accelerated, my car stopped running. I coasted to the next turnoff from a busy street (about 1 block) and stopped at the curb in a residential area. The control panel/dashboard was completely dark, then sudde...
On 2/15/22, I accelerated to pass another car while driving home from work. As soon as I accelerated, my car stopped running. I coasted to the next turnoff from a busy street (about 1 block) and stopped at the curb in a residential area. The control panel/dashboard was completely dark, then sudde...
On 2/15/22, I accelerated to pass another car while driving home from work. As soon as I accelerated, my car stopped running. I coasted to the next turnoff from a busy street (about 1 block) and stopped at the curb in a residential area. The control panel/dashboard was completely dark, then sudde...
I was informed to report the incidence of paint chipping on this form, although it is not a safety risk. From the images I upload you can see 2 years ago (4/23/2020)there were a couple of small areas of paint chipping where the windshield meets the roof of the car. These areas to my knowledge had n...
I was informed to report the incidence of paint chipping on this form, although it is not a safety risk. From the images I upload you can see 2 years ago (4/23/2020)there were a couple of small areas of paint chipping where the windshield meets the roof of the car. These areas to my knowledge had n...
The paint on my pearl white Sorento began delaminating or peeling off in sheets on the A bars on both sides of my windshield October 2020. Lots of rust beginning as a result. Auto body shop had never seen anything like it. I did not attempt repair bc of expense and uncertainty that a spot repair wou...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while his wife was driving and had come to a complete stop, the vehicle stalled upon depression of the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. His wife was able to restart the vehicle and pull off to the side of the road...
Mileage: 105,000
While driving on the road , sliding sunroof glass just cracked and shattered with loud sound. There was no prior damage to the sunroof nor any debris from the road that hit the car or the sunroof at the time of incident. My daughter was driving the car and was lucky that no she did not get any inj...
I received notice mid August 2021 about recall and warranty repairs that needed to be made to my car. Brought it to the dealer on 8/30/21. On 8/31/21 I was given the car back and told, yes, it needed the repairs but I needed to wait for parts and they'd be in touch. I have heard nothing from KIA, de...
I received notice mid August 2021 about recall and warranty repairs that needed to be made to my car. Brought it to the dealer on 8/30/21. On 8/31/21 I was given the car back and told, yes, it needed the repairs but I needed to wait for parts and they'd be in touch. I have heard nothing from KIA, de...
I received notice mid August 2021 about recall and warranty repairs that needed to be made to my car. Brought it to the dealer on 8/30/21. On 8/31/21 I was given the car back and told, yes, it needed the repairs but I needed to wait for parts and they'd be in touch. I have heard nothing from KIA, de...
I purchased a 2014 Kia Sorento on March 15, 2022. On April 1, 2022, after 2 weeks of normal driving, I was driving the car to the Kia dealership for them to inspect the smell of gasoline fumes, and suddenly, the oil light and engine light turned on, so I pulled over. I saw smoke coming out of the en...
104K miles and motor seized up. Engine oil is fine, all fluids and proper maintenance done. Motor begins ticking as soon as the car is put in drive. Per mechanic the motor is getting ready to blow. I expected more from this vehicle as it has been very properly maintained. No fluids leaked, just lo...
104K miles and motor seized up. Engine oil is fine, all fluids and proper maintenance done. Motor begins ticking as soon as the car is put in drive. Per mechanic the motor is getting ready to blow. I expected more from this vehicle as it has been very properly maintained. No fluids leaked, just lo...
uncontrolled acceleration
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the engine bearing needing to be replac...
Mileage: 125,000
My 2014 Kia Sorento needs immediate attention to the following issues. The issues are associated with “open campaigns”. Yet, my specific Kia Sorento isn’t included. I have a bearing wear issue which has made the vehicle unsafe to operate. The car frequently overheats and has a major coolant le...
My 2014 Kia Sorento needs immediate attention to the following issues. The issues are associated with “open campaigns”. Yet, my specific Kia Sorento isn’t included. I have a bearing wear issue which has made the vehicle unsafe to operate. The car frequently overheats and has a major coolant le...
2014 pearl white Kia sorrento is peeling paint everywhere. It shouldn’t be doing that and it’s an inferior paint that seems to be a major problem.
Engine issues like all the others reported but they state no issues per my vin which the issue so am having is the same as all those other engine issues of same make and years
Pearl white paint is peeling on the hood, roof just above windshield and side molding next to the windshield. Small chips quickly turn into large areas from rain. All areas were small when I purchased the vehicle in Summer of 2021.
Paint is peeling off of door.
03/23/2022 11:06:18 3/23 Yes, I still have concerns and I have told Kia numerous times to email or text me but instead they conveniently call while I'm at work 7am-4pm so I can't answer the phone. Due to the continuous oil burning issue that Kia refuses to fix or address eventhough I have agreed to ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while stopping at a red light the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was no oil in the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be r...
Mileage: 110,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V519000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, while driving 25 MPH and attempting to make a U-turn, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminat...
Mileage: 93,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V519000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, while driving 25 MPH and attempting to make a U-turn, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminat...
Mileage: 93,000
Headlights automatically turn off while driving.
Headlights automatically turn off while driving.
The white paint on this vehicle is delaminating and peeling off in several spots, mostly on the hood door frames and the roof.
After about 59,000 miles I noticed that the paint on my vehicle began to bubble and chip then rapidly began peeling off. Over the years this has gotten progressively worse and has now moved to different parts of the vehicle. I have included images of the vehicle and all of the locations it is peel...
After about 59,000 miles I noticed that the paint on my vehicle began to bubble and chip then rapidly began peeling off. Over the years this has gotten progressively worse and has now moved to different parts of the vehicle. I have included images of the vehicle and all of the locations it is peel...
CHECK THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT If this occurs, Kia’s system is designed to illuminate the airbag warning light on the instrument panel to alert you of a potential problem with your airbag system so that you can have the system inspected and repaired as soon as possible. The passenger’s fro...
I have to replace the low beam and high beam bulbs several times a year. The low beams are SO dim, I can’t even tell if they are on- forcing me to drive with my bright lights on all the time. The bulbs blow all the time- I have driven without low beams and not none they were blown. The lights are ...
I have to replace the low beam and high beam bulbs several times a year. The low beams are SO dim, I can’t even tell if they are on- forcing me to drive with my bright lights on all the time. The bulbs blow all the time- I have driven without low beams and not none they were blown. The lights are ...
Side impact collision on driver side rear quarter panel; vehicle consumed by fire; all three passengers received burns; serious burns to passenger in rear seat on driver side, and driver .
2014 sorento- exterior lights very dim. Dangerous and hard to see they go out weirdly often and randomly. replaced lights and driver side turn signals now not working or the led strip lash out as well. Pearl white paint is chipping/peeling on hood and pillars. Emailed kia support have not heard a...
Paint is falling off in chunks for no reason. This poses a risk to other drivers who may be negatively impacted by chunks flying off of the vehicle.
The paint started peeling off of my car. My car is almost always parked in my garage, especially since I began working from home in March 2020. It is rarely exposed to the elements. Nothing hit or bumped my car. All of a sudden, a huge patch of paint is missing.
1. My headlights tends to keep going out, I’ve replaced them 3 times since getting the vehicle. The most recent change was a month ago. Also my car keeps making this weird humming/ purring sound which started 3months ago and is very unsettling. I had to get a new engine last February after my car ...
1. My headlights tends to keep going out, I’ve replaced them 3 times since getting the vehicle. The most recent change was a month ago. Also my car keeps making this weird humming/ purring sound which started 3months ago and is very unsettling. I had to get a new engine last February after my car ...
1. My headlights tends to keep going out, I’ve replaced them 3 times since getting the vehicle. The most recent change was a month ago. Also my car keeps making this weird humming/ purring sound which started 3months ago and is very unsettling. I had to get a new engine last February after my car ...
My paint has been peeling off my car the year after I got it an iwas told to contact Kia by one of my coworkers when I worked for Kia and was told because I own my car I have to pay for it out of pocket and that is not right. It is a defective paint job done on all pearl white kia's. All the paint p...
While pulling into my driveway, my car completely died. Shut off and steering wheel stiffened. Was able to restart it and it presented a check engine light and a knocking noise. Took it to Kia dealership and was told the engine needed to be replaced. I was quoted $15,000 for a new engine/9,000 for u...
Paint delamination occurring on body of vehicle.
The problem with my car is the peeling of the paint, it started happening in the front hood then it’s on my over my windshield by the roof and on the driver side also peeling never seen this on any car that I’ve ever owned I’ve also seen a lot of Kia‘s on the road with the same problem are y...
The headlights keep blowing. This is not safe nor normal.
For several months I have been adding 1 quart of oil to my 2014 sorento bi-weekly there is no evidence of an external leak, residue or smoke coming out exhaust. When I don’t add the oil the car stalls, shutters and makes sound during acceleration. I have taken in to dealership but they could not s...
Snow White Pearl is peeling after 7 years with only 33200 mileage after a -25 night 12-31-2021 the picture tells it all
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated without warning. The contact added coolant. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicl...
Mileage: 115,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving in the city at an unknown speed, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove home. The contact then drove the vehicle to a dealer where she was informed that the engine block had cracked ...
Mileage: 144,688
The paint began peeling approximately 2 years ago and Kia refused to cover the repair fee.
Paint is peeling on hood, roof and both sides of windshield supports.
Head lamps stopped working on low beams when driving at night, high beams still work, no warnings were indicated and lights still will not work.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that after turning on the vehicle the air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with a clockspring failure. The vehicle was repaired however, after several months the fai...
Mileage: 53,000
Pearl White paint delaminating on A-pillar of vehicle.
Pearl White paint delaminating on A-pillar of vehicle.
THE PAINT IS COMING OFF OF THE VEHICLE. THE PAINT PEELS OFF IS NOT BONDING TO THE METAL AT ALL.. COMES OFF IN SHEETS . RESULTING IN BARE METAL THAT CAN RUST AND CAUSE VEHICLE TO DETERIOATE. VEHICLE IS PEARL WHITE IN COLOR AND THIS SEEMS TO BE AN ON GOING ISSUE WITH THIS COLOR AND THIS MANUFACTUER O...
THE PAINT IS COMING OFF OF THE VEHICLE. THE PAINT PEELS OFF IS NOT BONDING TO THE METAL AT ALL.. COMES OFF IN SHEETS . RESULTING IN BARE METAL THAT CAN RUST AND CAUSE VEHICLE TO DETERIOATE. VEHICLE IS PEARL WHITE IN COLOR AND THIS SEEMS TO BE AN ON GOING ISSUE WITH THIS COLOR AND THIS MANUFACTUER O...
I was driving on the high way and took an exit. I started to smell something from my car so I turned it off at a stop light. I looked briefly at the dash but no lights where on. Then I saw smoke coming from the hood of my car. So I put my emergency flashers on and got out within seconds of getting o...
I was driving on the high way and took an exit. I started to smell something from my car so I turned it off at a stop light. I looked briefly at the dash but no lights where on. Then I saw smoke coming from the hood of my car. So I put my emergency flashers on and got out within seconds of getting o...
I was driving on the high way and took an exit. I started to smell something from my car so I turned it off at a stop light. I looked briefly at the dash but no lights where on. Then I saw smoke coming from the hood of my car. So I put my emergency flashers on and got out within seconds of getting o...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 40 - 50 MPH, the vehicle decelerated inadvertently and was shaking. The vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle would not restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and diagnosed with an engine failure. The vehicle was no...
Mileage: 143,000
I have a pearl white 2014 kia sorento with 46000 miles on it and the paint is peeling off my car
The lighting (headlights) on low beam are very poor. We live in a rural area and the lighting supplied by the headlights is very poor, making it hard to see items in the road and curves. Turning a corner and staying on the road can be problematic. The lighting forces driver to drive with high beams ...
the low beam headlights are so dim it is a safety concern. new bulbs do not help!
The white pearl paint is rapidly chipping off from the roof above the drivers seat. This is a very common and know issue on all Kia Sorento's beginning in 2011 into the latest models with White Pearl paint. There are multiple forum postings and Facebook groups discussing this issue. Separately, al...
Snow pearl white paint is peeling rapidly all around vehicle.
When starting up the vehicle it has a cold start & the cold start can last longer then the vehicle warming up. You can hear the engine components inside while it’s warming up. After staring it up it seems like there is no oil in the vehicle, which it eats oil up which is uncommon
At first, I thought it was due to normal wear on the vehicle. And would need a touch of paint job. I started seeing other vehicle with the same areas of paint issues on the road as mines. 2014 Kia Sorento LX - Pearl White paint peeling around windshield and off hood. Bubbles started forming form und...
I own a 2014 Kia Sorento LX and a short time ago, on a drive from NC to FL, the headlights started to fail. One day it was the low beam on the driver side and then it was the high beam on the passenger side. It varied and was random. I would have the bulbs replaced or replace them myself. After time...
Paint is just falling off the vehicle
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, a knocking noise was present coming from the engine and the engine experienced excessive oil consumption. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure and an oil consumption test was performed...
Mileage: 45,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, there was an abnormal fuel odor detected coming from the vents. The contact pulled over and inspected under the hood of the vehicle and saw that there was a leak coming from the high-pressure fuel pump. The vehicle...
Mileage: 60,800
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, there was an abnormal fuel odor detected coming from the vents. The contact pulled over and inspected under the hood of the vehicle and saw that there was a leak coming from the high-pressure fuel pump. The vehicle...
Mileage: 60,800
Engine seized on the PA turnpike leaving my daughter stranded. Dealer repair costs 19k to replace an engine. Apparently there is a defect that causes a bearing to fail causing major engine damage. There apparently was a class action lawsuit that was settled for the r act problem that I have but j...
Car ran out of oil within 4,000 of oil change upon purchasing car. No indicator light came on ever for low or no oil. It cut off at 70 mph on highway. I got on shoulder, turned key off then restarted. Upon doing so every time the car gets to rpm level for gear shift it starts knocking. So if the car...
Car ran out of oil within 4,000 of oil change upon purchasing car. No indicator light came on ever for low or no oil. It cut off at 70 mph on highway. I got on shoulder, turned key off then restarted. Upon doing so every time the car gets to rpm level for gear shift it starts knocking. So if the car...
Paint continues to peel on the hood and a pillars of the vehicle. Issue seems to be common enough that something needs to be done. My vehicle will not pass for a safety inspection once its starts to rust/rot due to the loss of paint. The uploaded quote and pictures is for the a pillar peeling, I put...
White pain is chipping off passenger and driver side.
Paint (Snow White Pearl) Delamination on right side A-pillar and center of hood near the grill. A-pillar peeling happened in January 2021. Hood peeling happened in July 2021 during a windy monsoon rainstorm. Both paint issues were fixed at owner's cost.
Pearl white paint is peeling from vehicle from above windshield and along frame.
Pearl white paint is peeling from vehicle from above windshield and along frame.
Pearl white paint is peeling from vehicle from above windshield and along frame.
Pearl White Paint peeling and delamination from multiple areas of vehicle. Began in 2017 with right windshield pillar now both pillars, hood, fenders, doors, hatch all have paint peeling.
We purchased 2014 Kia Sorento, within the first year it began experiencing “Rapid delamination and paint peeling” on the hood, roof and bumper of our Pearl white Kia Sorento. I have talked with the dealership at every visit and have made many complaints to management. We were advised to contact...
Chunks of my paint have begun rapidly peeling off of my vehicle. This can lead to structural integrity problems as moisture can penetrate and lead to rust and other damage. There hasn’t been any incidents to the vehicle to cause this.
My pearl white paint is chipping off of my 2014 Kia Sorento.
While driving car at normal speeds under normal conditions, ball bearing and connecting rod blew through engine creating a large hole in bottom of engine block, thus,causing entire engine to be blown. There is only 139k miles on vehicle. There is a safety recall for this very reaon on CERTAIN 2014 ...
Engine locked up while driving on expressway. Car would not accelerate and became very difficult to control. One of the recalls stated that "bearings could slip and cause engine to seize up." Driver was able to safely get the car back, but car is disabled. Airport Kia, in Naples, FL where the car wa...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated she received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V519000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the dealer inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the vehicle did not need a recall repair. The contact received a second ...
Mileage: 73,918
While driving alone at night a on dark two lane highway, both low beam headlights went out at the same time leaving me in the frightful and dangerous situation of not being able to see where I was headed. I was however able to safely stop on the side of the road and do some troubleshooting. All the...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the traction control, ABS and the tire pressure warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the power steering inadvertently deactivated and the steering wheel would become d...
Mileage: 120,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the traction control, ABS and the tire pressure warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the power steering inadvertently deactivated and the steering wheel would become d...
Mileage: 120,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the traction control, ABS and the tire pressure warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the power steering inadvertently deactivated and the steering wheel would become d...
Mileage: 120,000
Approximately 8 months ago noticed while driving that the headlights didn’t appear to be on while driving with normal low beam lights. High beams worked fine. Replaced both low beam light bulbs with Sylvania standard Kia recommended replacement. 1-2 months later after driving at night, lights sti...
Approximately 8 months ago noticed while driving that the headlights didn’t appear to be on while driving with normal low beam lights. High beams worked fine. Replaced both low beam light bulbs with Sylvania standard Kia recommended replacement. 1-2 months later after driving at night, lights sti...
Recall notices have been sent to us regarding possible airbag deployment, electrical issues, and now HECU controls and the ABS system. Each time we get a notice, we contact the Kia dealerships in our area for repairs. Every time we have tried to bring in our vehicle for safety recall repairs, the ...
Recall notices have been sent to us regarding possible airbag deployment, electrical issues, and now HECU controls and the ABS system. Each time we get a notice, we contact the Kia dealerships in our area for repairs. Every time we have tried to bring in our vehicle for safety recall repairs, the ...
Recall notices have been sent to us regarding possible airbag deployment, electrical issues, and now HECU controls and the ABS system. Each time we get a notice, we contact the Kia dealerships in our area for repairs. Every time we have tried to bring in our vehicle for safety recall repairs, the ...
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking, and a loud knocking sound was coming from the engine. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and the vehicle loss motive power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer an...
Mileage: 123,000
Pealing paint on roof at windshield and along passenger pillar. Reported same to Kia dealership at which they confirmed the paint pealing is an issue, but they would not repair due to vehicle being outside paint warranty period. There is currently no safety concern, however if the roof at the wind...
2014 KIA SORENTO EX was manufactured w/ poor to very low headlights. The required bulb for the standard headlights is the H7 bulb on this vehicle... It is NOT ACCEPTABLE and the driver cannot see with any distance at all and turning is a complete hazard and accident waiting to happen as the lightn...
During the spring of 2019 the paint above my passenger side window began chipping and peeling. As of 07/23/21 there are now addition spots above the windshield, frame of windshield, and hood that have began to chip and peel. The first area is now rusting and I am unable to get a carwash without havi...
Kia refused to issue a recall for a known problem & refuses to fix vehicle & reimburse for unnecessary repair costs--have contacted their consumer center many times but they will not address problem--below is initial complaint I made on 06-09-2021, the first of many & all ignored to date: 06/09/202...
Kia refused to issue a recall for a known problem & refuses to fix vehicle & reimburse for unnecessary repair costs--have contacted their consumer center many times but they will not address problem--below is initial complaint I made on 06-09-2021, the first of many & all ignored to date: 06/09/202...
The headlights are so dim that it is extremely dangerous to drive at night. I went and bought the $50 bulbs and it still looked like I didn’t turn my lights on. It looks like I drive with candlelight. Also the bulbs burn out about 3-4 months.
Low beam head lights stop working . Bulb needs replacement every few months.
The pearl white paint is peeling severely off the body. It is falling off in huge pieces.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle needed a jumpstart for the vehicle to start-up on several occasions. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. ...
Mileage: 80,000
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated the while driving at unknown speeds the brake pedal was applied but, it depressed to the floorboard happened several times and crashed into an oak tree on his property. The contact engaged the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. Additionally,...
Mileage: 94,463
A few months ago I noticed a chip in the white pearl paint of my 2014 KIA Sorrento. Since then, the paint has continued to chip and there is now a big spot on my drivers side panel by the windshield that does not have paint. In addition, I have noticed chips on my hood that will probably do the sa...
Upon driving home from a family road trip, I was flagged down on the highway by a fellow driver saying my car was on fire from under the passenger backseat. There were no warning lights or alarms from the inside of the car, or on the dash. I pulled over and the fire engulfed the engine and soon the ...
Upon driving home from a family road trip, I was flagged down on the highway by a fellow driver saying my car was on fire from under the passenger backseat. There were no warning lights or alarms from the inside of the car, or on the dash. I pulled over and the fire engulfed the engine and soon the ...
Color: Pearl white Paint is peeling
Pearl White paint peeling rapidly. Started in a few minor spots (roof) within last two years, now is rapidly peeling around windshield and hood. Although it is garage kept, now rusting in original spots. The quality of paint is horrible.
The paint is chipping all over the vehicle. There has been no damage to the vehicle to warrant the paint peeling
The contact's fiancé owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated the vehicle engine had been misfiring and the brake fluid had been leaking onto the fuse block. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where they had replaced the spark plugs however, the failure continued. The vehicle was taken back to...
Mileage: 126,000
The contact's fiancé owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated the vehicle engine had been misfiring and the brake fluid had been leaking onto the fuse block. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where they had replaced the spark plugs however, the failure continued. The vehicle was taken back to...
Mileage: 126,000
The contact's fiancé owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated the vehicle engine had been misfiring and the brake fluid had been leaking onto the fuse block. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where they had replaced the spark plugs however, the failure continued. The vehicle was taken back to...
Mileage: 126,000
Big paint chip
My vehicle has a rapid delamination and paint peeling that started. There was not crash and it started over 2020. I have attached an image.
Kia Sorento 2014 is peeling ridiculously! The car is been well kept and maintenance up to date, almost all services at Kia dealership.
After recall repairs their were no warning lights showing and diagnostics always came back clear. Car overheated in RED Hot with no engine alarms or anything. Mechanic stated it’s blown head gaskets
After recall repairs their were no warning lights showing and diagnostics always came back clear. Car overheated in RED Hot with no engine alarms or anything. Mechanic stated it’s blown head gaskets
After recall repairs their were no warning lights showing and diagnostics always came back clear. Car overheated in RED Hot with no engine alarms or anything. Mechanic stated it’s blown head gaskets
Approx. 38000 miles on vehicle. Approx. 25 miles ago the ABS and the “anti skid” lights came up on the dashboard. Approx. 15 miles ago the TPMS light came on, flashed then steady. (Checked tires at a repair shop, no low tire pressure). I checked my owners manual, not an “urgent” or “immedi...
2014 Kia Sorento. Consumer writes seeking reimbursement for vehicles repairs made related to an open recall. *LD
2014 Kia Sorento Paint is peeling off the front of my SUV!!!!!! Consumer stated following issues with vehicle oil leak, e call (emergency calll system), sun roof problem, communication module may be damaged inaccurate vehicle location.*JB
My brake lights won’t go off unless I press the brakes and emergency blinking lights. My vehicle is stalling when I’m driving. It will just start decreasing speed like it’s trying to stop and I can only be doing 40mph. I can’t put in in gear from park if the car is still running. I have to c...
The "snow white pearl" paint has a defect. It peels and chips on its own.
THE CAR STARTED TO SMOKE AND STOPPED RUNNING. THE ENGINE HAS A WHOLE IN IT. THE 2014 4 CYCLINDERS HAVE A RECALL. MINE IS A V6. SURPRISINGLY, A SIMILAR SITUATION JUST OCCURRED WITH MY CO-WORKER'S 2014 V6 SORENTO AS WELL.
Mileage: 106,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PRICE KIA (1390 RICHMOND RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22911) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH THE ROD BEARINGS NEEDING TO BE R...
Mileage: 146,000
ONE DAY I HEARD A CLICKING WHILE DRIVING 65 ON THE HIGHWAY. WHEN I PULLED INTO TOWN AND SLOWED DOWN IT STOPPED. I HAD TO STOP AT A STOP SIGN AND WHEN I STARTED TO GO I HEARD THE CLICKING AGAIN. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AGAIN GOING 65, MY ENGINE REDUCED POWER AND MY CHECK ENGINE LI...
Mileage: 1
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SHIFTED TO PARK AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER NOR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER...
Mileage: 72,000
TL* THE CONTACT'S WIFE OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ENTERPRISE KIA (1509 E. PARK AVE, ENTERPRISE, AL 36330, (334)417-4444) TO BE...
Mileage: 134,000
2.4L ENGINE STARTED USING OIL AT 100,000MILES AND REPLACED PCV VALVE AND NO CHANGE. ENGINE NOW AT 120,000 MILES USES MORE OIL. THIS OCCURRED UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. IT NOW USES 3 QUARTS BETWEEN OIL CHANGES.
Mileage: 120,000
MY KIA PEARL WHITE PAINT HAS BEEN BUBBLING AND COMING OFF FOR OVER A YEAR AND A HALF. I ONLY HAVE 40K MILES ON MY CAR AND I AM DEVASTATED. I DO NOT DRIVE MUCH SO THIS HAS HAPPENED SITTING IN MY GARAGE. I HAVE GOTTEN QUOTES AND HAVE BEEN TOLD THE ENTIRE THING NEEDS TO BE REPAINTED WHICH WILL COST ...
I'VE ONLY HAD MY 2014 KIA SORENTO FOR A YEAR, FROM 2020-2021. I'VE NOTICED THESE PROBLEMS IN THE BEGINNING AND ASSUMED THEY WOULD WORK ITSELF OUT BECAUSE THE DEALER MENTIONED THAT THE CONDITIONS WERE MINOR BUT THEY ONLY PROGRESSED. I'M PUTTING OIL IN THIS VEHICLE EVERY THREE TO FOUR DAYS BECAUSE TH...
Mileage: 149,000
I'VE ONLY HAD MY 2014 KIA SORENTO FOR A YEAR, FROM 2020-2021. I'VE NOTICED THESE PROBLEMS IN THE BEGINNING AND ASSUMED THEY WOULD WORK ITSELF OUT BECAUSE THE DEALER MENTIONED THAT THE CONDITIONS WERE MINOR BUT THEY ONLY PROGRESSED. I'M PUTTING OIL IN THIS VEHICLE EVERY THREE TO FOUR DAYS BECAUSE TH...
Mileage: 149,000
I'VE ONLY HAD MY 2014 KIA SORENTO FOR A YEAR, FROM 2020-2021. I'VE NOTICED THESE PROBLEMS IN THE BEGINNING AND ASSUMED THEY WOULD WORK ITSELF OUT BECAUSE THE DEALER MENTIONED THAT THE CONDITIONS WERE MINOR BUT THEY ONLY PROGRESSED. I'M PUTTING OIL IN THIS VEHICLE EVERY THREE TO FOUR DAYS BECAUSE TH...
Mileage: 149,000
OUT OF NO WHERE PAINT STARTED CHIPPING THEN PEELING OFF ON DRIVER SIDE UPPER PANEL ABOVE WINDOW . THEN IT STARTED TO PEEL OFF ON FRONT END DRIVER SIDE. THE CAR HAS RUST SPOTS AND CHIPS. LOOKS LIKE THE ROOF WILL BE NEXT. THE PAINT IN CONTINUING TO PEEL. IT'S EXTREMELY THIN PAINT AND SEEMS VERY DRY. ...
Mileage: 52,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HEADLIGHTS APPEARED DIM, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO DRIVE WITH THE HI-BEAMS ACTIVATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHT BULBS WOULD BURN OUT EVERY 4-6 MONTHS. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILL...
Mileage: 103,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD SOUND AND SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KIA CHULA VISTA (540 AUTO PARK DR, CHULA VISTA, CA 91911) ...
Mileage: 70,000
WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET AND MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN MY STEERING WENT OUT IN THE CAR. I COULD NOT TURN THE VEHICLE AT ALL AND COULD ONLY PROCEED STRAIGHT. I CAME REALLY CLOSE TO A HEAD ON COLLISION. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD AND STOP THE CAR AND WAIT FOR HELP. THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO...
Mileage: 127,000
THE PAINT IS PEALING OFF OF THE BODY OF THE CAR IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS, MOST NOTABLY ON EITHER SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD. THIS IS CAUSING THE THE BODY TO RUST IN THOSE LOCATIONS WHICH COMPROMISES THE INTEGRITY OF THE VEHICLE.
Mileage: 75,000
VEHICLE HAS LARGE CHUNKS OF PAINT THAT FALL OFF AND MAY CAUSE A DRIVING HAZARD FOR OTHERS. THERE ARE MANY REPORTS OF PAINT FALLING OFF PEARL WHITE SORENTO VEHICLES. WHILE THIS IS MAINLY A COSMETIC ISSUE, DEBRIS CAN BE AN ISSUE AS PEOPLE HAVE EXPERIENCED LARGE PAINT CHUNKS BECOMING AIRBORNE FROM THE ...
Mileage: 85,000
PAINT ON OUR 2014 WHITE SORENTO PEELED OFF BOTH A PILLARS AND THE ROOF AND WE HAD TO GET THE TOP HALF OF THE CAR REPAINTED. PAINT PEELED ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE BARE METAL PICTURE I PROVIDED ONLY GOT WORSE FROM THERE AND PEELED ALL THE WAY UP.
Mileage: 90,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD DRAG AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHILE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS BEING DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHE...
Mileage: 117,000
AROUND FEBRUARY 5TH THE PAINT ON MY PEARLE WHITE 2014 KIA SORENTO STARTED PEELING. AS TIME WENT ON THE PAINT CONTINUED TO FLAKE OFF OF MY CAR ON BOTH PILLARS AND THE HOOD OF MY VEHICLE ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE BASE OF THE CAR. AS I RESEARCHED THIS DEFECT I CAME ACROSS MANY OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH THE SA...
Mileage: 139,000
I WAS DRIVING GOING ABOUT 45 TO 48 MPH ON A MAIN ROAD WITH TRAFFICE FLOWING FASTER THAN ME AND MY CAR JUST SHUT OFF. THE DASH BOARD LIGHTS ALL LID UP. IT WAS A SCARY MOMENT FOR ME AS WHEN I NOTICED AND TRIED TO BREAK A LITTLE THE BRAKES WERE LOCKED AND I COULDN'T BREAK. I HAD TO LET THE CAR ROLL UNT...
Mileage: 75,000
I WAS DRIVING GOING ABOUT 45 TO 48 MPH ON A MAIN ROAD WITH TRAFFICE FLOWING FASTER THAN ME AND MY CAR JUST SHUT OFF. THE DASH BOARD LIGHTS ALL LID UP. IT WAS A SCARY MOMENT FOR ME AS WHEN I NOTICED AND TRIED TO BREAK A LITTLE THE BRAKES WERE LOCKED AND I COULDN'T BREAK. I HAD TO LET THE CAR ROLL UNT...
Mileage: 75,000
MY SORENTO HAS STARTED BURNING OIL. IT MAKES A TERRIBLE NOISE WHEN RUNNING. SOMETIMES THE LIGHTS FOR MY BACKUP CAMERA DOESN'T WORK NOR MY RADIO. SOMETIMES THE RADIO IF ON, STATION CAN'T BE CHANGED. IT IS LIKE IT IS IN A FROZEN MODE.
Mileage: 110,000
MY SORENTO HAS STARTED BURNING OIL. IT MAKES A TERRIBLE NOISE WHEN RUNNING. SOMETIMES THE LIGHTS FOR MY BACKUP CAMERA DOESN'T WORK NOR MY RADIO. SOMETIMES THE RADIO IF ON, STATION CAN'T BE CHANGED. IT IS LIKE IT IS IN A FROZEN MODE.
Mileage: 110,000
MY SORENTO HAS STARTED BURNING OIL. IT MAKES A TERRIBLE NOISE WHEN RUNNING. SOMETIMES THE LIGHTS FOR MY BACKUP CAMERA DOESN'T WORK NOR MY RADIO. SOMETIMES THE RADIO IF ON, STATION CAN'T BE CHANGED. IT IS LIKE IT IS IN A FROZEN MODE.
Mileage: 110,000
PAINT BUBBLED UP TWICE AFTER RAINY DAYS THEN WOULD GO DOWN AND LOOK NORMAL LIKE IF NOTHING HAD HAPPENED AFTER THE RAIN. A FEW WEEKS LATER THE FRONT MIDDLE SECTION ON MY HOOD STARTED PEELING, DIDN'T THINK MUCH OF IT SINCE IT WASN'T TOO BIG. A COUPLE WEEKS LATER THE SIDE OF MY WINDSHIELD STARTED PEEL...
Mileage: 62,053
MY KIA SORENTO WAS PURCHASED FROM KIA IN 2018 - 1ST - I HAD TO TAKE THE CAR BACK TO CHECK THE REAR BREAKS DUE TO A SHAKING OF THE CAR THAT HAPPENS WHEN GOING OVER 50MPH. THE DRIVER SIDE HEAD LIGHT GOES OUT EVERY COUPLE MONTHS. RECENTLY THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ONE, AFTER THE BATTERY WAS SWAPPED (THE C...
Mileage: 80,000
MY KIA SORENTO WAS PURCHASED FROM KIA IN 2018 - 1ST - I HAD TO TAKE THE CAR BACK TO CHECK THE REAR BREAKS DUE TO A SHAKING OF THE CAR THAT HAPPENS WHEN GOING OVER 50MPH. THE DRIVER SIDE HEAD LIGHT GOES OUT EVERY COUPLE MONTHS. RECENTLY THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ONE, AFTER THE BATTERY WAS SWAPPED (THE C...
Mileage: 80,000
MY KIA SORENTO WAS PURCHASED FROM KIA IN 2018 - 1ST - I HAD TO TAKE THE CAR BACK TO CHECK THE REAR BREAKS DUE TO A SHAKING OF THE CAR THAT HAPPENS WHEN GOING OVER 50MPH. THE DRIVER SIDE HEAD LIGHT GOES OUT EVERY COUPLE MONTHS. RECENTLY THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ONE, AFTER THE BATTERY WAS SWAPPED (THE C...
Mileage: 80,000
ENGINE IS FAILING AND BURNING EXCESSIVE OIL, NEED OIL CHANGE EVERY 1K MILES. CURRENTLY COMPLYING WITH OIL CONSUMPTION TESTING, HOWEVER SENSORS ARE GOING ON AND I BELIEVE ITS DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT EMITTING FROM THE ENGINE. SERVICE ADVISOR SUBMITTED A GOODWILL CLAIM FOR THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, TIRE...
Mileage: 104,000
ENGINE IS FAILING AND BURNING EXCESSIVE OIL, NEED OIL CHANGE EVERY 1K MILES. CURRENTLY COMPLYING WITH OIL CONSUMPTION TESTING, HOWEVER SENSORS ARE GOING ON AND I BELIEVE ITS DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT EMITTING FROM THE ENGINE. SERVICE ADVISOR SUBMITTED A GOODWILL CLAIM FOR THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, TIRE...
Mileage: 104,000
ENGINE IS FAILING AND BURNING EXCESSIVE OIL, NEED OIL CHANGE EVERY 1K MILES. CURRENTLY COMPLYING WITH OIL CONSUMPTION TESTING, HOWEVER SENSORS ARE GOING ON AND I BELIEVE ITS DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT EMITTING FROM THE ENGINE. SERVICE ADVISOR SUBMITTED A GOODWILL CLAIM FOR THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, TIRE...
Mileage: 104,000
PEARL WHITE PAINT IS FLAKING OFF AND HAS DELAMINATED ON THE FRONT, SIDE AND TOP. RUST IS FORMING ON THE FRONT ROOF WHERE THE PAINT HAS FLAKED OFF. THIS ISSUE WITH THE PAINT FLAKING OFF IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM AND HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER 2 YEARS FROM TODAY.
2014 KIA SORENTO. PURCHASED IN AUG 2020 AT 86,000 MILES. I NOTICED A SMALL CHIP ABOVE WINDSHIELD. SALESMAN SAID IT WAS A ROCK. IN JAN 2021 WENT TO WASH VEHICLE WITH A SPRAYER AND LARGE CHUNK OF PAINT CAME OFF HOOD OF VEHICLE.. SMALLER CHIPS APPEARING ABOVE WINDSHIELD NOW ALSO.. BELIEVE THIS PAINT I...
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS QUIT RESPONDING TO THE REMOTE UNLOCK BUTTON AND ALSO THE INTERIOR SWITCHES. THE ONLY DOOR THAT WORKS WITH THE REMOTE OR ON THE INTERIOR SWITCHES IS THE DRIVER'S DOOR, ALL OTHERS MUST BE OPENED BY CLIMBING INTO THE CAR AND MANUALLY UNLOCKING. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP ...
ENGINE LOCKED 12/24/19. ENGINE AND PARTS HAS SINCE BEEN DISCONTINUED WHICH HAS MADE IT IMPOSSIBLE TO FIX. MY SORENTO IS STILL IN THE SHOP TIL THIS DAY. THERE'S CURRENTLY A RECALL ON SMALLER KIA SORENTO ENGINES, HOWEVER, NOT MINE YET.
Mileage: 112,634
ABS, TRACTION, AND TIRE WARNING LIGHTS ALL COME ON AT SAME TIME, THE TIRE WARNING LIGHT BLINKS FOR A MINUTE OR SO. I CHECKED FOR LOW PRESSURE IN TIRES AND IT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM VEHICLE SEEMS TO FUNCTION FINE NO TRACTION ISSUES NO ABS ISSUES THAT I CAN SEE OR FEEL IN DRIVING, SAW THE RECALL FOR THE ...
Mileage: 66,380
ABS, TRACTION, AND TIRE WARNING LIGHTS ALL COME ON AT SAME TIME, THE TIRE WARNING LIGHT BLINKS FOR A MINUTE OR SO. I CHECKED FOR LOW PRESSURE IN TIRES AND IT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM VEHICLE SEEMS TO FUNCTION FINE NO TRACTION ISSUES NO ABS ISSUES THAT I CAN SEE OR FEEL IN DRIVING, SAW THE RECALL FOR THE ...
Mileage: 66,380
ABS, TRACTION, AND TIRE WARNING LIGHTS ALL COME ON AT SAME TIME, THE TIRE WARNING LIGHT BLINKS FOR A MINUTE OR SO. I CHECKED FOR LOW PRESSURE IN TIRES AND IT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM VEHICLE SEEMS TO FUNCTION FINE NO TRACTION ISSUES NO ABS ISSUES THAT I CAN SEE OR FEEL IN DRIVING, SAW THE RECALL FOR THE ...
Mileage: 66,380
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE RPM DECREASED TO 0. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND DROVE TO HER DESTINATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER VANDEVERE KIA (328 ...
Mileage: 117,791
PAINT ON A PILLAR ,NEXT TO WINDSHIELD IS COMING OFF. THIS IS HAPPENING WITHOUT AND PRIOR DAMAGE.
Mileage: 82,000
I WAS DRIVING UP A HILL AND CAR RAPIDLY LOST POWER. I WAS LUCKY TO GET IT OFF THE ROAD AND INTO A PARKING LOT. I HAD IT TOWED TO KIA. THEY HAVE TOLD ME I NEED A NEW ENGINE, COSTING IN THE RANGE OF $8,000 OR MORE. IT IS A 2014 KIA WITH ONLY 111,000 MILES.
Mileage: 111,000
VEHICLE IS 3,000 MILES OVER 100,000 MILE WARRANTY AND OVERHEATED WHILE DRIVING AND WAS DIAGNOSED WITH BLOWN HEAD GASKET.
Mileage: 103,000
I OWN A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THERE IS AN OPEN RECALL THAT HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE WITH THIS CAR. I TALKED TO MY LOCAL KIA DEALER MONTHS AGO AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD PUT ME ON A WAITLIST TO FIX THE RECALL BECAUSE THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PARTS. NOW IT'S BEEN A FEW MONTHS AND I'M STILL WAITING. THEY SA...
PEEL HAS STARTED PEELING ON HOOD AND NEAR WINDSHIELD ON DRIVERS SIDE.*DT*JB
Mileage: 62,000
MY CAR STOP WORKING WITH NO WARNING AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND I WAS ABOUT TO EXIT AND STOPPED. I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO NEAREST MECHANIC. IT WAS TOOK IT TO TO MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THAT ENGINE WAS DAMAGED
Mileage: 156
MY CAR STOP WORKING WITH NO WARNING AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND I WAS ABOUT TO EXIT AND STOPPED. I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO NEAREST MECHANIC. IT WAS TOOK IT TO TO MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THAT ENGINE WAS DAMAGED
Mileage: 156
PAINT DELAMINATION ON DRIVERS SIDE FRONT PILLAR AND HOOD.
Mileage: 50,800
I HAVE A 14 KI SORENTO LX THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM FAULTY AND CAUSED MY VEHICLE TO CATCH FIRE IN ONE CABIN NEAR THE GEAR SHIFT THE COMPUTER HAS SHUT DOWN NO LONGER RECOGNIZING THE CHIP AND THE VEHICLE IS FULLY DISABLED.*DT
Mileage: 131,000
PEARL PAIN PEELING OFF ALL AROUND THE VEHICLE.
Mileage: 85,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO REPLACED AN UNKNOWN PART HOWEVER, THE FAILURE REOCCURRED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED AN UNKNOWN RECALL RELATED TO THE ABS SYSTEM. ...
Mileage: 116,000
ON A NUMBER OF OCCASIONS, BOTH HEADLIGHTS ON MY 2014 KIA SORENTO HAVE GONE OUT AT THE SAME TIME. USUALLY IF I OPEN THE HEADLIGHT HOUSING AND TWIST THE LIGHT PLUG THIS WILL CAUSE THE LIGHT TO WORK. BUT OTHER TIMES ONE OF THE TWO LIGHTS WILL BE BURNT OUT. THE ISSUE IS BOTH LIGHTS GO OUT AT THE SAME TI...
Mileage: 100,000
MY HEADLIGHTS KEEP BLOWING OUT. I HAVE BEEN CHANGING THEM EVERY 2-4 MONTHS FOR THE PAST YEAR. THEY SUGGESTED I CHECK FOR RECALLS AND NOTHING. THIS COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS AND BUYING HEADLIGHTS EVERY 2-4 MONTHS GETS EXPENSIVE
MY HEADLIGHTS KEEP BLOWING OUT. I HAVE BEEN CHANGING THEM EVERY 2-4 MONTHS FOR THE PAST YEAR. THEY SUGGESTED I CHECK FOR RECALLS AND NOTHING. THIS COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS AND BUYING HEADLIGHTS EVERY 2-4 MONTHS GETS EXPENSIVE
OPENED PREVIOUS NHTSA ID 11398106. ADDING ADDITIONAL INFO FOR ALL. MAIN ISSUE IS THE PAINT CHIPPING AND MAINLY PEELING SEVERELY ACROSS AND ABOVE WINDSHIELD WITH RUST. OTHER PAINT CHIPPING AROUND VEHICLE ALSO, MINOR. RESEARCH SHOWS THIS HAPPENING TO MAINLY THE 2014 KIA SORENTO SUV WITH (SNOW WHITE ...
Mileage: 32,000
MY PAINT ON MY KIA SORENTO HAS BEEN CHIPPING AWAY. I'VE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR LESS THAN 2 YEARS, IT STARTED TO CHIP ALITTLE AROUND 8 MONTHS AGO, AND SINCE HAS GOTTEN SO BAD ACROSS ALMOST ALL THE ENTIRE TOP OF THE WINDSHIELD AND SLOWLY STARTING TO CHIP ALL THROUGHOUT THE REST OF MY VEHICLE
MY PAINT ON MY KIA SORENTO HAS BEEN CHIPPING AWAY. I'VE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR LESS THAN 2 YEARS, IT STARTED TO CHIP ALITTLE AROUND 8 MONTHS AGO, AND SINCE HAS GOTTEN SO BAD ACROSS ALMOST ALL THE ENTIRE TOP OF THE WINDSHIELD AND SLOWLY STARTING TO CHIP ALL THROUGHOUT THE REST OF MY VEHICLE
EVERY 500 MILES I AM ADDING A QUART OF OIL TO MY 2014 KIA SORENTO. PLUS THE OIL LIGHT IS NOT TURNING ON WHEN THE DIPSTICK IS SHOWING BELOW LOW ON OIL. THERE ARE SEVERAL ONLINE FORUMS THAT HAVE NOTED AS MANY OTHER KIA VEHICLES HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE: SITED REFERENCES: CAR GURUS: HTTPS://WWW.CAR...
Mileage: 98,000
EVERY 500 MILES I AM ADDING A QUART OF OIL TO MY 2014 KIA SORENTO. PLUS THE OIL LIGHT IS NOT TURNING ON WHEN THE DIPSTICK IS SHOWING BELOW LOW ON OIL. THERE ARE SEVERAL ONLINE FORUMS THAT HAVE NOTED AS MANY OTHER KIA VEHICLES HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE: SITED REFERENCES: CAR GURUS: HTTPS://WWW.CAR...
Mileage: 98,000
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO'S PEARL WHITE PAINT STARTED DELAMINATING UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS IS COMMON NATION-WIDE FOR KIA VEHICLES, ESPECIALLY THOSE WITH PEARL WHITE PAINT. MY VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN I NOTICED THE PAINT HAD PEELED.
Mileage: 88,302
PAINT CHIPPING AWAY AND RUST UNDERNEATH. APPEARS LIKE NO PRIMER WAS USED. THIS OCCURRING STILL ABOVE WINDSHIELD AND ACROSS LEFT TO RIGHT OF TOP CABIN, AT LEAST 8' UP. STARTED AS 1-2 SMALL SPOTS. KIA SERVICE BLAMED IT ON BEING HIT BY SOMETHING AND WOULDN'T GO FURTHER IN 12/2019. I TOLD THEM IT WAS...
Mileage: 32,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS NEEDED TO FOR THE VE...
Mileage: 130,000
KEEP HAVING TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULBS AND NOW HEADLIGHTS DON'T WORK AT ALL ! HAD TO DRIVE HOME AT NIGHT WITH ONLY PARKING LIGHTS IN FL KEYS, VERY TERRIFYING AND NOT SAFE AT ALL. PRIOR TO THE LIGHTS NOT WORKING I WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE A BULB AT LEAST EVERY 3 MONTHS, GOT PULLED OVER ONCE BY THE POLIC...
Mileage: 120,000
ABS LIGHT WAS GOING ON AND OFF, NOW IS CONSTANTLY ON. THEN TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT GOING ON AND OFF NOW IS CONSTANTLY ON. NOW MY BRAKE LIGHT IS ON. WHEN I START THE CAR THE TIRE LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF WHICH CAUSES MY SPEEDOMETER TO GO UP AND DOWN. HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY AFTER SEVERA...
Mileage: 120,000
I RCV'D A LETTER FROM KIA RE THE HYDRAULIC ELEC CNTROL UNIT THAT IT MAY LEAK FLUID AND RESULT IN A FIRE. LTR DTD OCT 15, '20; RCV'D @ MID NOV. HAVE TRIED TELEPHONIC CONTACT W/LOCAL DEALER MANY TIMES AND GET NOWHERE- NO RETURN CALLS, NO COMMO WHATSOEVER. LTR STATES KIA HAS ADVISED DEALERS TO INSPECT,...
I RCV'D A LETTER FROM KIA RE THE HYDRAULIC ELEC CNTROL UNIT THAT IT MAY LEAK FLUID AND RESULT IN A FIRE. LTR DTD OCT 15, '20; RCV'D @ MID NOV. HAVE TRIED TELEPHONIC CONTACT W/LOCAL DEALER MANY TIMES AND GET NOWHERE- NO RETURN CALLS, NO COMMO WHATSOEVER. LTR STATES KIA HAS ADVISED DEALERS TO INSPECT,...
A LARGE PORTION OF PAINT ON THE A PILLAR BUBBLED AND CAME OFF. PAINT IS CHIPPING IN OTHER PLACES.
WHEN DRIVING HOME I PULLED INTO MY NEIGHBORHOOD AND STARTED TO SMELL SLIGHT GAS, WHEN I GET TO MY HOUSE A PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. IN AN ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE HOOD I NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER THE CAR. I CALLED 911 AND MY FRIEND WENT TO GET A FIRE EXTING...
Mileage: 89,500
WHEN DRIVING HOME I PULLED INTO MY NEIGHBORHOOD AND STARTED TO SMELL SLIGHT GAS, WHEN I GET TO MY HOUSE A PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. IN AN ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE HOOD I NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER THE CAR. I CALLED 911 AND MY FRIEND WENT TO GET A FIRE EXTING...
Mileage: 89,500
I'M THE FIRST AND ONLY OWNER OF A WHITE 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE PAINT IS CHIPPING OFF ON THE HOOD, BUMPER AND DOOR RAIL/COLUMN. AFTER DOING PLENTY OF RESEARCH THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH WHITE KIA SORENTOS. ON SOCIAL MEDIA THERE'S A FACEBOOK GROUP (KIA SORENTO PEARL WHITE PAINT PEELING CHIP...
I'M THE FIRST AND ONLY OWNER OF A WHITE 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE PAINT IS CHIPPING OFF ON THE HOOD, BUMPER AND DOOR RAIL/COLUMN. AFTER DOING PLENTY OF RESEARCH THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH WHITE KIA SORENTOS. ON SOCIAL MEDIA THERE'S A FACEBOOK GROUP (KIA SORENTO PEARL WHITE PAINT PEELING CHIP...
I HAVE BEEN LOCKED OUT OF CAR DUE TO KEYFOB NOT WORKING. I HAVE HAD TROUBLE OOENING THE HATCH AND SUNROOF. PRESET COMFORT SETTINGS IE SEAT, MIRROR, DOOR AND WINDOW LOCKS HAVE REVERTED TO ONES PREVIOUS TO WHAT I PUT IN FOR MYSELF. THE GPS KEPT GETTING STUCK ON THE DEALERDSHIP ADDRESS. I HAD STARTING...
Mileage: 75,000
I HAVE BEEN LOCKED OUT OF CAR DUE TO KEYFOB NOT WORKING. I HAVE HAD TROUBLE OOENING THE HATCH AND SUNROOF. PRESET COMFORT SETTINGS IE SEAT, MIRROR, DOOR AND WINDOW LOCKS HAVE REVERTED TO ONES PREVIOUS TO WHAT I PUT IN FOR MYSELF. THE GPS KEPT GETTING STUCK ON THE DEALERDSHIP ADDRESS. I HAD STARTING...
Mileage: 75,000
I HAVE BEEN LOCKED OUT OF CAR DUE TO KEYFOB NOT WORKING. I HAVE HAD TROUBLE OOENING THE HATCH AND SUNROOF. PRESET COMFORT SETTINGS IE SEAT, MIRROR, DOOR AND WINDOW LOCKS HAVE REVERTED TO ONES PREVIOUS TO WHAT I PUT IN FOR MYSELF. THE GPS KEPT GETTING STUCK ON THE DEALERDSHIP ADDRESS. I HAD STARTING...
Mileage: 75,000
LOUD KNOCKING IN THE ENGINE,LOST OF POWER,STALLING.STALLED ON THE THE ROAD,WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO DRIVE.
LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS, AND TAIL LIGHTS, BURNING OUT FREQUENTLY, AND AT THE SAME TIME! THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE PER YEAR, AND BOTH HEADLIGHTS GO OUT AT THE SAME TIME, LEAVING MY FAMILY AND I DRIVING IN THE DARK. THIS SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN YOU START THE VEHICLE. IT'S BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE FOR 3+ YEARS...
Mileage: 70,000
NIGHTTIME DRIVING WITH THIS VEHICLE IS HORRIBLE. WHILE A WELL-LIT INTERSTATE MAY NOT NECESSARILY BE AN ISSUE, DARK ROADWAYS (RURAL, DARK INTERSTATES, SOME URBAN STREETS) ARE. THE HEADLIGHTS WILL BLOW RANDOMLY BLOW WITHIN AS FEW AS SOME DAYS AFTER REPLACEMENT TO A MONTH AFTER REPLACEMENT. THE HEADLIG...
Mileage: 90,000
I HAVE PAINT PEELING OFF OF MY CAR, I TOOK IT TO KIA & WAS I FORMED MY CAR WAS OUT OF WARRANTY SO THEY ARE NOT RELIABLE
WHILE DRIVING LAST NIGHT, MY VEHICLE TURNED OFF. PULLED OVER IT WOULD RESTART BUT THEN SHUT OFF. LET IT SIT FOR A COUPLE MINUTES RESTARTED AND WAS ABLE TO GO 1 MILE THEN SHUT OFF AGAIN. AFTER THAT LET IT SIT AGAIN AND RESTARTED AND WENT 1/2 MILE BEFORE IT SHUT OFF AGAIN. THEN WOULDN'T START AGAIN. T...
Mileage: 151,915
WHILE DRIVING LAST NIGHT, MY VEHICLE TURNED OFF. PULLED OVER IT WOULD RESTART BUT THEN SHUT OFF. LET IT SIT FOR A COUPLE MINUTES RESTARTED AND WAS ABLE TO GO 1 MILE THEN SHUT OFF AGAIN. AFTER THAT LET IT SIT AGAIN AND RESTARTED AND WENT 1/2 MILE BEFORE IT SHUT OFF AGAIN. THEN WOULDN'T START AGAIN. T...
Mileage: 151,915
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO, WITH PEARL WHITE PAINT, STARTED HAVING PAINT CHIP ABOVE WINDSHIELD IN SUMMER OF 2019, WE WERE GIVEN A TUBE OF PAINT TO STOP FURTHER SPREADING, THEN IN DECEMBER 2020, AREA ABOVE WINDSHIELD STARTED TO SPREAD, AND AREA ON LEFT SIDE OF CAR STARTED TO CHIP
Mileage: 90,987
THE WHITE PAINT ON MY KIA SORENTO IS CHIPPING. THERE WAS NOTHING THAT HIT MY VEHICLE, IT JUST STARTED CHIPPING ALL ACROSS RIGHT ABOVE THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. IT LOOKS VERY UNSIGHTLY AND THIS IS A RELATIVELY NEW VEHICLE.
Mileage: 53,000
ON NOV. 11, 2020 I TOOK THIS 2014 KIA SORENTO INTO THE LOCAL KIA DEALER FOR A FOLLOW UP ON A RECALL NOTICE I RECEIVED IN THE MAIL. THE RECALL WAS FOR AN INSPECTION ON THE HECU UNIT WHICH CONTROLS THE ABS SYSTEM, ESC SYSTEM, AND THE TCS SYSTEM. THE DASH BOARD INDICATOR LIGHTS FOR THE ABS, TCS, AND BR...
Mileage: 73,220
CLUSTER LIGHTS TURNED OFF WHILE DRIVING AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON
Mileage: 115,000
CLUSTER LIGHTS TURNED OFF WHILE DRIVING AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON
Mileage: 115,000
MULTIPLE AREAS WHERE PAIN IS CHIPPING OFF. ONE LARGE AREA ON DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT POST WITH DE LAMINATION OF WHITE PEARL PAINT. NOTICED IT MORE THAN A YEAR AGO. JUST TOOK IN FOR BODY WORK AND IT WAS ERCOMENDED I RESEARCH FOR OTHER ISSUES THAT PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED.
Mileage: 110,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO WAGNER KIA OF SHREWSBURY (730 BOSTON TURNPIKE, SHREWSBURY, MA 01545, (508) 581-5700) HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CON...
Mileage: 130,000
THE PAINT ON BOTH SIDES OF FRONT WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY STARTED CHIPPING SYMMETRICALLY AND BILATERALLY. I JUST NOTICED IT ONE DAY WHEN IT WAS PARKED. IT WORSENS WITH EVERY DAY. SOME TINY AREAS ON THE FRONT HOOD ARE BEGINNING TO CHIP AS WELL. IT STARTS AS A TINY CHIP THEN CHUNKS START TO PEEL OFF. I...
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO HAS DRASTICALLY CHIPPED ON ITS OWN THE PAINT PEELS OFF EVERY-TIME I WASH MY CAR, THE PAINT OVER TIME HAS GOTTEN A LOT WORSE.
PAINT DELAMINATING
Mileage: 53,000
MY KIA SORENTO HAS DELAMINATION.THE CAR PAINT STARTED TO PEEL AWAY 2 1/2 YEARS AFTER PURCHASE. I STARTED TO COMPLAIN TO THE DEALERSHIP AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED SINCE IT STARTED TO GET REAL BAD BUT RECEIVED NO ASSISTANCE. AT ONE POINT THEY TOOK PICTURES BUT THAT WAS IT. I NOW HAVE ALMOST 192,000 ...
Mileage: 75,000
THERE HAVE BEEN AT LEAST TWO TIMES WHEN SERVICE FOR SCHEDULED OIL CHANGE WAS DUE AND THE SHOP SAID THE ENGINE HAD ALMOST NO OIL. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE SAME SHOP ON A DIFFERENT OCCASION AFTER HEARING RATTLING NOISES AROUND THE MOTOR WHILE DRIVING AND THE SAME ANSWER WAS GIVEN ABOUT VERY LOW ON OIL L...
Mileage: 155,940
ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON NOT THE OIL LIGHT WHEN IT'S TIME TO FILL. ONCE I HAVE OIL CHANGE IT GOES OFF OUT THE NEXT DAY. MY ENGINE LIGHT CURRENTLY REMAINS ON AND I SMELL A BURNING FROM MY ENGINE AND MY VEHICLE DRIVES AS IF SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE ENGINE OR IT STRUGGLES TO CHANGE OVER.I'VE BEEN HAVIN...
I HAD TO REPLACE THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL ON MY PASSENGER SIDE. I HAD TWO ESTIMATES DONE WAS TOLD IT'S HARD FOR THAT TO GO OUT. I ENDED PAYING TO HAVE IT REPLACED SINCE THE SUV WAS NOT DRIVABLE.
I HAD TO REPLACE THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL ON MY PASSENGER SIDE. I HAD TWO ESTIMATES DONE WAS TOLD IT'S HARD FOR THAT TO GO OUT. I ENDED PAYING TO HAVE IT REPLACED SINCE THE SUV WAS NOT DRIVABLE.
VEHICLE IS NOT BEING DRIVEN BECAUSE THE AXLE IS BUSTED. WE ARE NOT SURE WHY HIS HAPPENED. WHEN I DRIVE THE SORENTO, IT PULLS TO THE RIGHT VERY STRONG. I AM NOT SURE HOW LONG IT TAKES FORT THAT TO HAPPEN, BUT IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE CAR REACHES A FULL STOP. ALSO, WHEN I MANEUVER AND MAKE. TURN TO T...
VEHICLE IS NOT BEING DRIVEN BECAUSE THE AXLE IS BUSTED. WE ARE NOT SURE WHY HIS HAPPENED. WHEN I DRIVE THE SORENTO, IT PULLS TO THE RIGHT VERY STRONG. I AM NOT SURE HOW LONG IT TAKES FORT THAT TO HAPPEN, BUT IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE CAR REACHES A FULL STOP. ALSO, WHEN I MANEUVER AND MAKE. TURN TO T...
VEHICLE IS NOT BEING DRIVEN BECAUSE THE AXLE IS BUSTED. WE ARE NOT SURE WHY HIS HAPPENED. WHEN I DRIVE THE SORENTO, IT PULLS TO THE RIGHT VERY STRONG. I AM NOT SURE HOW LONG IT TAKES FORT THAT TO HAPPEN, BUT IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE CAR REACHES A FULL STOP. ALSO, WHEN I MANEUVER AND MAKE. TURN TO T...
THE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (HECU) ASSEMBLY CONTROLS THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM(ABS) ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM (ESC) AND TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) IN YOUR VECICLE. BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK INTRNALLY INSIDE THE HECU,WHICH,OVERTIME,CAN RESULT IN AN ELETRICAL SHORT.AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE...
Mileage: 59,000
CAR STARTED MAKING KNOCKING NOISE WITH LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING ON 45MPH ROAD. CHECKED OIL, NO OIL. NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME IN DASH PRIOR OR CURRENTLY INDICATING LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.
Mileage: 105,400
THE PAINT IS PEELING IN LARGE PIECES FROM THE HOOD AND DOORS. IT HAPPENED BOTH TIMES JUST DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THERE ARE SEVERAL SPOTS ON THE VEHICLE THAT ARE BUBBLING AND WILL EVENTUALLY PEEL AS WELL.
Mileage: 71,000
I OWN A KIA SORENTO, PEARL WHITE, 2014, WHICH JUST RECENTLY STARTED TO CHIP AND NOW PEEL THE PAINT ON THE SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD. ITS GETTING WORSE AND WORSE EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. I WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP BUT THEY ONLY TOLD ME WARRANTY IS UP, NOTHING WE CAN DO. THE VEHICLE HAS APPRO...
Mileage: 85,000
LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. I HAVE TRIED MULTIPLE DIFFERENT BULBS (LED AND HALOGEN), WITH NO CHANGE. THEY ARE DIM ENOUGH THAT THERE IS A SHADOW OF MY CAR IN FRONT OF ME WHEN THERE IS ANOTHER CAR BEHIND ME AT NIGHT.
Mileage: 60,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S AND DRIVER'S SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS AND WERE REPLACED SIX TIMES. ALSO, THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE ACCENT LIGHT LOCATED ABOVE THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED AND NO L...
Mileage: 4,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S AND DRIVER'S SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS AND WERE REPLACED SIX TIMES. ALSO, THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE ACCENT LIGHT LOCATED ABOVE THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED AND NO L...
Mileage: 4,000
THIS CAR HAS HAD NUMEROUS RECALLS INCLUDING A MAJOR ONE IN WHICH THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE ENGINE (THEY DID IT ON THIS CAR). NOW I HAVE THE ABS, ESC AND TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS ON (WITH TIRE PRESSURE AT THE CORRECT READINGS) WHICH I BELIEVE IS RELATED TO THE LATEST ABS RECALL THEY HAD. UNFORTUNATELY, MY ...
Mileage: 142,750
THE SKIRTING AROUND MY SEAT HAS BEEN BROKEN SINCE ABOUT 2015. THIS WAS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP. NOW THE SEAT IS NOT ADJUSTING CORRECTLY CAUSING IT TO BE HARD TO REACH THE PEDALS SOMETIMES.
CAMERA, RADIO, LIGHTS ON ONE SIDE AND POWER LOCKS ALL STOPPED WORKING
AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON TODAY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY (ROUGHLY70MPH), WILL NOT SHUT OFF, VEHICLE NOT UNDER RECALL FOR AIRBAGS AT THIS TIME. HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS RANDOMLY COME ON AND OFF, EVEN WITH BRAND NEW BULBS, HAVE CHANGED BULBS ALMOST MONTHLY IN LAST 3 YEARS. BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL ...
Mileage: 101,900
AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON TODAY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY (ROUGHLY70MPH), WILL NOT SHUT OFF, VEHICLE NOT UNDER RECALL FOR AIRBAGS AT THIS TIME. HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS RANDOMLY COME ON AND OFF, EVEN WITH BRAND NEW BULBS, HAVE CHANGED BULBS ALMOST MONTHLY IN LAST 3 YEARS. BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL ...
Mileage: 101,900
AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON TODAY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY (ROUGHLY70MPH), WILL NOT SHUT OFF, VEHICLE NOT UNDER RECALL FOR AIRBAGS AT THIS TIME. HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS RANDOMLY COME ON AND OFF, EVEN WITH BRAND NEW BULBS, HAVE CHANGED BULBS ALMOST MONTHLY IN LAST 3 YEARS. BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL ...
Mileage: 101,900
LOWBEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. UNABLE TO SEE PAST 5 FEET IN FRONT. CAN'T TELL WHEN THEY ARE ON MOST TIMES.
THREE YEARS AGO WHEN OUR KIA WAS AT ABOUT 60,000 MILES THE PAINT WHICH IS PEARL WHITE, AROUND THE WINDSHIELD STARTING PEELING OFF AND SINCE THEN HAS PEELED OFF IN MULTIPLE AREAS EXPOSING THE BARE METAL LEADING TO RUST. THE FORMING AROUND THE WINDSHIELD IS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD TO WEAKEN. I HAVE SEE...
Mileage: 60,000
PAINT ON THE ROOF IS COMING OFF... I DON'T KNOW WHEN IT HAPPENED OR HOW... I NOTICED IT WHEN I WAS WASHING IT THIS SUMMER...
PAINT HAS BEEN CHIPPING ON MY 2014 KIA SORENTO WHITE PEARL. I BOUGHT THIS CAR THROUGH AAA AUTO SALES AND WAS ALREADY CHIPPING. NOW I READ ONLINE THAT IT'S BEEN A BIG PROBLEM. I AM UNSURE OF THE DATE THAT IT STARTED BUT I CERTAINLY DON'T HAVE THE MONEY TO GET MY CAR REPAINTED AND ADVANCED AUTO DOESN'...
I HAVE NOTICED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, MY HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY, DANGEROUSLY DIM. I HAVE CHANGED THE BULBS, AND I CAN STILL BARELY SEE IN FRONT OF ME WITHOUT CLICKING ON THE HIGH BEAMS. WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT THIS ISSUE? I AM SO TERRIFIED TO DRIVE AT NIGHT, I ONLY GO FIVE MINUTES AWAY FRO...
I BEGAN NOTICING PAINT CHIPS IN 2019 ON A 5 YEAR OLD VEHICLE. THESE SPOTS HAVE BECOME LARGER AND LARGER IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS ON THE CAR PRIMARILY THE HOOD, A FRAME, AND ROOF. I HAVE ALSO NOTICED THIS SAME ISSUE WITH OTHER KIA SORENTO'S THAT ARE ALSO PEARL WHITE. THERE SEEMS TO BE A DEFECT IN THE PAI...
Mileage: 107,000
I BEGAN NOTICING PAINT CHIPS IN 2019 ON A 5 YEAR OLD VEHICLE. THESE SPOTS HAVE BECOME LARGER AND LARGER IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS ON THE CAR PRIMARILY THE HOOD, A FRAME, AND ROOF. I HAVE ALSO NOTICED THIS SAME ISSUE WITH OTHER KIA SORENTO'S THAT ARE ALSO PEARL WHITE. THERE SEEMS TO BE A DEFECT IN THE PAI...
Mileage: 107,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT, AND THE ANTILOCK BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL WHEN DRIVING AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO BE UNABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO STOP IN A TIMELY MANNER. THE CONTACT HAD TO ENGAGE BRAKE W...
Mileage: 53,457
THE ENGINE MAY STOP WORKING ENTIRELY WITHOUT WARNING. SHUT OFF AND WILL NOT PROVIDE POWER, MAKING KNOCKING SOUNDS.
Mileage: 180,000
2014 KIA SORENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE DOOR HANDLES. CONSUMER STATES THAT DOOR HANDLES WILL NOT OPEN. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR HANDLE WILL NOT OPEN ON THE INSIDE NOR OUTSIDE. *JS
DELAMINATION OF PAINT ON OUR 2014 KIA SORENTO. WE FIXED THE DRIVER SIDE THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IN 2018 AND NOW IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON THE PASSENGER SIDE 102820
HEAD LIGHTS KEEP BLOWING OUT AND WILL NOT STAY AJUSTED
LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BULBS BURN OUT AND NEED TO BE REPLACE EVERY 3 TO 4 MONTHS. THIS ISSUES HAS OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAYS LIKE INTERSTATE 81 OR HIGHWAY 322 AND 11/15 IN PENNSYLVANIA. THEY HAVE ALWAYS BURNT OUT WITH BEING STATIONARY IN PARKING LOTS AT ALL TIMES AND SEASON OF THE YEAR. WHEN ONE...
Mileage: 96,000
HELLO, PROBLEMS WITH THE HEADLIGHTS OF KIA SORENTO 2014, THESE ARE VERY DIM AND IN THE DARK YOU CAN SEE LITTLE OR NOTHING AND THIS CAN CAUSE A BIG ACCIDENT ON THE ROAD.
Mileage: 79,250
HELLO, PROBLEMS WITH THE HEADLIGHTS OF KIA SORENTO 2014, THESE ARE VERY DIM AND IN THE DARK YOU CAN SEE LITTLE OR NOTHING AND THIS CAN CAUSE A BIG ACCIDENT ON THE ROAD.
Mileage: 79,250
HELLO, PROBLEMS WITH THE HEADLIGHTS OF KIA SORENTO 2014, THESE ARE VERY DIM AND IN THE DARK YOU CAN SEE LITTLE OR NOTHING AND THIS CAN CAUSE A BIG ACCIDENT ON THE ROAD.
Mileage: 79,250
CAR BRAKE LIGHTS STAYED ON AND WOULDN'T TURN OFF. IT DRAINED MY BATTERY. TOOK CAR TO KIA DEALERSHIP SEVERAL TIMES BUT COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. DEALERSHIP REPLACED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH AND SENSOR AND STILL MY BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ON. WHILE DRIVING AND IN PARK. DEALERSHIP SAID THEY CALLED KIA CORPORA...
ON THURSDAY OCTOBER 15, 2020 I WAS GETTING IN MY CAR AND SAW SOMETHING ON IT. I THOUGHT IT WAS A LEAF AND REALIZED THE PAINT WAS PEELING OFF. I TOUCHED IT AND THE PAINT KEPT PEELING. UPON DOING RESEARCH I SAW WHERE THIS PROBLEM WAS HAPPENING IN KIA CARS 2014 AND OTHERS THAT WERE THE PEARLY WHITE COL...
Mileage: 46,239
ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING AND LOST SOME POWER DARNING DRIVING. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THIS IS THE 3.3L GDI ENGINE. THIS ENGINE IS NOT PART OF THE SC147 RECALL. I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY CARS. I BELIEVE THE ISSUE I'M HAVING IS DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. WE HAVE A 2012 HYUNDAI S...
Mileage: 121,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT WAS PULLED OVER BY THE POLICE ON NUMERUS OCCASIONS AND NOTIFIED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED ...
Mileage: 180,000
STARTED IN FEBRUARY 2020. PAINT IS CHIPPING TERRIBLY AND STARTING TO RUST. TOP OF WINDSHIELD AND FRONT OF CAR ARE THE WORST AREAS.
PEARL WHITE PAINT ON MY 2014 KIA SORRENTO IS DECLAMINATING OR RAPIDLY PEELING OFF IN SEVERAL PLACES. TWO SPOTS ARE ON THE HOOD AND THE BIGGEST IS ON THE SUPPORT BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND THE WINDSHIELD. WILL COME OFF WHILE DRIVING, PARTICULARLY ON THE INTERSTATE. NOT DUE TO ROCK OR WRECK. HA...
Mileage: 58,000
PEARL WHITE PAINT ON MY 2014 KIA SORRENTO IS DECLAMINATING OR RAPIDLY PEELING OFF IN SEVERAL PLACES. TWO SPOTS ARE ON THE HOOD AND THE BIGGEST IS ON THE SUPPORT BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND THE WINDSHIELD. WILL COME OFF WHILE DRIVING, PARTICULARLY ON THE INTERSTATE. NOT DUE TO ROCK OR WRECK. HA...
Mileage: 58,000
CAR DOES PERFECTLY FINE FOR TWO WEEKS THEN RUNS THROUGH RADIATOR FLUID AND OIL LIKE IT'S CRAZY HAS NOT THROWN A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS HAD MULTIPLE MAINTENANCE IS FIXES WE HAVE LITERALLY ALMOST HAD A SEVERE ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR STARTED TO SMOKE AND HAD THE RADIATOR CAP ALMOST EXPLODE OFF OF IT ....
Mileage: 76,556
CAR DOES PERFECTLY FINE FOR TWO WEEKS THEN RUNS THROUGH RADIATOR FLUID AND OIL LIKE IT'S CRAZY HAS NOT THROWN A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS HAD MULTIPLE MAINTENANCE IS FIXES WE HAVE LITERALLY ALMOST HAD A SEVERE ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR STARTED TO SMOKE AND HAD THE RADIATOR CAP ALMOST EXPLODE OFF OF IT ....
Mileage: 76,556
CAR DOES PERFECTLY FINE FOR TWO WEEKS THEN RUNS THROUGH RADIATOR FLUID AND OIL LIKE IT'S CRAZY HAS NOT THROWN A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS HAD MULTIPLE MAINTENANCE IS FIXES WE HAVE LITERALLY ALMOST HAD A SEVERE ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR STARTED TO SMOKE AND HAD THE RADIATOR CAP ALMOST EXPLODE OFF OF IT ....
Mileage: 76,556
MY STABILITY LIGHT COMES ON WHILE DRIVING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT FUNCTION, HAVE BEEN LOOKING ON INTERNET AND THERE SEEMS TO BE A LOT OF PROBLEMS OF THE EXACT SAME NATURE. YOU WILL BE REAR ENDED IF YOU HAVE NO BRAKE LIGHTS. MY VEHICLE HAS 33000 MILES ON IT. I THINK KIA NEEDS TO RECALL THE SORENTO...
Mileage: 33,000
MY STABILITY LIGHT COMES ON WHILE DRIVING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT FUNCTION, HAVE BEEN LOOKING ON INTERNET AND THERE SEEMS TO BE A LOT OF PROBLEMS OF THE EXACT SAME NATURE. YOU WILL BE REAR ENDED IF YOU HAVE NO BRAKE LIGHTS. MY VEHICLE HAS 33000 MILES ON IT. I THINK KIA NEEDS TO RECALL THE SORENTO...
Mileage: 33,000
HELLO, I AM WRITING HERE SINCE I DID NOT RECEIVE FOR ONLINE ACCESS. MY SITUATION IS RELATED TO MY 2014 KIA ​​SORENTO VEHICLE,VIN # [XXX] IT IS PRESENTING FAILURE INDICATORS RELATED TO 4 RECALLS REPORTED BY THE FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CORRECT WHETHER IT IS REPLACED OR...
Mileage: 78,500
HELLO, I AM WRITING HERE SINCE I DID NOT RECEIVE FOR ONLINE ACCESS. MY SITUATION IS RELATED TO MY 2014 KIA ​​SORENTO VEHICLE,VIN # [XXX] IT IS PRESENTING FAILURE INDICATORS RELATED TO 4 RECALLS REPORTED BY THE FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CORRECT WHETHER IT IS REPLACED OR...
Mileage: 78,500
HELLO, I AM WRITING HERE SINCE I DID NOT RECEIVE FOR ONLINE ACCESS. MY SITUATION IS RELATED TO MY 2014 KIA ​​SORENTO VEHICLE,VIN # [XXX] IT IS PRESENTING FAILURE INDICATORS RELATED TO 4 RECALLS REPORTED BY THE FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CORRECT WHETHER IT IS REPLACED OR...
Mileage: 78,500
BRAKE LIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF. BRAKE LIGHTS WILL WORK SOMETIMES WHEN I STOP AND SOMETIMES THEY WANT WORK.
BRAKE LIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF. BRAKE LIGHTS WILL WORK SOMETIMES WHEN I STOP AND SOMETIMES THEY WANT WORK.
WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE RUNNING BUT STANDING STILL THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, THE UVO/ONBOARD VOICE ALERT CAME ON AND ALERTED TO A SERIOUS ENGINE ISSUE/OR FAILURE. ENGINE CODE P0263 (CONTRIBUTION BALANCE) & P0301 (CYLINDER 1 MISFIRE). DEALER DIAGNOSED CYLINDER 1 INTER...
Mileage: 75,000
WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE RUNNING BUT STANDING STILL THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, THE UVO/ONBOARD VOICE ALERT CAME ON AND ALERTED TO A SERIOUS ENGINE ISSUE/OR FAILURE. ENGINE CODE P0263 (CONTRIBUTION BALANCE) & P0301 (CYLINDER 1 MISFIRE). DEALER DIAGNOSED CYLINDER 1 INTER...
Mileage: 75,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATED AND JERKED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE OVERHEATED AND LOSS MOTIVE POWER WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE...
Mileage: 106,400
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATED AND JERKED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE OVERHEATED AND LOSS MOTIVE POWER WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE...
Mileage: 106,400
THE PAINT IS DELAMINATING AND QUICKLY CHIPPING AWAY IN MULTIPLE AREAS OF THE CAR, BUT STARTED ON THE WINDSHIELD PILLAR. THE BODY SHOP INFORMED ME THEY HAD SEEN THIS EXACT THING ON OTHER KIA SORENTOS AND SUGGESTED I CONTACT KIA. THEY ESTIMATED $2,700 TO REPAINT. MY BODY COLOR IS PEARL WHITE.
Mileage: 80,000
ALL THE LIGHTS GO OUT SPORADICALLY WHILE DRIVING. THE DANGER IS WHEN IT DOES IT AT NIGHT. WHILE DRIVING DOWN A DARK ROAD, MY LIGHTS WENT OUT COMPLETELY ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. IT HAPPENS IN THE DAY TIME AS WELL, AS I CAN SEE THE LIGHTS BLINK OFF AND ON FROM THE REFLECTION ON VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME...
Mileage: 60,000
THE PAINT HAS CHIPPED OFF IN A LARGE PORTION OF THE HOOD. IT IS NOT A NORMAL PAINT CHIPPING BUT RATHER A LARGE PIECE/SECTION JUST CAME FLYING OFF DURING DRIVING TIME, APPROXIAMTELY 50 MILES PER HOUR.
Mileage: 84,850
THE PAINT HAS CHIPPED OFF IN A LARGE PORTION OF THE HOOD. IT IS NOT A NORMAL PAINT CHIPPING BUT RATHER A LARGE PIECE/SECTION JUST CAME FLYING OFF DURING DRIVING TIME, APPROXIAMTELY 50 MILES PER HOUR.
Mileage: 84,850
THE HEADLIGHTS DON'T SHINE ON ANYTHING AND IT'S HARD TO FIND YOUR WAY AT NIGHT. SPEED ​​CONTROL DOES NOT WORK. THE ENGINE HAS A DIFFERENT RHYTHM AT 3000 RPM.
Mileage: 83,000
THE HEADLIGHTS DON'T SHINE ON ANYTHING AND IT'S HARD TO FIND YOUR WAY AT NIGHT. SPEED ​​CONTROL DOES NOT WORK. THE ENGINE HAS A DIFFERENT RHYTHM AT 3000 RPM.
Mileage: 83,000
THE HEADLIGHTS DON'T SHINE ON ANYTHING AND IT'S HARD TO FIND YOUR WAY AT NIGHT. SPEED ​​CONTROL DOES NOT WORK. THE ENGINE HAS A DIFFERENT RHYTHM AT 3000 RPM.
Mileage: 83,000
PEARL PAIN IS PEELING AND CHIPPING. WENT THRU CAR WASH AND IT CHIPPED HOOD CAR WASH PAID FOR IT TO BE REPAIRED. THEN ON 9/15/20 IT WAS RAINING AND THE RAIN CHIPPED THE PAINT ON THE DOOR FRAME. NOTHING HIT IT OR DAMAGED IT I WAS DRIVING BUT THE RAIN PEELED MY PAINT. THAT'S WHEN I DECIDED TO DO SOME R...
Mileage: 72,000
PEARL PAIN IS PEELING AND CHIPPING. WENT THRU CAR WASH AND IT CHIPPED HOOD CAR WASH PAID FOR IT TO BE REPAIRED. THEN ON 9/15/20 IT WAS RAINING AND THE RAIN CHIPPED THE PAINT ON THE DOOR FRAME. NOTHING HIT IT OR DAMAGED IT I WAS DRIVING BUT THE RAIN PEELED MY PAINT. THAT'S WHEN I DECIDED TO DO SOME R...
Mileage: 72,000
OIL CONSUMPTION TEST PERFORMED AND VEHICLE IS STILL CONSUMING/BURNING OIL AT A RATE OF 1 TO 2 QUARTS EVERY FEW WEEKS / ENGINE KNOCKING CONTINUOUS / KIA OF IRVINE CONTINUES TO PROVIDE NO ANSWERS AND WASTED MY TIME ON A RECENT SCHEDULED VISIT AND SAID THERE WERE NO RECALLS AND UPON LOOKING UP THE RECA...
Mileage: 119,820
HEADLIGHTS, ESPECIALLY LOW BEAM ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. I CAN BARELY EVEN SEE THEM SHINING ON THE ROAD WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT.
Mileage: 70,000
THE PAINT ON MY 2014 KIA SORENTO JUST STARTED BUBBLING UP AND PEELING OFF IN LARGE SWATHS ALL OVER THE ROOF, DOORS, HOOD, ECT. IT HAS NOW STARTED RUSTING EXTREMELY BAD ON THE ROOF AND AROUND THE TOP OF THE WINDSHIELD.
Mileage: 60,000
THIS PAINT IS PEELING OFF IN LARGE SHEETS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, STARTING ON THE WINDSHIELD SUPPORT AND NOW ABOVE THE SECOND ROW DOOR ON PASSENGER SIDE.
Mileage: 65,000
MY ENGINE WAS REPLACED AT 118,119 AND EQUIPPED WITH KNOCK SENSOR SAFTEY SOFTWARE TO AVOID ANOTHER ENGINE FAILURE. AT 139,505 MY KNOCK SENSOR SOFTWARE ACTIVATED WITH. NO ADVANCE WARNING AS I WAS MAKING AN ACCELERATED LEFT TURN IN FRONT OF 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC. I WAS IN A STATIONARY POSITION WITH MY ...
Mileage: 139,505
PEAR WHITE PAINT HAS BEEN PROGRESSIVELY BUBBLING AND PEELING OVER THE LAST FEW MONTHS. AREAS INCLUDE THE HOOD AND THE ROOF AREA NEAR THE FRONT WINDSHIELD
ENGINE IS MAKING VERY LOUD NOISE AND NOT DRIVABLE. WHEN TOOK TO KIA DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THAT SAME PROBLEM HAPPENED TO GDI 4 CYL ENGINE AND IT WAS RECALLED BUT NOT THE 6 CYL EVEN THOUGH THE PROBLEMS ARE THE SAME DUE TO MANUFACTURING DEFECT. I CALLED KIA AMERICA AND THEY SAID THAT THEY CANNOT DO A...
Mileage: 130,000
I HAVE A 2014 KIA PEARL WHITE THAT HAS MAJOR PAINT PEELING ON DRIVERS/PASSENGER DOOR PANELS & HOOD. THIS ISSUE CONTINUES TO GET WORSE. I HAD THIS CAR FOUR YRS & IT STARTED AFTER THE FIRST YR. CONTINUES TO GET WORSE.
Mileage: 62,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT STARTED SMELLING FUMES INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHE EXITED THE VEHICLE, SHE CONTINUED TO SMELL THE FUMES. THE CONTAC...
Mileage: 86,700
MY 2014 KIA MY A CLICK SOUND AND IT HAD STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY PULLED OVER TO SAFETY AND IT STOP
Mileage: 142,000
MY HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO BLOW OUT EVERY 2 MONTHS, NO MATTER WHAT KIND OF BULB I REPLACE THEM WITH. BOTH HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OUT, BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ALSO BLOWING OUT EVERY 1.5 MONTH. I BROUGHT IT TO MY DEALER: KIA OF VENTURA,CA ATTENTION BUT THEY KEEP DISMISSING IT AS NOTHING IS WRONG. I HAVE BEEN PULL...
Mileage: 60,000
MY HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO BLOW OUT EVERY 2 MONTHS, NO MATTER WHAT KIND OF BULB I REPLACE THEM WITH. BOTH HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OUT, BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ALSO BLOWING OUT EVERY 1.5 MONTH. I BROUGHT IT TO MY DEALER: KIA OF VENTURA,CA ATTENTION BUT THEY KEEP DISMISSING IT AS NOTHING IS WRONG. I HAVE BEEN PULL...
Mileage: 60,000
MY HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO BLOW OUT EVERY 2 MONTHS, NO MATTER WHAT KIND OF BULB I REPLACE THEM WITH. BOTH HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OUT, BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ALSO BLOWING OUT EVERY 1.5 MONTH. I BROUGHT IT TO MY DEALER: KIA OF VENTURA,CA ATTENTION BUT THEY KEEP DISMISSING IT AS NOTHING IS WRONG. I HAVE BEEN PULL...
Mileage: 60,000
I HAVE A PEARL WHITE 2014 KIA SORRENTO PURCHASED IN APRIL OF 2017 WITH AROUND 70,000 MILES ON IT IT HAD NOT A SCRATCH OR DENT. AROUND 9/2017 AT AROUND 80,000 MILES, I STARTED NOTICING SMALL CHIPS OF PAINT MISSING. IT WAS PEELING AND DELAMINATING FROM THE BODY OF THE CAR AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED. ...
Mileage: 80,000
SNOW WHITE PEARL PAINT IS FALLING OFF THE CAR. THE MOST NOTICEABLE AREAS ARE BEHIND THE SUNROOF AND OVER THE DRIVER'S DOOR.
Mileage: 75,326
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE AIR BAGS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO INDEPENDENT MECHANICS TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAGS WERE DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE C...
Mileage: 127,800
THE PAINT ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF WINDSHIELD STARTED PEELING OFF. I WAS ABLE TO STOP ONE SMALL SPOT FROM SPREADING BY USING THE KIA PAINT PEN, BUT ANOTHER AREA OPENED UP. WIND FROM HIGHWAY DRIVING HAS STARTED TAKING OFF MUCH LARGER AREAS OF PAINT. MY CAR IS KEPT IN A GARAGE SO WEATHER DAMAGE IS NOT...
Mileage: 88,766
KIA SORENTO PEARL WHITE PAINT PEELING CHIPPING AND DELAMINATION. PAINT ON ROOF OF CAR HAS BEEN RAPIDLY CHIPPING PEELING AWAY AND IS NOW RUSTING. THE STREAK HAS GROWN ABOUT 2 INCHES IN THE PAST WEEK AND A HALF. CONCERNED THAT IT WILL NOT STOP AND IS DEFECTIVE AND HAVE SEEN SEVERAL COMPLAINTS FO...
Mileage: 109,000
THE SUSPENSION IN THE SLIGHTEST BUMP THAT FALLS, IT DOES NOT PROTECT IT HITS DRY IT HAS NO SUPPORT, THE STEERING WHEEL FROM ZERO MILES IS A RATTLE EVEN THOUGH WE TAKE IT TO ITS GUARANTEE THEY NEVER FIXED IT, IN THE SAME WAY THE BRAKE DISCS TO THE EMERGENCY BRAKING AS THEY SKID, SWEEP; YOU HAVE TO ...
Mileage: 8,000
THE SUSPENSION IN THE SLIGHTEST BUMP THAT FALLS, IT DOES NOT PROTECT IT HITS DRY IT HAS NO SUPPORT, THE STEERING WHEEL FROM ZERO MILES IS A RATTLE EVEN THOUGH WE TAKE IT TO ITS GUARANTEE THEY NEVER FIXED IT, IN THE SAME WAY THE BRAKE DISCS TO THE EMERGENCY BRAKING AS THEY SKID, SWEEP; YOU HAVE TO ...
Mileage: 8,000
THE SUSPENSION IN THE SLIGHTEST BUMP THAT FALLS, IT DOES NOT PROTECT IT HITS DRY IT HAS NO SUPPORT, THE STEERING WHEEL FROM ZERO MILES IS A RATTLE EVEN THOUGH WE TAKE IT TO ITS GUARANTEE THEY NEVER FIXED IT, IN THE SAME WAY THE BRAKE DISCS TO THE EMERGENCY BRAKING AS THEY SKID, SWEEP; YOU HAVE TO ...
Mileage: 8,000
WHILE DRIVING THE HOOD UNLATCHED AND WE WERE UNABLE TO SEE
Mileage: 90,000
WHILE DRIVING THE HOOD UNLATCHED AND WE WERE UNABLE TO SEE
Mileage: 90,000
THE PAINT BEGAN TO RAPIDLY PEEL AND DELAMINATE FROM THE BODY OF MY CAR AFTER THE 36,000 MILE PAINT WARRANTY EXPIRED ON MY 2014 KIA SORENTO PEARL WHITE SORENTO. THE RIGHT SIDE ARM OF THE WINDSHIELD AREA RAPIDLY PEELED AND BEGAN TO RUST THEN THE LEFT SIDE ARM OF MY WINDSHIELD BEGAN TO PEEL , DELAMINAT...
THE PEARL WHITE PAINT IS PEELING FROM THE CAR BADLY ON BOTH SIDES OF THE WINDOW SHIELD. CAR HAS NEVER BEEN REPAINTED. THE FACTORY PAINT IS PEELING EXCESSIVELY
Mileage: 110,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FOB AND AUTOMATIC LOCKS FAILED TO LOCK THE DOORS. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WILSON AUTO GROUP (4202 LAKELAND DR, JACKSON, MS 39232, (601) 914-4200) WHERE THE KEYFOB BATTERY WAS REPLACED....
Mileage: 126,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FOB AND AUTOMATIC LOCKS FAILED TO LOCK THE DOORS. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WILSON AUTO GROUP (4202 LAKELAND DR, JACKSON, MS 39232, (601) 914-4200) WHERE THE KEYFOB BATTERY WAS REPLACED....
Mileage: 126,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FOB AND AUTOMATIC LOCKS FAILED TO LOCK THE DOORS. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WILSON AUTO GROUP (4202 LAKELAND DR, JACKSON, MS 39232, (601) 914-4200) WHERE THE KEYFOB BATTERY WAS REPLACED....
Mileage: 126,000
SOMETIMES THE CAR WILL NOT START. YOU HAVE TO TAKE THE TRANSMISSION OUT OF PARK AND PLACE INTO NEUTRAL, THEN PLACE BACK INTO PARK AGAIN IN ORDER FOR CAR TO START. I HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE TO FAIRFAX KIA MULTIPLE TIMES, BUT THEY SAY NOTHING IS WRONG. I AM ALSO ABLE TO PLACE CAR IN NEUTRAL WITHOUT PRES...
Mileage: 90,000
MY WHITE 2014 KIA SORENTO STARTED SHEDDING PAINT IN HUGE SECTIONS. DELAMINATION AND PEELING EVERYWHERE. IT WASN'T CAUSED BY A ROCK CHIP. IT'S HUGE BUBBLES UNDER THE SURFACE AND IT COMES OFF IN MASSIVE PIECES. THE WHOLE CAR WILL HAVE TO BE SANDED TO METAL AND REPAINTED!!
Mileage: 60,000
RAPID PAINT PEEL DUE TO DELAMINATION. IT STARTED AS A TINY DO THEN RAPIDLY BEGIN TO PEEL ON THE PANEL NEXT TO THE WINDSHIELD ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE.
Mileage: 160,000
MY CAR JUST SHUTS OFF DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD .WAS ON INTERSTATE 81 WHEN IT JUST CUT OFF LOST ALL CONTROLS THANK GOODNESS I WAS IN RIGHT LANE AN DRIFT TO SIDE THIS INTERSTATE IS VERY BUSY WITH TRACTOR TRAILERS. IT STARTED BACK UP AN MADE TO A EXIT AN IT DID IT AGAIN .HAVE SENT TO GARAGE AN FIXED A CAM...
Mileage: 134,701
PAINT IS PEELING ALL OVER AND RUSTING THE CAR. PEARL WHITE COLOR.
Mileage: 80,000
ON MARCH 1, 2020, I WENT OUT TO GET IN MY CAR AND NOTICED A 10" SWATCH OF PAINT MISSING ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF MY CAR BETWEEN THE WINDSHIELD AND DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW. APROXIMATELY 4 DAYS LATER, I NOTICED THE SAME THING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE.I WAS VERY UPSET AS IT IS ONLY A 2014, I HAVE BABIED IT AND ...
ON MARCH 1, 2020, I WENT OUT TO GET IN MY CAR AND NOTICED A 10" SWATCH OF PAINT MISSING ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF MY CAR BETWEEN THE WINDSHIELD AND DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW. APROXIMATELY 4 DAYS LATER, I NOTICED THE SAME THING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE.I WAS VERY UPSET AS IT IS ONLY A 2014, I HAVE BABIED IT AND ...
LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. THEY HAVE ALREADY BEEN REPLACED ONCE, I DO NOT BELIEVE IT IS THE BULB AS IIHS HAS RATED THESE LIGHTS ON THIS MODEL AS POOR AS WELL. WHILE DRIVING ON ANY ROAD WITHOUT REFLECTORS OR OVERHEAD LIGHTS IN THE EVENING IT IS VERY HARD TO SEE THE PAINTED LINES. I FEEL...
Mileage: 75,000
I AM HAVING AN ISSUE WITH MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS. THE BULB HAS TO BE REPLACED AT LEAST EVERY THREE MONTHS. WHEN I TURN THE LIGHTS OFF SOMETIMES THEY DO NOT COME BACK ON SO BECAUSE OF THIS ISSUE I AM FORCED TO LEAVE HEADLIGHTS ON AT ALL TIMES AND THEY STILL GO OUT AFTER A COUPLE MONTHS. OWNING THE CA...
Mileage: 80,000
MY VEHICLE KEEPS HAVING ISSUES WITH OIL. I GET REGULAR OIL CHANGES AN I HAVE TO PUT OIL IN IT EITHER EVERY 2WEEKS EVEN AFTER AN OIL CHANGE. I HAVE HAD AN OIL COMPSUMPTION TEST AN HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY CAR. THERE ARE NO OIL LEAKS AT ALL. I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY IN CRUISE CON...
Mileage: 157,000
MY VEHICLE KEEPS HAVING ISSUES WITH OIL. I GET REGULAR OIL CHANGES AN I HAVE TO PUT OIL IN IT EITHER EVERY 2WEEKS EVEN AFTER AN OIL CHANGE. I HAVE HAD AN OIL COMPSUMPTION TEST AN HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY CAR. THERE ARE NO OIL LEAKS AT ALL. I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY IN CRUISE CON...
Mileage: 157,000
MY VEHICLE KEEPS HAVING ISSUES WITH OIL. I GET REGULAR OIL CHANGES AN I HAVE TO PUT OIL IN IT EITHER EVERY 2WEEKS EVEN AFTER AN OIL CHANGE. I HAVE HAD AN OIL COMPSUMPTION TEST AN HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY CAR. THERE ARE NO OIL LEAKS AT ALL. I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY IN CRUISE CON...
Mileage: 157,000
RATTLING SOUND COMING FROM ENGINE. NO DETERMINATION AS TO WHAT IT IS.
Mileage: 17,000
WHEN BRAKING, BRAKES GIVE OUT AND CAR SKIDS. ON TURNS, I HAVE TO PUMP BRAKES TO TRY AND REGAIN CONTROL.
Mileage: 40,000
WHEN BRAKING, BRAKES GIVE OUT AND CAR SKIDS. ON TURNS, I HAVE TO PUMP BRAKES TO TRY AND REGAIN CONTROL.
Mileage: 40,000
WHEN BRAKING, BRAKES GIVE OUT AND CAR SKIDS. ON TURNS, I HAVE TO PUMP BRAKES TO TRY AND REGAIN CONTROL.
Mileage: 40,000
IN MAY. MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. I'M NOT SURE IF THE AIRBAGS ARE DEFECTIVE OR NOT, BUT I'M SCARED TO DRIVE AROUND WITH THE LIGHT ON. THEN ON JULY 16,2020, MY VEHICLE STARTED CUTTING OFF ON MY IN THE MIDST OF MOVING TRAFFIC. I HAVE TO THROW MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON AND COAST TO A SAFE P...
IN MAY. MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. I'M NOT SURE IF THE AIRBAGS ARE DEFECTIVE OR NOT, BUT I'M SCARED TO DRIVE AROUND WITH THE LIGHT ON. THEN ON JULY 16,2020, MY VEHICLE STARTED CUTTING OFF ON MY IN THE MIDST OF MOVING TRAFFIC. I HAVE TO THROW MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON AND COAST TO A SAFE P...
IN MAY. MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. I'M NOT SURE IF THE AIRBAGS ARE DEFECTIVE OR NOT, BUT I'M SCARED TO DRIVE AROUND WITH THE LIGHT ON. THEN ON JULY 16,2020, MY VEHICLE STARTED CUTTING OFF ON MY IN THE MIDST OF MOVING TRAFFIC. I HAVE TO THROW MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON AND COAST TO A SAFE P...
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO STARTED TO MAKE KNOCKING SOUND AND I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO CHECK OUT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DID NOT COME ON OR ANY OTHER WARNING SIGNS. AFTER CHECKING SERVICE DEPARTMENT SAID THAT THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND IT SOUNDS LIKE THERE ARE METAL PIECES IN THE ENGINE. THEY ALS...
Mileage: 126,000
NOTICED PEELING AND FLAKING OF PAINT ON ROOF AFTER WASHING. USED NON ABRASIVE MICRO FIBER HANDHELD CAR WASH MITT AND TURTLE WAX CAR SOAP. BACKUP CAMERA IS INOPERABLE. BOTH CONDITIONS (PREMATURE FLAKING OF PAINT AND BACKUP CAMERA BECOMING INOPERABLE) ARE KNOWN BY KIA FOR THIS MAKE/MODEL. NO RESOLUTIO...
Mileage: 91,000
NOTICED PEELING AND FLAKING OF PAINT ON ROOF AFTER WASHING. USED NON ABRASIVE MICRO FIBER HANDHELD CAR WASH MITT AND TURTLE WAX CAR SOAP. BACKUP CAMERA IS INOPERABLE. BOTH CONDITIONS (PREMATURE FLAKING OF PAINT AND BACKUP CAMERA BECOMING INOPERABLE) ARE KNOWN BY KIA FOR THIS MAKE/MODEL. NO RESOLUTIO...
Mileage: 91,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT N...
Mileage: 104,000
MOTOR WENT OUT ON THE HEATING UNIT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. *TR
MOTOR WENT OUT ON THE HEATING UNIT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. *TR
MOTOR WENT OUT ON THE HEATING UNIT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. *TR
THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND BASICALLY "DIED". POLICE ASSISTED MY DAUGHTER (WHO WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON HER WAY TO WORK ON A VERY BUSY INTERSTATE). CAR WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL SHOP WHERE IT REMAINED OVER THE WEEKEND. IT WAS THEN TOWED TO ANOTHER SHOP LOCAL TO MY RESIDENCE. UPON DIAGNOSIS, THE STARTER W...
AFTER 5 YEARS OF HAVING MY CAR, WHILE KEEPING UP WITH ALL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE, I AM CONSTANTLY HAVING ISSUES WITH THE LIGHTS. TO START, THE LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS BURN OUT AND I HAVE TO REPLACE ABOUT EVERY 3-4 MONTHS. THE LED STRIP OVER THE HEADLIGHT IS A RIP OFF, $700 TO REPLACE BECAUSE YOU CAN'T CH...
DRIVING ON 2014 KIA SORENTO WITH ONLY 84,000 MILES. DOING OIL CHANGE ON TIME I KEEP THE RECEIPTS FOR RECORDS. LAST FRIDAY WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY CAR BROKE DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. SOUNDED LIKE CRANKING ENGINE RATTLING. HAD TO TOW THE CAR TO MY MECHANIC THAT TOLD ME THE ENGINE BROKE DO...
Mileage: 84,000
DRIVING ON 2014 KIA SORENTO WITH ONLY 84,000 MILES. DOING OIL CHANGE ON TIME I KEEP THE RECEIPTS FOR RECORDS. LAST FRIDAY WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY CAR BROKE DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. SOUNDED LIKE CRANKING ENGINE RATTLING. HAD TO TOW THE CAR TO MY MECHANIC THAT TOLD ME THE ENGINE BROKE DO...
Mileage: 84,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING ANOTHER DRIVER WAS HONKING TO INFORM THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE FLAMES UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE FRONT PASSENGER OPENED THE DOOR AND CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS A FIRE. THE CONTACT WHO WAS THE DRIVER AND THE FRONT PASSENGER W...
Mileage: 115,000
CAR STOPPED RUNNING, WHILE DRIVING. WAS TOWED TO REPAIR CENTER. WAS TOLD ENGINE FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF 5-10,000 DOLLARS. THIS CAR ONLY HAS 66000 MILES. *TR
Mileage: 66,000
I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A 2 LANE HIGHWAY AT APPROX. 55 MPH AND THE ENGINE ABRUPTLY SHUT OFF. HOWEVER, ALL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS STILL WORKED, INCLUDING THE A/C, LIGHTS, AND THE NAVIGATION SCREEN. I DIDN'T EVEN HAVE TIME TO THINK ABOUT WHAT I NEEDED TO DO, BUT I WAS ABLE TO PULL INTO SOMEONE'S DR...
Mileage: 78,500
I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A 2 LANE HIGHWAY AT APPROX. 55 MPH AND THE ENGINE ABRUPTLY SHUT OFF. HOWEVER, ALL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS STILL WORKED, INCLUDING THE A/C, LIGHTS, AND THE NAVIGATION SCREEN. I DIDN'T EVEN HAVE TIME TO THINK ABOUT WHAT I NEEDED TO DO, BUT I WAS ABLE TO PULL INTO SOMEONE'S DR...
Mileage: 78,500
UNFORTUNATELY WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY IT SHUT OFF ABRUPTLY. *TR
Mileage: 162,000
UNFORTUNATELY WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY IT SHUT OFF ABRUPTLY. *TR
Mileage: 162,000
UNFORTUNATELY WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY IT SHUT OFF ABRUPTLY. *TR
Mileage: 162,000
MY TROUBLES BEGAN ON APRIL 6, 2020 WHEN MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON. I HAD NEVER HAD THIS ISSUE IN ANY PRIOR VEHICLE THEREFORE EVEN THOUGH WE WHERE AT THE HEIGHT OF A WORLDWIDE PANDEMIC I IMMEDIATELY CALLED THE KIA DEALERSHIP WHERE I HAVE MY VEHICLE SERVICED. I WAS ABLE TO GET AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE NEXT M...
I WAS AT A LIGHT ON FRIDAY AND MY CAR JUST TURNED OFF.I HAD TO PUSH IT TO THE GASTION. WHEN MY MECHANIC CAME TO LOOK AT IT ON FRIDAY HE SAID THAT MY ENGINE LOCKED I NEED A NEW ENGINE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THERE WASN'T A RECALL ON MY VIN NUMBER BUT THERE WAS RECALLS ON 2013 AND 2014 KIA SORENTO AND...
Mileage: 120,000
SOMETHING IS DRAINING THE BATTERY. IF THE CAR ISN'T DRIVEN FOR A FEW DAYS, IT WILL NOT START. *TR
Mileage: 3,000
EVERY 2 DAYS PUTTY A QUART OF OIL. *TR
EVERY 2 DAYS PUTTY A QUART OF OIL. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A DELAY BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR BEING DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE RESPONDING. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOUL...
Mileage: 80,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A DELAY BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR BEING DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE RESPONDING. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOUL...
Mileage: 80,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A DELAY BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR BEING DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE RESPONDING. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOUL...
Mileage: 80,000
MY ENGINE STARTED BLOWING SMOKE WHEN DRIVING OUT WITH MY FAMILY. I TOOK IT TO KIA DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THAT BOTH THE FRONT TIMING COVER AND THE OIL PAN GASKET HAD A LEAK AND THAT THEY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. MY CAR HAD AN ENGINE RECALL DONE BY THEM ON WHICH DURING MANUFACTURING THERE WERE METALS ...
Mileage: 125,574
I BOUGHT 2014 KIA SORRENTO WITH 93,000 ON IT HAD OIL CHANGE TO FULL MAX LIFE SYNTHETIC API OIL AND OIL FILTER CHANGE TO FULL SYNTHETIC FILTER AT 97,389 .THEN GOT TO AND OIL GOOD FOR 7,500 MILES. ENGINE WENT OUT AT 102,500. AND NORMAL DRIVING ..
Mileage: 102,500
WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, MY ENTIRE DASHBOARD WENT OUT. THIS MADE IT IMPOSSIBLE FOR ME TO SEE HOW FAST I WAS GOING. TURNS OUT, WHEN I TURN MY HEATED SEATS ON IT BLOWS THE FUSE FOR MY DASHBOARD. THIS IS VERY DISAPPOINTING, BECAUSE I JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO THIS HAPPENING.
Mileage: 90,660
ENGINE MALFUNCTION PERTAINING TO THROTTLE BODY. VEHICLE STARTED TO SKIP WHILE SITTING STATIONARY IN PARKING SPACE AS IF NOT RECEIVING ENOUGH FUEL THEN HAS REDUCED POWER. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER TO INQUIRE ABOUT POSSIBLE COVERAGE FOR REPLACEMENT SINCE VEHICLE HAD LESS THAN 100,000 MILES. DEALERSHIP T...
Mileage: 70,442
ENGINE MALFUNCTION PERTAINING TO THROTTLE BODY. VEHICLE STARTED TO SKIP WHILE SITTING STATIONARY IN PARKING SPACE AS IF NOT RECEIVING ENOUGH FUEL THEN HAS REDUCED POWER. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER TO INQUIRE ABOUT POSSIBLE COVERAGE FOR REPLACEMENT SINCE VEHICLE HAD LESS THAN 100,000 MILES. DEALERSHIP T...
Mileage: 70,442
MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THE FIRST TIME IN AUGUST OF 2019 . THE DEALERSHIP KEPT MY KIA SORENTO FOR ALMOST A MONTH . 3 DAYS AFTER I GOT IT BACK THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN BROUGHT IT BACK TO DEALERSHIP COST ME ANOTHER 155.00. 4 DAYS AFTER THAT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN FOR THE S...
MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THE FIRST TIME IN AUGUST OF 2019 . THE DEALERSHIP KEPT MY KIA SORENTO FOR ALMOST A MONTH . 3 DAYS AFTER I GOT IT BACK THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN BROUGHT IT BACK TO DEALERSHIP COST ME ANOTHER 155.00. 4 DAYS AFTER THAT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN FOR THE S...
CAR STARTED OVERHEATING AND COOLANT BACKED UP AND OVER FLOWED COOLANT RESERVOIR. ALSO BEING WINTER THERE WAS NO HEAT COMING FROM THE HEATER. THIS HAPPENED WHETHER TRAVELING 70 MILES AN HOUR, STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, OR IDLING IN PARK. TEMPERATURE GAUGE WOULD GO FROM NORMAL TEMP TO OVER HEATING TEMPS,...
Mileage: 109,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER AN OIL CHANGE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DAR CARS KIA LOCATED AT (4700 BRANCH AVE, MARLOW HEIGHTS, MD) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE WAS DEFE...
Mileage: 141,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, A LOUD RATTLING SOUND WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE OIL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE STALLED...
Mileage: 93,000
JANUARY 10, 2020 HAD THE RECALLS ON MY CAR CHECKED. NOTHING WAS WRONG. WHILE DRIVING HOME FEBRUARY 28, 2020, MY CAR STARTED TO MAKE A HORRIBLE KNOCKING NOISE. I WAS ONLY ABOUT 2 MILES FROM HOME. PULLED IN AND TURNED CAR OFF. CONTACT KIA WAS TOLD TO BRING CAR IN THE NEXT MORNING THAT THERE WAS A LIFE...
Mileage: 126,000
2014 KIA SORENTO CAR LOST ALL POWER AND WON'T START BATTERY FULLY CHARGED. WHILE GOING OVER 50 CAR JUST LOST POWER. WON'T TURN OVER NOTHING HAD TO PAY FOR TOW TO DEALERSHIP TO WAIT AND SEE IF THEY EVEN KNOW. VERY UNSAFE WAS THIRD TIME HAPPENING WHILE DRIVING THIS TIME DEAD. CAR HAS LESS THEN 84,000 ...
Mileage: 82,330
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO RECENTLY HAD AN ENGINE FAILURE. I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 65 MPH AND HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING SO I STARTED TO EXIT THE FREEWAY BY THE TIME I GOT TO THE MIDDLE LANE I HEARD A LOUD POP COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. I LOST ALL ACCELERATION AND COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE F...
Mileage: 170,000
MY VEHICLE HAS AUTOMATIC LOCKING DOORS AND WILL LOCK AUTOMATICALLY WHEN SHIFTING THE SUV FROM PARK INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE AND THEN WILL UNLOCK ONCE PLACED BACK IN PARK. HOWEVER RECENTLY THIS FUNCTION STOPPED WORKING ALTOGETHER AND THE LOCKS ON THE DOORS WILL NO LONGER LOCK WHEN SHIFTING THE CAR FROM ...
Mileage: 75,000
I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF THE RADIO AND TO UNLOCK THE DOORS WERE WORKING BECAUSE I HAD JUST DROPPED MY KIDS OFF AT SCHOOL, WENT TO TURN THE ENGINE ON THE RADIO STOP WORKING THE WINDOWS IT WON'T GO DOWN STOP WORKING AND THE DOOR OPENER BUTTON TO UNLOCK THE DOORS STOP WORKING. THE TIRE LIGHT KEEPS FLASH...
WAS DRIVING ON STATE HIGHWAY WHILE PASSING SLOWER MOVING VEHICLES. CAR SHUT OFF WHILE MOVING AT 60-65MPH WHILE OVERTAKING VEHICLES. PULLED OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY AS FAR AS POSSIBLE AS THE CAR HAD SHUTOFF COMPLETELY. TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR AND THE CAR WOULD NOT BEGIN THE STARTING PROCESS A...
Mileage: 85,000
BOTH FRONT BRAKES LOCKED UP, MECHANIC SAID NEED REPLACE CALIPERS AND HE HAS NEVER SEEN BOTH GO OUT AT SAME TIME. ALSO THE ABS LIGHT WON'T GO OFF. THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING OUT OF CONTROL, AFTER STOPPED AND CHECKED THE ROTORS WERE EXTREMELY HOT, THEY TURNED BLUE FROM THE HEAT.
THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY LOW AND I HAVE TO DRIVE WITH HIGH BEAMS ON AT NIGHT. CHANGING NEW BULBS DOESN'T FIX THE PROBLEM!
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO HAD 38,283 MILES ON IT AND THE RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PRIOR TO TAKING INTO THE MECHANIC FOR REPAIR I NOTICED A CLICKING/POP SOUND WHEN I WOULD TURN MY STEERING WHEEL. I WAS ADVISED BY THE MECHANIC THAT IT WAS FAULTY PART AND WORE OUT VERY QUICKLY. I CALLED KIA TO ...
Mileage: 38,283
AIR BAG LIGHT STAYED ON. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. NO ACCIDENT. AIRBAG HAS NEVER DEPLOYED. ONE DAY TO THE NEXT NO ISSUE. NOW I AM GREATLY CONCERNED FOR MY SAFETY.
THE ENGINE HAS BEEN BURNING OIL VERY QUICKLY. WE HAD AN OIL CHANGE AND AROUND 5,000 MILES LATER, THERE WAS ZERO OIL LEFT IN THE CAR - THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON. THEN IT WAS FINE UNTIL THE NEXT OIL CHANGE. THEN LESS THAN 3,000 MILES LATER, THE SAME THING HAPPENED. ADDED 4 QUARTS OF OIL TO IT AND ABOU...
Mileage: 115,000
DOORS JUST STARTED NOT UNLOCKING OR LOCKING WITH FOB OR BY DOOR PANEL AND THE BACK UP ALARM BEEPS NON STOP AS SOON AS YOU PUT IT IN REVERSE, ALL SENSORS ARE CLEAN.
Mileage: 116,000
THE HEADLIGHTS HAVE REPEATEDLY BURNED OUT. I WOULD ESTIMATE THAT I HAVE REPLACED THE RIGHT SIDE LOW BEAM 8-10 TIMES AND THE LEFT SIDE 3-5 TIMES. IT'S BEEN ROUGHLY A 2:1 RATIO. THIS LAST TIME BOTH HEADLIGHTS BURNED OUT WITHIN AN HOUR OF EACH OTHER AT NIGHT. FORTUNATELY I KEEP AN EXTRA BULB IN THE CAR...
Mileage: 120,000
THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND MY CAR STARTED SHAKING, KNOCKING, AND DECELERATING AS I TRIED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE.
Mileage: 189,000
THE ISSUE IS THE ENGINE IT'S BURNING THE OIL AND ONE OF THE RECALL THAT THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN A KNOCKING SOUND IN THE ENGINE AND THATS THE PROBLEM THAT I'M HAVING. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED IN THE ROAD WHEN I SMELLED THE BURNING OIL. NOW MY MECHANICS SAYS THAT I HAVE TO REPLACE A ENGINE THAT ONLY IS 6 YR...
Mileage: 144,000
THE STEERING COLUMN RATTLES AS THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.
THE STEERING COLUMN RATTLES AS THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.
TODAY I WAS DRIVING TO MY PARENTS HOUSE ON A LONG STRAIGHT AWAY HIGHWAY (55MPH SPEED LIMIT). I BEGAN PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE AND AS SOON AS I GOT AROUND HIM MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, OIL LIGHT, AND BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON. I PROMPTLY PULLED OVER ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND SHUT THE CAR OFF. I CHECKED OIL...
Mileage: 94,000
TODAY I WAS DRIVING TO MY PARENTS HOUSE ON A LONG STRAIGHT AWAY HIGHWAY (55MPH SPEED LIMIT). I BEGAN PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE AND AS SOON AS I GOT AROUND HIM MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, OIL LIGHT, AND BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON. I PROMPTLY PULLED OVER ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND SHUT THE CAR OFF. I CHECKED OIL...
Mileage: 94,000
MY HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO BLOW OUT EVERY FEW WEEKS, NO MATTER WHAT KIND OF BULB I USE. LAST NIGHT WHILE ON A VERY DARK AND RAINY ROAD, BOTH HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT FORCING ME TO DRIVE WITH MY HAZARDS WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE CAR. VERY DANGEROUS. APPARENTLY, THIS ISN'T AN ISOLATED INCIDENT.
Mileage: 91,000
MY HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO BLOW OUT EVERY FEW WEEKS, NO MATTER WHAT KIND OF BULB I USE. LAST NIGHT WHILE ON A VERY DARK AND RAINY ROAD, BOTH HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT FORCING ME TO DRIVE WITH MY HAZARDS WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE CAR. VERY DANGEROUS. APPARENTLY, THIS ISN'T AN ISOLATED INCIDENT.
Mileage: 91,000
WHEN VEHICLE IS NOW IN REVERSE AND YOU BEGIN TO TURN TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT, THERE IS THIS UNUSUAL GRATING NOISE EMANATING FROM THE FRONT AXLE. THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN AGAIN ONCE VEHICLE IS IN FORWARD MOTION ( DRIVE) . THIS PROBLEM IS ON THE INCREASE.
Mileage: 60,000
THIS HEADLIGHT PROBLEM HAS BEEN ONGOING WITH KIA AND SINCE I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN 2016 WITH 26,000 MILES. AND I REPLACED MANY HEADLIGHT BULBS THEN DECEMBER 2019 WENT TO DEALERSHIP TO GET LED SAFETY DAYLIGHT HEADLIGHT BULB REPLACED. WAS TOLD NO BULB FOR IT ACCOUNT IT'S ENCASED IN HEADLIGHT ASSEM...
Mileage: 72,000
CAR WILL NOT LOCK DOORS WITH LOCK SWITCH IN FRONT DOORS AND WITH KEY FOB. THIS STARTED IN JUNE OF 2016 ON AND OFF CAR HAS BEEN TO CONCORD KIA 2 TIMES NOW IN THE LAST 4 YEARS IT WOULD LOCK ON AND OFF NOW ITS ALL THE TIME NOT WORKING AND THEY SAY THEY CAN'T GET IT TO NOT WORK, WE HAVE READ THAT THIS...
Mileage: 35,000
CAR WILL NOT LOCK DOORS WITH LOCK SWITCH IN FRONT DOORS AND WITH KEY FOB. THIS STARTED IN JUNE OF 2016 ON AND OFF CAR HAS BEEN TO CONCORD KIA 2 TIMES NOW IN THE LAST 4 YEARS IT WOULD LOCK ON AND OFF NOW ITS ALL THE TIME NOT WORKING AND THEY SAY THEY CAN'T GET IT TO NOT WORK, WE HAVE READ THAT THIS...
Mileage: 35,000
2014 KIA SORENTO JUST QUIT WORKING. ME AND THE FAMILY WERE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE GOING 70MPH AND THE CAR STARTED MAKING A LOUD TICKING NOISE THEN JUST LOST POWER AND SHUT OFF. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF THE INTERSTATE SAFELY.
Mileage: 132,000
2014 KIA SORENTO WILL NOT LOCK THE DOORS USING THE KEY FOB OR THE DOOR PANEL. SO THIS MEANS I HAVE TO WALK AROUND EACH DOOR AND LOCK THEM BY HAND. THIS IS A BIG SAFETY CONCERN WHEN TRAVELING THROUGH HIGH CRIME AREAS. ONCE ALL THE DOORS ARE LOCKED I CAN PUSH THE LOCK BUTTON ON MY KEY FOB TO SET THE A...
Mileage: 84,000
POWER LOCKS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. DOORS DO NOT LOCK AND THIS OCCURS VARIABLY. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN AS DOORS DO NOT LOCK AND I HAVE SMALL CHILDREN. KIA DEALERSHIP STATES THERE ARE NO RECALLS ALTHOUGH MULTIPLE CONSUMERS REPORT SIMILAR ISSUES.
Mileage: 50,000
ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH OIL FILTER LIGHT ONLY WEEKS AFTER OIL CHANGE AND KNOCKING SOUND BECAME CLEAR IN MY ENGINE AREA. VEHICLE HAS ALSO SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING.
Mileage: 10
ENGINE OIL BURNOUT - WITHIN 3 WEEKS OF A FRESH OIL CHANGE THE OIL COMPLETELY BURNED OUT OF THE CRANK CASE / 2 OIL CHANGES PERFORMED WITHIN 3 WEEKS , NO OIL LEAKS OR SMOKE FROM EXHAUST , VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND IMMEDIATELY HERD A KNOCK AND PULLED OVER AND SHUT VEHICLE OFF BEFORE ANY MAJOR DAMAGES ...
Mileage: 108,000
I HAVE TWO MAJOR SAFETY HAZARDS GOING ON WITH MY VEHICLE THAT I FEAR FOR THE SAFETY OF MY 4 CHILDREN AND WIFE WHEN WE'RE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND OTHER FAST ROADS. THE FIRST ISSUE IS THE ELECTRICAL. IT FIRST STARTED BACK AROUND 40,000 MILES WHEN I TOOK MY KIA TO A KIA DEALERSHIP IN NAPERVILLE, IL...
Mileage: 57,000
I HAVE TWO MAJOR SAFETY HAZARDS GOING ON WITH MY VEHICLE THAT I FEAR FOR THE SAFETY OF MY 4 CHILDREN AND WIFE WHEN WE'RE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND OTHER FAST ROADS. THE FIRST ISSUE IS THE ELECTRICAL. IT FIRST STARTED BACK AROUND 40,000 MILES WHEN I TOOK MY KIA TO A KIA DEALERSHIP IN NAPERVILLE, IL...
Mileage: 57,000
I HAVE TWO MAJOR SAFETY HAZARDS GOING ON WITH MY VEHICLE THAT I FEAR FOR THE SAFETY OF MY 4 CHILDREN AND WIFE WHEN WE'RE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND OTHER FAST ROADS. THE FIRST ISSUE IS THE ELECTRICAL. IT FIRST STARTED BACK AROUND 40,000 MILES WHEN I TOOK MY KIA TO A KIA DEALERSHIP IN NAPERVILLE, IL...
Mileage: 57,000
DOOR LOCKS ONLY LOCK AND UNLOCK OCCASIONLY. BATTERIES REPLACED IN FOBS STILL NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. READ THAT SLOT OF PEOPLE HAVE OR HAD THE SAME ISSUE. DOORS WOULD TYPICALLY LOCK WHEN YOU DRIVE. USE TO NOT ANYMORE. HAD CAR IN FOR RECALL ON ENGINE THIS YEAR.
Mileage: 25,000
DOOR LOCKS ONLY LOCK AND UNLOCK OCCASIONLY. BATTERIES REPLACED IN FOBS STILL NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. READ THAT SLOT OF PEOPLE HAVE OR HAD THE SAME ISSUE. DOORS WOULD TYPICALLY LOCK WHEN YOU DRIVE. USE TO NOT ANYMORE. HAD CAR IN FOR RECALL ON ENGINE THIS YEAR.
Mileage: 25,000
LIGHTING FROM HEADLIGHTS IS TOO DIM TO DRIVE AT NIGHT. CANNOT SEE 5 FEET AHEAD. BULBS WERE REPLACED. DEALER ADJUSTED THEM. STILL NO CHANGE. DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AT NIGHT. I AM LIMITED TO DRIVE IN DAYLIGHT ONLY AS I CANNOT SEE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT WITH 20/20 VISION.
Mileage: 75,000
THE ENGINE PROBLEMS I STARTED EXPERIENCING 1.CAR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING, 2. KNOCKING NOISE FROM ENGINE, LACK OF POWER LOW OIL PRESSURE, WHEN I PUT OIL IN THE CAR, SEEMS LIKE THE NEXT DAYS ITS LOW AGAIN,(EMPTY)I SPENT MANY DOLLARS ON OIL, I HAD THE OIL CHANGED EVERY 3 MONTHS SOMETIMES AT (KIA) ...
Mileage: 93,883
THE ENGINE PROBLEMS I STARTED EXPERIENCING 1.CAR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING, 2. KNOCKING NOISE FROM ENGINE, LACK OF POWER LOW OIL PRESSURE, WHEN I PUT OIL IN THE CAR, SEEMS LIKE THE NEXT DAYS ITS LOW AGAIN,(EMPTY)I SPENT MANY DOLLARS ON OIL, I HAD THE OIL CHANGED EVERY 3 MONTHS SOMETIMES AT (KIA) ...
Mileage: 93,883
THE ENGINE PROBLEMS I STARTED EXPERIENCING 1.CAR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING, 2. KNOCKING NOISE FROM ENGINE, LACK OF POWER LOW OIL PRESSURE, WHEN I PUT OIL IN THE CAR, SEEMS LIKE THE NEXT DAYS ITS LOW AGAIN,(EMPTY)I SPENT MANY DOLLARS ON OIL, I HAD THE OIL CHANGED EVERY 3 MONTHS SOMETIMES AT (KIA) ...
Mileage: 93,883
ON DECEMBER 24TH, AROUND 9:30 AT NIGHT, I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON I25 (HIGHWAY) TOWARD DENVER AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPG. MY FAMILY, INCLUDING MY WIFE, 2 BOYS AND MOTHER-IN LAW WERE PASSENGERS. THE TEMPERATURE WAS APPROXIMATELY 40 DEGREES AND I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT. WITH NO WARNING, A LARGE THUNDEROUS ...
Mileage: 55,000
MY AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN GOING ON/OFF FOR A FEW MONTHS NOW, AND I HAVE CONTACTED SEVERAL KIA DEALERSHIPS THAT HAVE TOLD ME MY CAR IS NOT A PART OF AN AIRBAG RECALL, AND IF I WANT IT FIXED, I WILL HAVE TO COME OUT OF POCKET TO THE TIME OF ABOUT $2,000 TO GET THIS FIXED. THE DEALERSHIPS I CALLED, AND...
Mileage: 80,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE ABS SENSOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SELBYVILLE HOLLY KIA (38015 DUPONT BLVD, SELBYVILLE, DE) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE SPEED SENSOR WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WA...
Mileage: 28,000
WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK MY HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING AT NOW THEN MY BRAKES STOPPED WORKING. SO I HAD NO LIGHTS AT ALL. ALMOST GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE OTHER VEHICLES COULD NOT SEE ME UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT IT HAPPENED. I AM HAVING TO WAIT UNTIL THIS MORN...
Mileage: 126,582
HEADLIGHTS IN DIM MODE ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. CAR CANNOT BE DRIVEN AN NIGHT WITHOUT BEING A SAFETY HAZARD! THIS STARTED OVER 3 YEARS AGO AND HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN WORSE. REPLACE BULBS BUT DEALER SAID THERE WAS NOTHING ELSE THEY COULD DO TO IMPROVE LIGHTING.
Mileage: 40,000
ENGINE SEIZED WITH NO WARNING. COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE. WE HAVE MAINTAINED THE VEHICLE AND HAVE HAD NO PRIOR ISSUES. THE ENGINE SEIZED AT 90,000 MILES DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT NEVER CAME ON. WE HAVE THE 100,000 MILE WARRANTY AND KIA HAS NOT COVERED THE REPAIRS TO THE ENGINE. WE ...
Mileage: 90,000
ENGINE SEIZED WITH NO WARNING. COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE. WE HAVE MAINTAINED THE VEHICLE AND HAVE HAD NO PRIOR ISSUES. THE ENGINE SEIZED AT 90,000 MILES DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT NEVER CAME ON. WE HAVE THE 100,000 MILE WARRANTY AND KIA HAS NOT COVERED THE REPAIRS TO THE ENGINE. WE ...
Mileage: 90,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE PANORAMIC SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPACT OCCURING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT GLASS ENTERED HIS EYES. HE FLUSHED HIS EYES WITH WATER. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT CALLED WESELOH KIA CARLSBAD (5331 PASEO DEL NORTE,...
Mileage: 86,000
MOTOR LOCKED UP WITH 85000 MILES. ENTERING INTERSTATE ON A ON RAMP AT 55 MILES PER HOUR AND CAR JUST SHUT OFF AND MECHANIC SAID MOTOR IS LOCKED UP. THERE WAS METAL IN THE OIL.
Mileage: 85,000
PURCHASED A USED 2014 KIA SORENTO SHOWING 106K MILES. TEST DRIVE WITH THE SALESMAN FOR ABOUT 6 MILES VARIOUS TYPES OF ROADS. VERY IMPRESSED WITH THE CAR, PERFORMED WELL. PURCHASED IT SATURDAY AFTERNOON JUST PRIOR TO THE USED CAR DEALER CLOSING. AFTER PAPERWORK AND PLATES DONE, DROVE IT TOWARD HOME. ...
Mileage: 106,000
PURCHASED A USED 2014 KIA SORENTO SHOWING 106K MILES. TEST DRIVE WITH THE SALESMAN FOR ABOUT 6 MILES VARIOUS TYPES OF ROADS. VERY IMPRESSED WITH THE CAR, PERFORMED WELL. PURCHASED IT SATURDAY AFTERNOON JUST PRIOR TO THE USED CAR DEALER CLOSING. AFTER PAPERWORK AND PLATES DONE, DROVE IT TOWARD HOME. ...
Mileage: 106,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE DIM WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KIA OF AUGUSTA (706-312-9200, LOCATED AT 1770 GORDON HWY, AUGUSTA, GA 30904...
Mileage: 77,000
ACCELERATION WHEN SHIFTING INTO DRIVE MODE STARTS OFF WITH A HIGH REV THEN AFTER A FEW SECONDS A HARD SHIFT INTO A NORMAL DRIVE PATTERN
PURCHASED VEHICLE A YEAR AGO AND ALREADY PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE. SEVERAL MONTHS AGO WHILE ON HIGHWAY MY ENGINE BEGAN TO SEIZE AND I HAD TO COAST THE VEHICLE CAREFULLY TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THOUGHT PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED THEN AGAIN AS PREPARING TO TURN ONTO MY STREET THROUGH AN INTERSECTION THE ENGINE...
Mileage: 101,000
POWER PORTS KEEP BLOWING FUSES, REAR HATCH QUIT OPENING, ENGINE SURGING, SPEEDOMETER BOUNCING, TEMPERATURE GAUGE SOMETIMES BOUNCES, WHITE CLOUD OF EXHAUST SOMETIMES, A/C DON'T BLOW COLD EVEN WHEN CHARGED
Mileage: 135,000
POWER PORTS KEEP BLOWING FUSES, REAR HATCH QUIT OPENING, ENGINE SURGING, SPEEDOMETER BOUNCING, TEMPERATURE GAUGE SOMETIMES BOUNCES, WHITE CLOUD OF EXHAUST SOMETIMES, A/C DON'T BLOW COLD EVEN WHEN CHARGED
Mileage: 135,000
POWER PORTS KEEP BLOWING FUSES, REAR HATCH QUIT OPENING, ENGINE SURGING, SPEEDOMETER BOUNCING, TEMPERATURE GAUGE SOMETIMES BOUNCES, WHITE CLOUD OF EXHAUST SOMETIMES, A/C DON'T BLOW COLD EVEN WHEN CHARGED
Mileage: 135,000
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 65 MILES PER HOUR WHEN THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY LOST ALL POWER IT WAS ACTING AS IF THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK AS IN WHEN YOU TURN THE KEY OR YOU GOT WAS A CLICK SO YOUR VEHICLE HASN'T BEEN RESTARTED SINCE THE INCIDENT AND I'M BEING TOLD MY ENGINE WAS BLOWIN...
Mileage: 88,000
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT HAS IGNITED 3 TIMES, BLINKING CONTINOUSLY, PLACING MY VEHICLE INTO LIMP HOME MODE. KIA REFUSES TO REPLACE THE KNOCK SENSOR OR ENGINE.
Mileage: 85,000
MY WIFE AND I WERE ON THE 91 FREEWAY IN LIGHT TRAFFIC AND CAME TO THE END OF THE FREEWAY WHICH BECOMES ARTESIA BLVD IN GARDENA, CA. WE WERE SITTING AT THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE FREEWAY AND WE HEARD THIS REALLY LOUD KNOCKING NOISE SO I SHUT THE ENGINE OFF. I RESTARTED THE ENGINE AND IT WAS OK FOR ...
Mileage: 1,001,049
MY WIFE AND I WERE ON THE 91 FREEWAY IN LIGHT TRAFFIC AND CAME TO THE END OF THE FREEWAY WHICH BECOMES ARTESIA BLVD IN GARDENA, CA. WE WERE SITTING AT THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE FREEWAY AND WE HEARD THIS REALLY LOUD KNOCKING NOISE SO I SHUT THE ENGINE OFF. I RESTARTED THE ENGINE AND IT WAS OK FOR ...
Mileage: 1,001,049
MY WIFE AND I WERE ON THE 91 FREEWAY IN LIGHT TRAFFIC AND CAME TO THE END OF THE FREEWAY WHICH BECOMES ARTESIA BLVD IN GARDENA, CA. WE WERE SITTING AT THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE FREEWAY AND WE HEARD THIS REALLY LOUD KNOCKING NOISE SO I SHUT THE ENGINE OFF. I RESTARTED THE ENGINE AND IT WAS OK FOR ...
Mileage: 1,001,049
IN THE LAST TWO YEARS I HAVE REPLACED EVERY BULB IN MY CAR AND MULTIPLE FUSES AND FOR SOME REASON THERE IS STILL A SHORT IN MY FUSE PANEL SO MY BRAKE LIGHTS CONSTANTLY POP THE FUSE. IT IS COST ME A LOT OF MONEY AND WE STILL HAVE NOT FOUND OUT WHERE THE SHORT IS IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BUT MY BRAKE ...
Mileage: 137,000
IN THE LAST TWO YEARS I HAVE REPLACED EVERY BULB IN MY CAR AND MULTIPLE FUSES AND FOR SOME REASON THERE IS STILL A SHORT IN MY FUSE PANEL SO MY BRAKE LIGHTS CONSTANTLY POP THE FUSE. IT IS COST ME A LOT OF MONEY AND WE STILL HAVE NOT FOUND OUT WHERE THE SHORT IS IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BUT MY BRAKE ...
Mileage: 137,000
LOUD KNOCKIN/TICKING NOISE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ON. BACKUP CAMERA MALFUNCTION, LOOSE GRIP ON THE STEERING & AT TIMES,WHEEL DOES NOT TURN ON ITS OWN AFTER TURNING. OIL IS DIRTY & SMELLS LIKE GASOLINE. PURCHASED VEHICLE ON 10/28 WITH ABOUT 70K MILES. HERE AT THE DEALERSHIP TO ADDRESS THESE ISSUES...
LOUD KNOCKIN/TICKING NOISE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ON. BACKUP CAMERA MALFUNCTION, LOOSE GRIP ON THE STEERING & AT TIMES,WHEEL DOES NOT TURN ON ITS OWN AFTER TURNING. OIL IS DIRTY & SMELLS LIKE GASOLINE. PURCHASED VEHICLE ON 10/28 WITH ABOUT 70K MILES. HERE AT THE DEALERSHIP TO ADDRESS THESE ISSUES...
LOUD KNOCKIN/TICKING NOISE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ON. BACKUP CAMERA MALFUNCTION, LOOSE GRIP ON THE STEERING & AT TIMES,WHEEL DOES NOT TURN ON ITS OWN AFTER TURNING. OIL IS DIRTY & SMELLS LIKE GASOLINE. PURCHASED VEHICLE ON 10/28 WITH ABOUT 70K MILES. HERE AT THE DEALERSHIP TO ADDRESS THESE ISSUES...
10/16/2019 I WAS DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED WHEN I HEARD A LOUD THUNK OR BANG. MY CAR LOST POWER AND I PULLED TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. AS I WAS STOPPING THE ENGINE AND OIL LIGHTS FLASHED ON. THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND WITHIN 5 MINUTES, THE SMOKE HAD INCREASED AND FLAM...
Mileage: 108,000
THE CAR WAS RUNNING PERFECTLY FINE NEVER HAD AN ISSUE WITH IT. IT RANDOMLY STARTED KNOCKING/ MAKING A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AND SHUT OFF AS I WAS D WITH MY TWO KIDS. WHEN I TRIED TO START IT BACK UP IT CONTINUALLY SHUT OFF, IT WOULD NOT STAY RUNNING. IT WAS RUNNING AT NORMAL TEMPERATURE WHEN I ...
THE CAR WAS RUNNING PERFECTLY FINE NEVER HAD AN ISSUE WITH IT. IT RANDOMLY STARTED KNOCKING/ MAKING A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AND SHUT OFF AS I WAS D WITH MY TWO KIDS. WHEN I TRIED TO START IT BACK UP IT CONTINUALLY SHUT OFF, IT WOULD NOT STAY RUNNING. IT WAS RUNNING AT NORMAL TEMPERATURE WHEN I ...
THE CAR WAS RUNNING PERFECTLY FINE NEVER HAD AN ISSUE WITH IT. IT RANDOMLY STARTED KNOCKING/ MAKING A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AND SHUT OFF AS I WAS D WITH MY TWO KIDS. WHEN I TRIED TO START IT BACK UP IT CONTINUALLY SHUT OFF, IT WOULD NOT STAY RUNNING. IT WAS RUNNING AT NORMAL TEMPERATURE WHEN I ...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO KING KIA (953 N FREDERICK AVE, GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879, (301) 948-3333) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOW...
Mileage: 80,000
ON REGULAR TERRAIN THE DRIVERS SEAT BECAME NOTICEABLY LOOSE, AND UPON GOING OVER A SPEED BUMP AND SLIGHTLY ROUGHER TERRAIN, THE SEAT IS UNSTABLE AND MOVES OUT OF PLACE. A FEW DAYS LATER THE SENSOR LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD FOR THE AIRBAGS. UNCERTAIN WITH HOW IT HAPPENED, IT IS A MAJOR SAFETY C...
Mileage: 186,243
ON REGULAR TERRAIN THE DRIVERS SEAT BECAME NOTICEABLY LOOSE, AND UPON GOING OVER A SPEED BUMP AND SLIGHTLY ROUGHER TERRAIN, THE SEAT IS UNSTABLE AND MOVES OUT OF PLACE. A FEW DAYS LATER THE SENSOR LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD FOR THE AIRBAGS. UNCERTAIN WITH HOW IT HAPPENED, IT IS A MAJOR SAFETY C...
Mileage: 186,243
MY BATTERY DISCHARGE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING WITHIN 5 MINUTES MY CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. I LOST MY POWER STEERING AND BRAKE SYSTEM. THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, DOOR OPEN LIGHTS, AND SEVERAL OTHER WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON ALL AT THE SAME TIME. I HAVE REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR, THE BATTERY, AND THE...
Mileage: 116,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, A RATTLING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH UP A HILL AND DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND STRUGGLED TO GO UP THE HILL. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS UP THE HILL, A RA...
Mileage: 100,999
MY 2014 ENGINE OVER HEATED WHICH LEAD TO A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. I WAS ON A HIGHWAY AND ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE CAR LOST POWER AND EXCESSIVELY OVERHEATED.
Mileage: 134,634
UPON INITIATING AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION WHEN A LIGHT TURNED GREEN ALL THE DASH LIGHTS WENT BERSERK, THERE WAS A LOUD POP, FOLLOWED BY SMOKE COMING FROM THE HOOD OF THE CAR. THE CAR DIED AND WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED FOR A SINGLE SMALL ACCELERATION TO THE SHOULDER. THICK...
Mileage: 106,000
INTERMITTENT DOOR LOCK & TAILGATE ISSUES ... SOMETIMES THEY FUNCTION PROPERLY AND SOMETIMES NOT. PROBLEM IS I SPEND THE ENTIRE DAY AT THE DEALERS AND THE PROBLEM OF COURSE DOES NOT HAPPEN ... SO THEY CAN'T DIAGNOSE OR FIX THE PROBLEM ! THEY TELL ME TO BRING IT BACK WHEN IT HAPPENS AGAIN ! SO IT HAPP...
Mileage: 54,000
ON SATURDAY 9/28 - I HAPPEN TO NOTICE SOME LEAKING NEAR THE FRONT OF MY SORENTO NEAR THE RIGHT WHEEL ... I OPENED THE HOOD AND NOTICE A LEAK ALL OVER THAT SIDE OF THE CAR... TOOK THE CAR TO MECHANIC ON 9/29 AND THE MECHANIC STATED OIL IS MIXING INTO ANTIFREEZE ... WENT TO 2 MECHANICS AND BOT...
Mileage: 78,888
ON SATURDAY 9/28 - I HAPPEN TO NOTICE SOME LEAKING NEAR THE FRONT OF MY SORENTO NEAR THE RIGHT WHEEL ... I OPENED THE HOOD AND NOTICE A LEAK ALL OVER THAT SIDE OF THE CAR... TOOK THE CAR TO MECHANIC ON 9/29 AND THE MECHANIC STATED OIL IS MIXING INTO ANTIFREEZE ... WENT TO 2 MECHANICS AND BOT...
Mileage: 78,888
ON SATURDAY 9/28 - I HAPPEN TO NOTICE SOME LEAKING NEAR THE FRONT OF MY SORENTO NEAR THE RIGHT WHEEL ... I OPENED THE HOOD AND NOTICE A LEAK ALL OVER THAT SIDE OF THE CAR... TOOK THE CAR TO MECHANIC ON 9/29 AND THE MECHANIC STATED OIL IS MIXING INTO ANTIFREEZE ... WENT TO 2 MECHANICS AND BOT...
Mileage: 78,888
I TOOK MY CAR TO THE FRANKLIN KIA FOR A RECALL AND THE GUY ASKED ME WHAT WAS OUT THERE FOR AND I TOLD THEM FOR THE RECALL AND HE ASKED ME WHAT ELSE IS GOING ON WITH THE CAR AND I TOLD HIM MY AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON MY CD PLAYER WORK SOMETIMES SOMETIMES IT DIDN'T AND MY SPEAK BUTTON WORK AND SOMETIME IT ...
I TOOK MY CAR TO THE FRANKLIN KIA FOR A RECALL AND THE GUY ASKED ME WHAT WAS OUT THERE FOR AND I TOLD THEM FOR THE RECALL AND HE ASKED ME WHAT ELSE IS GOING ON WITH THE CAR AND I TOLD HIM MY AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON MY CD PLAYER WORK SOMETIMES SOMETIMES IT DIDN'T AND MY SPEAK BUTTON WORK AND SOMETIME IT ...
I TOOK MY CAR TO THE FRANKLIN KIA FOR A RECALL AND THE GUY ASKED ME WHAT WAS OUT THERE FOR AND I TOLD THEM FOR THE RECALL AND HE ASKED ME WHAT ELSE IS GOING ON WITH THE CAR AND I TOLD HIM MY AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON MY CD PLAYER WORK SOMETIMES SOMETIMES IT DIDN'T AND MY SPEAK BUTTON WORK AND SOMETIME IT ...
CAR WAS IN DRIVE IN A PARKING LOT, WHEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS PUSHED IT STUCK AND WOULD NOT RELEASE, CAR SPED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED EVEN WITH BRAKE AND EMERGENCY BRAKE ON. I TRIED TAKING CAR OUT OF GEAR AND IT WENT INTO REVERSE AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. FINALLY I WAS ABLE TO TURN CAR OFF BUT I AM S...
Mileage: 30,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK AND RAISED UP. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT CHECKED THE TIRES AND FOUND NO FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S H...
Mileage: 34,685
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK AND RAISED UP. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT CHECKED THE TIRES AND FOUND NO FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S H...
Mileage: 34,685
ENGINE LEAK FROM UNDER THE MOTOR. THAT WAS SUMMER TIME 2019
Mileage: 65
ENGINE LEAK FROM UNDER THE MOTOR. THAT WAS SUMMER TIME 2019
Mileage: 65
ENGINE LEAK FROM UNDER THE MOTOR. THAT WAS SUMMER TIME 2019
Mileage: 65
CRUISE CONTROL MECHANISM IS WORKING IMPROPERLY. DOES NOT ALWAYS TURN ON, SOME TIMES CAN SET CRUISE WITH THE CANCEL BUTTON. CAN NEVER SET WITH THE ACTUAL SET BUTTON. VERY FAULTY AND DANGEROUS
Mileage: 98,000
AT THE BEGINNING OF AUGUST 2019, MY AIR CONDITIONER STARTED PUTTING OUT HOT AIR. I HAD MY OIL CHANGED AT THE KIA DEALERSHIP ON 8/16 AND THEY DID THE USUAL SAFETY CHECK AND THEY DIDN'T MENTION ANYTHING (I FORGOT TO MENTION THE AIR CONDITIONING). ON 8/25 I WAS DRIVING HOME AND IT WAS VERY HOT OUT AND ...
Mileage: 84,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD, BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT GLIDED INTO A PARKING LOT AND SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TESTED THE VEHICLE, RECHARGED TH...
Mileage: 107,000
KIA ENGINE RECALL. 2014 KIA SORENTO HAS THE 3.3 V6 LAMBDA II ENGINE. DRIVING CAR ON FREEWAY AND SUDDENLY LOUD KNOCKING NOISES COMING FROM ENGINE THAT BECAME LOUDER WITH ACCELERATION - MAKING CAR UNDRIVEABLE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, IT IS CURRENTLY STILL THERE - DIAGNOSIS SO FAR IS METAL SH...
Mileage: 86,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE IN TRAFFIC, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VICTOR VALLEY KIA (14644 VALLEY CENTER DR, VICTORVILLE, CA 92395, (760) 955-0046) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVE THE RESULTS. THE ...
Mileage: 70,000
WHEN TRAVELLING ON A HIGHWAY AT SPEEDS OF 70-73 MPH, AFTER 45 MINUTES TO ONE HOUR OF DRIVING THE CAR SHUTS ITSELF OFF. THE CAR STOPS COMPLETELY, THE ENGINE SHUTS ITSELF OFF, THERE IS NO POWER STEERING, AND NO AIR CONDITIONING AND NO LIGHTS. THE RADIO CONTINUES TO WORK, WHICH OF COURSE IS THE LEAST O...
Mileage: 74,000
WHEN TRAVELLING ON A HIGHWAY AT SPEEDS OF 70-73 MPH, AFTER 45 MINUTES TO ONE HOUR OF DRIVING THE CAR SHUTS ITSELF OFF. THE CAR STOPS COMPLETELY, THE ENGINE SHUTS ITSELF OFF, THERE IS NO POWER STEERING, AND NO AIR CONDITIONING AND NO LIGHTS. THE RADIO CONTINUES TO WORK, WHICH OF COURSE IS THE LEAST O...
Mileage: 74,000
WHEN TRAVELLING ON A HIGHWAY AT SPEEDS OF 70-73 MPH, AFTER 45 MINUTES TO ONE HOUR OF DRIVING THE CAR SHUTS ITSELF OFF. THE CAR STOPS COMPLETELY, THE ENGINE SHUTS ITSELF OFF, THERE IS NO POWER STEERING, AND NO AIR CONDITIONING AND NO LIGHTS. THE RADIO CONTINUES TO WORK, WHICH OF COURSE IS THE LEAST O...
Mileage: 74,000
HEARING CLICK WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL WHEN DRIVING TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY CAN'T FIND THE PROBLEM SEEMS LIKE IT'S GETTING WORSE EVERY DAY WE PAID LOT OF MONEY FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IT'S EVERY DAY CAR WE ARE SO AFRAID FOR OUR SAFETY IS NOT TIE ROD OR AXLE WE ASK OTHER MECHANIC DEALER TOLD ...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. WHEN THE GLASS WAS SHATTERED, THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR CUTS TO THE RIGHT HAND AND ARM THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS WAS THE SECOND OCCURRENCE OF TH...
Mileage: 32,000
CATALYTIC CONVERTER NEEDING TO BE REPLACED AT 88K MILES. LOST POWER/ACCELERATION ON HIGHWAY
Mileage: 88,200
CATALYTIC CONVERTER NEEDING TO BE REPLACED AT 88K MILES. LOST POWER/ACCELERATION ON HIGHWAY
Mileage: 88,200
ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS MY TRUCK SHUTS DOWN, BASICALLY THE WHEEL LOCKS AND THE TRUCK LOSES POWER, AND RESTARTS BY ITSELF. RECENTLY I WAS ON THE FREEWAY AND THE ENGINE LIGHT, OIL LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON AND I LOST SPEED, I STEPPED ON THE GAS AND TRUCK WAS NOT MOVING, I WAS ABLE TO GET ...
Mileage: 60,000
ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS MY TRUCK SHUTS DOWN, BASICALLY THE WHEEL LOCKS AND THE TRUCK LOSES POWER, AND RESTARTS BY ITSELF. RECENTLY I WAS ON THE FREEWAY AND THE ENGINE LIGHT, OIL LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON AND I LOST SPEED, I STEPPED ON THE GAS AND TRUCK WAS NOT MOVING, I WAS ABLE TO GET ...
Mileage: 60,000
DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 60 MPH . CAR SUDDENLY STARTS LOOSING POWER SLOWING TO A COMPLETE STOP WITH NO WARNINGS. NOT OVERHEATING, NOT OUT OF FUEL, ELECTRICAL ALL WORKS. NO APPARENT REASON THE SWITCHES COME ON AND WORK . ENGINE SIMPLY WILL NOT TURN OVER . NO CRANKING ACTION AT ALL.
Mileage: 118,000
DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 60 MPH . CAR SUDDENLY STARTS LOOSING POWER SLOWING TO A COMPLETE STOP WITH NO WARNINGS. NOT OVERHEATING, NOT OUT OF FUEL, ELECTRICAL ALL WORKS. NO APPARENT REASON THE SWITCHES COME ON AND WORK . ENGINE SIMPLY WILL NOT TURN OVER . NO CRANKING ACTION AT ALL.
Mileage: 118,000
THIS PAST SATURDAY MY CHILDREN AND I WERE DRIVING BACK HOME TO UTAH COUNTY FROM IDAHO AND WHILE ON THE FREEWAY 3/4MILE FROM THE PROVO CENTER STREET EXIT GOING 75MPH WE ALL OF A SUDDEN HEARD A VERY LOUD BOOM! IT SOUNDED LIKE A BOMB WENT OFF IN OUR CAR, I WAS SO CONFUSED AND MY KIDS WERE SCARED. THERE...
Mileage: 84,140
I FILED BELOW COMPLAINT NUMBER 11229677 AND HAVE HEARD NOTHING. SO TRYING AGAIN. LAST FALL I RECEIVED A LETTER AND HAD A KSDS SENSOR INSTALLED TO DETECT AND PREVENT ENGINE FAILURE. IN MAR THE KSDS KICKED IN AND THE CAR WAS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. LUCKILY MY WIFE WAS ONLY 2 MILES FROM HOME. IF TH...
Mileage: 60,000
ON 8/1/19 WHILE DRIVING ON A ROAD IN STAMFORD CT, THE CAR TURNED COMPLETELY OFF. I HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES AND ATTEMPT TO STOP THE CAR. ONCE THE CAR STOPPED, I PUT IT IN PARK AND TURNED THE KEY TO THE OFF POSITION. I WAITED FOR 3-4 MINS AND THEN TURNED THE CAR BACK ON AND IT STARTED WITHOUT AN ISS...
Mileage: 151,000
THERE IS AN APPARENT ISSUE WITH THE STEERING COLUMN CAUSING THE AIRBAG TO NOT FUNCTION. IT IS ALSO CAUSING ALL OF THE CONTROL SWITCHES ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, INCLUDING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT CAME ON WHEN SET BUT THEN WOULDN'T GO OFF USING THE CANCEL BUTTON. THIS IS A HUGE SA...
Mileage: 71,000
THERE IS AN APPARENT ISSUE WITH THE STEERING COLUMN CAUSING THE AIRBAG TO NOT FUNCTION. IT IS ALSO CAUSING ALL OF THE CONTROL SWITCHES ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, INCLUDING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT CAME ON WHEN SET BUT THEN WOULDN'T GO OFF USING THE CANCEL BUTTON. THIS IS A HUGE SA...
Mileage: 71,000
THERE IS AN APPARENT ISSUE WITH THE STEERING COLUMN CAUSING THE AIRBAG TO NOT FUNCTION. IT IS ALSO CAUSING ALL OF THE CONTROL SWITCHES ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, INCLUDING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT CAME ON WHEN SET BUT THEN WOULDN'T GO OFF USING THE CANCEL BUTTON. THIS IS A HUGE SA...
Mileage: 71,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FEATURES FAILED TO WORK WHEN ACTIVATED, INCLUDING THE HEADLIGHTS, BRAKE LIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS, AND THE FUEL TANK BUTTON. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR CONSTANTLY ILLU...
GOT IN MY CAR AND THE DRIVER SEAT BROKE. IT SITS SIDEWAYS AND CAN'T ADJUST SEAT. THEN I STARTED MY VEHICLE AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND HASN'T WENT OFF.
Mileage: 103,000
GOT IN MY CAR AND THE DRIVER SEAT BROKE. IT SITS SIDEWAYS AND CAN'T ADJUST SEAT. THEN I STARTED MY VEHICLE AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND HASN'T WENT OFF.
Mileage: 103,000
AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND KIA SAYS THEY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE
Mileage: 53,000
BURNS OUT LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS BULBS EVERY 2 TO 3 MONTHS
Mileage: 66,000
THE RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHT IS INOPERABLE INTERMITTENTLY. I CHANGED THE TAIL LIGHT BULBS TWICE AND IT IS STILL INOPERABLE INTERMITTENTLY. THERE IS NO CORROSION OR BURN MARKS ON THE SOCKET. IT WAS FIRST BROUGHT TO MY ATTENTION WHEN I WAS PULLED OVER FOR A TRAFFIC STOP DUE TO THE TAIL LIGHT BEING OUT. T...
Mileage: 63,868
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE POWER STEERING COMPLETELY FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO PRIDE KIA OF LYNN (793 LYNNWAY, LYNN, MA 01901, (781) 596-1010) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENTIRE STEERING MODULE AND STEERING COLUMN NEED...
Mileage: 75,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH UP A HILL, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO THE FLOORBOARD; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE TO 40 MPH OR LESS. ALSO, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC...
Mileage: 70,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH UP A HILL, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO THE FLOORBOARD; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE TO 40 MPH OR LESS. ALSO, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC...
Mileage: 70,000
IN MOTION WHILE PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE MY 2014 KIA SORENTO LOST ACCELERATION. WHEN I GOT BACK IN THE LANE ON A TWO LANE ROAD, WITH MY FOOT ON THE GAS THE CAR CONTINUED TO DECLINE IN SPEED. I WAS NOT ABLE TO ACCELERATE TO CONTINUE TO PASS THE CAR AT WHICH POINT AN ONCOMING CAR WAS APPROACHING, I HAD...
Mileage: 130,000
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION A FEW MOMENTS AGO. I HAVE SEEN QUITE A FEW OTHER KIA SORENTO 2014 OWNERS WITH THE SAME ISSUES.
Mileage: 81,330
ON SEVERAL OCCASION'S THE ENGINE WOULD JUST CUT OUT ALTOGETHER WHILE DRIVING. A COUPLE OF TIMES I HAVE EVEN SMELLED FUEL.
Mileage: 125,000
ON SEVERAL OCCASION'S THE ENGINE WOULD JUST CUT OUT ALTOGETHER WHILE DRIVING. A COUPLE OF TIMES I HAVE EVEN SMELLED FUEL.
Mileage: 125,000
ON SEVERAL OCCASION'S THE ENGINE WOULD JUST CUT OUT ALTOGETHER WHILE DRIVING. A COUPLE OF TIMES I HAVE EVEN SMELLED FUEL.
Mileage: 125,000
SOMETIME TOWARD THE END OF 2018, I NOTICED THAT MY DOME LIGHT NO LONGER ILLUMINATED WHEN THE DOORS WERE OPENED. I CAN STILL USE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS MANUALLY, THOUGH THIS USUALLY LEADS TO FORGETTING AND LEAVING THEM ON. I LIVE IN WA, IT IS OFTEN DARK AROUND 4 PM AND GREY THROUGHOUT THE DAY. I FEEL TH...
Mileage: 65,000
AFTER GETTING AN OIL CHANGE IN MARCH MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON IN EARLY JUNE. THE DEALERSHIP IS STATING THAT THE ENGINE WILL SEIZE AND THERE WAS NO OIL. MY CAR DID NOT BURN OR LEAK OIL. THE DEALER IS STATING IT'S AN OPEN RECALL BUT KIA IS DENYING.
LAST FALL 2018 I RECEIVED A LETTER AND HAD A KSDS SENSOR INSTALLED 28 DEC TO DETECT AND PREVENT ENGINE FAILURE. 22 MAR 2019 THE KSDS KICKED IN AND THE CAR WAS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. IT COMPLETELY STALLS THEN LETS YOU ACCELERATE A LITTLE AND DRIVE REALLY SLOW. IF YOU ACCELERATE TOO MUCH IT AGAIN STA...
Mileage: 58,900
MY REARVIEW CAMERA WORKS WHEN IT WANTS TO. (IT DOESNT WORK MORE THAN IT ACTUALLY WORKS). THE CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ARE SCRAMBLED EX. I PREE THE VOLUME UP OR DOWN, AND THE VOICE COMMAND ACTIVATES, I CAN'T EVEN MUTE THROUGH THE BUTTONS ETC. THE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM ALSO CAUSES THE TAIL LIGHTS ...
Mileage: 60,000
MY REARVIEW CAMERA WORKS WHEN IT WANTS TO. (IT DOESNT WORK MORE THAN IT ACTUALLY WORKS). THE CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ARE SCRAMBLED EX. I PREE THE VOLUME UP OR DOWN, AND THE VOICE COMMAND ACTIVATES, I CAN'T EVEN MUTE THROUGH THE BUTTONS ETC. THE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM ALSO CAUSES THE TAIL LIGHTS ...
Mileage: 60,000
MY REARVIEW CAMERA WORKS WHEN IT WANTS TO. (IT DOESNT WORK MORE THAN IT ACTUALLY WORKS). THE CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ARE SCRAMBLED EX. I PREE THE VOLUME UP OR DOWN, AND THE VOICE COMMAND ACTIVATES, I CAN'T EVEN MUTE THROUGH THE BUTTONS ETC. THE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM ALSO CAUSES THE TAIL LIGHTS ...
Mileage: 60,000
DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY CAR LOST POWER AT 11PM ON A SATURDAY NITE. IT WOULD ONLY GO APOROX 40MPH W THE THE GAS PETAL TO THE FLOOR. NO CHECK LIGHTS CAME ON UNTIL APOROX A FEW MIN FROM HOME. ONLY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. NO OVERHEATING NO SMOKE. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED IT WAS THE SAME...
Mileage: 70,000
VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION WHEN STRANGE ODOR DETECTED THEN SMOKE FROM ENGINE AREA WAS NOTICED. PULLED CAR INTO PARKING LOT AND SHUT DOWN ENGINE BECAUSE THOUGHT MAY BE OVERHEATING. NONE OF GUAGES REFLECTED THIS, HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO OTHER LOGICAL EXPLANATION. WAS GOIN TO OPEN HOOD WHEN NOTICED FLAMES. IN...
Mileage: 90,000
I HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS, AND HAVE BEEN NOTICING THE PAINT IS FLAKING OFF. IT'S JUST BEGINNING FOR ME, BUT I DID SOME RESEARCH AND NOTICED THAT ALL THE PEOPLE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS ISSUE ON VARIOUS KIA MODELS HAD TRI-COAT PEARL WHITE PAINT. I HAVE TO IMAGING THIS CAN'T JUST BE COI...
Mileage: 63,000
BROUGHT MY VEHICLE BACK TO DEALERSHIP FOR KIA RECALL SC148. TECH APPLIED SILICONE, A 'SUGGESTION' IN RECALL. IF PROBLEM PERSISTS, WHICH IT DID IN OUR CASE, REAR WHEEL HUBS NEED REPLACING. WHEN BROUGHT IN ORIGINALLY FOR RECALL, VEHICLE HAD 84,972 MILES. STABILITY CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ON DASH STAY L...
Mileage: 107,014
BROUGHT MY VEHICLE BACK TO DEALERSHIP FOR KIA RECALL SC148. TECH APPLIED SILICONE, A 'SUGGESTION' IN RECALL. IF PROBLEM PERSISTS, WHICH IT DID IN OUR CASE, REAR WHEEL HUBS NEED REPLACING. WHEN BROUGHT IN ORIGINALLY FOR RECALL, VEHICLE HAD 84,972 MILES. STABILITY CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ON DASH STAY L...
Mileage: 107,014
GEORGIA .... THE SRS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. THE ONE THAT LOOKS LIKE A PERSON IN A SEATBELT WITH THE BIG RED CIRCLE (AIRBAG) IN FRONT OF THEM.
Mileage: 116,700
WHILE DRIVING CAR IN MOTION AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD, CAR LOST COMPLETE POWER. NO STEERING, VERY HARD BRAKING AND THEN ALL WARNING LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING I HAD TO STRUGGLE TO GET CAR OFF THE ROAD. I HAD JUST TURN OFF THE THRUWAY GOING 60MPH AND IN ABOUT 1.5 MILES GOING APPOX 40 M...
Mileage: 48,300
WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM BALTIMORE, ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS ON MY CAR TURNED ON AND THE CAR STARTED DECELERATING. I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY TO PARK THE CAR AND IT WOULD NOT MOVE AT ALL AFTER THAT. I CHARGED MY PHONE AND THE CAR BATTERY DIED AS I WAITED FOR A TOW TRUCK. I GOT IT TOWED...
TAKARA RECALL - WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING AT FEDERAL WAY WA, THE ENTIRE ENGIN SHUT OFF WHILE I WAS MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AT HAVEY TRAFFIC AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCK SO I COULDN'T TURN OR MOVE. AND, I ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT, SO I TOOK MY CAR TO DEALERSHIP BUT, THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM AND ...
Mileage: 59,777
THE ENGINE BLEW AFTER A FEW DAYS WHEN WARRENTY EXPIRED AFTER A DEALER SENT THE CAR HOME SAYING UNLESS WE COULD PROVE OR SHOW A MAINTENANCE HISTORY OF THE CAR THEY WOULD NOT DO WARRENTY WORK. THE CAR WAS BOUGHT USED SO WE COULD NOT PROVIDE A LONG REPAIR OR MAINTENACE RECORD OF THE CAR. HOWEVER WE BOU...
Mileage: 102,000
THE ENGINE BLEW AFTER A FEW DAYS WHEN WARRENTY EXPIRED AFTER A DEALER SENT THE CAR HOME SAYING UNLESS WE COULD PROVE OR SHOW A MAINTENANCE HISTORY OF THE CAR THEY WOULD NOT DO WARRENTY WORK. THE CAR WAS BOUGHT USED SO WE COULD NOT PROVIDE A LONG REPAIR OR MAINTENACE RECORD OF THE CAR. HOWEVER WE BOU...
Mileage: 102,000
LACK OF ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE WILL VERY SLOWLY MOVE FORWARD WITH THE RPM STALLING AT APPROXIMATELY 1500 RPM AND FURTHER DEPRESSING OF THE GAS PEDAL FAILS TO ALLOW IT TO ACCELERATE FURTHER. WIFE HAD ISSUE WITH TRYING TO GET ON THE FREEWAY WHEN THIS OCCURR...
Mileage: 46,060
LACK OF ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE WILL VERY SLOWLY MOVE FORWARD WITH THE RPM STALLING AT APPROXIMATELY 1500 RPM AND FURTHER DEPRESSING OF THE GAS PEDAL FAILS TO ALLOW IT TO ACCELERATE FURTHER. WIFE HAD ISSUE WITH TRYING TO GET ON THE FREEWAY WHEN THIS OCCURR...
Mileage: 46,060
MY AIRBAG LIGHTS WILL NOT GO OFF . UPON RESEARCHING I HAVE COME ACROSS MANY PEOPLE WITH THE EXACT SAME COMPLAINT YET NO RECALLS. IT ALSO SEEMS TO BE A COSTLY FIX. FOR A SAFETY PROBLEM.
Mileage: 58,639
TAKATA RECALL I PURCHASED MY KIA INDEX 2014. IMMEDIATELY THE PAINT STARTED BUBBLING AND THEN PEELING AROUND THE WINDSHIELD AND HOOD. WE CALLED KIA AND THEY SAID THIS IS NOT COVERED. ALSO WE GET RECALLS ABOUT THE ENGINE. I NEVER HAD A PROBLEM UNTIL I TOOK IT IN. THE FIRST RECALL I GOT THEY DRA...
Mileage: 151,000
TAKATA RECALL I PURCHASED MY KIA INDEX 2014. IMMEDIATELY THE PAINT STARTED BUBBLING AND THEN PEELING AROUND THE WINDSHIELD AND HOOD. WE CALLED KIA AND THEY SAID THIS IS NOT COVERED. ALSO WE GET RECALLS ABOUT THE ENGINE. I NEVER HAD A PROBLEM UNTIL I TOOK IT IN. THE FIRST RECALL I GOT THEY DRA...
Mileage: 151,000
TAKATA RECALL I PURCHASED MY KIA INDEX 2014. IMMEDIATELY THE PAINT STARTED BUBBLING AND THEN PEELING AROUND THE WINDSHIELD AND HOOD. WE CALLED KIA AND THEY SAID THIS IS NOT COVERED. ALSO WE GET RECALLS ABOUT THE ENGINE. I NEVER HAD A PROBLEM UNTIL I TOOK IT IN. THE FIRST RECALL I GOT THEY DRA...
Mileage: 151,000
ENGINE DIES WHEN DRIVING. RPMS ARE AT 0 WHEN MY SPEED WILL BE 60 MPH. I HAVE TO PULL OVER, TURN MY CAR OFF THEN TURN IT BACK ON TO START THE ENGINE AGAIN. THIS HAPPENS 7-14 TIMES A WEEK. IT HAPPENS IN THE CITY, COUNTRY ROADS, GOING FAST OR SLOW. I AM GOING TO GET IN A WRECK IF THIS IS NOT FIXED.
Mileage: 68,500
I BROUGHT THE CAR INTO DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR AN ISSUE WITH THE HEAT. THE HEAT WAS NOT WARMING THE CAR CONSISTENTLY DURING THE WINTER MONTHS, AND BY THE END WAS NOT WORKING AT ALL , ALSO HAD EXPERIENCED OVERHEATING APPROXIMATELY THREE TIMES WITHIN THE WEEKS BEFORE I BROUGHT IT IN. I WA...
MY AIRBAG LIGHTS GOING ON AND OFF WHEN IT WANTS TO , SOMETIMES WHEN STARTING IT WILL STAY ON , OR YOU WILL DRIVING IT WILL COME ON , WHEN YOU TURN THE WHEEL IT COMES ON, ALSO MANY TIMES BEEN REPORTED TO DEALER A POPPING NOISE GOING ON, DEALER SAYS THEY CANT FIND ISSUE '..
Mileage: 64,000
MY AIRBAG LIGHTS GOING ON AND OFF WHEN IT WANTS TO , SOMETIMES WHEN STARTING IT WILL STAY ON , OR YOU WILL DRIVING IT WILL COME ON , WHEN YOU TURN THE WHEEL IT COMES ON, ALSO MANY TIMES BEEN REPORTED TO DEALER A POPPING NOISE GOING ON, DEALER SAYS THEY CANT FIND ISSUE '..
Mileage: 64,000
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO STARTED HAVING AXIL PROBLEMS JUST RECENTLY. I AM WELL AWARE THAT THIS WAS A PROBLEM WITH FRONT WHEEL DRIVE AND THEIR WERE RECALLS OF THAT SAME YEAR MAKE AND MODEL. MINE IS AWD AND THIS SHOULD BE INCLUDED AS THIS ONLY STARTED HAPPENING AT 60K.
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO STARTED HAVING AXIL PROBLEMS JUST RECENTLY. I AM WELL AWARE THAT THIS WAS A PROBLEM WITH FRONT WHEEL DRIVE AND THEIR WERE RECALLS OF THAT SAME YEAR MAKE AND MODEL. MINE IS AWD AND THIS SHOULD BE INCLUDED AS THIS ONLY STARTED HAPPENING AT 60K.
TAKATA RECALL MY 2014 KIA SORENTO SUV AWD ENGINE IT RIED TO STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY ON ME AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH AT THE EXIT IT STOPPED AT THE LIGHT. EVEN THOUGH I TOOK MY KIA IN THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE A SOFTWARE UPDATED (KSDA) IN THE BEGINING OF THIS YEAR 2019. I ...
Mileage: 65,000
TAKATA RECALL MY 2014 KIA SORENTO SUV AWD ENGINE IT RIED TO STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY ON ME AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH AT THE EXIT IT STOPPED AT THE LIGHT. EVEN THOUGH I TOOK MY KIA IN THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE A SOFTWARE UPDATED (KSDA) IN THE BEGINING OF THIS YEAR 2019. I ...
Mileage: 65,000
MY ENGINE STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC AT A STOP LIGHT
Mileage: 130,000
BACKUP CAMERA MALFUNCTION. LINES SHOW UP ON SCREEN BUT VISUAL IS BLACK. THIS ISSUE IS MENTIONED ON MANY KIA FORUMS AS WELL.
Mileage: 80,000
BACKUP CAMERA STOPPED WORKING AND TRUNK WILL NOT OPEN WITH WHEN YOU HIT THE HANDLE
Mileage: 48,000
WE WERE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN WE NOTICED THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE GOING UP. WE STOPPED AT A SHOP AND GOT IT LOOKED AT AND THEY REPLACED THE THERMOSTAT AND FLUSHED THE RADIATOR. ON THE HIGHWAY ON THE WAY HOME WE NOTICED THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE GOING BACK UP AND PULLED OVER. WE HAD IT TOWED HOME. WE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN. WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND THEN OPERATED NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KIA COUNTRY OF SAVANNA...
Mileage: 92,000
THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND WOULD NOT GO EVEN WHEN THE GAS WAS APPLIED. WHEN I CAME TO A STOP OIL WAS LEAKING ALL OVER THE GROUND. WHEN LOOKING UNDER THE HOOD, THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP BOLT HAD BEEN SHEERED OFF AND GAS AND OIL WERE SPEWING OUT. HAD THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY BL...
Mileage: 35,000
THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND WOULD NOT GO EVEN WHEN THE GAS WAS APPLIED. WHEN I CAME TO A STOP OIL WAS LEAKING ALL OVER THE GROUND. WHEN LOOKING UNDER THE HOOD, THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP BOLT HAD BEEN SHEERED OFF AND GAS AND OIL WERE SPEWING OUT. HAD THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY BL...
Mileage: 35,000
ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING WHILE DRIVING IT. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY SAID THE BEARING IN THE ENGINE WERE SHOT. ALL OTHER MAKES AND MODELS ARE UNDER RECALL FOR THIS EXACT SMAE REASON. I'VE NOTED OTHERS FROM THE INTERNET ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUES AS MENTIONED ABOVE IN THE 3.3 L. ENGI...
Mileage: 102,000
THE END OF OCTOBER 2018 MY 2014 KIA SORENTO MOTOR BLEW UP. WE HEARD THE KNOCKING ON A WEEKEND, KIA SAID TO BRING IT IN AND IT STALLED HALFWAY THERE. HAD TO CALL MY INSURANCE BECAUSE KIA WOULD NOT PAY FOR TOWING. MY KIA HAD BEEN CHECKED THE YEAR BEFORE FOR THE ENGINE RECALL, OF COURSE IT PASSED. IT T...
Mileage: 84,000
THE END OF OCTOBER 2018 MY 2014 KIA SORENTO MOTOR BLEW UP. WE HEARD THE KNOCKING ON A WEEKEND, KIA SAID TO BRING IT IN AND IT STALLED HALFWAY THERE. HAD TO CALL MY INSURANCE BECAUSE KIA WOULD NOT PAY FOR TOWING. MY KIA HAD BEEN CHECKED THE YEAR BEFORE FOR THE ENGINE RECALL, OF COURSE IT PASSED. IT T...
Mileage: 84,000
THE END OF OCTOBER 2018 MY 2014 KIA SORENTO MOTOR BLEW UP. WE HEARD THE KNOCKING ON A WEEKEND, KIA SAID TO BRING IT IN AND IT STALLED HALFWAY THERE. HAD TO CALL MY INSURANCE BECAUSE KIA WOULD NOT PAY FOR TOWING. MY KIA HAD BEEN CHECKED THE YEAR BEFORE FOR THE ENGINE RECALL, OF COURSE IT PASSED. IT T...
Mileage: 84,000
THE DRIVER'S DOOR UNLOCKS WITH THE KEY FOB OR KEY AND THAT'S THE ONLY ONE. ALL OTHER DOORS MUST BE UNLOCKED BY HAND, MEANING EVEN THE UNLOCK SWITCH ON THE DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS DOORS DON'T WORK. YOU CAN HEAR SOMETHING ACTUATING, BUT THE DOORS WON'T UNLOCK. THE BACK DOOR YOU NEED TO CRAWL FROM INSID...
ENGINE FIRE!! WHILE TRAVELLING DOWN HIGHWAY PASSENGER NOTICED SPARKS LEFT REAR OF CAR. PULLED OVER TO CHECK CAR, LIFTED HOOD ENGINE WAS ON FIRE. DRIVING NORMAL RATE OF SPEED IN NORMAL CONDITIONS. NO COLLISION OR ACCIDENT INVOLVED. TRAVELLING US-71 SOUTH IN VERNON COUNTY MISSOURI INCIDENT NUMBER 1901...
Mileage: 132,000
ENGINE FIRE!! WHILE TRAVELLING DOWN HIGHWAY PASSENGER NOTICED SPARKS LEFT REAR OF CAR. PULLED OVER TO CHECK CAR, LIFTED HOOD ENGINE WAS ON FIRE. DRIVING NORMAL RATE OF SPEED IN NORMAL CONDITIONS. NO COLLISION OR ACCIDENT INVOLVED. TRAVELLING US-71 SOUTH IN VERNON COUNTY MISSOURI INCIDENT NUMBER 1901...
Mileage: 132,000
ENGINE FIRE!! WHILE TRAVELLING DOWN HIGHWAY PASSENGER NOTICED SPARKS LEFT REAR OF CAR. PULLED OVER TO CHECK CAR, LIFTED HOOD ENGINE WAS ON FIRE. DRIVING NORMAL RATE OF SPEED IN NORMAL CONDITIONS. NO COLLISION OR ACCIDENT INVOLVED. TRAVELLING US-71 SOUTH IN VERNON COUNTY MISSOURI INCIDENT NUMBER 1901...
Mileage: 132,000
WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON A 2 LANE HIGHWAY AND GOING UP A MEDIUM INCLINE, A TICKING NOISE PROGRESSIVELY GOT LOUDER OVER THE COURSE OF ABOUT 45 SECONDS TO A MINUTE UNTIL THERE WAS TOTAL LOSS OF POWER, ALMOST CAUSING A COLLISION FROM A VEHICLE BEHIND ME. NO WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED ON THE DASH ...
Mileage: 128,000
I TOOK THE CAR TO THE KIA DEALERSHIP AND THEY TELL ME THE ENGINE HAS AN OIL LEAK. I BELIEVE THEIR KIAS SPORTAGE 2011 & 2012 WERE ALSO RECALLED FOR THE SAME ISSUE. THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 100,000 MILES ON IT AND I HAVE OWNED SEVERAL CARS BEFORE AND NEVER HAD AN OIL LEAK ON THE ENGINE AT ALL. THEY SAID ...
Mileage: 100,000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING SAFETY ISSUE! LAST NIGHT AS I WAS DRIVING MY LOW BEAM HEAD LAMPS STOPPED WORKING. THE LED LIGHTS ABOVE THE HEAD LAMPS WORK FINE, MY RUNNING LOWER LIGHTS AND MY HIGH BEAMS ALL WORK PROPERLY. JUST MY LOW BEAMS NO LONGER COME ON. HAD TO DRIVE WITH HAZARDS ON. THEY DO NOT COME ON AFTE...
Mileage: 72,000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING SAFETY ISSUE! LAST NIGHT AS I WAS DRIVING MY LOW BEAM HEAD LAMPS STOPPED WORKING. THE LED LIGHTS ABOVE THE HEAD LAMPS WORK FINE, MY RUNNING LOWER LIGHTS AND MY HIGH BEAMS ALL WORK PROPERLY. JUST MY LOW BEAMS NO LONGER COME ON. HAD TO DRIVE WITH HAZARDS ON. THEY DO NOT COME ON AFTE...
Mileage: 72,000
2014 SORENTO ENGINE WAS REPLACED 9/2017@ SHAWNEE MISSION KIA PER RECALL SC147. BEFORE REPLACEMENT, THERE WERE NO CATALYTIC CONVERTER ISSUES. AFTER SINCE 3/2018, IT HAD FOUR (4) CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILURES IN TEN (10) MONTHS & 4 REPLACEMENTS @4 DIFFERENT SHOPS LATEST 2/2019.ALL SHOPS SAID THEY FAI...
Mileage: 136,500
2014 SORENTO ENGINE WAS REPLACED 9/2017@ SHAWNEE MISSION KIA PER RECALL SC147. BEFORE REPLACEMENT, THERE WERE NO CATALYTIC CONVERTER ISSUES. AFTER SINCE 3/2018, IT HAD FOUR (4) CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILURES IN TEN (10) MONTHS & 4 REPLACEMENTS @4 DIFFERENT SHOPS LATEST 2/2019.ALL SHOPS SAID THEY FAI...
Mileage: 136,500
THE DELAMINATION OF PEARL WHITE PAINT BEGAN AT 50,000K MILES WITH A SMALL PIECE BUBBLING AND THEN CHIPPING AWAY. THE PAINT ON AREAS ALONG THE WINDSHEILD AND ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD ARE NOW COMPLETELY READY TO PEAL. YOU CAN NOT STOP THIS PROCESS BY FIXING ONLY THE DAMAGED AREAS. ALL AUTO BODY SHOPS STA...
Mileage: 50,000
WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON THE HWY I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND THE CAR RAPIDLY DECREASED SPEED. I MANAGED TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND THE CAR WAS LEAKING FLUID FROM THE DIFFERENTIAL AND WOULD NO LONGER GO. WAS TOWED TO A KIA DEALER WHERE THEY DETERMINED THE REAR AXLES SHEARED OFF AND PUT A HOLE IN THE...
Mileage: 64,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE, LOST POWER, AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO KIA OF MACON (3931 RIVER PLACE DR, MACON, GA 31210, (478) 757-0077) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE RE...
Mileage: 62,437
IN NOVEMBER OF 2018 MY KEY FOB STOPPED WORKING EFFECTIVELY. THE FOB WILL ONLY OPEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR. I CONTACTED CRAIN KIA IN FORT SMITH AND SPOKE TO TIM IN THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT WHO STATED THE PROBLEM COULD BE SOMETHING AS SIMPLE AS CHANGING THE BATTERY IN THE FOB. AFTER CHANGING THE BAT...
Mileage: 53,000
THE ENGINE BECAME SLUGGISH GOING UPHILL, THEN STARTED NAKING NOISES, AND FINALLY STOPPED. IT COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. THE MECHANIC TURNED THE ENGINE OVER WITH A WRENCH, BUT IT WAS VERY DIFFICULT. THE TROUBLE HAPPENED ON A SECONDARY ROAD.
Mileage: 108,000
THIS VEHICLE HAS A PARASITIC DRAIN ISSUE THAT KIA IS AWARE OF ON THIS MODEL. THE ISSUE WAS ADDRESSED FOR ALL LX, EX, LIMITED, AND SX OF THIS VEHICLE EXCEPT FOR THE SXL. I HAVE THE SXL VERSION AND WAS TOLD BY KIA IT DID NOT MEET THE VIN REQUIREMENTS EVEN THOUGH IT MEETS THE BORN ON DATE AND HAS THE S...
I'M WORRIED ABOUT THIS MODEL OF CAR BECAUSE ARE BURNING, IN MY CAR I HAD BEING EXPERIENCING SOME SMELL LIKE SOMETHING IS HEATING OR BURNING WHEN I ACCELERATE IN PASSING GEAR MODE THEN I FEEL LIKE A BAD SMELL INSIDE THE CAR THEN IT DISAPPEAR, THE THING IS THAT I'VE BEING SEEING SOME ISSUES ABOUT THIS...
Mileage: 61,000
I AM A LITTLE PERPLEXED WITH YOUR JUDGEMENT CALL KIA...I OWN A 2014 KIA SORENTO THAT'S AS APART OF YOUR ENGINE RECALL...THE CAR 'PASSED' THE TESTS RAN ON IT TO DETERMINE IF A NEW ENGINE WAS NEEDED, ONLY TO HAVE THE ENGINE COMPLETELY CEASE GOING 50MPH ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY IN VIRGINIA...I RECEIVED A CAL...
I AM A LITTLE PERPLEXED WITH YOUR JUDGEMENT CALL KIA...I OWN A 2014 KIA SORENTO THAT'S AS APART OF YOUR ENGINE RECALL...THE CAR 'PASSED' THE TESTS RAN ON IT TO DETERMINE IF A NEW ENGINE WAS NEEDED, ONLY TO HAVE THE ENGINE COMPLETELY CEASE GOING 50MPH ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY IN VIRGINIA...I RECEIVED A CAL...
TENSIONER BELT FOR AIR BAG RANDOMLY WENT OUT. ALSO BREAK LIGHTS CONSTANTLY STAYING ON. T GT EY COULDN'T FIGURE OUT WHY AT DEALERSHIP. VEHICLE WAS PARKED
Mileage: 70,000
TENSIONER BELT FOR AIR BAG RANDOMLY WENT OUT. ALSO BREAK LIGHTS CONSTANTLY STAYING ON. T GT EY COULDN'T FIGURE OUT WHY AT DEALERSHIP. VEHICLE WAS PARKED
Mileage: 70,000
MY SORENTO FEELS LIKE IT'S GOING TO STALL, ESPECIALLY WHEN ACCELERATING. IT'S ALSO BURNING OIL AT AN ALARMING RATE. THE OIL LAMP FLICKERED ONCE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THERE IS NO OBVIOUS OIL LEAK. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT NEEDS A NEW ENGINE IT THAT IT ISN'T COVERED UNDER ...
Mileage: 111,000
MY SORENTO FEELS LIKE IT'S GOING TO STALL, ESPECIALLY WHEN ACCELERATING. IT'S ALSO BURNING OIL AT AN ALARMING RATE. THE OIL LAMP FLICKERED ONCE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THERE IS NO OBVIOUS OIL LEAK. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT NEEDS A NEW ENGINE IT THAT IT ISN'T COVERED UNDER ...
Mileage: 111,000
THERE IS A CONSTANT BURNING WIRE/ELECTRICAL SMELL THAT GETS WORSE AFTER IT'S SHUT OFF.
EVER SINCE WE TOOK OUR KIA FOR THE RECALL SERVICE AND THEY "FIXED IT" TURNS OUT THE MADE IT WORSE AND NOW THE ENGINE MAKES A LOUD RATTLING SOUND, THE BREAKS WHICH ARE NEW HAVE HORRIBLE PERFORMANCE AND THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WE ARE HAVING WITH THE ODOMETER AND THE TRANSMISSION SENSORS DUE TO THE RECAL...
Mileage: 55,000
EVER SINCE WE TOOK OUR KIA FOR THE RECALL SERVICE AND THEY "FIXED IT" TURNS OUT THE MADE IT WORSE AND NOW THE ENGINE MAKES A LOUD RATTLING SOUND, THE BREAKS WHICH ARE NEW HAVE HORRIBLE PERFORMANCE AND THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WE ARE HAVING WITH THE ODOMETER AND THE TRANSMISSION SENSORS DUE TO THE RECAL...
Mileage: 55,000
EVER SINCE WE TOOK OUR KIA FOR THE RECALL SERVICE AND THEY "FIXED IT" TURNS OUT THE MADE IT WORSE AND NOW THE ENGINE MAKES A LOUD RATTLING SOUND, THE BREAKS WHICH ARE NEW HAVE HORRIBLE PERFORMANCE AND THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WE ARE HAVING WITH THE ODOMETER AND THE TRANSMISSION SENSORS DUE TO THE RECAL...
Mileage: 55,000
PAINT COMING OFF A BRAND NEW CAR. I AM ORIGINAL OWNER AT ONLY 39,000 MILES PAINT STARTED COMING OFF MY CAR. I ALWAYS PURCHASED NEW VEHICLES NEVER HAD THIS PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THE PAINT IS ONLY COVERED TO 36,000 MILES. NOT LIKE THE SONG THEY SING WHEN SELLING YOU THE CAR.
I WAS IN MY CAR AROUND 5:45 AM ON DEC. 23,2018, IN THE DRIVEWAY OF OUR PLACE IN THE COUNTRY (400 0AKWOOD DRIVE HUNTSVILLE TX 77320) THE CAR WAS RUNNING AND IN PARK. I WAS CHECKING MESSAGES AND EMAILS FOR MAYBE 7 TO 10 MINUTES WHEN A FLASH OF LIGHT MADE ME LOOK UP. THATS WHEN I SEEN FLAMES COMING ...
Mileage: 100,000
WHILE DRIVING DOWN I75 ACROSSING THE ZILWAUKEE BRIDGE TWO GUYS IN A PICKUP, LATER I CALL MY ANGELS, TRIED TO GET ME TO PULL OVER. NATURALLY MY INSTINCT WAS NO. WHEN I WOULDN'T, THE DRIVER STARTED INCHING OVER TOWARDS MY CAR TO MAKE ME STOP. I PUSHED ON THE BRAKES AND THERE WAS NOTHING TO PUSH. WHEN...
Mileage: 36,800
MY KIA SORRENTO V6 MOTOR IS GOING OUT IT'S BEEN PARKED SENCE MAY OF 2018. THE LOWER ROD BEARS ARE GOING OUT. CONTACTED KIA AND RECALL IS ONLY ON 4 CYLINDERS AND STATED THAT NO OTHER COMPLAINTS ON V6. IT'S JUST UNREAL THAT 174,000 MILES AND EGINE GOING OUT FOR SAME THING THAT THE RECALL WAS FOR. WE D...
Mileage: 174,432
ON JANUARY 6 2019 OUR PANORAMIC SUN ROOF SUDDENLY SHATTERED ON OUR 2014 KIA SORENTO. THIS HAPPENED WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON INTERSTATE 20 IN ALABAMA.
Mileage: 94,000
HESITATES UPON ACCELERATION. ENGINE STALLS AND CUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. LACK OF POWER. KNOCKING NOISE FROM ENGINE. I MADE REPEATED CONTACT WITH MANAHAWKIN KIA AND KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC., CASE NO. 12960528 WITH NO RESULTS. AT RISK FOR DEATH AND SERIOUS INJURY.
Mileage: 19,428
HELLO I BOUGHT THIS CAR LAST YEAR AGO I HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THE MOTOR , YOU NEED TO FILL 2 LITERS ON A WEEK I NEED TO KNOW WHAT'S GOING ON REGARD IS NOT NORMAL 2 BY 4 LITER EQUAL 8 IN A MONTH IS TOO MUCH PLEASE GIVE ME MORE DENTAL ABOUT IT THANK YOU SO MUCH
Mileage: 140,000
HELLO I BOUGHT THIS CAR LAST YEAR AGO I HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THE MOTOR , YOU NEED TO FILL 2 LITERS ON A WEEK I NEED TO KNOW WHAT'S GOING ON REGARD IS NOT NORMAL 2 BY 4 LITER EQUAL 8 IN A MONTH IS TOO MUCH PLEASE GIVE ME MORE DENTAL ABOUT IT THANK YOU SO MUCH
Mileage: 140,000
ACCELERATION. WHEN I ACCELERATE IT HESITATES TO PICK UP. VERY DANGEROUS AS I WAS TRYING TO MERGE INTO THE HIGHWAY OR MERGE INTO A DIFFERENT LANE IT DID NOT ACCELERATE QUICKLY ENOUGH AND THE VEHICLES IN THAT LANE HAD TO BRAKE HARD AS I ENTERED THAT LANE ALMOST REAR ENDING MY VEHICLE. EVEN IF I PRESS ...
Mileage: 49,000
ACCELERATION. WHEN I ACCELERATE IT HESITATES TO PICK UP. VERY DANGEROUS AS I WAS TRYING TO MERGE INTO THE HIGHWAY OR MERGE INTO A DIFFERENT LANE IT DID NOT ACCELERATE QUICKLY ENOUGH AND THE VEHICLES IN THAT LANE HAD TO BRAKE HARD AS I ENTERED THAT LANE ALMOST REAR ENDING MY VEHICLE. EVEN IF I PRESS ...
Mileage: 49,000
ACCELERATION. WHEN I ACCELERATE IT HESITATES TO PICK UP. VERY DANGEROUS AS I WAS TRYING TO MERGE INTO THE HIGHWAY OR MERGE INTO A DIFFERENT LANE IT DID NOT ACCELERATE QUICKLY ENOUGH AND THE VEHICLES IN THAT LANE HAD TO BRAKE HARD AS I ENTERED THAT LANE ALMOST REAR ENDING MY VEHICLE. EVEN IF I PRESS ...
Mileage: 49,000
WHILE SITTING IN OUR 2014 KIA SORENTO LX AWD, 2.4L 4CYCLIDER GDI; THE CAR WAS IDLING IN OUR DRIVEWAY WHEN HE NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR. HE WAS BEARLY ABLE TO GET OUT OF THE CAR BEFORE IT WAS TOTALLY ENGULFED IN FLAMES AND CONSEQUENTLY BURNED TILL THERE WAS NOTHING LEFT BUT...
Mileage: 92,500
WHILE SITTING IN OUR 2014 KIA SORENTO LX AWD, 2.4L 4CYCLIDER GDI; THE CAR WAS IDLING IN OUR DRIVEWAY WHEN HE NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR. HE WAS BEARLY ABLE TO GET OUT OF THE CAR BEFORE IT WAS TOTALLY ENGULFED IN FLAMES AND CONSEQUENTLY BURNED TILL THERE WAS NOTHING LEFT BUT...
Mileage: 92,500
CAR STOPPED OPERATING WHILE DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE, AND WON'T RESTART
SIMPLE, JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE HERE THAT COMPLAINED ABOUT LOSS OF POWER. BUT I HAD A DIAGNOSIS BOTH BY AUTOZONE AND THE KIA DEALER. THE DIAGNOSIS IS: ERROR CODE P0717 TURBINE INPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR AND WIRING HARNESS FAULTY DUE TO CORROSION FROM MOISTURE GETTING IN FROM NOT HAVING ADEQUATE SEALIN...
Mileage: 96,807
SIMPLE, JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE HERE THAT COMPLAINED ABOUT LOSS OF POWER. BUT I HAD A DIAGNOSIS BOTH BY AUTOZONE AND THE KIA DEALER. THE DIAGNOSIS IS: ERROR CODE P0717 TURBINE INPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR AND WIRING HARNESS FAULTY DUE TO CORROSION FROM MOISTURE GETTING IN FROM NOT HAVING ADEQUATE SEALIN...
Mileage: 96,807
SIMPLE, JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE HERE THAT COMPLAINED ABOUT LOSS OF POWER. BUT I HAD A DIAGNOSIS BOTH BY AUTOZONE AND THE KIA DEALER. THE DIAGNOSIS IS: ERROR CODE P0717 TURBINE INPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR AND WIRING HARNESS FAULTY DUE TO CORROSION FROM MOISTURE GETTING IN FROM NOT HAVING ADEQUATE SEALIN...
Mileage: 96,807
I HAVE A 2014 KIA SORENTO SXL 3.3 LTR V6 WITH 119, 952 MILES ON IT. ON 11/26/2018 AFTER PULLING IN THE DRIVE WAY AND EXISTING THE CAR I SMELLED WHAT I BELIEVED TO BE AN ANTIFREEZE SMELL.MY CAR DID NOT HAVE ANY WARNING INDICATORS ON AND MY TEMPERTURE GAUGE WAS NORMAL. I TOOK MY CAR TO DOBBS ON 11/27/...
Mileage: 119,950
I HAVE A 2014 KIA SORENTO SXL 3.3 LTR V6 WITH 119, 952 MILES ON IT. ON 11/26/2018 AFTER PULLING IN THE DRIVE WAY AND EXISTING THE CAR I SMELLED WHAT I BELIEVED TO BE AN ANTIFREEZE SMELL.MY CAR DID NOT HAVE ANY WARNING INDICATORS ON AND MY TEMPERTURE GAUGE WAS NORMAL. I TOOK MY CAR TO DOBBS ON 11/27/...
Mileage: 119,950
TAKATA RECALL ON 12/6/18 I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MILES PER HOUR WHEN I REAR ENDED A STOPPED OR SLOW MOVING VEHICLE ON THE EXPRESSWAY. MY CAR WAS HEAVILY DAMAGED BUT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THIS ISSUE.
Mileage: 67,000
MY VEHICLE STALLS IN MOTION. SPEED IS INCONSEQUENTIAL. WHETHER I'M ON A CITY ROAD OR EXPRESSWAY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLICKERS, AND THE ENGINE STALLS. IT'S VERY DANGEROUS ON THE EXPRESSWAY. I HAVE TO COAST IN FRONT OF OTHER SPEEDING CARE TO THE SHOULDER. AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES, THE VEHICLE...
Mileage: 132,000
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO IS HAVING TERRIBLE ENGINE ISSUES. I HAVE HAD IT REBUILT AND THERE ARE STILL PROBLEMS AND NO ONE IS WANTING TO HELP ME. I BELIEVE THE VEHICLE WAS SOLD TO ME WITH THE KNOWLEDGE OF THESE PROBLEMS FROM THE DEALERSHIP. THEY JUST PASSED ON THE PROBLEM. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN JULY ...
REAR ALL WHEEL DRIVE COUPLER WILL START A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN ACCELERATING SLOWLY AND TURNING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT FROM A STOP.
Mileage: 113,000
I HAD THIS CAR FOR ONE YEAR AND I HAVE REPLAY THE LIGHTS 7 SEVEN TIMES AND NO ONE CAN TELL ME WHY. WHEN I'M DRIVING AT NIGHT I HAVE TO USE MY HIGH BEAMS IN ORDER TO SEE SOMEONE NEEDS TO DO SOMETHING ASAP. I FEAR FOR MY LIFE AND MY KIDS EVERYDAY WHEN WE GET IN THIS UNSAFE CAR. THE LIGHTS ON BUT THE...
I HAD THIS CAR FOR ONE YEAR AND I HAVE REPLAY THE LIGHTS 7 SEVEN TIMES AND NO ONE CAN TELL ME WHY. WHEN I'M DRIVING AT NIGHT I HAVE TO USE MY HIGH BEAMS IN ORDER TO SEE SOMEONE NEEDS TO DO SOMETHING ASAP. I FEAR FOR MY LIFE AND MY KIDS EVERYDAY WHEN WE GET IN THIS UNSAFE CAR. THE LIGHTS ON BUT THE...
DRIVING AT APPROX 70 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY THE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING A FAINT KNOCKING SOUND WHICH VERY QUICKLY TURNED INTO A MORE RAPID HECTIC KNOCKING SOUND. AS I WAS EXITING THE FREEWAY THE SOUND CONTINUED TO INTENSIFY AND THE ENGINE KNOCKING THEN BECAME EXTREMELY LOUD ALMOST COMPLETELY DISABLING THE V...
Mileage: 118,118
DRIVING AT APPROX 70 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY THE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING A FAINT KNOCKING SOUND WHICH VERY QUICKLY TURNED INTO A MORE RAPID HECTIC KNOCKING SOUND. AS I WAS EXITING THE FREEWAY THE SOUND CONTINUED TO INTENSIFY AND THE ENGINE KNOCKING THEN BECAME EXTREMELY LOUD ALMOST COMPLETELY DISABLING THE V...
Mileage: 118,118
DRIVING AT APPROX 70 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY THE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING A FAINT KNOCKING SOUND WHICH VERY QUICKLY TURNED INTO A MORE RAPID HECTIC KNOCKING SOUND. AS I WAS EXITING THE FREEWAY THE SOUND CONTINUED TO INTENSIFY AND THE ENGINE KNOCKING THEN BECAME EXTREMELY LOUD ALMOST COMPLETELY DISABLING THE V...
Mileage: 118,118
I HAVE A 2014 LX WITH NOTHING SPECIAL OTHER THAN HEATED FRONT SEATS. REGULAR IGNITION, 6CYL WITH ALMOST 148K MILES. ISSUE 1- AT APPROX 100K MY DASH STARTED LIGHTING UP WITH ABS, E-BRAKE, TRAC, AND TPS LIGHTS. EBRAKE AND TPS WERE INTERMITTENT AND ONLY CAME ON AFTER IT RAINED IT SEEMED. AFTER PL...
Mileage: 142,000
I HAVE A 2014 LX WITH NOTHING SPECIAL OTHER THAN HEATED FRONT SEATS. REGULAR IGNITION, 6CYL WITH ALMOST 148K MILES. ISSUE 1- AT APPROX 100K MY DASH STARTED LIGHTING UP WITH ABS, E-BRAKE, TRAC, AND TPS LIGHTS. EBRAKE AND TPS WERE INTERMITTENT AND ONLY CAME ON AFTER IT RAINED IT SEEMED. AFTER PL...
Mileage: 142,000
I HAVE A 2014 LX WITH NOTHING SPECIAL OTHER THAN HEATED FRONT SEATS. REGULAR IGNITION, 6CYL WITH ALMOST 148K MILES. ISSUE 1- AT APPROX 100K MY DASH STARTED LIGHTING UP WITH ABS, E-BRAKE, TRAC, AND TPS LIGHTS. EBRAKE AND TPS WERE INTERMITTENT AND ONLY CAME ON AFTER IT RAINED IT SEEMED. AFTER PL...
Mileage: 142,000
MY VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED IN THE GEORGIA PLANT BUT WAS NOT PART OF THE 2 PREVIOUS RECALLS, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS MANUFACTURED THAT THE SAME TIME, BECAUSE IT HAS THE LAMBDA 3.3L V6 ENGINE. AFTER ALL THE TROUBLES I HAVE HAD WITH THE VEHICLE, LOCKS DONT UNLOCK, ENGINE IS FAILING, AND NOW THERE IS A PRO...
Mileage: 79,800
MY VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED IN THE GEORGIA PLANT BUT WAS NOT PART OF THE 2 PREVIOUS RECALLS, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS MANUFACTURED THAT THE SAME TIME, BECAUSE IT HAS THE LAMBDA 3.3L V6 ENGINE. AFTER ALL THE TROUBLES I HAVE HAD WITH THE VEHICLE, LOCKS DONT UNLOCK, ENGINE IS FAILING, AND NOW THERE IS A PRO...
Mileage: 79,800
ENGINE RECALL MY VEHICLE IS IN THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE ENGINE RECALL I ALSO HAD TO HAVE THE STEERING WHEEL REPLACED 2 TIMES DUE TO WIRING OR BUTTON MALFUNCTIONS. ALONG WITH THE USB PORT ON THE STEREO. THE ISSUE HAPPENED AGAIN AFTER THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ENDED FOR THAT PART AND THEY REFUSE TO FI...
ENGINE RECALL MY VEHICLE IS IN THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE ENGINE RECALL I ALSO HAD TO HAVE THE STEERING WHEEL REPLACED 2 TIMES DUE TO WIRING OR BUTTON MALFUNCTIONS. ALONG WITH THE USB PORT ON THE STEREO. THE ISSUE HAPPENED AGAIN AFTER THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ENDED FOR THAT PART AND THEY REFUSE TO FI...
ENGINE RECALL MY VEHICLE IS IN THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE ENGINE RECALL I ALSO HAD TO HAVE THE STEERING WHEEL REPLACED 2 TIMES DUE TO WIRING OR BUTTON MALFUNCTIONS. ALONG WITH THE USB PORT ON THE STEREO. THE ISSUE HAPPENED AGAIN AFTER THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ENDED FOR THAT PART AND THEY REFUSE TO FI...
NOTICED TONIGHT DRIVING IN THE DARK THAT MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING. THE LITTLE SMALL LED LIGHTS ABOVE THE LIGHTS WORK AND MY HIGH BEAMS WORK ALSO.I FIND IT HARD THAT BOTH LOW BEAMS WOULD BURN OUT AT THE SAME TIME. ALL THREE GREEN LIGHT INDICATORS ON MY DASH SHOW THAT MY LIGHTS ARE O...
Mileage: 72,250
(XXXX) AGAINST KA MOTORS 07/06/18 CASE # (XXXX) (WAITING 15 WEEKS) REFUND DUE ME TOWING AND KEEPING MY CAR 5 TO 6 WEEKS $456.06. MOTOR RECALL EARLY 2018 TOOK IN KIA SHAWNEE MISSION, KS NO PROBLEM, NO RECALL, ABOUT 30 DAYS B4 VACATION. ON 07/13/18 MOTOR BLEW UP ON HIGHWAY IN MIDDLE OF NIGHT ABOUT ...
Mileage: 70,000
HAVE HAD TAILLIGHT BULBS REPLACED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. AS SOON AS ONE IS REPLACED, ANOTHER BLOWS. SOME TYPE OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. ALSO, HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT ADJUSTED DOWNWARD. HAVE HAD ADJUSTED BY DEALERSHIP, BUT STILL CANNOT SEE AT NIGHT! HEADLAMPS DO NOT LIGHT ROAD AHEAD OF THE VEHICLE.
Mileage: 65,000
RECALL : IT ISN'T ON RECALL LIST BUT HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS THE OTHER RECALLS FOR SAME VEHICLE AND YEAR. WAS DRIVING AND ENGINE STALLED ON THE LOOP, I WAS ALMOST HIT BY MULTIPLE CARS. I FINALLY GOT THE KIA TO START AND IT BEGAN TO MAKE LOUD TAPPING NOISE AND NOT LETTING RPMS REACH 3K. NOBODY S...
Mileage: 87,268
RECALL : IT ISN'T ON RECALL LIST BUT HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS THE OTHER RECALLS FOR SAME VEHICLE AND YEAR. WAS DRIVING AND ENGINE STALLED ON THE LOOP, I WAS ALMOST HIT BY MULTIPLE CARS. I FINALLY GOT THE KIA TO START AND IT BEGAN TO MAKE LOUD TAPPING NOISE AND NOT LETTING RPMS REACH 3K. NOBODY S...
Mileage: 87,268
RECALL : IT ISN'T ON RECALL LIST BUT HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS THE OTHER RECALLS FOR SAME VEHICLE AND YEAR. WAS DRIVING AND ENGINE STALLED ON THE LOOP, I WAS ALMOST HIT BY MULTIPLE CARS. I FINALLY GOT THE KIA TO START AND IT BEGAN TO MAKE LOUD TAPPING NOISE AND NOT LETTING RPMS REACH 3K. NOBODY S...
Mileage: 87,268
COMPLAINT NO.WHILE TRAVELING DOWN HWY 377 TOWARD GRANBURY, TEXAS. THE UNDERSIDE OF MY CAR BURST INTO FLAMES. FORTUNATELY I WAS TRAVELING AT 70MPH AND THE PERSON WHO WITNESSED THE FLAMES BEHIND ME, RAN UP TO MY CAR WHEN I STOPPED AT A RAIL CROSSING TO TELL ME WHAT HAPPEN. I WAS LUCKY I WAS DRIVING 70...
Mileage: 32,550
COMPLAINT NO.WHILE TRAVELING DOWN HWY 377 TOWARD GRANBURY, TEXAS. THE UNDERSIDE OF MY CAR BURST INTO FLAMES. FORTUNATELY I WAS TRAVELING AT 70MPH AND THE PERSON WHO WITNESSED THE FLAMES BEHIND ME, RAN UP TO MY CAR WHEN I STOPPED AT A RAIL CROSSING TO TELL ME WHAT HAPPEN. I WAS LUCKY I WAS DRIVING 70...
Mileage: 32,550
CONTROLS ON STEERING WHEEL FOR RADIO, AND SPEED CONTROL AND HANDS FREE PHONE FEATURES STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY YOU PRESS THE PHONE BUTTON AND VOLUME GOES UP OR DOWN HIT MUTE AND VOICE COMMAND GOES ON DIALS NUMBERS AT RANDOM STARTLING YOU GIVES STRANGE BURNING SMELL FROM STEERING WHEEL . THE POWER S...
Mileage: 70,000
CONTROLS ON STEERING WHEEL FOR RADIO, AND SPEED CONTROL AND HANDS FREE PHONE FEATURES STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY YOU PRESS THE PHONE BUTTON AND VOLUME GOES UP OR DOWN HIT MUTE AND VOICE COMMAND GOES ON DIALS NUMBERS AT RANDOM STARTLING YOU GIVES STRANGE BURNING SMELL FROM STEERING WHEEL . THE POWER S...
Mileage: 70,000
CONTROLS ON STEERING WHEEL FOR RADIO, AND SPEED CONTROL AND HANDS FREE PHONE FEATURES STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY YOU PRESS THE PHONE BUTTON AND VOLUME GOES UP OR DOWN HIT MUTE AND VOICE COMMAND GOES ON DIALS NUMBERS AT RANDOM STARTLING YOU GIVES STRANGE BURNING SMELL FROM STEERING WHEEL . THE POWER S...
Mileage: 70,000
STEERING WHEEL ELECTRONIC CONTROLS(SPEED CONTROL, RADIO, ). AIRBAG LIGHT ON WITH NO COLLISION HAVING OCCURRED, REPLACED HEADLIGHTS TWICE IN LAST YEAR, BRAKE LIGHTS REPLACED ONCE
Mileage: 108,000
STEERING WHEEL ELECTRONIC CONTROLS(SPEED CONTROL, RADIO, ). AIRBAG LIGHT ON WITH NO COLLISION HAVING OCCURRED, REPLACED HEADLIGHTS TWICE IN LAST YEAR, BRAKE LIGHTS REPLACED ONCE
Mileage: 108,000
STEERING WHEEL ELECTRONIC CONTROLS(SPEED CONTROL, RADIO, ). AIRBAG LIGHT ON WITH NO COLLISION HAVING OCCURRED, REPLACED HEADLIGHTS TWICE IN LAST YEAR, BRAKE LIGHTS REPLACED ONCE
Mileage: 108,000
THIS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. PLEASE TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY BEFORE SOMEONE BURNS ALIVE.THE THIRD ROW SEAT IS A DEATHTRAP. IT IS IMMPOSSIBLE TO EXIT THE THIRD ROW SEAT WHEN THE SECOND ROW SEAT IS OCCUPIED. IN CASE OF AN ACCODENT OR EMERGENCY THE PEOPLE IN THE THIRD ROW CANNOT EXIT THE VEHICLE- THEY ARE ...
Mileage: 20
THIS IS A RESENT OF A PREVIOUS REPORT DATED 9/25/2018 COMPLAINT # 11131590. I RECEIVED A PHONE CALL TODAY 10/1/2018 @ ABOUT 3:10 PM FROM ALI SATING I SHOULD REFILE. ON OR ABOUT 8/15/2018, 11:45 AM I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR DEER ACCIDENT. A SMALL HEARD OF DEER BOUNDED OUT OF THE WOODS FROM MY LEFT, ONE...
Mileage: 87,541
MILEAGE 116,145. I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY COMING DOWN A STEEP GRADE GOING STRAIGHT. IN THE FAST LANE I WAS GOING 75MPH AND THEN RAPIDILY EXCELERATED TO 82MPH ( THE RPMS JUMPED TO THE 6/7 RANGE). THE ENGINE COMPLETE STOPPED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, OIL LIGHT, POWER STEERING AND BATTERY LIGHT AL...
Mileage: 116,145
MILEAGE 116,145. I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY COMING DOWN A STEEP GRADE GOING STRAIGHT. IN THE FAST LANE I WAS GOING 75MPH AND THEN RAPIDILY EXCELERATED TO 82MPH ( THE RPMS JUMPED TO THE 6/7 RANGE). THE ENGINE COMPLETE STOPPED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, OIL LIGHT, POWER STEERING AND BATTERY LIGHT AL...
Mileage: 116,145
AT 68,000 MILES - NO ACCIDENTS ON RECORD. OUR SORENTO'S DRIVE TRAIN "CAME APART" INSIDE THE REAR HOUSING CAUSING THE DRIVETRAIN AND AXLES TO SEPARATE AND THE GEARS TO BE PROPELLED UP INTO THE HOUSING. WE WERE TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE REPAIR SHOP WHEN IT HAPPENED AS WE NOTICED A LEAD COMING FROM T...
Mileage: 1
ON OR ABOUT 8/15/2018 @11:45 PM I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR / DEER ACCIDENT. A SMALL HEARD OF DEER BOUNDED OUT OF THE WOODS AND ONE JUMPED OVER THE FRONT OF MY CAR. I SWERVED RIGHT AND HIT HEAD ON WITH A TREE AT ABOUT 45/50 MPH. THE CAR CONTACTED AROUND THE INSIDE OF THE PASSENGERS HEADLIGHT. "THE AIR B...
Mileage: 87,541
BACK UP CAMERA STOPPED WORKING AND JUST SHOWS A BLACK SCREEN SENSORS STILL WORK BUT THAT IS ALL. ALSO WHEN I TURN THE CAR HARD RIGHT OR LEFT IT SOUNDS AS THOUGH THE TIRES ARE HITTING THE WHEEL WELL WITH A LOUD CRUNCHY THUD
BACK UP CAMERA STOPPED WORKING AND JUST SHOWS A BLACK SCREEN SENSORS STILL WORK BUT THAT IS ALL. ALSO WHEN I TURN THE CAR HARD RIGHT OR LEFT IT SOUNDS AS THOUGH THE TIRES ARE HITTING THE WHEEL WELL WITH A LOUD CRUNCHY THUD
BACK UP CAMERA STOPPED WORKING AND JUST SHOWS A BLACK SCREEN SENSORS STILL WORK BUT THAT IS ALL. ALSO WHEN I TURN THE CAR HARD RIGHT OR LEFT IT SOUNDS AS THOUGH THE TIRES ARE HITTING THE WHEEL WELL WITH A LOUD CRUNCHY THUD
DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY MY CAR DIED OUT OF NOWHERE. IT WOULD NOT START AGAIN AFTERWARDS. ALL POWER SHUTS OFF AND I AM ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP. THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES BUT BECOMING MORE FREQUENT BUT STILL RANDOM.
Mileage: 94,000
DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY MY CAR DIED OUT OF NOWHERE. IT WOULD NOT START AGAIN AFTERWARDS. ALL POWER SHUTS OFF AND I AM ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP. THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES BUT BECOMING MORE FREQUENT BUT STILL RANDOM.
Mileage: 94,000
DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY MY CAR DIED OUT OF NOWHERE. IT WOULD NOT START AGAIN AFTERWARDS. ALL POWER SHUTS OFF AND I AM ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP. THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES BUT BECOMING MORE FREQUENT BUT STILL RANDOM.
Mileage: 94,000
VEHICLE ONLY STARTS IN NEUTRAL. REFUSES TO GO INTO PARK. ABS SEEMS LIKE IT'S ALWAYS ON BUT THE LIGHT ISN'T. HAD THE CAR CHECKED FOR ENGINE RECALL AND THEY SAID IT WAS FINE. NEVER ANY MAJOR ISSUES WITH CAR UNTIL THE PAST YEAR. HAVE REPLACED BRAKES AND WHEEL SENSOR AND DOES NOIR FIX PROBLEM. THE VEHIC...
Mileage: 106,000
VEHICLE ONLY STARTS IN NEUTRAL. REFUSES TO GO INTO PARK. ABS SEEMS LIKE IT'S ALWAYS ON BUT THE LIGHT ISN'T. HAD THE CAR CHECKED FOR ENGINE RECALL AND THEY SAID IT WAS FINE. NEVER ANY MAJOR ISSUES WITH CAR UNTIL THE PAST YEAR. HAVE REPLACED BRAKES AND WHEEL SENSOR AND DOES NOIR FIX PROBLEM. THE VEHIC...
Mileage: 106,000
VEHICLE ONLY STARTS IN NEUTRAL. REFUSES TO GO INTO PARK. ABS SEEMS LIKE IT'S ALWAYS ON BUT THE LIGHT ISN'T. HAD THE CAR CHECKED FOR ENGINE RECALL AND THEY SAID IT WAS FINE. NEVER ANY MAJOR ISSUES WITH CAR UNTIL THE PAST YEAR. HAVE REPLACED BRAKES AND WHEEL SENSOR AND DOES NOIR FIX PROBLEM. THE VEHIC...
Mileage: 106,000
LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS GO OFF AUTOMATICALLY. HAVE TO TURN THE HEAD LIGHTS BACK OFF AND BACK ON BEFORE THEY WORK AGAIN. ONLY HAPPENS IN THE BEGINNING OF THE DRIVE. I BOUGHT NEW HEAD LIGHTS DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM.
Mileage: 5
ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF AS I AM DRIVING. SOMETIMES, THE SPEEDOMETER MOVES QUICKLY OVER THE INCORRECT SPEEDS SO I HAVE NO CLUE WHAT SPEED I AM GOING. IT'S ONLY A FOUR YEAR OLD CAR WITH 56,000 MILES. ALSO, SAME VEHICLE HAS ISSUE WITH THE GAS TANK DOOR. CANNOT OPEN USING THE...
Mileage: 56,000
ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF AS I AM DRIVING. SOMETIMES, THE SPEEDOMETER MOVES QUICKLY OVER THE INCORRECT SPEEDS SO I HAVE NO CLUE WHAT SPEED I AM GOING. IT'S ONLY A FOUR YEAR OLD CAR WITH 56,000 MILES. ALSO, SAME VEHICLE HAS ISSUE WITH THE GAS TANK DOOR. CANNOT OPEN USING THE...
Mileage: 56,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF, SMOKE WAS SEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE THEN BURST INTO FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLI...
Mileage: 81,000
"TAKATA RECALL" I PURCHASE MY 2014 KIA SORENTO FROM A USED DEALER WITH 85,052 MILES ON IT. IN JULY I STARTED HEARING SOME LOUD POPPING NOISE SO, I CONTACTED MY VEHICLE SERVICE CONTRACT AND WAS ADVISE THAT IT NEEDED TO GO TO A SHOP, UPON GOING TO THE SHOP IT WAS DIAGNOSIS AND I WAS TOLD IT HAD A SEC...
"TAKATA RECALL" I PURCHASE MY 2014 KIA SORENTO FROM A USED DEALER WITH 85,052 MILES ON IT. IN JULY I STARTED HEARING SOME LOUD POPPING NOISE SO, I CONTACTED MY VEHICLE SERVICE CONTRACT AND WAS ADVISE THAT IT NEEDED TO GO TO A SHOP, UPON GOING TO THE SHOP IT WAS DIAGNOSIS AND I WAS TOLD IT HAD A SEC...
WE BOUGHT OUR CAR IN OCTOBER 2016. DURING OUR TRANSITION FROM NEW YORK TO GEORGIA OUR ENGINE FAILED ON US. MY HUSBAND AND I TOOK IT TO A KIA AUTOBODY SHOP IN GREENVILLE SOUTH CAROLINA. THEY FIXED IT FREE OF CHARGE DUE TO A RECALL ON OUR SPECIFIC YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL OF OUR CAR. WE THEN PROCEEDED AS ...
Mileage: 74,000
TURN THE VEHICLE OFF SO I COULD PULL IN MY DRIVEWAY AS I UNLOCKED MY GATE CAR WOULD NOT START BACK IT WAS STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD I HAD PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY AND I HAVE ALSO BOUGHT A NEW STARTER
Mileage: 80,000
TURN THE VEHICLE OFF SO I COULD PULL IN MY DRIVEWAY AS I UNLOCKED MY GATE CAR WOULD NOT START BACK IT WAS STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD I HAD PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY AND I HAVE ALSO BOUGHT A NEW STARTER
Mileage: 80,000
TURN THE VEHICLE OFF SO I COULD PULL IN MY DRIVEWAY AS I UNLOCKED MY GATE CAR WOULD NOT START BACK IT WAS STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD I HAD PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY AND I HAVE ALSO BOUGHT A NEW STARTER
Mileage: 80,000
I WAS DRIVING MY 2014 KIA SORENTO DOWN A CITY STREET WHEN MY CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF . LUCKILY I WAS ONLY GOING ABOUT 30 MPH. IT LOST ALL POWER AND WONT RESTART. IT SHOWED AND CURRENTLY SHOWS A RED STEERING WHEEL LIGHT (I'VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE) AND A DIM BATTERY DISPLAY( WHICH BATTERY ISN'T EVEN 4 M...
Mileage: 66,000
I WAS DRIVING MY 2014 KIA SORENTO DOWN A CITY STREET WHEN MY CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF . LUCKILY I WAS ONLY GOING ABOUT 30 MPH. IT LOST ALL POWER AND WONT RESTART. IT SHOWED AND CURRENTLY SHOWS A RED STEERING WHEEL LIGHT (I'VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE) AND A DIM BATTERY DISPLAY( WHICH BATTERY ISN'T EVEN 4 M...
Mileage: 66,000
I WAS DRIVING MY 2014 KIA SORENTO DOWN A CITY STREET WHEN MY CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF . LUCKILY I WAS ONLY GOING ABOUT 30 MPH. IT LOST ALL POWER AND WONT RESTART. IT SHOWED AND CURRENTLY SHOWS A RED STEERING WHEEL LIGHT (I'VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE) AND A DIM BATTERY DISPLAY( WHICH BATTERY ISN'T EVEN 4 M...
Mileage: 66,000
VEHICLE DISPLAYS NO WARNING LIGHTS. VEHICLE SUDDENLY CUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY ROAD AT AN INTERSECTION, AND UPON TRYING TO RE-CRANK, IT MAKES A LOUD KNOCKING AND CLANKING NOISE. COULD ONLY SEMI-OPERATE CAR IN NEUTRAL. CAR WILL ONLY CUT ON FOR ABOUT 5-10 SECONDS AT A TIME. THERE WAS AN OPEN RE...
Mileage: 93,000
MY 2014 KIA SORRENTO IS NOT BEING RE-CALLED AFTER 403 KIA SORRENTO'S ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE NTSA THINKS YOU SHOULD JUST CARRY A FIRE EXTINGUISTER BUT THAT IS NOT THE ANSWER. I AM NOT SURE THAT I TRUST EVEN A RECALL AT THIS POINT. AS KIA AND THE NTSA ARGUE ABOUT WHOSE TO BLAM...
I WAS DRIVING MY CAR HOME AND JUST AS I PULLED UP ON MY STREET I AND BEGAN TO SMELL SMOKE AND THE SMELL OF BURNING PLASTIC, JUST AS I WAS PULLING UP TO MY HOUSE AND ABOUT TO PULL INTO MY DRIVEWAY, A TOW TRUCK DRIVER DRIVING THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION STOPPED HIS TRUCK, JUMPED OUT AND STARTED YELLING FOR...
Mileage: 40,453
MY SPOUSE WAS DRIVING HER KIA SORENTO HOME FROM WORK WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT PICK UP SPEED. THE LANE CHANGED FROM 2 LANES TO 1 LANE SO SHE HAD TO MERGE OVER DOING 70MPH. WITH THE LACK OF BEING ABLE TO ACCELERATE, SHE HAD TO BRAKE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT. WHEN SHE DID MERGE, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CA...
Mileage: 67,000
WE BOUGHT OUR CAR IN OCTOBER 2016. DURING OUR TRANSITION FROM NEW YORK TO GEORGIA OUR ENGINE FAILED ON US. MY HUSBAND AND I TOOK IT TO A KIA AUTOBODY SHOP IN GREENVILLE SOUTH CAROLINA. THEY FIXED IT FREE OF CHARGE DUE TO A RECALL ON OUR SPECIFIC YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL OF OUR CAR. WE THEN PROCEEDED AS ...
Mileage: 74,000
POWER STEERING FAILED TWICE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION AT APX. 60 MPH.
Mileage: 89,000
LAST WEEK WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 65MPH MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON(STAYED ON) AND MY VEHICLE STARTED KNOCKING. I WENT HOME PARKED IT FOR THE NIGHT AND CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THE NEXT MORNING. THE DEALERSHIP SAID AS LONG AS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS SOLID (NOT FLASHING) IT WAS SAFE TO DRI...
Mileage: 79,670
LAST WEEK WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 65MPH MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON(STAYED ON) AND MY VEHICLE STARTED KNOCKING. I WENT HOME PARKED IT FOR THE NIGHT AND CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THE NEXT MORNING. THE DEALERSHIP SAID AS LONG AS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS SOLID (NOT FLASHING) IT WAS SAFE TO DRI...
Mileage: 79,670
LAST WEEK WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 65MPH MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON(STAYED ON) AND MY VEHICLE STARTED KNOCKING. I WENT HOME PARKED IT FOR THE NIGHT AND CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THE NEXT MORNING. THE DEALERSHIP SAID AS LONG AS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS SOLID (NOT FLASHING) IT WAS SAFE TO DRI...
Mileage: 79,670
ON 7/5/2014 9:00 A.M. I PLACE THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, TURNED THE KEY BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT TURN OVER TO START. I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ACCELERATION ISSUE ALSO.
Mileage: 60,253
ON 7/5/2014 9:00 A.M. I PLACE THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, TURNED THE KEY BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT TURN OVER TO START. I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ACCELERATION ISSUE ALSO.
Mileage: 60,253
ON 7/5/2014 9:00 A.M. I PLACE THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, TURNED THE KEY BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT TURN OVER TO START. I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ACCELERATION ISSUE ALSO.
Mileage: 60,253
"TAKATA RECALL" ON MAY 12, 2018 I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY WHEN I WAS HIT FROM THE DRIVER SIDE REAR CORNER PANEL AT 70MPH AND MADE MY CAR FISH TAIL CAUSING MY CAR TO ROLL OVER FOUR TIMES AND THE STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY AT ALL, ONLY AIRBAGS THAT DEPLYED WERE THE CURTAIN AIRBAGS, EVEN THO...
Mileage: 76,468
ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING LOST POWER AND LOCKING UP ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED ON THE HWY HAD TO PULL OVER BEFORE IT COMPLETE LOCKED THE ENGINE UP
Mileage: 120,000
I BROUGHT MY CAR TO DEALER BECAUSE AIRBAGS WARNING LIGHT WAS ON. THEY CHARGED $124 TO DIAGNOSE AND RECOMMEND REPLACING DRIVER SEAT BACK TO FIX IT. IT WILL COST $2100. I DECLINED, THEN I SAW MANY PEOPLE HAD SAME OR SIMILAR ISSUE AND COMPLAINED ON THE INTERNET. PLEASE INVESTIGATE THIS MATTER.
SC147. WHY WASN'T ALL THE 2014 KIA SORENTOS INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. MY VEHICLE STALLED OUT ON ME TODAY DOING THE SAME THING THAT THIS RECALL WAS FOR. REPORTED IT TO KIA AND THEY WON'T DO ANYTHING. MY VEHICLE WAS GOING 55 WHEN IT LOST ACCELERATION AND NO POWER STEERING AND THE LIGHTS FLASHING ON...
Mileage: 81,000
SC147. WHY WASN'T ALL THE 2014 KIA SORENTOS INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. MY VEHICLE STALLED OUT ON ME TODAY DOING THE SAME THING THAT THIS RECALL WAS FOR. REPORTED IT TO KIA AND THEY WON'T DO ANYTHING. MY VEHICLE WAS GOING 55 WHEN IT LOST ACCELERATION AND NO POWER STEERING AND THE LIGHTS FLASHING ON...
Mileage: 81,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, A LOUD EXPLOSION SOUND WAS HEARD AS THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT GLASS SHOP RECOMMENDED BY THE INSUR...
Mileage: 97,000
THE FRONT PASSENGER AND THE THE TWO BACK DOOR AS WELL AS THE BACK (ENTRY TO CRGO AREA) LOCKS DO NOT OPEN WITH ANY DEVICE....ONLY THE DRIVERS DOOR UNLOCKS., THE AFOREMENTIONED HAVE TO BE OPENED BY HAND.. THEY DO CLOSE WHEN THE KEY IS IN IGNITION AND THE DRIVE OR REVERSE IS ENGAGED, BUT THEY DO NOT ...
Mileage: 79,800
THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY BLOW THE BULBS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT HOUSING LOOKS TO BE BROWN LIKE IT OVERHEATED ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. ALSO THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS HAVE A MIND OF THERE OWN, YOU PUSH SAY THE VOLUME DOWN KEY AND THE VOICE RECOGNITION COMES ON NONE OF THE BUTTONS ON THE D...
THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY BLOW THE BULBS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT HOUSING LOOKS TO BE BROWN LIKE IT OVERHEATED ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. ALSO THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS HAVE A MIND OF THERE OWN, YOU PUSH SAY THE VOLUME DOWN KEY AND THE VOICE RECOGNITION COMES ON NONE OF THE BUTTONS ON THE D...
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ROUGHLY 40 MPH ON A STRAIGHT ROAD, ENGINE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. WITHIN SECONDS, THERE WAS LOSS OF POWER STEERING AS WELL. CAR WOULD NOT TURN OVER, AND ALL THE INDICATOR LIGHTS IN THE DASH SHOWED UP. TOOK THE CAR TO KIA, WHO ADMITTED THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. THE EN...
Mileage: 95,500
HEADLIGHT LO BEAM QUITS FUNCTIONING EVEN THOUGH BULB IS GOOD. REMOVING AND REINSTALLING SOMETIMES STARTS IT AGAIN. SOMETIMES JUST BUMPING IT MAKES IT WORK. CURRENTLY I CAN NOT GET IT TO WORK AGAIN AND THE BULB LOOKS GOOD. BEGAN 5/25/2018
Mileage: 40,000
WHILE DRIVING DOWN AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00PM ON 4/26/18 THE CAR DIED. FIRST THE STEERING LOCKED UP; ALL DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON, STEREO SYSTEM WENT OUT AND SOON COULD NOT GAS/BRAKE APPROPRIATELY. WAS ABLE TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD AND HAVE CAR TOWED TO DEALER.
Mileage: 59,000
BOTH REVERSE LIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE BEEN MELTED BY THE BACKUP LAMPS CAUSING A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.
Mileage: 80,000
TODAY, I WAS PUTTING MY SON IN HIS CAR SEAT BEHIND THE DRIVERS SEAT. I HAD PLACED THE KEY IN THE FRONT SEAT WHILE PUTTING HIM IN THE CARSEAT. WHEN I HAD SHUT THE BACK DRIVER SIDE DOOR, THE CAR AUTOMATICALLY LOCKED. EVERY DOOR OF OUR VEHICLE LOCKED AUTOMATICALLY WHILE MY 2 YEAR OLD SON WAS INSIDE THE...
Mileage: 54,000
WHILE DRIVING 45 MILES PER HOUR ON A STRAIGHTAWAY, I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND THEN A CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE LOCAL KIA DEALER AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT BOTH AXLES SHEARED OFF AND THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL WAS SPLIT, WITH ALL FLUID LEAKING OUT. THI...
Mileage: 105,000
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AS I HEARD A LOUD POP SO PULLED OVER ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD THINKING IT WAS MY TIRES, AS I LOOKED AT ALL THE TIRES I DIDN'T SEE ANYTHING SO I GOT BACK IN. SOON AS I GOT BACK IN THE VEHICLE I SMELLED SOMETHING SO I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND GOT OUT. THE MINUTE I ...
Mileage: 120
MY CAR HAS 69000 MILES ON IT. WHEN DRIVING A DIAGNOSTIC COMES UP WHILE DRIVING ON THE RADIO TELLING ME THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH THE TRANSMISSION MODULE SYSTEM THE SHIFTING NOTIFIER ON DASH DISAPPEARS. THE YELLOW CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. TODAY WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC THE CAR WHILE DRIVING WENT L...
Mileage: 69,900
AIR BAG LIGHT ON, HEADLIGHTS WILL TURN OFF WHEN IN AUTO MODE WHEN I USE LEFT TURN SIGNAL STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS NOT WORKING OR WORK IMPROPERLY IE VOLUME CONTROL WILL CHANGE RADIO STATION OR ADVANCE TRACK ON MEDIA BACK UP CAMERA WILL BLACK OUT WHILE STILL IN REVERSE
AIR BAG LIGHT ON, HEADLIGHTS WILL TURN OFF WHEN IN AUTO MODE WHEN I USE LEFT TURN SIGNAL STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS NOT WORKING OR WORK IMPROPERLY IE VOLUME CONTROL WILL CHANGE RADIO STATION OR ADVANCE TRACK ON MEDIA BACK UP CAMERA WILL BLACK OUT WHILE STILL IN REVERSE
AIR BAG LIGHT ON, HEADLIGHTS WILL TURN OFF WHEN IN AUTO MODE WHEN I USE LEFT TURN SIGNAL STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS NOT WORKING OR WORK IMPROPERLY IE VOLUME CONTROL WILL CHANGE RADIO STATION OR ADVANCE TRACK ON MEDIA BACK UP CAMERA WILL BLACK OUT WHILE STILL IN REVERSE
MY FRONT HEADLIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT. I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR 3 YEARS. IT WAS PURCHASED NEW. THIS IS THE 3RD TIME I'VE HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE. I ALWAYS DRIVE WITH MY HEADLIGHTS ON, REGARDLESS IF IT'S DAYTIME OR NIGHT. SOMETIMES THE LIGHTS WILL FUNCTION PROPERLY AND OTHER TIMES THE HEAD...
Mileage: 77,000
MY FRONT HEADLIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT. I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR 3 YEARS. IT WAS PURCHASED NEW. THIS IS THE 3RD TIME I'VE HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE. I ALWAYS DRIVE WITH MY HEADLIGHTS ON, REGARDLESS IF IT'S DAYTIME OR NIGHT. SOMETIMES THE LIGHTS WILL FUNCTION PROPERLY AND OTHER TIMES THE HEAD...
Mileage: 77,000
PASSENGER SEAT BELT ALARM/WARNING NOT INDICATED WHEN FRONT SEAT PASSENGER IS NOT BUCKLED. ALARM/WARNING GOES ON ONLY WHEN THE DRIVER'S BELT IS NOT BUCKLED. HAD THE CAR CHECKED AT THE LOCAL DEALER AND THEY WERE NOT AWARE OF THIS AS A PROBLEM. I EMAILED KIA ON 3/31/18 AND CALLED KIA TODAY AND THE...
Mileage: 52,000
MY 2014 KIA SORRENTO EX STARTED LEAKING MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF OIL AT 99,000 MILES. THE UNDERCARRIAGE AND THE BACK OF MY CAR ARE COVERED IN OIL FROM THE LEAK THAT STARTED WHILE DRIVING. HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED IT LAST YEAR. IT IS THE OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT. IT WILL BE A ...
Mileage: 99,000
WHENEVER I START THE VEHICLE AND TURN THE STEERING I AM HEARING A CLUNKING NOISE.RECENTLY WHENEVER I TURN THE STEERING WHILE DRIVING I AM HEARING THIS SOUND. IT WAS STATED IN THE APRIL 2018 ISSUE OF CONSUMER REPORTS THAT THE 2014-2016 KIA SOUL HAS THE SAME PROBLEM
Mileage: 38,739
LIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT. SEEMS EVERY COUPLE OF MONTHS EITHER HEADLIGHTS REAR LIGHTS OR BREAK LIGHTS NEED TO BE REPLACED.
SUN ROOF EXPLODED WHILE NORMAL DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HWY 40. HAVE POLICE REPORT #P18013783 FROM RALEIGH, NC POLICE DEPARTMENT.
Mileage: 63,000
THE RIGHT HAND SIDE PASSENGER DOOR PANEL HAS COME AWAY FROM THE DOOR FRAME AND NOW THE DOOR DOES NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IT WAS FIRST REPAIRED BY KIA WHEN I LEASED THE CAR AND THE SAME PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED BUT THEY WILL NOT MAKE THE REPAIR.
AIR BAG FLASHING ON AND OFF , STERELING HAS A NOISE CLICKING
AIR BAG FLASHING ON AND OFF , STERELING HAS A NOISE CLICKING
IN LATE DECEMBER OF 2017 I BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT MY CAR STARTED TO VIBRATE UPON ACCELERATION OF MORE THAN 55 MPH. I TOOK THE CAR IN FOR A SUSPENSION ANALYSIS TO PEP BOYS AT 3124 SEPULVEDA BLVD IN TORRANCE, CA AND THEY EVALUATED MY ISSUE. IT WAS DISCOVERED IN MY FRONT WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE WITH 115,00...
Mileage: 113,000
ENGINE SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING. SOMETIMES IT WILL RESTART AND SOMETIMES IT WON'T.
PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS DO NOT UNLOCK. THEY DO NOT UNLOCK WITH KEY FOB, THEY ALSO DO NOT UNLOCK USING THE UNLOCK BUTTON ON THE DRIVERS DOOR. EVEN PULLING THE HANDLE TO OPEN FROM THE INSIDE DOES NOT WORK, THEY HAVE TO EACH BE INDIVIDUALLY MANUALLY UNLOCKED, WHICH MEAN I HAVE TO CRAWLE IN THROUGH THE DRI...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED, INDICATING A POSSIBLE FAILURE WITH THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER (FRANKLIN KIA IN FRANKLIN, TN) WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILU...
Mileage: 86,000
I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN BECAUSE THE SURE BAG LIGHT WAS ON. SHORTLY AFTER, I RECIEVED SOMETHING IN THE MAIL FROM KIA ABOUT THE AIR BAG RECAPS SO I TOOK IT IN. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME MY VIN WASN'T COVERED. THEY SAID THE PASSENGER SIDE BAG IS WHAT I AM HAVING AN ISSUE WITH SO THEY TURNED OFF THE AIR BAGS...
Mileage: 62,000
WHILE REVERISING INTO A DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED LOW POWER, WHEN THE GAS PEDAL WAS PRESSED FOR ADDITION POWER THERE A CLUNKING NOISE WHICH RESULTED FROM A BROKEN AXLE AND ENGINE MOUNTING POINT ON THE ENGINE ITSELF.
Mileage: 40,000
WHILE REVERISING INTO A DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED LOW POWER, WHEN THE GAS PEDAL WAS PRESSED FOR ADDITION POWER THERE A CLUNKING NOISE WHICH RESULTED FROM A BROKEN AXLE AND ENGINE MOUNTING POINT ON THE ENGINE ITSELF.
Mileage: 40,000
DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND SUNROOF EXPLODED. NO CARS OR OVERPASS NEARBY AND NO OBJECT SEEN OR FOUND TO HAVE HIT SUNROOF. SUNROOF APPEARS TO HAVE EXPLODED OUTWARD AS THERE IS VERY LITTLE GLASS TRAPPED IN THE SUNROOF SCREEN WHICH WAS CLOSED WHEN THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. WEATHER WAS A MIX OF RAIN AND SNO...
Mileage: 57,600
THERE APPEARS TO BE AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE THAT KIA WON'T OWN UP TO. THE BATTERY IS CONSTANTLY DYING AFTER BEING CHECKED AND IS GOOD. LIGHTS CONSTANTLY GO OUT I HAVE REPLACED BREAK LIGHTS HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS SEVERAL TIMES IN LAST YEAR. THE AIRBAG PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DOES NOT GO OFF. THE STEERI...
Mileage: 82,500
THERE APPEARS TO BE AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE THAT KIA WON'T OWN UP TO. THE BATTERY IS CONSTANTLY DYING AFTER BEING CHECKED AND IS GOOD. LIGHTS CONSTANTLY GO OUT I HAVE REPLACED BREAK LIGHTS HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS SEVERAL TIMES IN LAST YEAR. THE AIRBAG PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DOES NOT GO OFF. THE STEERI...
Mileage: 82,500
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. A LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VE...
THE CAR IS MOVING PROCEEDS TO COME TO A CRAWL AND STOP I HAVE A VIDEO AND THE DEALERSHIP IS CLUELESS. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES
Mileage: 69,000
THE CAR IS MOVING PROCEEDS TO COME TO A CRAWL AND STOP I HAVE A VIDEO AND THE DEALERSHIP IS CLUELESS. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES
Mileage: 69,000
THE CAR IS MOVING PROCEEDS TO COME TO A CRAWL AND STOP I HAVE A VIDEO AND THE DEALERSHIP IS CLUELESS. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES
Mileage: 69,000
THE DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK WHEN I PRESS THE KEY FOB, I'VE TRIED BOTH KEY FOBS AND THEY HAVE NEW BATTERIES. ONLY THE DRIVERS DOOR IS UNLOCKING ALL TIMES.
IN THE PAST 3-4 MONTHS I HAVE REPLACED MY BATTERY TWICE THE 1ST TIME I HAD MY TRUCK ABOUT 2.5YRS SO I DIDN'T THINK MUCH OF IT BUT I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AFTER REPLACING BATTERY WITHIN 3-4 MONTHS BATTERY WOULD DIE I WOULD GET A BOOST AFTER A FEW DAYS SAME THING HAPPEN AGAIN. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SEEMS O...
Mileage: 60,000
IN THE PAST 3-4 MONTHS I HAVE REPLACED MY BATTERY TWICE THE 1ST TIME I HAD MY TRUCK ABOUT 2.5YRS SO I DIDN'T THINK MUCH OF IT BUT I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AFTER REPLACING BATTERY WITHIN 3-4 MONTHS BATTERY WOULD DIE I WOULD GET A BOOST AFTER A FEW DAYS SAME THING HAPPEN AGAIN. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SEEMS O...
Mileage: 60,000
IN THE PAST 3-4 MONTHS I HAVE REPLACED MY BATTERY TWICE THE 1ST TIME I HAD MY TRUCK ABOUT 2.5YRS SO I DIDN'T THINK MUCH OF IT BUT I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AFTER REPLACING BATTERY WITHIN 3-4 MONTHS BATTERY WOULD DIE I WOULD GET A BOOST AFTER A FEW DAYS SAME THING HAPPEN AGAIN. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SEEMS O...
Mileage: 60,000
KIA HAS LOTS OF ISSUES WITH THEIR AIR BAGS. FROM CLOCK SPRING TO SENSORS IN THE DRIVER SIDE AND SO ON. COMPANY DOES NOT TAKE CARE OF IT AND COMING UP WITH CRAZY ESTIMATES TO FIX, PLEASE JUST SEE HOW MANY COMPLAINTS HAVE BEEN MADE ON GOOGLE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND KIA NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF IT WIT...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE PANORAMIC SUN ROOF EXPLODED. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE PRIOR TO THE EXPLOSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LEV KIA OF FRAMINGHAM IN FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS WHERE IT WAS ASSUMED THAT A ROCK MAY HAVE STRUCK THE GLASS AND CA...
Mileage: 33,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE PANORAMIC SUN ROOF EXPLODED. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE PRIOR TO THE EXPLOSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LEV KIA OF FRAMINGHAM IN FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS WHERE IT WAS ASSUMED THAT A ROCK MAY HAVE STRUCK THE GLASS AND CA...
Mileage: 33,000
THE REAR HATCH DOOR WILL NOT OPEN.
Mileage: 60,000
THE PAINT ON THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FROM DAY 1 PRACTICALLY, AND KIA REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THIS. WE TAKE GREAT CARE IN OUR CARS AS WE KEEP THEM FOR THE LIFE OF THEM, AND THUS KEEP IT MOSTLY GARAGED WHEN NOT IN USE, AND ESPECIALLY DURING ANY POTENTIALLY ADVERSE WEATHER. FROM DAY 1, ANY HARD...
I PURCHASED A 2014 KIA SORENTO LX BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALER. I HAVE MAINTAINED ALL NECESSARY WORK AND MOSTLY DONE AT AUTHORIZED DEALERS. IN MAY 2017 WHILE DRIVING HOME MY INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT OUT. UNABLE TO SEE SPEED, SAFETY WARNING LIGHTS, GAS ETC... I TOOK IT TO TWO DIFFERENT KIA SERVICE LOCATION...
Mileage: 120,000
HAD SOME RAIN COME THROUGH, I GOT IN MY CAR AND NOTICED THAT THE SEATS WERE DAMP AND THE DASHBOARD WAS DAMP AS WELL. SO I DID A LITTLE INVESTIGATION, LOOKED ON TOP MY ROOF , AND IT APPEARED THAT PART OF THEPANARAMIC SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED. I HAVEN'T HAD ANY ROCKS HIT MY CAR, I LITERALLY DRIVE MY CAR ...
Mileage: 58,000
KIA SORENTO OWNER FOLLOW-UP LETTER ON SAFETY RECALL. *BF UPDATED 09/26/2017*JS
WHEN YOU PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION TO START THE CAR,IT HAS POWER BUT WILL NOT START YOU HAVE TO KEEP ON TURNING THE SWITC UNTIL IT INGAGES OR PUT YOU FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHILE THE IGNITION SWITCH IS ON AND TAKE IT OUT OF PARK AND PUT IT IN GEAR THEN PUT IT BACK IN PARK AND IT WILL CRANK.THIS IS ALWA...
Mileage: 12,895
VEHICLE FREQUENTLY WILL NOT START AND A MESSAGE POPS UP SAYING: " BATTERY DISCHARGE WARNING" "PLEASE USE THE SYSTEM WHEN THE IGNITION IS ON". IT TAKES ANYWHERE BETWEEN 10-20 MINUTES BEFORE THE CAR FINALLY STARTS. KIA SAID THEY DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS, BUT IT HAS HAPPENED AGAIN TODAY.
VEHICLE FREQUENTLY WILL NOT START AND A MESSAGE POPS UP SAYING: " BATTERY DISCHARGE WARNING" "PLEASE USE THE SYSTEM WHEN THE IGNITION IS ON". IT TAKES ANYWHERE BETWEEN 10-20 MINUTES BEFORE THE CAR FINALLY STARTS. KIA SAID THEY DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS, BUT IT HAS HAPPENED AGAIN TODAY.
MY CAR STARTING TO BEGIN TO SHOW LACK OF POWER AT FIRST, WHICH I HAD MENTIONED IN ADVANCE IN SERVICE APPOINTMENTS. TWO DAYS BEFORE MY ONE YEAR OF OWNING IT, THE CAR BEGAN TO STALL OUT WHEN I STOPPED FOR TRAFFIC LIGHTS WITHIN THE SAME DAY A OIL LIGHT WARNING FLASHED, AND THE CAR STARTED TO HAVE A KN...
Mileage: 64,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE SEIZED WHILE DRIVING 80 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER (THE KIA STORE, 5325 PRESTON HWY, LOUISVILLE, KY 40213, (888) 214-1809) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT WAS NO...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE SEIZED WHILE DRIVING 80 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER (THE KIA STORE, 5325 PRESTON HWY, LOUISVILLE, KY 40213, (888) 214-1809) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT WAS NO...
1ST OCCURRENCE: ON JULY 10, 2017, AT ABOUT 11:30 A.M., I MADE A LEFT TURN ON A CITY STREET IN LAS CRUCES, NM, WHICH TOOK ME THROUGH AN UNDERPASS. IT WAS A 'WIDE' TURN AND I WAS PROBABLY MOVING AT ABOUT 25 MPH. ABOUT HALF WAY THROUGH THE TURN I LOST POWER STEERING AND BY BRUTE FORCE, WAS ABLE TO TU...
Mileage: 17,720
1ST OCCURRENCE: ON JULY 10, 2017, AT ABOUT 11:30 A.M., I MADE A LEFT TURN ON A CITY STREET IN LAS CRUCES, NM, WHICH TOOK ME THROUGH AN UNDERPASS. IT WAS A 'WIDE' TURN AND I WAS PROBABLY MOVING AT ABOUT 25 MPH. ABOUT HALF WAY THROUGH THE TURN I LOST POWER STEERING AND BY BRUTE FORCE, WAS ABLE TO TU...
Mileage: 17,720
KIA SAFETY RECALL (#17V224) I HAD PREVIOUSLY FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE NHTSA REGARDING AN ENGINE FAILURE. PLEASE SEE COMPLAINT #10993259. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMPLAINT IS A FOLLOW-UP TO THE PREVIOUSLY FILED COMPLIANT. AS YOU ARE AWARE, KIA FAILED TO TIMELY NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS THAT THEIR V...
AIRBAG SAFETY INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON WITH PASSENGER SITTING ON THE SEAT: AT 80,000 MILES I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY PASSENGER AIRBAG SAFETY INDICATOR LIGHT. WHEN THE SEAT IS OCCUPIED, THE WARNING AIRBAG LIGHT, COMES ON AND REMAINS ON. I CONTACTED KIA AND WAS TOLD IT WAS NO LONGER U...
AIRBAG SAFETY INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON WITH PASSENGER SITTING ON THE SEAT: AT 80,000 MILES I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY PASSENGER AIRBAG SAFETY INDICATOR LIGHT. WHEN THE SEAT IS OCCUPIED, THE WARNING AIRBAG LIGHT, COMES ON AND REMAINS ON. I CONTACTED KIA AND WAS TOLD IT WAS NO LONGER U...
AIRBAG SAFETY INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON WITH PASSENGER SITTING ON THE SEAT: AT 80,000 MILES I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY PASSENGER AIRBAG SAFETY INDICATOR LIGHT. WHEN THE SEAT IS OCCUPIED, THE WARNING AIRBAG LIGHT, COMES ON AND REMAINS ON. I CONTACTED KIA AND WAS TOLD IT WAS NO LONGER U...
CAR BEGAN RANDOMLY NOT STARTING. NEW BATTERY INSTALLED IN NOVEMBER 2016. REPEATED ISSUE 6 DAYS LATER AND AGAIN 6 DAYS AFTER THAT. REMEMBERING BACK TO FIRST TIME I PUSHED THE START BUTTON TWICE, PUT FOOT ON BRAKE AND PUT CAR IN REVERSE AND BACK INTO PARK. CAR STARTED. FIRST TIME ON A RELATIVELY STEE...
Mileage: 400,000
9/15/15- BROUGHT IN FOR MISFIRING AND ROUGH IDLING TO LUPIENT KIA BROOKLYN PARK, MN. 11/19/15 - BROUGHT IN FOR ROUGH IDLING AND ENGINE STALLING WHILE DRIVING TO LUPIENT. CLEANED ENGINE GROUNDS. 12/30/15 - LUPIENT - BROUGHT IN FOR MISFIRES AND CEL ON; REPLACED INJECTOR AND COMPUTER. 7/13/16 - LUP...
Mileage: 16,800
9/15/15- BROUGHT IN FOR MISFIRING AND ROUGH IDLING TO LUPIENT KIA BROOKLYN PARK, MN. 11/19/15 - BROUGHT IN FOR ROUGH IDLING AND ENGINE STALLING WHILE DRIVING TO LUPIENT. CLEANED ENGINE GROUNDS. 12/30/15 - LUPIENT - BROUGHT IN FOR MISFIRES AND CEL ON; REPLACED INJECTOR AND COMPUTER. 7/13/16 - LUP...
Mileage: 16,800
I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER #17V224 ON MY KIA. I RECENTLY TOOK IT BACK TO THE KIA DEALSHIP I LEASED IT FROM AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT RAN A TEST ON IT AND CHANGED THE OIL WHICH WAS CHANGED IN APRIL. I WAS ADVISE I NEED TO BUY A CABIN AIR FILTER OF $60.00. WHICH I CAN'T AFFORD BECAUSE I'M ON SHORT TERM O...
I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER #17V224 ON MY KIA. I RECENTLY TOOK IT BACK TO THE KIA DEALSHIP I LEASED IT FROM AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT RAN A TEST ON IT AND CHANGED THE OIL WHICH WAS CHANGED IN APRIL. I WAS ADVISE I NEED TO BUY A CABIN AIR FILTER OF $60.00. WHICH I CAN'T AFFORD BECAUSE I'M ON SHORT TERM O...
I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER #17V224 ON MY KIA. I RECENTLY TOOK IT BACK TO THE KIA DEALSHIP I LEASED IT FROM AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT RAN A TEST ON IT AND CHANGED THE OIL WHICH WAS CHANGED IN APRIL. I WAS ADVISE I NEED TO BUY A CABIN AIR FILTER OF $60.00. WHICH I CAN'T AFFORD BECAUSE I'M ON SHORT TERM O...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SON WAS DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO MAKE A KNOCKING NOISE. THE CONTACT'S SON NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS FAI...
Mileage: 70,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SON WAS DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO MAKE A KNOCKING NOISE. THE CONTACT'S SON NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS FAI...
Mileage: 70,000
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON WITHOUT BEING INVOLVED IN ANY SORT OF ACCIDENT. AFTER THAT THE CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO STARTED MALFUNCTIONING. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON COMPLAINT OF KIA OWNERS.
Mileage: 112,000
MY 2014 KIA SORENTO AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON WITHOUT BEING INVOLVED IN ANY SORT OF ACCIDENT. AFTER THAT THE CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO STARTED MALFUNCTIONING. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON COMPLAINT OF KIA OWNERS.
Mileage: 112,000
I JUST PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE AND THE HEADLIGHTS ARE EITHER VERY DIM OR HAVE BAD DISPLAY. I CAN'T REALLY SEE ANYTHING AT NIGHT AND DRIVE WITH MY HIGH BEAMS ON AND EVEN THOSE ARE ALL THAT BRIGHT. I WAS FIGURING THERE HAS TO BE A RECALL OF SOME KIND, APPARENTLY NOT.
Mileage: 130,000
I RECEIVED A MANUFACTURE RECALL NUMBER SC147 NOTICE FROM KIA. AS OF TODAY 7/3/2017. I HAVE NOT RECEIVED A REPAIR NOTICE FROM KIA FOR THE REPAIRS.
Mileage: 8,620
HAD OIL CHANGED ON THURSDAY. WENT ON TRIP ON FRIDAY. ON SATURDAY, THE VEHICLE STARTED ACTING LIKE IT WASN'T GEARING UP GOING UP A HILL. ON SUNDAY, IT WAS LOSING POWER GOING UP HILLS. HAD TO TAKE FOOT OFF EXCELLOATOR AND PAT IT AND THEN HOLD IT DOWN TO GET UP TO 70MPH. USING A LOT OF GAS FROM 25...
Mileage: 82,000
HEADLIGHTS (LOW BEAMS) WILL BLOW OUT WHEN DRIVING AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH. VERY UNSAFE WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS BEEN AN ON GOING PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE.
Mileage: 65,000
WHILE DRIVING AT 25 - 30 MPH A LOUD NOISE SOUNDED FROM UNDER THE CAR. A REPETITIVE BANGING SOUND THEN OCCURRED. I PULLED OVER TO INSPECT THE CAR BUT FOUND NO DAMAGE OR ANYTHING UNUSUAL. WHEN PULLING AWAY ALL WAS QUIET BUT I THEN HEARD THE SOUND OF METAL GRINDING NOISES AND A SHORT WHILE LATER THE WH...
Mileage: 48,500
ON APRIL 1ST, THE ENGINE ON MY VEHICLE FAILED. I HAD IT TOWED TO MIDAS FOR REPAIR. THE MECHANICS INFORMED ME OF EXCESSIVE SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE THAT RESULTING IN THE TIMING GEAR AND TIMING SOLENOIDS FAILING. ON APRIL 7TH, I LEARNED THAT KIA WAS RECALLING SPECIFIC MAKES AND MODELS FOR ENGINE FAILUR...
Mileage: 136,000
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WHEN I CAME TO A POINT WHERE I SLOWED ALL THE WAY DOWN MY ENGINE FROZE. LUCKILY IT RESTARTED BUT AS SOON AS IT DID THERE WAS THIS TERRIBLE SOUND LIKE A BIG ROCK WAS FLYING AROUND IN MY ENGINE. ALSO NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON SO THERE WAS NO WARNING. ALSO THE A...
Mileage: 49,120
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WHEN I CAME TO A POINT WHERE I SLOWED ALL THE WAY DOWN MY ENGINE FROZE. LUCKILY IT RESTARTED BUT AS SOON AS IT DID THERE WAS THIS TERRIBLE SOUND LIKE A BIG ROCK WAS FLYING AROUND IN MY ENGINE. ALSO NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON SO THERE WAS NO WARNING. ALSO THE A...
Mileage: 49,120
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WHEN I CAME TO A POINT WHERE I SLOWED ALL THE WAY DOWN MY ENGINE FROZE. LUCKILY IT RESTARTED BUT AS SOON AS IT DID THERE WAS THIS TERRIBLE SOUND LIKE A BIG ROCK WAS FLYING AROUND IN MY ENGINE. ALSO NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON SO THERE WAS NO WARNING. ALSO THE A...
Mileage: 49,120
I PICKED UP THE CAR ON APRIL 28TH FROM MONROEVILLE KIA FOR SOME WARRANTY WORK ON THE OIL PAN AND TIMING BELT COVER. ABOUT AN HOUR LATER, THE CAR STARTED SMOKING AND I COULD SMELL OIL BURNING. I WAS ADVISED BY THE DEALERSHIP TO BRING THE VEHICLE BACK TO THEM. I TURNED AROUND AND STARTED HEADING BA...
Mileage: 40,100
I PICKED UP THE CAR ON APRIL 28TH FROM MONROEVILLE KIA FOR SOME WARRANTY WORK ON THE OIL PAN AND TIMING BELT COVER. ABOUT AN HOUR LATER, THE CAR STARTED SMOKING AND I COULD SMELL OIL BURNING. I WAS ADVISED BY THE DEALERSHIP TO BRING THE VEHICLE BACK TO THEM. I TURNED AROUND AND STARTED HEADING BA...
Mileage: 40,100
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE PROGRESSING FROM THE ENGINE. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND RECOMMENDED THAT IT BE TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR SERVICING. THE DE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE KEY FOB FAILED TO PROPERLY OPERATE THE HATCH AND WOULD OPEN OR CLOSE INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. ON ONE OCCASION, THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY OPEN THE HATCH AND THE HATCH INDEPENDENTLY CLOSED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A HEAD INJURY D...
Mileage: 22,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE KEY FOB FAILED TO PROPERLY OPERATE THE HATCH AND WOULD OPEN OR CLOSE INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. ON ONE OCCASION, THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY OPEN THE HATCH AND THE HATCH INDEPENDENTLY CLOSED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A HEAD INJURY D...
Mileage: 22,000
CAR JUST STOPPED RUNNING WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I RESTARTED CAR, DROVE IT TO A PEP BOYS, THEY PLUGGED IT IN TO GET THE ERROR CODE FOR WHY THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, BUT BY THAT TIME THE LIGHT HAD GONE OFF SO THEY WEREN'T ABLE TO GET THE CODE. I TOOK IT TO THE KIA DEALERS...
Mileage: 55,000
ON MAY 5, WHILE DRIVING ON THE 5 FWY, I FELT MY CAR LOOSING POWER AND WHEN I STOP, MY CAR SHUT OFF, I TURN THE CAR ON, HEAR A CLICKING SOUND BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL TO THE LEFT LANE EMERGENCY LANE. TOW THE CAR HOME AND WORKED ON THE CAR, FOUND THAT THE ENGINE BEARING GAVE OUT. I CHECK FOR REPLACEMENT...
Mileage: 100,000
THE PANORAMIC ROOF FIXED PANEL IS SHATTERED. WHEN WE RETURNED HOME FROM CHURCH, WE HEARD A RATTLING NOISE AND OPENED THE PANEL AND SAW THE ENTIRE BACK PANEL IS SHATTERED WITH PIECES OF GLASS SHARDS IN THE BACK SEAT. LOOKING AT THE TOP OF THE CAR THE GLASS WAS ACTUALLY SEPARATING FROM THE FRAME WHI...
Mileage: 43,800
CAR IS USING TO MUCH OIL, HAD OIL CHANGE DONE A WEEK AGO, CHECKED OIL AGAIN. CAR HAS DROPPED A QUART OF OIL. DO NOT SEE ANY LEAKS, AND WHEN STOPPED, AND PRESS ON EXCELARATOR TO GO CAR ACTS LIKE IT WANTS TO SHUT OFF, AND ALOT OF SMOKE COME OUT OF THE TAIL PIPE.
Mileage: 50,000
FOR ABOUT A YEAR MY CAR WOULD STALL WHEN I WOULD TURN. IT WOULD HAPPEN OCCASIONALLY. SOMETIMES IT WOULD BE MORE FREQUENT THAN OTHERS. THEN LAST WEEK I WAS DRIVING AND THE ENGINE CUT OFF AGAIN AND I HAD TO PULL OVER AND PUT IT IN PARK AND RESTART START THE CAR AGAIN. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS. IF I WERE...
Mileage: 99,987
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BEGAN TO WOBBLE WHILE TURNING THE VEHICLE OR GOING OVER SPEED BUMPS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOWER SEAT FRAME FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEH...
Mileage: 64,000
I AM REPORTING MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODING ON MY 2014 KIA SORENTO SXL. I WAS DRIVING ON A VERY SMOOTH INTERSTATE HIGH WAY IN THE MORNING WITH NO TRAFFIC AROUND ME. I WAS TRAVELING AT 70MPH AND IT WAS MORNING ABOUT 60 DEGREES. I WAS ON THE PHONE WITH MY WIFE AND HEARD A LOUD SOUND (SOUNDED LIKE A ...
Mileage: 143,000
I AM REPORTING MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODING ON MY 2014 KIA SORENTO SXL. I WAS DRIVING ON A VERY SMOOTH INTERSTATE HIGH WAY IN THE MORNING WITH NO TRAFFIC AROUND ME. I WAS TRAVELING AT 70MPH AND IT WAS MORNING ABOUT 60 DEGREES. I WAS ON THE PHONE WITH MY WIFE AND HEARD A LOUD SOUND (SOUNDED LIKE A ...
Mileage: 143,000
JANUARY 5, 2017, I WAS ON A 2 LANE HIGHWAY IN WASHINGTON HEADED HOME FROM A DAY OF SHOPPING AND MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS. I WAS 3 EXITS FROM MY HOME WHEN I HEAD A LOUD BANG LIKE A GUN SHOT. I SWERVED BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS A TIRE OR MY WINDSHIELD. BEFORE I COULD PULL OFF OF THE HIGHWAY I HEARD AND ...
Mileage: 49,000
GOT A LETTER FROM KIA STATING THAT THEY ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BEARINGS AND RODS IN THEIR 2012-2014 2.4L GDI MOTORS, THEY ARE EXTENDING THE WARRANTY TO 120,000 MILES. A FEW MONTHS LATER THE MOTOR SLUNG A ROD AND IS NOW TRASH. TOWED IT TO SONS KIA IN MCDONOUGH, GA, THEY CONFIRMED THEY WERE EXT...
Mileage: 66,000
VEHICLE DESCRIBED WAS PURCHASED BY US 8/10/16. RECEIVED NOTICE FROM KIA ON 8/29/16 THAT ENGINE COULD "FAIL", BASICALLY COME APART. CONCERNED WITH SAFETY OF FAMILY IF WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD OR IN A REMOTE AREA AND THIS OCCURS WITH HER AND GRANDCHILDREN IN CAR. WHY WOULD THIS NOT BE A RECALL...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND EMITTED A LOUD TICKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS OIL SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO...
Mileage: 60,000
DRIVING ON HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 65MPH WHEN I HEARD A LOAD BANG FROM THE REAR AND FELT HARD JERK FROM CAR , I STOPPED THE CAR LOOKED UNDERAND SAW FLUID LEAKING FROM AWD COUPLING, TOOK IT IN TO KIA FRESNO REAR DIFFERENTIAL BROKEN METAL IN DIFFERENTIAL FLUID, DIFFERENTIAL REPLACE BUT AWD COUPLING NOT RE...
Mileage: 69,600
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR LATCH FAILED TO PROPERLY OPEN FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE DOOR PANEL WAS LOOSELY CONNECTED AND THE REAR DOOR LATCHES FAILED TO PROPERLY FUNCTION INSIDE AND OUTSIDE ...
Mileage: 27,000
EVERYTIME I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE IT MAKES A HARSH BANGING NOISE. IT ALSO DECIDES TO JUST SHUT OFF AS SOON AS I PRESS ON THE GAS OR SLOW DOWN AFTER I'VE ALREADY STARTED GOING ON CITY STREETS I CAN ALSO HEAR AND FEEL CLICKING UNDER DRIVER'S SIDE FLOOR BOARD AS I'M TURNING INTO DRIVE WAYS,PARKING SPOTS...
Mileage: 25,000
EVERYTIME I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE IT MAKES A HARSH BANGING NOISE. IT ALSO DECIDES TO JUST SHUT OFF AS SOON AS I PRESS ON THE GAS OR SLOW DOWN AFTER I'VE ALREADY STARTED GOING ON CITY STREETS I CAN ALSO HEAR AND FEEL CLICKING UNDER DRIVER'S SIDE FLOOR BOARD AS I'M TURNING INTO DRIVE WAYS,PARKING SPOTS...
Mileage: 25,000
UNABLE TO QUICKLY READ SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE DURING DAYLIGHT, DUE TO LACK OF CONTRAST BETWEEN NEEDLE AND BACKGROUND, RESULTING IN DANGEROUS PERIOD OF EYES OFF ROADWAY TO DETERMINE ONE'S SPEED.
Mileage: 1,853
WAS GETTING READY TO MAKE A LEFT AND WAS T-BONED ON DRIVERS SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS OR SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY ADJUSTER FOR INSURANCE COMPANY SAID IT LOOK LIKE THERE WAS A DEFECT IN THE SENSORS.
Mileage: 8,000
THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. RANDOM BLIND SPOT BLINKING OR SOUND WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN. REPEATED VISITS TO STEVENSON KIA. SHOWED VIDEO OF PROBLEM. TECHNICIAN OBSERVED PROBLEM CASE #T3038955. DEALER SAYS THEY CAN,T DO ANYTHING TO SOLVE PROBLEM. SAFETY HAZARD WHEN MONITOR SOUNDS OR BLINKS WHEN THERE ...
Mileage: 31,206
BOUGHT A PRE-CERTIFIED USED 2014 KIA SORENTO SXL. PASSED ALL 150 INSPECTION. LESS THAN 24 HRS AFTER BUYING THE CAR, THE FOLLOWING MORNING MY PREGNANT WIFE WAS DRIVING TO WORK IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALL A SUDDEN THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. SHE WAS PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL TO THE FLO...
Mileage: 28,105
I WAS DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN HIGHWAY WHEN CAR SHUTDOWN AND STERLING LOCKED, UNABLE TO CONTROL VEHICLE. COME TO FIND OUT NEXT FEW DAYS IT WAS THE ACCELATOR THAT CAUSED IT. I HAD NO CONTROL AND ALMOST GOT KILLED BY A 18 WHEELER DRIVING IN NEXT LANE.
Mileage: 31,000
I WAS DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN HIGHWAY WHEN CAR SHUTDOWN AND STERLING LOCKED, UNABLE TO CONTROL VEHICLE. COME TO FIND OUT NEXT FEW DAYS IT WAS THE ACCELATOR THAT CAUSED IT. I HAD NO CONTROL AND ALMOST GOT KILLED BY A 18 WHEELER DRIVING IN NEXT LANE.
Mileage: 31,000
I WAS DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN HIGHWAY WHEN CAR SHUTDOWN AND STERLING LOCKED, UNABLE TO CONTROL VEHICLE. COME TO FIND OUT NEXT FEW DAYS IT WAS THE ACCELATOR THAT CAUSED IT. I HAD NO CONTROL AND ALMOST GOT KILLED BY A 18 WHEELER DRIVING IN NEXT LANE.
Mileage: 31,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE JOLTED THREE TIMES BEFORE ACCELERATING. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND NO FAILURES. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A ...
Mileage: 41,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE JOLTED THREE TIMES BEFORE ACCELERATING. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND NO FAILURES. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A ...
Mileage: 41,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE JOLTED THREE TIMES BEFORE ACCELERATING. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND NO FAILURES. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A ...
Mileage: 41,000
I LOVE MY 2014 KIA SORENTO, BUT FOR THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE. IT IS VIRTUALLY UNREADABLE DURING THE DAYTIME AND CONSTITUTES A SAFETY ISSUE WHEN THE DRIVER HAS TO TAKE HIS EYES OFF THE ROAD FOR SEVERAL SECONDS TO SEE HOW FAST HE IS GOING. THIS IS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS ON A METROPOLITAN FREEWAY. THE L...
Mileage: 1,800
WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH, I SUFFERED A FRONT TIRE FAILURE. A NARROW STRIP 1" WIDE BY 6" LONG SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. I WROTE TWICE TO KUMHO WITH NO RESPONSE. I HAVE DRIVEN 50+ YEARS AND I HAVE NEVER HAD SUCH A TIRE MALFUNCTION. I DID NOT DRIVE OVER ANYTHING AS THERE WAS NO OTHER DAMAGE. THIS KU...
Mileage: 28,254
THE HEADLAMPS ARE FREQUENTLY GOING OUT AND REQUIRE TO BE REPLACED. I LIVE IN A STATE WHERE HEADLAMPS ARE REQUIRED IN RAIN (SO MANY TIMES I AM IN VIOLATION) AND THE ROADS ARE NOT WELL LIT AT NIGHT. EVEN WHEN THE HEADLAMPS ARE WORKING PROPERLY, THEY ARE INADEQUATE.
Mileage: 25,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO THE PARKING LOT TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE BRAKES FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE...
Mileage: 35,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO THE PARKING LOT TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE BRAKES FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE...
Mileage: 35,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE PRESENCE OF SMOKE EMITTED OUTSIDE AND INSIDE THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT LIFTED THE HOOD AND NOTICED FLAMES NEAR THE MOTOR. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROA...
Mileage: 31,000
WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE UPON COMING TO STOP WHEN YOU STEP ON BRAKE TO STOP CAR THE SHOULDER STRAP OF SEAT BELT WILL NOT ENGAGE UNLESS A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF PRESSURE IS USED, AND, EVEN THEN IT WILL NOT ENGAGE ALL THE TIME.THE TECHNATION SAID THIS IS THE WAY THE SHOULDER STRAP WORKS.I WORK FOR USPS AND WHE...
Mileage: 34,192
I DROVE MY KIA TO THE END OF THE DRIVEWAY TO GET THE MAIL. UPON SHUTTING THE DOOR, MY REAR WINDSHIELD EXPLODED OUTWARD. I CONTACTED KIA AND SPOKE WITH JOSE AND WAS GIVEN A CASE NUMBER. I WAS INSTRUCTED TO TAKE IT TO A KIA DEALERSHIP SO THEY COULD DETERMINE IF THE WINDSHIELD WAS DEFECTIVE. MY HUSBAN...
Mileage: 36,000
NOVEMBER 6 2015 AT APPROXIMATELY 5:15 PM MY WIFE HAD AN ACCIDENT IN OUR CAR TOUR OF THE FRONT END TOOK IT TO THE REPAIR SHOP IN THE BODY SHOP AFTER 4 WEEKS WE GOT THE CAR BACK AFTER ONE DAY THE CAR CUT OFF AND WOULD NOT START AGAIN TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER HE SAID IT WAS THE FUEL PUMP THAT WASN'T...
NOVEMBER 6 2015 AT APPROXIMATELY 5:15 PM MY WIFE HAD AN ACCIDENT IN OUR CAR TOUR OF THE FRONT END TOOK IT TO THE REPAIR SHOP IN THE BODY SHOP AFTER 4 WEEKS WE GOT THE CAR BACK AFTER ONE DAY THE CAR CUT OFF AND WOULD NOT START AGAIN TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER HE SAID IT WAS THE FUEL PUMP THAT WASN'T...
CAR WAS PARKED IN GARAGE OVER THE WEEKEND, FROM FRIDAY 4PM TILL MONDAY 6AM, STARTED CAR SUNDAY NIGHT, BACKED OUT OF THE GARAGE TO PUT OUT THE TRASH FOR MONDAY PICKUP, PULLED THE VEHICLE BACK IN THE GARAGE AND SHUT IT OFF. MONDAY AT 6AM BATTERY WAS DEAD. NOTHING WAS LEFT ON OVERNIGHT IN CAR.
Mileage: 20,000
TURNING TO PARK MY CAR IN A PARKING LOT, TOOK A SLIGHT TURN INTO THE SPOT AND THE CAR SHOT UP THE INCLINE LIKE A ROCKET BY ITS SELF.
Mileage: 11,000
WHILE ACCELERATING TO MERGE ONTO THE FREEWAY, THE CAR SEEMED TO LOSE POWER. IT CONTINUED TO RUN FOR A WHILE, BUT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 60 MPH. LIGHT WENT ON INDICATING ENGINE PROBLEM. PULLED CAR OVER TO SIDE OF THE ROAD AND IT DIED COMPLETELY. WE HAD A VERY SIMILAR PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE APPR...
Mileage: 30,040
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH FROM A STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AT A LIGHT AND CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED RIB, CLAVICLE, ABDOMEN, SPLEEN, AND HEAD INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICA...
Mileage: 45,000
I PRESSED ON MY BRAKES TO AVOID HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE CAR VEERED LEFT AND STARTED TO SWERVE. IT STARTED SPINNING OUT OF CONTROL.
Mileage: 24,000
I PRESSED ON MY BRAKES TO AVOID HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE CAR VEERED LEFT AND STARTED TO SWERVE. IT STARTED SPINNING OUT OF CONTROL.
Mileage: 24,000
WHILE DRIVING AT POSTED HIGHWAY SPEED, A NOISE DEVELOPED, SEEMED TO COME FROM THE FRONT OF CAR, PULLED OVER TO CHECK THE SOURCE. SEEMED TO BE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, QUIET AT IDLE, MORE LIKE A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN REVING THE ENGINE ABOVE IDLE RPMS. NO CODES OR WARNING LIGHTS VISIBLE ON DASH BROUGHT...
Mileage: 28,650
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA SORENTO. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR FIVE HOURS, THE FUEL TANK CAUGHT FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMED THAT THE FUEL TANK CAUSED THE FIRE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,000.
Mileage: 21,000
AS I WAS DRIVING INTO MY DAUGHTERS DRIVEWAY APPROX. 5-10 MPH I HEARD A LOUD POP AND THEN GLASS RAINING DOWN FROM THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF ONTO THE BACK SEAT OF THE VEHICLE. ALL THE WINDOWS AND SUNROOF WERE CLOSED AT THE TIME OF THE OCCURRENCE. ONLY THE REAR PORTION OF THE GLASS ROOF SHATTERED, THE FR...
Mileage: 17,500
AS I WAS DRIVING INTO MY DAUGHTERS DRIVEWAY APPROX. 5-10 MPH I HEARD A LOUD POP AND THEN GLASS RAINING DOWN FROM THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF ONTO THE BACK SEAT OF THE VEHICLE. ALL THE WINDOWS AND SUNROOF WERE CLOSED AT THE TIME OF THE OCCURRENCE. ONLY THE REAR PORTION OF THE GLASS ROOF SHATTERED, THE FR...
Mileage: 17,500
LEFT 2014 SORENTO SXL AT AIRPORT PARKING AND FLEW TO ANOTHER CITY FOR ONE WEEK. CAME BACK TO FIND VEHICLE WILL NOT START. BATTERY WAS DEAD. I SPRAINED MY BACK TRYING TO OPEN THE SUV TRUNK FROM INSIDE AS THERE WAS NO POWER AVAILABLE TO RELEASE THE TRUNK LOCK. FIVE (5) SIMILAR EVENTS HAVE HAPPENED...
Mileage: 7,000
APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH AGO MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON (P2098) IN MY 2014 KIA SORENTO EX V6 GDI WITH ABOUT 11,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. I TOOK IT IN TO KIA. THEY STATED IT WAS A KINKED WIRE. LAST WEEK, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT RETURNS (P2098). IT WAS CHECKED THIS TIME AND A REASON COULD NOT BE FOUND. ...
Mileage: 11,000
DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THIS MORNING I HEARD A VERY LOUD NOISE AND THEN MY SUNROOF SHATTERED. IT WAS THE BACK PORTION OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF AND IT COMPLETELY SHATTERED. SOME SMALL GLASS PARTICLES FELL INTO THE CAR, BUT MOST OF THE GLASS STAYED ATTACHED. I PULLED OVER AND CALLED HWY PATROL THINKING...
Mileage: 14,800
DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THIS MORNING I HEARD A VERY LOUD NOISE AND THEN MY SUNROOF SHATTERED. IT WAS THE BACK PORTION OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF AND IT COMPLETELY SHATTERED. SOME SMALL GLASS PARTICLES FELL INTO THE CAR, BUT MOST OF THE GLASS STAYED ATTACHED. I PULLED OVER AND CALLED HWY PATROL THINKING...
Mileage: 14,800
WE WERE DRIVING WHEN SUDDENLY THE SUNROOF EXPLODED VIOLENTLY AND ALL GLASS FELL ON US. *TR
Mileage: 19,795
WE WERE DRIVING WHEN SUDDENLY THE SUNROOF EXPLODED VIOLENTLY AND ALL GLASS FELL ON US. *TR
Mileage: 19,795
SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE DURING SUNNY DAYS. THE NEEDLE IS TOO NARROW AND A POOR COLOR CHOICE FOR THE BACKGROUND. THIS IS DANGEROUS NOT KNOWING YOUR SPEED AND HAVING TO TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE ROAD TOO LONG TO TRY TO READ IT. *TR
AUG 5 2014 WAS DRIVING HOME ENGINE JUST STOPPED, WHICH MAKES BRAKING AND STEERING VERY DIFFICULT. GOT ENGINE STARTED AFTER A FEW TRIES ,DROVE HOME WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. CALLED KIA, HAD TOWED TO LOCAL DEALER. DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANY CODES OR PROBLEMS. MILEAGE 9500. ON JAN 7 2015 CAR WOULD NOT S...
Mileage: 9,500
AUG 5 2014 WAS DRIVING HOME ENGINE JUST STOPPED, WHICH MAKES BRAKING AND STEERING VERY DIFFICULT. GOT ENGINE STARTED AFTER A FEW TRIES ,DROVE HOME WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. CALLED KIA, HAD TOWED TO LOCAL DEALER. DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANY CODES OR PROBLEMS. MILEAGE 9500. ON JAN 7 2015 CAR WOULD NOT S...
Mileage: 9,500
AUG 5 2014 WAS DRIVING HOME ENGINE JUST STOPPED, WHICH MAKES BRAKING AND STEERING VERY DIFFICULT. GOT ENGINE STARTED AFTER A FEW TRIES ,DROVE HOME WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. CALLED KIA, HAD TOWED TO LOCAL DEALER. DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANY CODES OR PROBLEMS. MILEAGE 9500. ON JAN 7 2015 CAR WOULD NOT S...
Mileage: 9,500
I BOUGHT A 2014 KIA SORENTO IN NOV. 2013. 2MONTHS I STARTED HAVING ISSUES WITH THE DOOR LOCKS NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND THE BLUE TOOTH. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE AND TOLD THEM ABOUT IT AFTER 3-4 TRIPS AND BEING TOLD EACH TIME THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG THEY FOUND THAT THE RADIO SYSTEM WAS...
Mileage: 4,873
I BOUGHT A 2014 KIA SORENTO IN NOV. 2013. 2MONTHS I STARTED HAVING ISSUES WITH THE DOOR LOCKS NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND THE BLUE TOOTH. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE AND TOLD THEM ABOUT IT AFTER 3-4 TRIPS AND BEING TOLD EACH TIME THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG THEY FOUND THAT THE RADIO SYSTEM WAS...
Mileage: 4,873
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000.
Mileage: 35,000
UPON OPENING THE DRIVER'S DOOR, IT HIT MY LEFY EYBROW DUE TO THE UNFINSIHED AND SHARP UPPER RIGHT CORNER OF THE DOOR; I WAS TAKEN TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM AND HAD 9 STECHES
Mileage: 16,800
AT AROUND 0400 PM WE WERE DRIVING EAST ON HWY 50 ABOUT FIFTEEN MILES OUTSIDE OF PUEBLO CO JUST PAST THE TURN OFF TO THE PUEBLO CHEMICAL DEPOT HEADED TO LA JUNTA. THERE WAS NO TO LITTLE TRAFFIC, WE HEARD A LOUD BANG OR POP THAT SCARED US BOTH AND MADE US DUCK FOR COVER. MY WIFE QUICKLY PULLED TO THE...
Mileage: 4,223
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO ENGAGE THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL AND STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO VIBRATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE DEALER WAS...
Mileage: 3,000
WE CANNOT EASILY READ THE SPEEDOMETER IN DAYLIGHT. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DETERMINE THE SPEED AT WHICH WE ARE DRIVING. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. I DISCUSSED IT WITH THE KIA DEALERSHIP RIGHT AFTER WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE AND THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THAT CAN BE DONE. THE SPEEDOMETER NETTLE IS ...
Mileage: 1,000
APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS AFTER THE VEHICLE IS INITIALLY PLACED INTO REVERSE GEAR, AND WHILE THE VEHICLE IS LIKELY ALREADY IN REVERSE MOTION, THE BACKUP CAMERA GOES BLACK FOR 2-3 SECONDS (AND CONSEQUENTLY, THE DRIVER IS BLIND) WHILE THE CAMERA IS APPARENTLY SWITCHING ON THE GUIDE LINE OVERLAYS. *TR
Mileage: 7,250
APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS AFTER THE VEHICLE IS INITIALLY PLACED INTO REVERSE GEAR, AND WHILE THE VEHICLE IS LIKELY ALREADY IN REVERSE MOTION, THE BACKUP CAMERA GOES BLACK FOR 2-3 SECONDS (AND CONSEQUENTLY, THE DRIVER IS BLIND) WHILE THE CAMERA IS APPARENTLY SWITCHING ON THE GUIDE LINE OVERLAYS. *TR
Mileage: 7,250
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE GEAR WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE ENGINE REVVED WHEN THE CONTACT LIGHTLY DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE BACKED INTO A STEEL POST. THE FRONT PASSENGER HAD TO HELP THE CONTACT SHIFT THE GEAR INTO NEU...
Mileage: 12,900
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE GEAR WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE ENGINE REVVED WHEN THE CONTACT LIGHTLY DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE BACKED INTO A STEEL POST. THE FRONT PASSENGER HAD TO HELP THE CONTACT SHIFT THE GEAR INTO NEU...
Mileage: 12,900
THERE HAS BEEN A VERY HARD JERK FORWARD AFTER A STOP (OR STOP AND TURN I. E. AT STOP SIGN) WHEN I START TO ACCELERATE GENTLY. THIS JERK HAS ALWAYS HAPPENED AFTER A STOP WITHIN 75 - 150 FEET. THE SPEED OF THE VEHICLE HAS ALWAYS BEEN AROUND 10- 15 MPH. JERK FORWARD SEEMS TO BE A SLAM FORWARD OF DRIVE...
Mileage: 1,500
THE SPECS FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF HID LIGHTS ARE REQUIRING THE LIGHTS BE SET TOO LOW (NOT SHINING FAR ENOUGH) THE ROAD IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE IS ILLUMINATED FOR A FEW YARDS ONLY, AND THE HIGH BEAM LIGHT SHINES ONLY AS FAR AS THE LOW BEAM OF ME PREVIOUS VEHICLES. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IF ONE DRIVES...
Mileage: 3,500
WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON FREEWAY WHEN SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED, CAUSING A HUGE HOLE & GLASS TO RAIN DOWN INTO CAR. NO ROCK OR ROADWAY DEBRIS WAS OBSERVED TO BE A FACTOR. *TR
Mileage: 10,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH WHEN SHE BECAME INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMPACT CRASH WITH A DUMP TRUCK THAT WAS TRAVELING 40 MPH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE DRIVER WAS FATALLY INJURED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED OF ...
Mileage: 10,000
I HAVE 2 CONVERTIBLE CAR SEATS IN THE BACK SEAT OF MY SORENTO. ONE CAR SEAT IS BEHIND THE DRIVER AND ONE BEHIND THE PASSENGER SEAT, BOTH ARE REAR FACING. THEY ARE SECURED USING THE SEAT BELTS, NOT LATCH, DUE TO WEIGHT LIMITS PER THE CAR SEAT MANUAL. THE SEATBELTS SECURING THE CAR SEATS HAVE BEEN REL...
Mileage: 5,000
TRIED TO ACCELERATE TO MAKE LEFT TURN, GAS PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, NO RESPONSE FOR 4 SECONDS THEN TOOK OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED 7 TIMES IN THE WEEK I STARTED KEEPING A LOG. IT HAPPENS AT SLOW SPEED EITHER TRYING TO ACCELERATE STRAIGHT RN. TUOR STARTING A LEFT. *TR
Mileage: 4,965
WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY GOING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH THE FRONT PORTION OF OUR 2014 KIA SORENTO SUNROOF JUST EXPLODED, IT SOUNDED LIKE A SHOTGUN WENT OF IN THE CAR, LUCKILY WE HAD THE INTERIOR SUN SHADE CLOSED WHICH KEPT THE GLASS FROM COMING INSIDE...UPDATED 07/01/14 *BF THE CONSUMER NO LONGER O...
Mileage: 12,960
CANNOT READ OR EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER IN DAYLIGHT MOST OF THE TIME. WORSE ON BRIGHTER DAYS. MUST TAKE EYES OFF ROAD FOR SEVERAL SECONDS TO FIND NEEDLE TO DETERMINE SPEED. ILLUMINATION IS FINE AT NIGHT OR IN VERY SHADED AREAS (IE GARAGE). SEEMS AS IF INSTRUMENT ILLUMINATION REDUC...
Mileage: 200
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE WAS VIRTUALLY INVISIBLE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFI...
Mileage: 5
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ENGINE WOULD ROAR EXTREMELY LOUD. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT THEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FA...
Mileage: 10
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONCE THE FACTORY SPARE TIRE WAS INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED. ADDITIONALLY, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR WOULD NOT OPERATE WITH THE SPARE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO REPLACED THE TIRE. THE M...
Mileage: 6,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. T...
Mileage: 3,000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. T...
Mileage: 3,000
WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH NO OTHER CARS NEAR, THE GLASS SUNROOF ABOVE THE DRIVERS HEAD EXPLODED LEAVING A BOWLING BALL SIZED HOLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE GLASS TOP. NOTHING HIT THE TOP, IT EXPLODED OUTWARD WITH FORCE....UPDATED 04-30-14 *BF UPDATED 10/1/2014 *JS
Mileage: 12,000
WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH NO OTHER CARS NEAR, THE GLASS SUNROOF ABOVE THE DRIVERS HEAD EXPLODED LEAVING A BOWLING BALL SIZED HOLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE GLASS TOP. NOTHING HIT THE TOP, IT EXPLODED OUTWARD WITH FORCE....UPDATED 04-30-14 *BF UPDATED 10/1/2014 *JS
Mileage: 12,000
2014 KIA SORRENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE DRIVER SEAT, ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VERY LARGE SEATS WERE A PROBLEM FOR HER, AS THEY WERE HARD TO ADJUST. THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S SEAT AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, IN THE MOST FORWARD AND HIGHES...
2014 KIA SORRENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE DRIVER SEAT, ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VERY LARGE SEATS WERE A PROBLEM FOR HER, AS THEY WERE HARD TO ADJUST. THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S SEAT AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, IN THE MOST FORWARD AND HIGHES...
2014 KIA SORRENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE DRIVER SEAT, ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VERY LARGE SEATS WERE A PROBLEM FOR HER, AS THEY WERE HARD TO ADJUST. THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S SEAT AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, IN THE MOST FORWARD AND HIGHES...
2014 KIA SORRENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE DRIVER SEAT, ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VERY LARGE SEATS WERE A PROBLEM FOR HER, AS THEY WERE HARD TO ADJUST. THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S SEAT AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, IN THE MOST FORWARD AND HIGHES...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE NUMBERS ON THE SPEEDOMETER WERE TO SMALL TO READ. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS WORKING UP TO STANDARDS AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO ALTER THE DESIGN OF THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTUR...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, BOTH SIDE MIRRORS INDEPENDENTLY ADJUSTED INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,500.
Mileage: 1,500
CANNOT READ OR EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER IN DAYLIGHT MOST OF THE TIME. WORSE ON BRIGHTER DAYS. MUST TAKE EYES OFF ROAD FOR SEVERAL SECONDS TO FIND NEEDLE TO DETERMINE SPEED. ILLUMINATION IS FINE AT NIGHT OR IN VERY SHADED AREAS (IE GARAGE). SEEMS AS IF INSTRUMENT ILLUMINATION...
Mileage: 150
CANNOT READ OR EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER IN DAYLIGHT MOST OF THE TIME. WORSE ON BRIGHTER DAYS. MUST TAKE EYES OFF ROAD FOR SEVERAL SECONDS TO FIND NEEDLE TO DETERMINE SPEED. ILLUMINATION IS FINE AT NIGHT OR IN VERY SHADED AREAS (IE GARAGE). SEEMS AS IF INSTRUMENT ILLUMINATION...
Mileage: 150
ON JANUARY 2014, I BOUGHT A KIA SORENTO, 2014. ON THE SAME DAY I NOTICE A STRANGE NOISE ON THE ENGINE. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO MEDINA AUTO IN CAGUAS, PUERTO RICO (DEALER) AND THEY SAID THAT THE NOISE WAS DUE TO THE GDI MOTOR TYPE. I TOOK THE CAR SEVERAL TIMES BACK THE DEALER, WITH THE SAME FEEDBACK....
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, A STRONG BURNING ODOR EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE THE DRIVER EXITED THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, SMALL FLAMES IGNITED FROM THE REAR TRAILER HITCH WIRING...
Mileage: 32,000
WE WERE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 540 N, 70 MPH, NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS, AND LIGHT TRAFFIC WHEN THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. IT SOUNDED LIKE WE HAD BEEN HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE OR SOMETYPE OF EXPLOSION. I IMMEDIATELY LOOKED IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR TO SEE A LARGE PIECE OF DARK GLASS FLYING OFF FROM THE TOP ...
Mileage: 10,832
I JUST BOUGHT A NEW KIA 2014 SORENTO. THE ENGINE ROARS AND NOW I AM GETTING A BURNING SMELL. *TR
Mileage: 88
I CANNOT SEE THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE ON .BRIGHT DAYS. I FOUND MYSELF STARING AT THE SPEEDOMETER TRYING TO SEE MY SPEED FOR WAY TOO LONG ( 4 SECONDS OR MORE). IT IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO SEE THE NEEDLE AS IT IS A 1/2INCH DARK RED TIP AGAINST A DARK BLACK BACKGROUND. IF THERE IS ANY AMBIENT LIGHT S...
Mileage: 300
IN BRIGHT SUNLIGHT IT IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO SEE THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE. THE NEEDLE IS DARK RED AGAINST A DARK BLACK BACKGROUND. ADDITIONALLY IT IS ONLY ABOUT 1/2" IN LENGTH. IF THERE IS ANY AMBIENT LIGHT STRIKING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AT AN ANGLE, THE REFLECTION MASKS THE ABILITY TO SEE THE ...
Mileage: 1,000
CAN NOT SEE SPEEDOMETER IN DAYLIGHT, INDICATOR TOO DIM. *TR
Mileage: 1,100
SUNROOF SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING ON I-35 NORTH. WE HAVE KIDS ON BOARD WHILE THAT HAPPENED. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN FIRE WHEN IT HAPPENS. WE CAN PROVIDE YOU THE PHOTOS. *TR
Mileage: 3,939
SINCE BUYING THE 2014 KIA FWD 4-CYL VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD ABOUT 5 INSTANCES WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THEN THE IGNITION SWITCH. KIA AND HYUNDAI HAD BRAKE SWITCH ISSUES IN MODELS CIRCA 2011 AND EARLIER, BUT I COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING ABOUT WHETHER KIA FIXED THE PR...
Mileage: 4,200
SINCE BUYING THE 2014 KIA FWD 4-CYL VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD ABOUT 5 INSTANCES WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THEN THE IGNITION SWITCH. KIA AND HYUNDAI HAD BRAKE SWITCH ISSUES IN MODELS CIRCA 2011 AND EARLIER, BUT I COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING ABOUT WHETHER KIA FIXED THE PR...
Mileage: 4,200
THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE IS A SMALL RED LINE WHICH IS INVISIBLE IN EITHER SUNLIGHT OR WITH DRIVER WEARING SUNGLASSES. THERE IS NO WAY TO SEE WHAT MY SPEED IS. ESPECIALLY A PROBLEM SETTING CRUISE CONTROL AS I HAVE TO REMOVE MY GLASSES, TAKE MY EYES OFF THE ROAD, TO SEE HOW FAST I AM GOING IN ORDER TO S...
Mileage: 6
THE TWO REAR, FIXED WINDOWS LEAKED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN A TOUCHLESS CARWASH. THE DEALERSHIP AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AND ARE HAVING A GLASS EXPERT INSPECT THE TRIM AND SEAL. THE CAUSE OF THE LEAKS IS CURRENTLY UNKNOWN. *TR
Mileage: 2,050
THE TWO REAR, FIXED WINDOWS LEAKED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN A TOUCHLESS CARWASH. THE DEALERSHIP AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AND ARE HAVING A GLASS EXPERT INSPECT THE TRIM AND SEAL. THE CAUSE OF THE LEAKS IS CURRENTLY UNKNOWN. *TR
Mileage: 2,050
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 13V356000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT WAS NOT ABLE TO HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED UNDER THE RECALL BECAUSE THE PART NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF TH...
CAME OUT TO FIND THAT OVERNIGHT THE PIECE OF GLASS ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND BETWEEN THE SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED ENTIRE WIDTH OF WINDSHIELD. THERE ARE NO ROCK CHIPS AND CAR WAS NOT MOVING. CAR IS KEPT IN THE GARAGE. READING ON THE INTERNET, I BELIEVE THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY A TENSION FRACTURE. THERE ...
Mileage: 9,500
AFFECTED PART IS THE RIGHT FRONT AXLE DRIVESHAFT. A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR THE PROBLEM. AS A RESULT OF THIS PROBLEM, AS I WAS EXITING MY VEHICLE (WHICH WAS TURNED OFF AND IN PARK), IT STARTED ROLLING DOWN MY DRIVEWAY. THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WAS OPEN AS I WAS EXITING THE VEH...
Mileage: 2,869
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORRENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COULD SEE THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE NEEDLE WAS THE WRONG COLOR AND IT MADE IT DIFFICULT TO DETERMINE THE SPEED BEING TRAVELED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE ...
Mileage: 180
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO CLOSE THE LIFT GATE BY PRESSING THE CLOSE BUTTON, BUT WHEN IT CLOSED IT OPENED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO CLOSE IT MANUALLY BUT THE LIFT GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION BUT THEY C...
Mileage: 525
CPSC:X1380106A. 2014 KIA SORENTO. CONSUMER STATED THE CONCERN IS NOT BEING ABLE TO READ THE ELECTROLUMINESCENT SPEEDOMETER IN THE DAYLIGHT. *LN THE CONSUMER STATED IT WAS DIFFICULT TO SEE HOW FAST HE WAS GOING. THE SUNLIGHT GLARE MADE IT NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE AND IT REQUIRED HIM TO TAKE HIS EYE...
WHEN DRIVING THE SORENTO SX WEARING SUNGLASSES, THE DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE IS VIRTUALLY INVISIBLE. YOU CAN'T READILY CONFIRM THE VEHICLE'S SPEED. YOU HAVE TO TILT YOUR HEAD AND PEER UNDER OR OVER THE SUNGLASSES TO SEE THE NEEDLE WHICH IS TOO DARK AGAINST THE BLACK BACKGROUND. THIS MEANS YOUR EYE...
Mileage: 7,000
THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN WE HIT A CAR BROADSIDE AS THE TURNED LEFT IN FRONT OF US. THEIR AIRBAGS DEPLOYED, BUT NONE OF OUR AIRBAGS DID. *TR
Mileage: 825