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Active Recalls (3)

21V331000 May 10, 2021 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

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...

20V519000 Aug 27, 2020 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

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...

18V907000 Dec 19, 2018 ENGINE

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, ...

Complaints

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Nov 9, 2025 Engine

My vehicle has a slow speed pick up and I’m getting code p0018 and has very rough idling !

Nov 9, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

My vehicle has a slow speed pick up and I’m getting code p0018 and has very rough idling !

Nov 9, 2025 Power Train

My vehicle has a slow speed pick up and I’m getting code p0018 and has very rough idling !

Nov 9, 2025 Engine

My vehicle has a slow speed pick up and I’m getting code p0018 and has very rough idling !

Nov 9, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

My vehicle has a slow speed pick up and I’m getting code p0018 and has very rough idling !

Nov 9, 2025 Power Train

My vehicle has a slow speed pick up and I’m getting code p0018 and has very rough idling !

Oct 23, 2025 Engine 134,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the engine seized. The con...

Oct 23, 2025 Engine 134,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the engine seized. The con...

Oct 21, 2025 Power Train 109,200 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and shifted into park(P), the gear shifter failed to shift into the intended gear. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the gear shifter had seized in park(P). In addition, the contact stated ...

Oct 21, 2025 Power Train 109,200 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and shifted into park(P), the gear shifter failed to shift into the intended gear. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the gear shifter had seized in park(P). In addition, the contact stated ...

Oct 12, 2025 Engine

Faulty motor I have changed oil early every time and every mechanic I’ve been to said the Kia motor is always doing this ! I still owe 9k on this car! It’s burning oil so fast and not going into the engine this is a on going issue with these motors ! I just now hit 100 k miles no reason for my m...

Oct 12, 2025 Engine

Faulty motor I have changed oil early every time and every mechanic I’ve been to said the Kia motor is always doing this ! I still owe 9k on this car! It’s burning oil so fast and not going into the engine this is a on going issue with these motors ! I just now hit 100 k miles no reason for my m...

Sep 8, 2025 Exterior Lighting

My problem is with the headlights, in that the condenser lens for the low beam lights has clouded so badly that driving at night has become so dangerous. I have changed the bulbs twice in an effort to correct the problem to no avail. And with the sealed unit not able to be disassembled to clean the ...

Sep 8, 2025 Exterior Lighting

Low beam headlights would work and some times not work and then one day they stopped working completely. We've had everything checked out and there is no explanation as to why this is happening. Replaced headlights, relays, and checked wiring.

Sep 8, 2025 Exterior Lighting

My problem is with the headlights, in that the condenser lens for the low beam lights has clouded so badly that driving at night has become so dangerous. I have changed the bulbs twice in an effort to correct the problem to no avail. And with the sealed unit not able to be disassembled to clean the ...

Sep 8, 2025 Exterior Lighting

Low beam headlights would work and some times not work and then one day they stopped working completely. We've had everything checked out and there is no explanation as to why this is happening. Replaced headlights, relays, and checked wiring.

Aug 28, 2025 Engine

Driving on highway and suddenly heard loud tapping/rattling sound from engine and then engine died resulting in total loss of power steering and acceleration. Was able to coast through an exit and into a parking lot. My entire family was in the vehicle and if we had not been able to coast to a safe ...

Aug 28, 2025 Engine

Driving on highway and suddenly heard loud tapping/rattling sound from engine and then engine died resulting in total loss of power steering and acceleration. Was able to coast through an exit and into a parking lot. My entire family was in the vehicle and if we had not been able to coast to a safe ...

Aug 17, 2025 Engine

I had catastrophic engine failure while driving with no warning lights indicating my engine was losing oil, the engine and power shut off at 55 miles and hour causing me to lose power steering and power assisted breaking.

Aug 17, 2025 Engine

I had catastrophic engine failure while driving with no warning lights indicating my engine was losing oil, the engine and power shut off at 55 miles and hour causing me to lose power steering and power assisted breaking.

Aug 9, 2025 Structure

I have the pearl white paint on this vehicle. It is peeling off the car.

Aug 9, 2025 Structure

I have the pearl white paint on this vehicle. It is peeling off the car.

Aug 8, 2025 Engine

Car had a blown head gasket. Took it to my mechanic and upon inspection determined that the head bolts had stretched. My mechanic said that it was a common problem and service advisor at dealership also agreed it was a common problem. After a little research found a lot of complaints about this prob...

Aug 8, 2025 Engine

Car had a blown head gasket. Took it to my mechanic and upon inspection determined that the head bolts had stretched. My mechanic said that it was a common problem and service advisor at dealership also agreed it was a common problem. After a little research found a lot of complaints about this prob...

Aug 3, 2025 Engine Fire

Cut off in middle of the interstate start smoking

Aug 3, 2025 Electrical System Fire

Cut off in middle of the interstate start smoking

Aug 3, 2025 Forward Collision Avoidance Fire

Cut off in middle of the interstate start smoking

Aug 3, 2025 Engine Fire

Cut off in middle of the interstate start smoking

Aug 3, 2025 Electrical System Fire

Cut off in middle of the interstate start smoking

Aug 3, 2025 Forward Collision Avoidance Fire

Cut off in middle of the interstate start smoking

Jul 30, 2025 Engine

Engine started making rattling sounds during startup and when accelerating. Kia dealer said the engine failed and needed replaced. Repair cost were around $9000.00.

Jul 30, 2025 Engine

Engine started making rattling sounds during startup and when accelerating. Kia dealer said the engine failed and needed replaced. Repair cost were around $9000.00.

Jul 26, 2025 Unknown Or Other

Oil pressure sensor and leaking oil. Also paint peeling off badly. Snow pearl white. I purchased extended warranty and dealer never fixed anything.

Jul 26, 2025 Unknown Or Other

Oil pressure sensor and leaking oil. Also paint peeling off badly. Snow pearl white. I purchased extended warranty and dealer never fixed anything.

Jul 22, 2025 Structure Crash

THE PAINT ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO (SNOW WHITE PEARL) IS PEELING OFF LARGE SHEETS, EXPOSING THE METAL UNDERNEATH. THIS IS A KNOW ISSUE AFFECTING MANY KIA AND HYNDAI VEHICLES. I AM CONCERED IT WILL LEAD TO RUST, SAFETY ISSUES, AND REDUCE VISIBILITY. A PIECE LADED ON MY WINDSHIELD BLOCKING MY VIEW. KIA...

Jul 22, 2025 Structure Crash

THE PAINT ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO (SNOW WHITE PEARL) IS PEELING OFF LARGE SHEETS, EXPOSING THE METAL UNDERNEATH. THIS IS A KNOW ISSUE AFFECTING MANY KIA AND HYNDAI VEHICLES. I AM CONCERED IT WILL LEAD TO RUST, SAFETY ISSUES, AND REDUCE VISIBILITY. A PIECE LADED ON MY WINDSHIELD BLOCKING MY VIEW. KIA...

Jul 21, 2025 Seats

Subject: Urgent: Structural Failure of Driver Seat Component – 2015 Kia Sorento I am writing to report a serious structural failure in the driver seat of my 2015 Kia Sorento. While driving under normal conditions, the torsion tube under the driver’s seat snapped, causing the seat to become uns...

Jul 21, 2025 Seats

Subject: Urgent: Structural Failure of Driver Seat Component – 2015 Kia Sorento I am writing to report a serious structural failure in the driver seat of my 2015 Kia Sorento. While driving under normal conditions, the torsion tube under the driver’s seat snapped, causing the seat to become uns...

Jul 12, 2025 Seats

Metal rod on driver seat broke

Jul 12, 2025 Seats

Metal rod on driver seat broke

Jul 11, 2025 Unknown Or Other

Paint randomly flys off the vehicle while driving. There are many documented issues with this white pearl coat on my year of vehicle where the paint did not adhere correctly to the base coat.

Jul 11, 2025 Unknown Or Other

Paint randomly flys off the vehicle while driving. There are many documented issues with this white pearl coat on my year of vehicle where the paint did not adhere correctly to the base coat.

Jul 7, 2025 Unknown Or Other

White vehicle paint is peeling. Was told by dealer it's a known issue and is awaiting defect with paint manufacturer.

Jul 7, 2025 Unknown Or Other

White vehicle paint is peeling. Was told by dealer it's a known issue and is awaiting defect with paint manufacturer.

Jun 18, 2025 Engine

Driving the 2015 Kia Sorento coming back from work The car overheated and complete engine failure check engine light with flashing

Jun 18, 2025 Engine

What's driving home from work doing 65 mph postal speed limit car begin to overheat and then went in the complete engine failure engine light flashing

Jun 18, 2025 Engine

Driving the 2015 Kia Sorento coming back from work The car overheated and complete engine failure check engine light with flashing

Jun 18, 2025 Engine

What's driving home from work doing 65 mph postal speed limit car begin to overheat and then went in the complete engine failure engine light flashing

Jun 17, 2025 Engine

2014-2015 Kia Sorento 3.3L V6 Engines Coolant Leak Extension of Warranty and or Financial reimbursement of a repair done prior to receive this notice. engine develop coolant leak from cylinder head gasket area I have tried since 6-24-2024 to get a reimbursement from Kia for Case#[XXX] I have sent ...

Jun 17, 2025 Engine

2014-2015 Kia Sorento 3.3L V6 Engines Coolant Leak Extension of Warranty and or Financial reimbursement of a repair done prior to receive this notice. engine develop coolant leak from cylinder head gasket area I have tried since 6-24-2024 to get a reimbursement from Kia for Case#[XXX] I have sent ...

Jun 15, 2025 Engine

On [XXX] while driving at approximately 45 mph the check engine light came on and the car would not accelerate. It was towed to the Kia Dealership in Charleston South Carolina. A Code P1326 was diagnosed. They performed bearing clearance test and it passed. Also Performed software update. The car dr...

Jun 15, 2025 Engine

On [XXX] while driving at approximately 45 mph the check engine light came on and the car would not accelerate. It was towed to the Kia Dealership in Charleston South Carolina. A Code P1326 was diagnosed. They performed bearing clearance test and it passed. Also Performed software update. The car dr...

Jun 10, 2025 Engine

My 2015 Kia Sorento was in complete engine failure need help of repairing and replacing engine

Jun 10, 2025 Engine

My 2015 Kia Sorento was in complete engine failure need help of repairing and replacing engine

May 12, 2025 Engine

On April 26, 2025, while driving, my car just stopped in the middle of the road. There were no warning signs, no engine indicator light on on the dash. It just stopped and would not crank.

May 12, 2025 Engine

On April 26, 2025, while driving, my car just stopped in the middle of the road. There were no warning signs, no engine indicator light on on the dash. It just stopped and would not crank.

May 3, 2025 Engine

With little to no warning my check engine, steering, and oil lights turned on and the engine stalled after a loud noise as I was coming to a stop. This occurred on a major highway and could have been catastrophic and dangerous if it occurred at full speed by leaving my vehicle in the middle of the r...

May 3, 2025 Engine

With little to no warning my check engine, steering, and oil lights turned on and the engine stalled after a loud noise as I was coming to a stop. This occurred on a major highway and could have been catastrophic and dangerous if it occurred at full speed by leaving my vehicle in the middle of the r...

Apr 21, 2025 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that on various occasions while driving at night, the front low-beam headlights failed to properly illuminate and was very dim. The headlight bulbs had been replaced approximately four times, but the failure returned after replacing the bulbs. ...

Apr 21, 2025 Service Brakes Fire

The entire car failed as it caught fire. I wasn't able to break or put the car into park and it rolled to a stop while smoke was coming through the vents. Because of this, my passenger and I exited the vehicle and crossed the expressway while a highway patroller was directing traffic away from the c...

Apr 21, 2025 Engine Fire

The entire car failed as it caught fire. I wasn't able to break or put the car into park and it rolled to a stop while smoke was coming through the vents. Because of this, my passenger and I exited the vehicle and crossed the expressway while a highway patroller was directing traffic away from the c...

Apr 21, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

The entire car failed as it caught fire. I wasn't able to break or put the car into park and it rolled to a stop while smoke was coming through the vents. Because of this, my passenger and I exited the vehicle and crossed the expressway while a highway patroller was directing traffic away from the c...

Apr 21, 2025 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that on various occasions while driving at night, the front low-beam headlights failed to properly illuminate and was very dim. The headlight bulbs had been replaced approximately four times, but the failure returned after replacing the bulbs. ...

Apr 21, 2025 Service Brakes Fire

The entire car failed as it caught fire. I wasn't able to break or put the car into park and it rolled to a stop while smoke was coming through the vents. Because of this, my passenger and I exited the vehicle and crossed the expressway while a highway patroller was directing traffic away from the c...

Apr 21, 2025 Engine Fire

The entire car failed as it caught fire. I wasn't able to break or put the car into park and it rolled to a stop while smoke was coming through the vents. Because of this, my passenger and I exited the vehicle and crossed the expressway while a highway patroller was directing traffic away from the c...

Apr 21, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

The entire car failed as it caught fire. I wasn't able to break or put the car into park and it rolled to a stop while smoke was coming through the vents. Because of this, my passenger and I exited the vehicle and crossed the expressway while a highway patroller was directing traffic away from the c...

Apr 18, 2025 Electrical System 20,735 mi

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an auction sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 20,19,4 and at the time of registratio...

Apr 18, 2025 Electrical System 20,735 mi

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an auction sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 20,19,4 and at the time of registratio...

Apr 4, 2025 Engine

Kia Sorento Limited 2015. Regular oil changes on engine using Valvoline synthetic oil. 118k miles on the 3.3L engine. Car is in mint condition. I have all records. At oil change, Valvoline tech mentioned it was low on oil. Never had a tech tell me that before. 24 hours after oil change, I started ...

Apr 4, 2025 Engine

Kia Sorento Limited 2015. Regular oil changes on engine using Valvoline synthetic oil. 118k miles on the 3.3L engine. Car is in mint condition. I have all records. At oil change, Valvoline tech mentioned it was low on oil. Never had a tech tell me that before. 24 hours after oil change, I started ...

Apr 1, 2025 Power Train

Engine died in the middle of the right of way suddenly and would not restart. Knocking sound ensued when restart was attempted. Within the previous 48 hours, the engine had been topped off with 2 quarts of oil. The dealership it was towed to to assess the issue confirmed they added an additional 3 q...

Apr 1, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

Engine died in the middle of the right of way suddenly and would not restart. Knocking sound ensued when restart was attempted. Within the previous 48 hours, the engine had been topped off with 2 quarts of oil. The dealership it was towed to to assess the issue confirmed they added an additional 3 q...

Apr 1, 2025 Engine

Engine died in the middle of the right of way suddenly and would not restart. Knocking sound ensued when restart was attempted. Within the previous 48 hours, the engine had been topped off with 2 quarts of oil. The dealership it was towed to to assess the issue confirmed they added an additional 3 q...

Apr 1, 2025 Power Train

Engine died in the middle of the right of way suddenly and would not restart. Knocking sound ensued when restart was attempted. Within the previous 48 hours, the engine had been topped off with 2 quarts of oil. The dealership it was towed to to assess the issue confirmed they added an additional 3 q...

Apr 1, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

Engine died in the middle of the right of way suddenly and would not restart. Knocking sound ensued when restart was attempted. Within the previous 48 hours, the engine had been topped off with 2 quarts of oil. The dealership it was towed to to assess the issue confirmed they added an additional 3 q...

Apr 1, 2025 Engine

Engine died in the middle of the right of way suddenly and would not restart. Knocking sound ensued when restart was attempted. Within the previous 48 hours, the engine had been topped off with 2 quarts of oil. The dealership it was towed to to assess the issue confirmed they added an additional 3 q...

Mar 27, 2025 Structure

My 2015 pearl white Kia Sorento has had paint peeling off of the hood and front of the roof. It is getting really bad and there is rust and corrosion now. It's been doing this for a couple of years and it's really bad now. There is now reason for that. When I drive around I keep an eye out and I see...

Mar 27, 2025 Engine

Just purchased Sorento and within a week a p1326 code came up. Kia refused to look at car saying they are booked out for months hung up phone on me.got the same response from every Kia dealer. Had a mechanic replace knock sensor and the problem still exists and car not drivable. I'm a single mom wit...

Mar 27, 2025 Structure

My 2015 pearl white Kia Sorento has had paint peeling off of the hood and front of the roof. It is getting really bad and there is rust and corrosion now. It's been doing this for a couple of years and it's really bad now. There is now reason for that. When I drive around I keep an eye out and I see...

Mar 27, 2025 Engine

Just purchased Sorento and within a week a p1326 code came up. Kia refused to look at car saying they are booked out for months hung up phone on me.got the same response from every Kia dealer. Had a mechanic replace knock sensor and the problem still exists and car not drivable. I'm a single mom wit...

Mar 25, 2025 Engine

I was driving normally in the Garden State Parkway when suddenly The “Check Engine Light”, The “Check Engine Oil”, and Battery light lighted up causing me to almost losing control and the car shutting down.

Mar 25, 2025 Engine

I was driving normally in the Garden State Parkway when suddenly The “Check Engine Light”, The “Check Engine Oil”, and Battery light lighted up causing me to almost losing control and the car shutting down.

Mar 20, 2025 Exterior Lighting

In the last year I have had to replace my headlight bulbs at least 3 times on each side. My yearly mileage is only around 9,000-10,500. The body shop has tried different brands of bulbs, tried not having the automatic light setting on and only turning on when needed, etc. Nothing seems to correct th...

Mar 20, 2025 Engine

The problem started when our car died while driving it. After a few different replacements, Kia decided to replace the entire engine under a recall. After driving the car for a short period of time, the check engine light came on. I went to check the oil and it smelled overwhelmingly like gasoline. ...

Mar 20, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

The problem started when our car died while driving it. After a few different replacements, Kia decided to replace the entire engine under a recall. After driving the car for a short period of time, the check engine light came on. I went to check the oil and it smelled overwhelmingly like gasoline. ...

Mar 20, 2025 Exterior Lighting

In the last year I have had to replace my headlight bulbs at least 3 times on each side. My yearly mileage is only around 9,000-10,500. The body shop has tried different brands of bulbs, tried not having the automatic light setting on and only turning on when needed, etc. Nothing seems to correct th...

Mar 20, 2025 Engine

The problem started when our car died while driving it. After a few different replacements, Kia decided to replace the entire engine under a recall. After driving the car for a short period of time, the check engine light came on. I went to check the oil and it smelled overwhelmingly like gasoline. ...

Mar 20, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

The problem started when our car died while driving it. After a few different replacements, Kia decided to replace the entire engine under a recall. After driving the car for a short period of time, the check engine light came on. I went to check the oil and it smelled overwhelmingly like gasoline. ...

Mar 12, 2025 Engine

UNKNOWN. My engine light comes on often. When I had my oil changed the professional indicated that my car is burning oil. When reviewing online, it appears that this is a common issue for Kia Sorento and specifically the engine that is installed in my 2015.

Mar 12, 2025 Engine

UNKNOWN. My engine light comes on often. When I had my oil changed the professional indicated that my car is burning oil. When reviewing online, it appears that this is a common issue for Kia Sorento and specifically the engine that is installed in my 2015.

Mar 6, 2025 Engine

The oil pump quit and Kia had a service bulletin that indicated that the oil pumps were defective and 10 years or 180k they would repair. Not may case.

Mar 6, 2025 Engine

The oil pump quit and Kia had a service bulletin that indicated that the oil pumps were defective and 10 years or 180k they would repair. Not may case.

Mar 4, 2025 Engine

My car started shaking and making knocking sounds, pulled over and turned it off, tried to turn it back on and it shut off, had it towed to a family/friend mechanic he says my engine needs to be replaced. I’ve never had issues up until now.

Mar 4, 2025 Engine

My car started shaking and making knocking sounds, pulled over and turned it off, tried to turn it back on and it shut off, had it towed to a family/friend mechanic he says my engine needs to be replaced. I’ve never had issues up until now.

Feb 11, 2025 Structure

My Kia Sorento has the pearl white paint that began peeling 4 years ago. That is a known issue for Kia vehicles made between 2013 and 2019. [XXX] . While this is not necessarily a safety issue, it is common problem that Kia knows about. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION...

Feb 11, 2025 Electrical System

My Kia Sorento has the pearl white paint that began peeling 4 years ago. That is a known issue for Kia vehicles made between 2013 and 2019. [XXX] . While this is not necessarily a safety issue, it is common problem that Kia knows about. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION...

Feb 11, 2025 Structure

My Kia Sorento has the pearl white paint that began peeling 4 years ago. That is a known issue for Kia vehicles made between 2013 and 2019. [XXX] . While this is not necessarily a safety issue, it is common problem that Kia knows about. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION...

Feb 11, 2025 Electrical System

My Kia Sorento has the pearl white paint that began peeling 4 years ago. That is a known issue for Kia vehicles made between 2013 and 2019. [XXX] . While this is not necessarily a safety issue, it is common problem that Kia knows about. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION...

Feb 5, 2025 Engine

Kia had a class action lawsuit for rod bearing failure. The settlement appears to require a KSDS (knock sensor) software update. This was a 'Product improvement campaign', which would extend the warranty to 15yr 150k miles. Kia mailed the letter to a previous address, failing to notify the owner. ...

Feb 5, 2025 Engine

Kia had a class action lawsuit for rod bearing failure. The settlement appears to require a KSDS (knock sensor) software update. This was a 'Product improvement campaign', which would extend the warranty to 15yr 150k miles. Kia mailed the letter to a previous address, failing to notify the owner. ...

Jan 26, 2025 Engine

September 2024, the engine cooling fan began staying on after shutting off the vehicle, and October 2024, we began to hear unusual engine noises and a bubbling sound from behind the dashboard. November 2024, we began to see intermittent poor performance with the HVAC system, and then on [XXX], the t...

Jan 26, 2025 Unknown Or Other

September 2024, the engine cooling fan began staying on after shutting off the vehicle, and October 2024, we began to hear unusual engine noises and a bubbling sound from behind the dashboard. November 2024, we began to see intermittent poor performance with the HVAC system, and then on [XXX], the t...

Jan 26, 2025 Engine

September 2024, the engine cooling fan began staying on after shutting off the vehicle, and October 2024, we began to hear unusual engine noises and a bubbling sound from behind the dashboard. November 2024, we began to see intermittent poor performance with the HVAC system, and then on [XXX], the t...

Jan 26, 2025 Unknown Or Other

September 2024, the engine cooling fan began staying on after shutting off the vehicle, and October 2024, we began to hear unusual engine noises and a bubbling sound from behind the dashboard. November 2024, we began to see intermittent poor performance with the HVAC system, and then on [XXX], the t...

Jan 23, 2025 Exterior Lighting 115,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that on several occasions the front low-beam headlights failed and were no longer illuminated. The headlight bulbs were replaced but the failure eventually reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions and th...

Jan 23, 2025 Exterior Lighting 115,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that on several occasions the front low-beam headlights failed and were no longer illuminated. The headlight bulbs were replaced but the failure eventually reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions and th...

Jan 22, 2025 Engine

Coolant and oil are mixing. Coolant was over flowing from the reservoir. High oil consumption. Oil was just topped off about 1000 miles ago and is very low on the dipstick now. Coolant mixing with oil seems like the issue the 2016-17 3.3 V6s are experiencing with the stripped head bolts. HEAD GASKET...

Jan 22, 2025 Engine

Coolant and oil are mixing. Coolant was over flowing from the reservoir. High oil consumption. Oil was just topped off about 1000 miles ago and is very low on the dipstick now. Coolant mixing with oil seems like the issue the 2016-17 3.3 V6s are experiencing with the stripped head bolts. HEAD GASKET...

Jan 10, 2025 Engine

I don’t know why, but I keep losing oil somewhere. I do my oil changes on time regularly and they said it’s burning oil fast and that that’s an issue with all Kia.

Jan 10, 2025 Engine

I don’t know why, but I keep losing oil somewhere. I do my oil changes on time regularly and they said it’s burning oil fast and that that’s an issue with all Kia.

Jan 9, 2025 Structure

Paint peeling and delaminating

Jan 9, 2025 Structure

Paint peeling and delaminating

Jan 3, 2025 Structure

Paint peel, only happening on shiny white pearl coat.

Jan 3, 2025 Structure

Paint peel, only happening on shiny white pearl coat.

Dec 27, 2024 Engine

Engine seized up. Apparently it is common with Kia engines

Dec 27, 2024 Engine

Engine seized up. Apparently it is common with Kia engines

Dec 23, 2024 Exterior Lighting 101,064 mi

The lights dim way too quickly. HID basically is garbage. Major safety issue since most people can’t afford to be constantly replacing their headlight assemblies.

Dec 23, 2024 Exterior Lighting 101,064 mi

The lights dim way too quickly. HID basically is garbage. Major safety issue since most people can’t afford to be constantly replacing their headlight assemblies.

Dec 20, 2024 Structure

I HAVE THE SNOW WHITE PAINT, AND IT IS PEELING IN SEVERAL AREAS. HOOD, ROOF, AND SECTION THAT GOES FROM FENDER TO ROOF.

Dec 20, 2024 Structure

I HAVE THE SNOW WHITE PAINT, AND IT IS PEELING IN SEVERAL AREAS. HOOD, ROOF, AND SECTION THAT GOES FROM FENDER TO ROOF.

Dec 10, 2024 Steering 76,289 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the steering column. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering column became severely loose, and the steering wheel became...

Dec 10, 2024 Steering 76,289 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the steering column. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering column became severely loose, and the steering wheel became...

Dec 9, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Problem: exploding panoramic sunroof in KIA Sorento 2015 I was driving on a smooth, paved two-lane road in a rural area. No cars were nearby (thankfully). car Internal temp: 64. outside external temp: 64 (I specifically made note of this because I thought a temperature differential could explain...

Dec 9, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Problem: exploding panoramic sunroof in KIA Sorento 2015 I was driving on a smooth, paved two-lane road in a rural area. No cars were nearby (thankfully). car Internal temp: 64. outside external temp: 64 (I specifically made note of this because I thought a temperature differential could explain...

Nov 30, 2024 Unknown Or Other

The car is Snow White Pearl and the paint is delaminating from the car in a large area and is growing. There was no impact or damage to the affected area. This is on the exterior of the car on the passenger side pillar next to the windshield. This seems to be happen to a lot of Kia/Hyundais in that ...

Nov 30, 2024 Unknown Or Other

The car is Snow White Pearl and the paint is delaminating from the car in a large area and is growing. There was no impact or damage to the affected area. This is on the exterior of the car on the passenger side pillar next to the windshield. This seems to be happen to a lot of Kia/Hyundais in that ...

Nov 25, 2024 Engine

Was driving on the freeway and vehicle shut off doing 70 miles per hour. Had to pull over in the dark on the side of the freeway and car would not start. Has never had any problems with this before. I drive it to work and back everyday and no issues. It was very scary to sit on the side of the freew...

Nov 25, 2024 Engine

Was driving on the freeway and vehicle shut off doing 70 miles per hour. Had to pull over in the dark on the side of the freeway and car would not start. Has never had any problems with this before. I drive it to work and back everyday and no issues. It was very scary to sit on the side of the freew...

Nov 14, 2024 Engine 162,645 mi

March of 2022 the engine stalled out and found out due to coolant leaking from head gasget area. Put new engine in and July 2024 the new engine started stalling and knocking. No warning lights. In middle of busy traffic and died. Rod bearings failed and metal shavings appeared in engine. Need anoth...

Nov 14, 2024 Engine 162,645 mi

March of 2022 the engine stalled out and found out due to coolant leaking from head gasget area. Put new engine in and July 2024 the new engine started stalling and knocking. No warning lights. In middle of busy traffic and died. Rod bearings failed and metal shavings appeared in engine. Need anoth...

Nov 9, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Bought a 2015 Kia Sorento that is Pearl white. Got the car without any knowledge of the pearl white issues. For a beautiful color it is the worst paint job I have ever seen a manufacturer put out. The paint code is steadily flaking off and I'm finding new spots what seems to be daily now. My 2003 Ta...

Nov 9, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Bought a 2015 Kia Sorento that is Pearl white. Got the car without any knowledge of the pearl white issues. For a beautiful color it is the worst paint job I have ever seen a manufacturer put out. The paint code is steadily flaking off and I'm finding new spots what seems to be daily now. My 2003 Ta...

Nov 3, 2024 Engine

My engine is using excessive amounts of oil. I am having to fill the engine with oil in between my 3000-mile oil changes. No oil is leaking in my driveway. I just started an oil consumption test with a dealer and after driving it 1000 miles I brought it back to them as they asked, and the engine oil...

Nov 3, 2024 Engine

My engine is using excessive amounts of oil. I am having to fill the engine with oil in between my 3000-mile oil changes. No oil is leaking in my driveway. I just started an oil consumption test with a dealer and after driving it 1000 miles I brought it back to them as they asked, and the engine oil...

Oct 25, 2024 Steering 65,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 2- 4 MPH on a bumpy driveway, the front end of the vehicle and the steering started shuddering violently. Additionally, the contact had noticed that the steering wheel was abnormally loose, and there was significant play in the st...

Oct 25, 2024 Steering 65,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 2- 4 MPH on a bumpy driveway, the front end of the vehicle and the steering started shuddering violently. Additionally, the contact had noticed that the steering wheel was abnormally loose, and there was significant play in the st...

Oct 22, 2024 Engine

While driving my 2015 Kia Sedona, was at a stop sign and began making a left turn. Half way thru the intersecion the vehicle just stopped running. I managed to get half off the 2-lane road, blocking half off the road with traffic coming both ways. I was there approximately 45 before the tow truck ca...

Oct 22, 2024 Engine

While driving my 2015 Kia Sedona, was at a stop sign and began making a left turn. Half way thru the intersecion the vehicle just stopped running. I managed to get half off the 2-lane road, blocking half off the road with traffic coming both ways. I was there approximately 45 before the tow truck ca...

Oct 19, 2024 Engine

I was driving and it started to make a knocking noise thays when i saw the engine light come on then my car turned off. I took it to autozone and 2 sensors are bad. I went to pep boys and they said that it needs a engine replacement and it falls under the tsd dates. I called my Kia dealership and th...

Oct 19, 2024 Engine

I was driving and it started to make a knocking noise thays when i saw the engine light come on then my car turned off. I took it to autozone and 2 sensors are bad. I went to pep boys and they said that it needs a engine replacement and it falls under the tsd dates. I called my Kia dealership and th...

Oct 15, 2024 Engine

What component or system failed or malfunctioned? The engine began leaking hot air bubbles into the cooling system, causing hot coolant to leak into the harness and parts of the car. Is it available for inspection upon request? No, the manufacturer has responded that it does not cover the warranty...

Oct 15, 2024 Engine

What component or system failed or malfunctioned? The engine began leaking hot air bubbles into the cooling system, causing hot coolant to leak into the harness and parts of the car. Is it available for inspection upon request? No, the manufacturer has responded that it does not cover the warranty...

Sep 3, 2024 Structure

THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF VEHICLE "KIA SORENTO 2015 IALL OVER MY CAR, MY CAR COLOR IS: PEARL WHITE. IT IS JUST PEELING OFF ALL OF THE SUDDEN. I UNDERSTAND THIS IS HAPPENING ALL OVER THE WORLD TO KIA/HUNDAY CAR OWNERS, INCLUDING THE USA AND CANADA. EVEN THOUGH KIA HAS NOT ISSUE A RECALL FOR THIS PROB...

Sep 3, 2024 Structure

THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF VEHICLE "KIA SORENTO 2015 IALL OVER MY CAR, MY CAR COLOR IS: PEARL WHITE. IT IS JUST PEELING OFF ALL OF THE SUDDEN. I UNDERSTAND THIS IS HAPPENING ALL OVER THE WORLD TO KIA/HUNDAY CAR OWNERS, INCLUDING THE USA AND CANADA. EVEN THOUGH KIA HAS NOT ISSUE A RECALL FOR THIS PROB...

Aug 26, 2024 Engine

In 2020, we started noticing the smell of engine coolant and the continuous running of the engine fan after shutting the engine off. The temperature gage never indicated any issue. We took the vehicle to the dealer to address the issue. Upon inspecting the vehicle, it was determined that there was a...

Aug 26, 2024 Engine

In 2020, we started noticing the smell of engine coolant and the continuous running of the engine fan after shutting the engine off. The temperature gage never indicated any issue. We took the vehicle to the dealer to address the issue. Upon inspecting the vehicle, it was determined that there was a...

Aug 22, 2024 Engine

With regular maintenance, at 138,000 miles my engine has a crack in the block and an inner oil leak that hadn't been previously detected during oil changes, which may have been a result of the check engine light that read camshaft issues just before it happened. All the other recalls and problems t...

Aug 22, 2024 Engine

With regular maintenance, at 138,000 miles my engine has a crack in the block and an inner oil leak that hadn't been previously detected during oil changes, which may have been a result of the check engine light that read camshaft issues just before it happened. All the other recalls and problems t...

Jul 26, 2024 Engine

The engine cut off while driving. The mechanic said the motor seized and needs $8k in repairs. Kia said I missed a software update that is needed in order to be eligible for an extended warranty and they denied the repairs. I never received notice that a software update was needed.

Jul 26, 2024 Engine

The engine cut off while driving. The mechanic said the motor seized and needs $8k in repairs. Kia said I missed a software update that is needed in order to be eligible for an extended warranty and they denied the repairs. I never received notice that a software update was needed.

Jul 18, 2024 Exterior Lighting

Overtime the low beam headlights have become very dim. The bulbs have always blown a lot but I have recently replaced both bulbs and they are still very dim. I ordered high powered LED bulbs and still the low beams are very dim. So dim you can barely see 10 feet in front of you when driving at nig...

Jul 18, 2024 Exterior Lighting

Overtime the low beam headlights have become very dim. The bulbs have always blown a lot but I have recently replaced both bulbs and they are still very dim. I ordered high powered LED bulbs and still the low beams are very dim. So dim you can barely see 10 feet in front of you when driving at nig...

Jul 12, 2024 Unknown Or Other

The paint is peeling on the hood, A post and roof of the vehicle.

Jul 12, 2024 Unknown Or Other

The paint is peeling on the hood, A post and roof of the vehicle.

Jun 20, 2024 Engine 106,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the brakes locked up, the steering seized, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was barely able to pull off the highway. The cont...

Jun 20, 2024 Steering 106,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the brakes locked up, the steering seized, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was barely able to pull off the highway. The cont...

Jun 20, 2024 Engine 106,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the brakes locked up, the steering seized, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was barely able to pull off the highway. The cont...

Jun 20, 2024 Steering 106,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the brakes locked up, the steering seized, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was barely able to pull off the highway. The cont...

Jun 18, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 155,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that his vehicle had burst in flames while parked in his drive way. The contact called the fire department, however he was able to extinguish the flames using hand held extinguishers. The contact stated that the damage was contained to the fron...

Jun 18, 2024 Engine

The engine started to sound weird and stopped in the middle of the road that couldve created an accident should there have been other vehicle iw as pregnant at that time We contacted kia and they wouldnt change the engine since we didnt replace the knock sensor but we never received the mail and th...

Jun 18, 2024 Electrical System

The engine started to sound weird and stopped in the middle of the road that couldve created an accident should there have been other vehicle iw as pregnant at that time We contacted kia and they wouldnt change the engine since we didnt replace the knock sensor but we never received the mail and th...

Jun 18, 2024 Engine

I previously reported an engine complained submitted on 9/14/2023, ID 11544548. My engine started knocking while I was driving on a major highway without any warning lights or indications. a claim to Kia was made as I was told by the Kia dealership I would need engine replacement however Kia offere...

Jun 18, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 155,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that his vehicle had burst in flames while parked in his drive way. The contact called the fire department, however he was able to extinguish the flames using hand held extinguishers. The contact stated that the damage was contained to the fron...

Jun 18, 2024 Engine

The engine started to sound weird and stopped in the middle of the road that couldve created an accident should there have been other vehicle iw as pregnant at that time We contacted kia and they wouldnt change the engine since we didnt replace the knock sensor but we never received the mail and th...

Jun 18, 2024 Electrical System

The engine started to sound weird and stopped in the middle of the road that couldve created an accident should there have been other vehicle iw as pregnant at that time We contacted kia and they wouldnt change the engine since we didnt replace the knock sensor but we never received the mail and th...

Jun 18, 2024 Engine

I previously reported an engine complained submitted on 9/14/2023, ID 11544548. My engine started knocking while I was driving on a major highway without any warning lights or indications. a claim to Kia was made as I was told by the Kia dealership I would need engine replacement however Kia offere...

Jun 17, 2024 Engine

There is oil leaking into my coolant. I had it flushed, hoping it was just a fluke. Then noticed there was more oil getting into my coolant. I had the vehicle inspected again and they stated it was probably a blown head gasket, or a cracked head.

Jun 17, 2024 Engine

There is oil leaking into my coolant. I had it flushed, hoping it was just a fluke. Then noticed there was more oil getting into my coolant. I had the vehicle inspected again and they stated it was probably a blown head gasket, or a cracked head.

Jun 13, 2024 Engine

Ongoing issue with coolant mixing in the oil causing overheating in the engine. I believe this a safety risk as driving the vehicle for longer than 30 minutes causes the engine temperature to rise dramatically and risks complete engine failure, potentially when driving at speed. Vehicle has not bee...

Jun 13, 2024 Engine

Ongoing issue with coolant mixing in the oil causing overheating in the engine. I believe this a safety risk as driving the vehicle for longer than 30 minutes causes the engine temperature to rise dramatically and risks complete engine failure, potentially when driving at speed. Vehicle has not bee...

Jun 12, 2024 Air Bags

The clock spring went bad with no warning

Jun 12, 2024 Steering

The clock spring went bad with no warning

Jun 12, 2024 Air Bags

The clock spring went bad with no warning

Jun 12, 2024 Steering

The clock spring went bad with no warning

Jun 10, 2024 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 32,042 mi

The contact owned a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal to drive inside the garage, the vehicle accelerated to the highest speed unintendedly. The contact depressed the brake pedal continuously, but the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle pushed a table of ...

Jun 10, 2024 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 32,042 mi

The contact owned a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal to drive inside the garage, the vehicle accelerated to the highest speed unintendedly. The contact depressed the brake pedal continuously, but the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle pushed a table of ...

Jun 5, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Front doors are able to be open while the car is in gear and being driven, even after automatic doors locked when putting in gear. My grandson grabbed the handle and opened it and almost fell out while I was driving.

Jun 5, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Front doors are able to be open while the car is in gear and being driven, even after automatic doors locked when putting in gear. My grandson grabbed the handle and opened it and almost fell out while I was driving.

Jun 3, 2024 Structure

The paint on my SUV began to peel off. I have pictures documenting the issue, and the car has been temporarily fixed. The safety of myself and others wasn't directly compromised. The problem has been confirmed by other Kia owners experiencing similar issues with the same paint type. A body shop insp...

Jun 3, 2024 Structure

The paint on my SUV began to peel off. I have pictures documenting the issue, and the car has been temporarily fixed. The safety of myself and others wasn't directly compromised. The problem has been confirmed by other Kia owners experiencing similar issues with the same paint type. A body shop insp...

May 31, 2024 Electrical System

My car has been giving me problems for about three months now and we’ve changed about four or five parts on the engine/transmission and it’s still acting up. We’ve called the Kia dealership several times to alleviate the problem but they are giving us the runaround about the three recalls that...

May 31, 2024 Engine

My car has been giving me problems for about three months now and we’ve changed about four or five parts on the engine/transmission and it’s still acting up. We’ve called the Kia dealership several times to alleviate the problem but they are giving us the runaround about the three recalls that...

May 31, 2024 Steering

My car has been giving me problems for about three months now and we’ve changed about four or five parts on the engine/transmission and it’s still acting up. We’ve called the Kia dealership several times to alleviate the problem but they are giving us the runaround about the three recalls that...

May 31, 2024 Electrical System

My car has been giving me problems for about three months now and we’ve changed about four or five parts on the engine/transmission and it’s still acting up. We’ve called the Kia dealership several times to alleviate the problem but they are giving us the runaround about the three recalls that...

May 31, 2024 Engine

My car has been giving me problems for about three months now and we’ve changed about four or five parts on the engine/transmission and it’s still acting up. We’ve called the Kia dealership several times to alleviate the problem but they are giving us the runaround about the three recalls that...

May 31, 2024 Steering

My car has been giving me problems for about three months now and we’ve changed about four or five parts on the engine/transmission and it’s still acting up. We’ve called the Kia dealership several times to alleviate the problem but they are giving us the runaround about the three recalls that...

May 28, 2024 Structure

Large paint chips on hood and passenger door frame near windshield. Smaller paint chips along hood. Looks almost like an eggshell cracking and just started happening in the last couple of months.

May 28, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Large paint chips on hood and passenger door frame near windshield. Smaller paint chips along hood. Looks almost like an eggshell cracking and just started happening in the last couple of months.

May 28, 2024 Structure

Large paint chips on hood and passenger door frame near windshield. Smaller paint chips along hood. Looks almost like an eggshell cracking and just started happening in the last couple of months.

May 28, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Large paint chips on hood and passenger door frame near windshield. Smaller paint chips along hood. Looks almost like an eggshell cracking and just started happening in the last couple of months.

May 17, 2024 Engine

The car started shaking, it slowed down and stopped and all the lights on the dashboard came on and there was a loud sound and I turned the car off. I called towing, got my car back and took it back to the dealership. At the dealership they checked the car and called the warranty company who sent an...

May 17, 2024 Engine

The car started shaking, it slowed down and stopped and all the lights on the dashboard came on and there was a loud sound and I turned the car off. I called towing, got my car back and took it back to the dealership. At the dealership they checked the car and called the warranty company who sent an...

May 13, 2024 Engine

We were driving our car and it all of a sudden just stopped working. We luckily were able to pull over before it stopped completely, no noise, jerk motion or anything the engine just stopped. We had it towed to a mechanic who said our engine blew. It only had 140,000 miles on it but the repair/repla...

May 13, 2024 Engine

We were driving our car and it all of a sudden just stopped working. We luckily were able to pull over before it stopped completely, no noise, jerk motion or anything the engine just stopped. We had it towed to a mechanic who said our engine blew. It only had 140,000 miles on it but the repair/repla...

May 9, 2024 Engine

My car died when I stopped. No warning lights, no warning whatsoever. I had to push my car out of traffic. I was able to start it again after a couple minutes but immediately a knocking sound started. I was encouraged to get an oil analysis by my mechanic friend in which it states my oil is fine and...

May 9, 2024 Engine

2015 kia sorento 3.3 GDI engine out of know where the car stalled on a hwy engine now knocks loudly was told it has to be completley replaced no warning or anything kia is saying its going to be 11k to fix

May 9, 2024 Engine

My car died when I stopped. No warning lights, no warning whatsoever. I had to push my car out of traffic. I was able to start it again after a couple minutes but immediately a knocking sound started. I was encouraged to get an oil analysis by my mechanic friend in which it states my oil is fine and...

May 9, 2024 Engine

2015 kia sorento 3.3 GDI engine out of know where the car stalled on a hwy engine now knocks loudly was told it has to be completley replaced no warning or anything kia is saying its going to be 11k to fix

May 7, 2024 Service Brakes Fire 147,000 mi

The contact owned a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven to a store, and when the vehicle was turned off, the contact saw smoke and fire coming from the hood. The contact went into the store to get a fire extinguisher and bystanders used their fire extinguishers and attem...

May 7, 2024 Service Brakes Fire 147,000 mi

The contact owned a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven to a store, and when the vehicle was turned off, the contact saw smoke and fire coming from the hood. The contact went into the store to get a fire extinguisher and bystanders used their fire extinguishers and attem...

May 1, 2024 Engine

See attached document for complaint

May 1, 2024 Engine And Engine Cooling

See attached document for complaint

May 1, 2024 Engine

See attached document for complaint

May 1, 2024 Engine And Engine Cooling

See attached document for complaint

Apr 30, 2024 Steering 88,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a popping sound coming from the steering column. The contact stated that the failure occurred while making a turn. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but...

Apr 30, 2024 Steering 88,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a popping sound coming from the steering column. The contact stated that the failure occurred while making a turn. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but...

Apr 23, 2024 Engine

1. The engine seized and lost total power at 74,795 miles due to faulty rod bearings manufactured by KIA and due to metal shavings left within the engine compartments. Yes, I have the vehicle in my possession. It is stored at my apartment garage and it is available for inspection. 2. I was drivi...

Apr 23, 2024 Engine

1. The engine seized and lost total power at 74,795 miles due to faulty rod bearings manufactured by KIA and due to metal shavings left within the engine compartments. Yes, I have the vehicle in my possession. It is stored at my apartment garage and it is available for inspection. 2. I was drivi...

Apr 22, 2024 Structure

THE PAINT IS BUBBLING AND BLISTERING ALONG WITH DELMINATION IN SOME AREA'S. I SEE THIS IS A KNOWN REOCCURRING ISSUE WITH THE SNOW WHITE PEARL PAINT ON MANY OTHER KIA'S AS WELL. MY CAR ONLY HAS 31,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN WELL TAKEN CARE OF WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THIS MANUFACTURER ISSUE. FIRST NO...

Apr 22, 2024 Engine

Coolant leak, due to stripped head bolts.

Apr 22, 2024 Structure

THE PAINT IS BUBBLING AND BLISTERING ALONG WITH DELMINATION IN SOME AREA'S. I SEE THIS IS A KNOWN REOCCURRING ISSUE WITH THE SNOW WHITE PEARL PAINT ON MANY OTHER KIA'S AS WELL. MY CAR ONLY HAS 31,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN WELL TAKEN CARE OF WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THIS MANUFACTURER ISSUE. FIRST NO...

Apr 22, 2024 Engine

Coolant leak, due to stripped head bolts.

Apr 19, 2024 Engine

You forced kia into an extended warranty for an engine defect. They warranty 2016/17 models under WTY035 but it also happens to 2015 models. I'm hoping this can be extended.

Apr 19, 2024 Engine

You forced kia into an extended warranty for an engine defect. They warranty 2016/17 models under WTY035 but it also happens to 2015 models. I'm hoping this can be extended.

Mar 29, 2024 Engine

HEAD GASKET BLOWING

Mar 29, 2024 Engine

HEAD GASKET BLOWING

Mar 27, 2024 Power Train 68,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicl...

Mar 27, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicl...

Mar 27, 2024 Power Train 68,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicl...

Mar 27, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicl...

Mar 26, 2024 Power Train

The 4 wheel drive and all wheel. During the first snow I went to use it because I live on the top of a large hill it I had no traction at all I was all over the road and had a terrible time getting out of the way of another car. My Husband had to tow me up the hill into the driveway. It had worked...

Mar 26, 2024 Power Train

The 4 wheel drive and all wheel. During the first snow I went to use it because I live on the top of a large hill it I had no traction at all I was all over the road and had a terrible time getting out of the way of another car. My Husband had to tow me up the hill into the driveway. It had worked...

Mar 19, 2024 Engine

Weak head bolt threads that are easily stripped and causes excessive leaks

Mar 19, 2024 Engine

Weak head bolt threads that are easily stripped and causes excessive leaks

Mar 16, 2024 Engine

Engine has seized. Mechanic at local automotive shop stated that the engine seizure is due to engine burning oil internally. Told me to call KIA because they were aware of this problem due to safety recall. I reported problem to KIA dealership but was told there was no safety recalls relating to my...

Mar 16, 2024 Engine

Engine has seized. Mechanic at local automotive shop stated that the engine seizure is due to engine burning oil internally. Told me to call KIA because they were aware of this problem due to safety recall. I reported problem to KIA dealership but was told there was no safety recalls relating to my...

Mar 11, 2024 Engine

While driving home from picking my children up, engine started making a knocking noise. No warning lights or indicators were illuminated. Engine stalled while pulling down my driveway. Took it in for a Diagnosis. Metal flakes have been found in the oil. 3.3L Lambda two engine reliability is already ...

Mar 11, 2024 Engine

While driving home from picking my children up, engine started making a knocking noise. No warning lights or indicators were illuminated. Engine stalled while pulling down my driveway. Took it in for a Diagnosis. Metal flakes have been found in the oil. 3.3L Lambda two engine reliability is already ...

Mar 5, 2024 Electrical System Fire 107,999 mi

I was on the highway with my family, when we started to smell smoke,and the car began to slow down I proceeded to get off the highway to pull over to the side the of the road oil light came on and some more signal came on .so my son told me to open the hood it was dark so I could not find the latch ...

Mar 5, 2024 Unknown Or Other Fire 107,999 mi

I was on the highway with my family, when we started to smell smoke,and the car began to slow down I proceeded to get off the highway to pull over to the side the of the road oil light came on and some more signal came on .so my son told me to open the hood it was dark so I could not find the latch ...

Mar 5, 2024 Electrical System Fire 107,999 mi

I was on the highway with my family, when we started to smell smoke,and the car began to slow down I proceeded to get off the highway to pull over to the side the of the road oil light came on and some more signal came on .so my son told me to open the hood it was dark so I could not find the latch ...

Mar 5, 2024 Unknown Or Other Fire 107,999 mi

I was on the highway with my family, when we started to smell smoke,and the car began to slow down I proceeded to get off the highway to pull over to the side the of the road oil light came on and some more signal came on .so my son told me to open the hood it was dark so I could not find the latch ...

Feb 19, 2024 Steering Crash 169,862 mi

Steering column separated while on cruise control at 70mph

Feb 19, 2024 Steering Crash 169,862 mi

Steering column separated while on cruise control at 70mph

Feb 12, 2024 Engine

•The engine of my 2015 Kia Sorento experienced a catastrophic failure, leading to a loss of power and abnormal sounds while driving. It is available for inspection upon request. •The sudden failure of the engine posed a significant safety risk to both me and others on the road. Without any warni...

Feb 12, 2024 Unknown Or Other

2015 Kia Sorento LX has large pieces of paint chipping off from the driver and passenger side pillars (between front and side windows). It started as a few small areas, but now when it rains large pieces of paint blow off and stick to the drivers side & passenger side window while I'm driving. I've...

Feb 12, 2024 Engine

•The engine of my 2015 Kia Sorento experienced a catastrophic failure, leading to a loss of power and abnormal sounds while driving. It is available for inspection upon request. •The sudden failure of the engine posed a significant safety risk to both me and others on the road. Without any warni...

Feb 12, 2024 Unknown Or Other

2015 Kia Sorento LX has large pieces of paint chipping off from the driver and passenger side pillars (between front and side windows). It started as a few small areas, but now when it rains large pieces of paint blow off and stick to the drivers side & passenger side window while I'm driving. I've...

Feb 11, 2024 Engine

On Sunday 2-4-2024, at ~2-3am, my daughter & her boyfriend were driving her 2015 Kia Sorento on I69 near Fishers IN (67 miles from their home) when the engine rod bearings failed. Driving at interstate speeds, they immediately pulled over to the shoulder. If traffic had been bad, this could have c...

Feb 11, 2024 Engine

On Sunday 2-4-2024, at ~2-3am, my daughter & her boyfriend were driving her 2015 Kia Sorento on I69 near Fishers IN (67 miles from their home) when the engine rod bearings failed. Driving at interstate speeds, they immediately pulled over to the shoulder. If traffic had been bad, this could have c...

Feb 10, 2024 Structure

Paint stated flaking significantly at 79k miles. It has gotten out of control and we keep this garaged and hardly drive it. I have read other Kia owners dealing with the same issue. It's not normal wear and tear with the paint. It's large chunks of paint coming off.

Feb 10, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I was told to submit a claim with you all by others facing the same issue with paint. I have had this car for nearly 3 years and am missing more and more paint every day. It’s missing on the hood as long as driver pillar. Kia told me there’s nothing they can do. I see Kia’s like mine all the t...

Feb 10, 2024 Structure

Paint stated flaking significantly at 79k miles. It has gotten out of control and we keep this garaged and hardly drive it. I have read other Kia owners dealing with the same issue. It's not normal wear and tear with the paint. It's large chunks of paint coming off.

Feb 10, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I was told to submit a claim with you all by others facing the same issue with paint. I have had this car for nearly 3 years and am missing more and more paint every day. It’s missing on the hood as long as driver pillar. Kia told me there’s nothing they can do. I see Kia’s like mine all the t...

Feb 6, 2024 Structure

Paint flaking in large pieces off the car around the windscreen and roof.

Feb 6, 2024 Structure

Paint flaking in large pieces off the car around the windscreen and roof.

Feb 5, 2024 Exterior Lighting

Low beams have completely gone out and will not work. High beams and all other lights work fine. Car Burns oil regularly. 2 quarts every 2 weeks is required now ro operate the car. I have only had the car since 2020.

Feb 5, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Low beams have completely gone out and will not work. High beams and all other lights work fine. Car Burns oil regularly. 2 quarts every 2 weeks is required now ro operate the car. I have only had the car since 2020.

Feb 5, 2024 Exterior Lighting

Low beams have completely gone out and will not work. High beams and all other lights work fine. Car Burns oil regularly. 2 quarts every 2 weeks is required now ro operate the car. I have only had the car since 2020.

Feb 5, 2024 Unknown Or Other

Low beams have completely gone out and will not work. High beams and all other lights work fine. Car Burns oil regularly. 2 quarts every 2 weeks is required now ro operate the car. I have only had the car since 2020.

Jan 31, 2024 Engine

Car shut down driving down the road and spun a bearing.

Jan 31, 2024 Engine

Car shut down driving down the road and spun a bearing.

Jan 26, 2024 Structure

My suv has paint that is peeling off of the suv that is not due to damage or something external to the paints surface. The color is pearl white and has been documented by many owners of cars Kia's with the pearl white paint color. The location on the passenger side a pillar is also a common starti...

Jan 26, 2024 Structure

My suv has paint that is peeling off of the suv that is not due to damage or something external to the paints surface. The color is pearl white and has been documented by many owners of cars Kia's with the pearl white paint color. The location on the passenger side a pillar is also a common starti...

Jan 24, 2024 Service Brakes

rear brake lights stay on while car is running. Go off when car shut off

Jan 24, 2024 Service Brakes

rear brake lights stay on while car is running. Go off when car shut off

Jan 23, 2024 Engine

Manufacturer failed to honor repair of seriously damaged engine due to a faulty distribution in oil causing a major engine failure. KIA USA Manufacturer is currently under massive lawsuits due to this issue and which involved the model we purchased. Vehicle has very low mileage of 85085 and should...

Jan 23, 2024 Engine

Manufacturer failed to honor repair of seriously damaged engine due to a faulty distribution in oil causing a major engine failure. KIA USA Manufacturer is currently under massive lawsuits due to this issue and which involved the model we purchased. Vehicle has very low mileage of 85085 and should...

Jan 14, 2024 Engine

Check engine light started coming on at about 39,000. miles took to local mechanic who preformed lots of repairs and called Kia for information concerning engine issue. Received notice of recall from Kia on the HECU -instructing me to park truck away from home due to fire. Check engine light back on...

Jan 14, 2024 Service Brakes

Check engine light started coming on at about 39,000. miles took to local mechanic who preformed lots of repairs and called Kia for information concerning engine issue. Received notice of recall from Kia on the HECU -instructing me to park truck away from home due to fire. Check engine light back on...

Jan 14, 2024 Electrical System

Check engine light started coming on at about 39,000. miles took to local mechanic who preformed lots of repairs and called Kia for information concerning engine issue. Received notice of recall from Kia on the HECU -instructing me to park truck away from home due to fire. Check engine light back on...

Jan 14, 2024 Structure

Paint on ridge above driver side window began delaminating and completely eroded over a day. This happened while the car was parked without any rain or other impact.

Jan 14, 2024 Engine

Check engine light started coming on at about 39,000. miles took to local mechanic who preformed lots of repairs and called Kia for information concerning engine issue. Received notice of recall from Kia on the HECU -instructing me to park truck away from home due to fire. Check engine light back on...

Jan 14, 2024 Service Brakes

Check engine light started coming on at about 39,000. miles took to local mechanic who preformed lots of repairs and called Kia for information concerning engine issue. Received notice of recall from Kia on the HECU -instructing me to park truck away from home due to fire. Check engine light back on...

Jan 14, 2024 Electrical System

Check engine light started coming on at about 39,000. miles took to local mechanic who preformed lots of repairs and called Kia for information concerning engine issue. Received notice of recall from Kia on the HECU -instructing me to park truck away from home due to fire. Check engine light back on...

Jan 14, 2024 Structure

Paint on ridge above driver side window began delaminating and completely eroded over a day. This happened while the car was parked without any rain or other impact.

Jan 7, 2024 Structure

After review by local body shops, the paint/primer on the body of our Kia has been flaking off. This is s known issue by Kia for multiple years with multiple examples of various Kia vehicles with various color types. This is a concern as over time the raw metal will deteriorate, rust and cause furt...

Jan 7, 2024 Steering

Rear Coupler parts. Yes it is available for inspection on request. My safety was put at risk, #1 the rear wheels lock when turning, and makes a horrendous noise whilst turning. I live in a snowy state so this is very dangerous to have wheels lock up and have tires shredded. This is my third set of ...

Jan 7, 2024 Wheels

Rear Coupler parts. Yes it is available for inspection on request. My safety was put at risk, #1 the rear wheels lock when turning, and makes a horrendous noise whilst turning. I live in a snowy state so this is very dangerous to have wheels lock up and have tires shredded. This is my third set of ...

Jan 7, 2024 Structure

After review by local body shops, the paint/primer on the body of our Kia has been flaking off. This is s known issue by Kia for multiple years with multiple examples of various Kia vehicles with various color types. This is a concern as over time the raw metal will deteriorate, rust and cause furt...

Jan 7, 2024 Steering

Rear Coupler parts. Yes it is available for inspection on request. My safety was put at risk, #1 the rear wheels lock when turning, and makes a horrendous noise whilst turning. I live in a snowy state so this is very dangerous to have wheels lock up and have tires shredded. This is my third set of ...

Jan 7, 2024 Wheels

Rear Coupler parts. Yes it is available for inspection on request. My safety was put at risk, #1 the rear wheels lock when turning, and makes a horrendous noise whilst turning. I live in a snowy state so this is very dangerous to have wheels lock up and have tires shredded. This is my third set of ...

Jan 6, 2024 Air Bags

Turned the steering wheel to the right, and the airbag warning light came on. It’s a safety issue that needs to be addressed. If I’m ever in an accident will it deploy? This is ridiculous. Waiting to get an appointment with the dealership.

Jan 6, 2024 Air Bags

Turned the steering wheel to the right, and the airbag warning light came on. It’s a safety issue that needs to be addressed. If I’m ever in an accident will it deploy? This is ridiculous. Waiting to get an appointment with the dealership.

Dec 13, 2023 Engine

Car suddenly had a knocking sound, check engine light came on and as I was driving, the car loss power suddenly died and woudn't start back up. Mechanic diagnosed that head bolts came loose and damaged engine. Has been at mechanic since 11/27 with the engine being rebuilt. Aprox cost at $7,600.

Dec 13, 2023 Engine

Car suddenly had a knocking sound, check engine light came on and as I was driving, the car loss power suddenly died and woudn't start back up. Mechanic diagnosed that head bolts came loose and damaged engine. Has been at mechanic since 11/27 with the engine being rebuilt. Aprox cost at $7,600.

Dec 11, 2023 Engine

While on the freeway, the engine started making a loud knocking sound and the car was losing power. No check engine light or other warning lights were illuminated. I exited, parked and later towed the car back to the Kia dealership and they said I needed a block (engine) replacement at a cost of ov...

Dec 11, 2023 Engine

While on the freeway, the engine started making a loud knocking sound and the car was losing power. No check engine light or other warning lights were illuminated. I exited, parked and later towed the car back to the Kia dealership and they said I needed a block (engine) replacement at a cost of ov...

Dec 7, 2023 Engine

Sudden engine failure. Upon inspecting the vehicle Kia mechanic concluded engine failure is due to rod bearing wear, which isn't part of the engine failure recall. Thus customer is responsible for all expense in full.

Dec 7, 2023 Engine

Sudden engine failure. Upon inspecting the vehicle Kia mechanic concluded engine failure is due to rod bearing wear, which isn't part of the engine failure recall. Thus customer is responsible for all expense in full.

Dec 6, 2023 Engine 96,000 mi

The contact's mother owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed three quarts of oil after driving 367 miles. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent me...

Dec 6, 2023 Air Bags 96,000 mi

The contact's mother owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed three quarts of oil after driving 367 miles. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent me...

Dec 6, 2023 Seat Belts 96,000 mi

The contact's mother owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed three quarts of oil after driving 367 miles. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent me...

Dec 6, 2023 Engine 96,000 mi

The contact's mother owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed three quarts of oil after driving 367 miles. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent me...

Dec 6, 2023 Air Bags 96,000 mi

The contact's mother owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed three quarts of oil after driving 367 miles. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent me...

Dec 6, 2023 Seat Belts 96,000 mi

The contact's mother owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed three quarts of oil after driving 367 miles. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent me...

Dec 5, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I am unable to open the right rear door of my 2015 Kia Sorento from the outside. The child safety lock is engaged and thus I am unable to open that door from the inside. All other doors work correctly. This information has been confirmed by a Kia dealer service department.

Dec 5, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I am unable to open the right rear door of my 2015 Kia Sorento from the outside. The child safety lock is engaged and thus I am unable to open that door from the inside. All other doors work correctly. This information has been confirmed by a Kia dealer service department.

Nov 30, 2023 Engine

The car has 106,000 miles, engine suddenly have knocking sound when started the engine then it will go away with no indicator of any issues. A week later, my wife was driving it and the knocking sound turns very loud and the car went into the limp mode and almost cause her to get into a car acciden...

Nov 30, 2023 Engine

The car has 106,000 miles, engine suddenly have knocking sound when started the engine then it will go away with no indicator of any issues. A week later, my wife was driving it and the knocking sound turns very loud and the car went into the limp mode and almost cause her to get into a car acciden...

Nov 23, 2023 Power Train

Takes long to switch gears going up hill it’s like a delay I have to sometime switch it into manual to switch gears going uphill and even sometimes on flat ground

Nov 23, 2023 Power Train

Takes long to switch gears going up hill it’s like a delay I have to sometime switch it into manual to switch gears going uphill and even sometimes on flat ground

Nov 16, 2023 Engine

Car temp gauge would go up high and go back down. No check engine light when this would happen. Took to mechanic and found out the radiator and the engine head gasket needed to be replaced.

Nov 16, 2023 Engine

Car temp gauge would go up high and go back down. No check engine light when this would happen. Took to mechanic and found out the radiator and the engine head gasket needed to be replaced.

Nov 9, 2023 Engine

We just got my wife’s Sorento SXL back from our Kia dealership in Kennesaw Georgia Yesterday.we took it in because of a clicking sound in the engine.they kept the car for a diagnostic They said the car had low or no oil,My wife informed the service Rep.that we have all the oil changes and we’ve ...

Nov 9, 2023 Engine

We just got my wife’s Sorento SXL back from our Kia dealership in Kennesaw Georgia Yesterday.we took it in because of a clicking sound in the engine.they kept the car for a diagnostic They said the car had low or no oil,My wife informed the service Rep.that we have all the oil changes and we’ve ...

Nov 8, 2023 Structure

Paint peeling rapidly on each side of windshield.

Nov 8, 2023 Structure

Paint peeling rapidly on each side of windshield.

Nov 2, 2023 Engine

Paint started peeling off

Nov 2, 2023 Structure

Paint started peeling off

Nov 2, 2023 Engine

The engine quit/shut down while traveling at 65mph on freeway. We replace engine, now 50,000 miles later we are replacing the connector rod bearings.

Nov 2, 2023 Engine

Paint started peeling off

Nov 2, 2023 Structure

Paint started peeling off

Nov 2, 2023 Engine

The engine quit/shut down while traveling at 65mph on freeway. We replace engine, now 50,000 miles later we are replacing the connector rod bearings.

Oct 31, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Paint peeling/rapid delamination (bubbling) on 2015 Kia Sorento (Snow White Pearl color) on FRONT PASSENGER PILAR AND CENTER ROOF. Great condition, 109,000 easy miles. Large chunk of paint came off today 10/31. Cost - estimate 10/2023 $5000. Why is this allowed? Obviously Kia has errors in the p...

Oct 31, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Paint peeling/rapid delamination (bubbling) on 2015 Kia Sorento (Snow White Pearl color) on FRONT PASSENGER PILAR AND CENTER ROOF. Great condition, 109,000 easy miles. Large chunk of paint came off today 10/31. Cost - estimate 10/2023 $5000. Why is this allowed? Obviously Kia has errors in the p...

Oct 30, 2023 Exterior Lighting

The low beam headlights are very dim even after replacing bulbs. Have replaced 2 sets in less than a year. Not sure if issues are related but I have seen multiple people have posted about dim headlights on this model

Oct 30, 2023 Exterior Lighting

The low beam headlights are very dim even after replacing bulbs. Have replaced 2 sets in less than a year. Not sure if issues are related but I have seen multiple people have posted about dim headlights on this model

Oct 14, 2023 Structure

paint peeling/rapid delamination on 2015 Kia Sorento (Snow White Pearl color) on both passenger side front and passenger side rear doors. Prior rapid delamination on "A" pillar of both passenger and driver sides and center roof (repaired 2021, out of pocket cost $2000). Rapid delamination began app...

Oct 14, 2023 Structure

paint peeling/rapid delamination on 2015 Kia Sorento (Snow White Pearl color) on both passenger side front and passenger side rear doors. Prior rapid delamination on "A" pillar of both passenger and driver sides and center roof (repaired 2021, out of pocket cost $2000). Rapid delamination began app...

Oct 5, 2023 Engine

On 8/19/23 driving cross country moving from MN to AZ. Heard a clunk and my engine went into limp mode. Called nearest Kia Dealership and advised not to drive. 8/21/23 had to have car towed 100 miles to Kia Dealership in Cheyenne, WY. Rented car from Avis to get to AZ in time for closing on new home...

Oct 5, 2023 Engine

On 8/19/23 driving cross country moving from MN to AZ. Heard a clunk and my engine went into limp mode. Called nearest Kia Dealership and advised not to drive. 8/21/23 had to have car towed 100 miles to Kia Dealership in Cheyenne, WY. Rented car from Avis to get to AZ in time for closing on new home...

Oct 4, 2023 Engine

engine is smoking , but is not showing over heating on gauge. just had oil changed on Thursday 9-28-23 by NTB, It has happened 3 times before oil change and once since(today),

Oct 4, 2023 Engine

engine is smoking , but is not showing over heating on gauge. just had oil changed on Thursday 9-28-23 by NTB, It has happened 3 times before oil change and once since(today),

Sep 27, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The paint is delamanating and flaking cause value to drop daily. A 2015 should not have this issue, Toyota recalled for the same issues. It start with a very small spot and has incresed daily in size and new spots are appearing daily.

Sep 27, 2023 Structure

The paint is delamanating and flaking cause value to drop daily. A 2015 should not have this issue, Toyota recalled for the same issues. It start with a very small spot and has incresed daily in size and new spots are appearing daily.

Sep 27, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The paint is delamanating and flaking cause value to drop daily. A 2015 should not have this issue, Toyota recalled for the same issues. It start with a very small spot and has incresed daily in size and new spots are appearing daily.

Sep 27, 2023 Structure

The paint is delamanating and flaking cause value to drop daily. A 2015 should not have this issue, Toyota recalled for the same issues. It start with a very small spot and has incresed daily in size and new spots are appearing daily.

Sep 15, 2023 Structure

The paint on this vehicle is aggressively peeling and I was told by a local Kia dealership to submit a complaint as it is a common problem with the snow white colored Kia Sorrento in this year. There is nothing I can do to stop the paint from continuing to peel, and it has continued to get worse ove...

Sep 15, 2023 Structure

The paint on this vehicle is aggressively peeling and I was told by a local Kia dealership to submit a complaint as it is a common problem with the snow white colored Kia Sorrento in this year. There is nothing I can do to stop the paint from continuing to peel, and it has continued to get worse ove...

Sep 14, 2023 Engine

Without vehicle warning lights, I was driving on a highway and my engine began making loud noises. My safety was put at risk as my car did not indicate any warning there were any vehicle issues and I was on a major highway which could have potentially not only affected my safety but the safety of ot...

Sep 14, 2023 Engine

Without vehicle warning lights, I was driving on a highway and my engine began making loud noises. My safety was put at risk as my car did not indicate any warning there were any vehicle issues and I was on a major highway which could have potentially not only affected my safety but the safety of ot...

Sep 13, 2023 Engine

Engine failed and started knocking on 8/29/2023. Had it towed to dealership where it has been sitting ever since. I am being told that its taking 8+ weeks to get approval on a new engine from KIA due to the defects of their engines. They will not supply a loaner or rental car until (IF) the engi...

Sep 13, 2023 Engine

Engine failed and started knocking on 8/29/2023. Had it towed to dealership where it has been sitting ever since. I am being told that its taking 8+ weeks to get approval on a new engine from KIA due to the defects of their engines. They will not supply a loaner or rental car until (IF) the engi...

Sep 11, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Paint is peeling. Snow White pearl

Sep 11, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Paint is peeling. Snow White pearl

Sep 6, 2023 Air Bags

Pearl white paint is peeling off on both sides of windshield and hood. Air bag light stays on.

Sep 6, 2023 Structure

Pearl white paint is peeling off on both sides of windshield and hood. Air bag light stays on.

Sep 6, 2023 Air Bags

Pearl white paint is peeling off on both sides of windshield and hood. Air bag light stays on.

Sep 6, 2023 Structure

Pearl white paint is peeling off on both sides of windshield and hood. Air bag light stays on.

Aug 26, 2023 Engine

Without warning, engine stalled while in motion. Electrical system was still functioning and on. Loss of power steering and power brakes. This continued to happen at random times during driving, putting all passengers at risk. Kia dealership looked in to the problem and diagnosed it as a faulty PCM/...

Aug 26, 2023 Unknown Or Other

On Thurs 8/24/23 approx.5/5:30 I was driving home on highway 290 and my Kai Sorento 2015 just quit. No warning of any kind it just quit. I had no steering so had to hang on tightly to the wheel. It was rush hour and I was on a highway doing speed limit of 55. How I and anyone behind me was not in a ...

Aug 26, 2023 Engine

Without warning, engine stalled while in motion. Electrical system was still functioning and on. Loss of power steering and power brakes. This continued to happen at random times during driving, putting all passengers at risk. Kia dealership looked in to the problem and diagnosed it as a faulty PCM/...

Aug 26, 2023 Unknown Or Other

On Thurs 8/24/23 approx.5/5:30 I was driving home on highway 290 and my Kai Sorento 2015 just quit. No warning of any kind it just quit. I had no steering so had to hang on tightly to the wheel. It was rush hour and I was on a highway doing speed limit of 55. How I and anyone behind me was not in a ...

Aug 22, 2023 Engine

Unknow

Aug 22, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The paint just above my windshield at the center is bubbled up and stater peeling and is now rusting. It is also peeling on my drivers door just above the window. The paint color is Pearl White

Aug 22, 2023 Engine

Unknow

Aug 22, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The paint just above my windshield at the center is bubbled up and stater peeling and is now rusting. It is also peeling on my drivers door just above the window. The paint color is Pearl White

Aug 21, 2023 Engine

It is abusive to American consumers that Kia Motors America knowingly sold several Kia models from 2011-2019 with the Theta ii engine issues. They have not done enough as a car company to support the needs of customers that are affected by this problem. They are taking 2-3 months to diagnose and rep...

Aug 21, 2023 Engine

It is abusive to American consumers that Kia Motors America knowingly sold several Kia models from 2011-2019 with the Theta ii engine issues. They have not done enough as a car company to support the needs of customers that are affected by this problem. They are taking 2-3 months to diagnose and rep...

Aug 17, 2023 Engine

Engine blew

Aug 17, 2023 Engine

Engine blew

Aug 14, 2023 Exterior Lighting

Driving at night on an unlit rural road with the high beam lights engaged, a car was coming in the opposite direction, at which point the headlights were switched to low-beams to not impact the visibility of that driver. The headlights and lighting of the cluster turned completely off for a few mome...

Aug 14, 2023 Electrical System

Driving at night on an unlit rural road with the high beam lights engaged, a car was coming in the opposite direction, at which point the headlights were switched to low-beams to not impact the visibility of that driver. The headlights and lighting of the cluster turned completely off for a few mome...

Aug 14, 2023 Engine

The engine of this vehicle has always rattled on start-up, but the sound goes away after a few seconds. Oil levels have always been maintained and the oil has been changed on a regular basis at the scheduled mileage intervals. Within the last month, the engine rattle is present when shifting from 2...

Aug 14, 2023 Engine

The engine was inspected for a possible timing chain rattle/issue and was found to be consuming oil. The oil level was low with no obvious leaks from the engine, meaning that the engine has been burning oil for about 4 months since the last oil change at the very least. The oil consumption could cau...

Aug 14, 2023 Exterior Lighting

Driving at night on an unlit rural road with the high beam lights engaged, a car was coming in the opposite direction, at which point the headlights were switched to low-beams to not impact the visibility of that driver. The headlights and lighting of the cluster turned completely off for a few mome...

Aug 14, 2023 Electrical System

Driving at night on an unlit rural road with the high beam lights engaged, a car was coming in the opposite direction, at which point the headlights were switched to low-beams to not impact the visibility of that driver. The headlights and lighting of the cluster turned completely off for a few mome...

Aug 14, 2023 Engine

The engine of this vehicle has always rattled on start-up, but the sound goes away after a few seconds. Oil levels have always been maintained and the oil has been changed on a regular basis at the scheduled mileage intervals. Within the last month, the engine rattle is present when shifting from 2...

Aug 14, 2023 Engine

The engine was inspected for a possible timing chain rattle/issue and was found to be consuming oil. The oil level was low with no obvious leaks from the engine, meaning that the engine has been burning oil for about 4 months since the last oil change at the very least. The oil consumption could cau...

Aug 13, 2023 Engine

August 11,2023 My 2015 Kia Sorento engine light came on, it started bogging down, and rattling noise came from the engine, when plugged in it was diagnosed as the exhaust crank shaft position timing-over-advanced (Bank 1) Code P0014. I had a hard time keeping the engine running it kept wanting to s...

Aug 13, 2023 Power Train

August 11,2023 My 2015 Kia Sorento engine light came on, it started bogging down, and rattling noise came from the engine, when plugged in it was diagnosed as the exhaust crank shaft position timing-over-advanced (Bank 1) Code P0014. I had a hard time keeping the engine running it kept wanting to s...

Aug 13, 2023 Engine

August 11,2023 My 2015 Kia Sorento engine light came on, it started bogging down, and rattling noise came from the engine, when plugged in it was diagnosed as the exhaust crank shaft position timing-over-advanced (Bank 1) Code P0014. I had a hard time keeping the engine running it kept wanting to s...

Aug 13, 2023 Power Train

August 11,2023 My 2015 Kia Sorento engine light came on, it started bogging down, and rattling noise came from the engine, when plugged in it was diagnosed as the exhaust crank shaft position timing-over-advanced (Bank 1) Code P0014. I had a hard time keeping the engine running it kept wanting to s...

Aug 4, 2023 Structure

right rear passenger door handle. It is made of plastic and crumbled in my hand as i attempted to open the door to remove my 3 yr old great grandson. I had the child safety lock engaged, so when I tried to crawl across back seat to open that door from the inside I was unable to. I undid car seat buc...

Aug 4, 2023 Structure

right rear passenger door handle. It is made of plastic and crumbled in my hand as i attempted to open the door to remove my 3 yr old great grandson. I had the child safety lock engaged, so when I tried to crawl across back seat to open that door from the inside I was unable to. I undid car seat buc...

Aug 1, 2023 Engine

Driving 45mph on busy street and engine stopped working- locked up. No codes, no warning lights, etc… Coasted to an advanced auto parts store, hooked up scanner- no codes. My Mechanic and Kia both said there is oil in the engine, but it’s locked up. No help from Kia on this issue even though the...

Aug 1, 2023 Engine

Driving 45mph on busy street and engine stopped working- locked up. No codes, no warning lights, etc… Coasted to an advanced auto parts store, hooked up scanner- no codes. My Mechanic and Kia both said there is oil in the engine, but it’s locked up. No help from Kia on this issue even though the...

Jul 31, 2023 Structure

Snow white pearl paint is chipping on the front end. Started on driver side front quarter panel now its on hood and front bumper. This is so irritating!!!! I can't even wash my car without something chipping!!! The cost to repaint those areas is around $5500.00. Kia really needs to get this issue fi...

Jul 31, 2023 Engine

RE: Kia Engine Failure I have a 2015 Kia Sorento that has approximately 86,600 miles. My engine failed on July 5, 2023. I did receive the Recall No. 18V907000 and tried to contact Kia numerous times when I received the notice to get my software updated; however, I was unable to speak with anybody f...

Jul 31, 2023 Structure

Snow white pearl paint is chipping on the front end. Started on driver side front quarter panel now its on hood and front bumper. This is so irritating!!!! I can't even wash my car without something chipping!!! The cost to repaint those areas is around $5500.00. Kia really needs to get this issue fi...

Jul 31, 2023 Engine

RE: Kia Engine Failure I have a 2015 Kia Sorento that has approximately 86,600 miles. My engine failed on July 5, 2023. I did receive the Recall No. 18V907000 and tried to contact Kia numerous times when I received the notice to get my software updated; however, I was unable to speak with anybody f...

Jul 30, 2023 Structure

The paint peeling on my PEARL WHITE Kia sorento

Jul 30, 2023 Structure

The paint peeling on my PEARL WHITE Kia sorento

Jul 21, 2023 Engine

My engine went into limp mode on the road wile my daughter was in traffic. After she was finally able to get the car to the side of the road. I had the Sorrento towed to my local mechanic. The mechanic informed me the engine had an internal engine failure.The car had 125,000 miles I have always done...

Jul 21, 2023 Engine

My engine went into limp mode on the road wile my daughter was in traffic. After she was finally able to get the car to the side of the road. I had the Sorrento towed to my local mechanic. The mechanic informed me the engine had an internal engine failure.The car had 125,000 miles I have always done...

Jul 20, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I own a 2015 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 .

Jul 20, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I own a 2015 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 .

Jul 17, 2023 Engine

The car completely stalled out. Engine Light on.

Jul 17, 2023 Engine

The car completely stalled out. Engine Light on.

Jul 13, 2023 Engine

After hearing a knocking or rubbing sound when turning left or right, I made an appointment to have my 2015 Kia Sorento checked and also to have it inspected. The auto repair shop was in the middle of road-testing the vehicle when it suddenly began running poorly and the SES light turned on. The veh...

Jul 13, 2023 Engine

After hearing a knocking or rubbing sound when turning left or right, I made an appointment to have my 2015 Kia Sorento checked and also to have it inspected. The auto repair shop was in the middle of road-testing the vehicle when it suddenly began running poorly and the SES light turned on. The veh...

Jul 8, 2023 Engine

Going on vacation with elderly disabled mother and family. Exited off highway stopped and car just shut off with lots of traffic behind me and coming. After several attempts to start vehicle it started and was really loud. Pulled out and coasted to a place I could safely pull over. Checked the oil, ...

Jul 8, 2023 Engine

Going on vacation with elderly disabled mother and family. Exited off highway stopped and car just shut off with lots of traffic behind me and coming. After several attempts to start vehicle it started and was really loud. Pulled out and coasted to a place I could safely pull over. Checked the oil, ...

Jul 6, 2023 Electrical System

Unknown

Jul 6, 2023 Engine

Unknown

Jul 6, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Unknown

Jul 6, 2023 Visibility 127,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the brakes and the steering wheel seized inadvertently, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that she attempted to roll up the windows, but the vehicle failed to...

Jul 6, 2023 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 127,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the brakes and the steering wheel seized inadvertently, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that she attempted to roll up the windows, but the vehicle failed to...

Jul 6, 2023 Engine

Car turned off while stopped at red light. Would not restart. Had to be towed. Diagnostic report engine seized. Confirmed by Rick Case Kia service center. There was no warning or or warning lights. We were stopped due to a red light, but if no red light, car would have stopped while driving i...

Jul 6, 2023 Electrical System

Unknown

Jul 6, 2023 Engine

Unknown

Jul 6, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Unknown

Jul 6, 2023 Visibility 127,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the brakes and the steering wheel seized inadvertently, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that she attempted to roll up the windows, but the vehicle failed to...

Jul 6, 2023 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 127,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the brakes and the steering wheel seized inadvertently, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that she attempted to roll up the windows, but the vehicle failed to...

Jul 6, 2023 Engine

Car turned off while stopped at red light. Would not restart. Had to be towed. Diagnostic report engine seized. Confirmed by Rick Case Kia service center. There was no warning or or warning lights. We were stopped due to a red light, but if no red light, car would have stopped while driving i...

Jul 3, 2023 Steering 109,824 mi

Steering wheel locks up while driving almost causing collisions with other vehicles. This has been a major issue in the sorento, especially since the horn doesn’t work either. Everything in the steering wheel doesn’t function.

Jul 3, 2023 Steering 109,824 mi

Steering wheel locks up while driving almost causing collisions with other vehicles. This has been a major issue in the sorento, especially since the horn doesn’t work either. Everything in the steering wheel doesn’t function.

Jun 29, 2023 Engine

As I was driving my grandchildren I heard a banging sound in the engine. I checked for warning lights, and none were showing. I drove the car to a reputable mechanic who after listening to the sound told me that driving the car was not safe. I had the car towed to the KIA Service Department in Ande...

Jun 29, 2023 Unknown Or Other

As I was driving my grandchildren I heard a banging sound in the engine. I checked for warning lights, and none were showing. I drove the car to a reputable mechanic who after listening to the sound told me that driving the car was not safe. I had the car towed to the KIA Service Department in Ande...

Jun 29, 2023 Engine

As I was driving my grandchildren I heard a banging sound in the engine. I checked for warning lights, and none were showing. I drove the car to a reputable mechanic who after listening to the sound told me that driving the car was not safe. I had the car towed to the KIA Service Department in Ande...

Jun 29, 2023 Unknown Or Other

As I was driving my grandchildren I heard a banging sound in the engine. I checked for warning lights, and none were showing. I drove the car to a reputable mechanic who after listening to the sound told me that driving the car was not safe. I had the car towed to the KIA Service Department in Ande...

Jun 27, 2023 Engine 111,000 mi

The contact's stepson owns a 2012 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while his stepson was driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed tha...

Jun 27, 2023 Power Train

The drive train or engine suddenly locked up while driving down the road at 35mph causing the vehicle to violently decelerate and the wheels to lose traction and skid. The failure only lasted maybe a second before car resumed driving as usual. I was not accelerating or breaking at the time and had b...

Jun 27, 2023 Engine

The drive train or engine suddenly locked up while driving down the road at 35mph causing the vehicle to violently decelerate and the wheels to lose traction and skid. The failure only lasted maybe a second before car resumed driving as usual. I was not accelerating or breaking at the time and had b...

Jun 27, 2023 Engine 111,000 mi

The contact's stepson owns a 2012 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while his stepson was driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed tha...

Jun 27, 2023 Power Train

The drive train or engine suddenly locked up while driving down the road at 35mph causing the vehicle to violently decelerate and the wheels to lose traction and skid. The failure only lasted maybe a second before car resumed driving as usual. I was not accelerating or breaking at the time and had b...

Jun 27, 2023 Engine

The drive train or engine suddenly locked up while driving down the road at 35mph causing the vehicle to violently decelerate and the wheels to lose traction and skid. The failure only lasted maybe a second before car resumed driving as usual. I was not accelerating or breaking at the time and had b...

Jun 23, 2023 Engine

I had an oil change and then went on a road trip, The trip consisted of two days driving and 1300 miles driven. the engine sounded different so I checked the oil and it did not register on the dipstick. Since then I have been checking the oil once a week and have noticed is will be low. The oil ca...

Jun 23, 2023 Engine

I had an oil change and then went on a road trip, The trip consisted of two days driving and 1300 miles driven. the engine sounded different so I checked the oil and it did not register on the dipstick. Since then I have been checking the oil once a week and have noticed is will be low. The oil ca...

Jun 22, 2023 Engine 152,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be restarted and was undriveable. The contact st...

Jun 22, 2023 Engine

Purchased it 7 months ago, haven't put many miles on it and the motor is completely bad, sitting at a kia shop. It broke down on me in the middle of the road and wouldn't shift into gear.

Jun 22, 2023 Power Train

Purchased it 7 months ago, haven't put many miles on it and the motor is completely bad, sitting at a kia shop. It broke down on me in the middle of the road and wouldn't shift into gear.

Jun 22, 2023 Engine 152,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be restarted and was undriveable. The contact st...

Jun 22, 2023 Engine

Purchased it 7 months ago, haven't put many miles on it and the motor is completely bad, sitting at a kia shop. It broke down on me in the middle of the road and wouldn't shift into gear.

Jun 22, 2023 Power Train

Purchased it 7 months ago, haven't put many miles on it and the motor is completely bad, sitting at a kia shop. It broke down on me in the middle of the road and wouldn't shift into gear.

Jun 20, 2023 Engine

My engine for this 2015 Kia sorento failed on 6/1/2023. This can put others at risk because Kia continues to know that their Theta ii engines can fail and have not done enough to prevent this problem. Additionally, there are not enough kia technicians available to diagnose engine failures in a timel...

Jun 20, 2023 Unknown Or Other

My engine for this 2015 Kia sorento failed on 6/1/2023. This can put others at risk because Kia continues to know that their Theta ii engines can fail and have not done enough to prevent this problem. Additionally, there are not enough kia technicians available to diagnose engine failures in a timel...

Jun 20, 2023 Engine

My engine for this 2015 Kia sorento failed on 6/1/2023. This can put others at risk because Kia continues to know that their Theta ii engines can fail and have not done enough to prevent this problem. Additionally, there are not enough kia technicians available to diagnose engine failures in a timel...

Jun 20, 2023 Unknown Or Other

My engine for this 2015 Kia sorento failed on 6/1/2023. This can put others at risk because Kia continues to know that their Theta ii engines can fail and have not done enough to prevent this problem. Additionally, there are not enough kia technicians available to diagnose engine failures in a timel...

Jun 19, 2023 Engine

I was driving down the road and a loud knocking started and now the car won’t move. I was told that something might be wrong with the computer protecting the engine.

Jun 19, 2023 Engine

I was driving down the road and a loud knocking started and now the car won’t move. I was told that something might be wrong with the computer protecting the engine.

Jun 8, 2023 Engine

Engine failure , car stopped running , me and my family could’ve gotten a very bad accident , I had to pay 8,400$ out of my own pocket to replace the engine failure

Jun 8, 2023 Engine

Engine failure , car stopped running , me and my family could’ve gotten a very bad accident , I had to pay 8,400$ out of my own pocket to replace the engine failure

May 16, 2023 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 93,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle failed to restart after several attempts. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The VIN was included in NHTSA Campa...

May 16, 2023 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 93,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle failed to restart after several attempts. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The VIN was included in NHTSA Campa...

May 12, 2023 Engine Fire 155,565 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50-55 MPH, he heard an abnormal popping sound and the vehicle spontaneously caught on fire. The contact was able to pull off the highway. The contact stated that he could see flames under the hood. The contac...

May 12, 2023 Engine Fire 155,565 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50-55 MPH, he heard an abnormal popping sound and the vehicle spontaneously caught on fire. The contact was able to pull off the highway. The contact stated that he could see flames under the hood. The contac...

May 9, 2023 Structure

paint coming off. peeling, flaking

May 9, 2023 Structure

paint coming off. peeling, flaking

May 4, 2023 Structure

Unknown Paint started chipping little by little and a big chunk just came off.. I'm concerned became new chips are appearing.

May 4, 2023 Structure

Unknown Paint started chipping little by little and a big chunk just came off.. I'm concerned became new chips are appearing.

May 2, 2023 Power Train

Transmission failed, unable to shift vehicle gears. Vehicle repaired by Certified Manufacturer's dealer. Unknown if part available for further inspection. No lamps or warnings prior to vehicle failure.

May 2, 2023 Power Train

Transmission failed, unable to shift vehicle gears. Vehicle repaired by Certified Manufacturer's dealer. Unknown if part available for further inspection. No lamps or warnings prior to vehicle failure.

Apr 28, 2023 Unknown Or Other

UNKNOWN My issue is PAINT DELAMINATION. I own a 2015 KIA Sorento, color is PEARL WHITE. I understand that this type of factory paint defect is not uncommon with a 2015 KIA Sorento, especially with the color being pearl white. Here is a description and timeline of my paint delamination: Sept 2022,...

Apr 28, 2023 Unknown Or Other

UNKNOWN My issue is PAINT DELAMINATION. I own a 2015 KIA Sorento, color is PEARL WHITE. I understand that this type of factory paint defect is not uncommon with a 2015 KIA Sorento, especially with the color being pearl white. Here is a description and timeline of my paint delamination: Sept 2022,...

Apr 26, 2023 Engine

Engene damage by the problem have in the oil pump. Kia doesn't whant give warranty they say im not firs buyer. But is oficial this car has extende warranty by demant government about replacement fix engine.

Apr 26, 2023 Engine

Kia doesn't whant fix my kia sorento . Say i m not firt owner. The extended cover that . the Kia engine recall extended warranty? The warranty has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles for engine long block assembly repairs due to connecting rod bearing damage. As previously mentioned, the ...

Apr 26, 2023 Engine

Engene damage by the problem have in the oil pump. Kia doesn't whant give warranty they say im not firs buyer. But is oficial this car has extende warranty by demant government about replacement fix engine.

Apr 26, 2023 Engine

Kia doesn't whant fix my kia sorento . Say i m not firt owner. The extended cover that . the Kia engine recall extended warranty? The warranty has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles for engine long block assembly repairs due to connecting rod bearing damage. As previously mentioned, the ...

Apr 20, 2023 Engine

Engine had adequate oil 2 days prior to complete engine failure. Vehicle is available for inspection. In terms of safety, the driver was suddenly stranded on the highway. While driving we experienced loud noises from the engine. Upon inspection, the dip stick showed no oil. We added required oil be...

Apr 20, 2023 Engine

Engine had adequate oil 2 days prior to complete engine failure. Vehicle is available for inspection. In terms of safety, the driver was suddenly stranded on the highway. While driving we experienced loud noises from the engine. Upon inspection, the dip stick showed no oil. We added required oil be...

Apr 19, 2023 Engine Fire

traveling back from Panama City Beach, on 10/14/2022 Florida with a destination of [XXX]. At approximately 2:15pm, I had to pull off on the median of interstate 65 North bound at mile marker 123 in Greenville, Alabama due to mechanical failure of my 2015 Kia Sorento. The vehicle was smoking/caught f...

Apr 19, 2023 Electrical System Fire

traveling back from Panama City Beach, on 10/14/2022 Florida with a destination of [XXX]. At approximately 2:15pm, I had to pull off on the median of interstate 65 North bound at mile marker 123 in Greenville, Alabama due to mechanical failure of my 2015 Kia Sorento. The vehicle was smoking/caught f...

Apr 19, 2023 Engine Fire

traveling back from Panama City Beach, on 10/14/2022 Florida with a destination of [XXX]. At approximately 2:15pm, I had to pull off on the median of interstate 65 North bound at mile marker 123 in Greenville, Alabama due to mechanical failure of my 2015 Kia Sorento. The vehicle was smoking/caught f...

Apr 19, 2023 Electrical System Fire

traveling back from Panama City Beach, on 10/14/2022 Florida with a destination of [XXX]. At approximately 2:15pm, I had to pull off on the median of interstate 65 North bound at mile marker 123 in Greenville, Alabama due to mechanical failure of my 2015 Kia Sorento. The vehicle was smoking/caught f...

Apr 17, 2023 Engine

It’s burning oil engine

Apr 17, 2023 Engine

It’s burning oil engine

Apr 12, 2023 Exterior Lighting

Hi my vehicle is very dangerous and unsafe when driving at night. I can't see at all when I drive at night. The factory headlight bulbs has not burn out but they was so dim. I replaced them with new ones and still could not see. I WANT AND GOT THE BRIGHTESS headlight bulb for my car and still are di...

Apr 12, 2023 Exterior Lighting

Hi my vehicle is very dangerous and unsafe when driving at night. I can't see at all when I drive at night. The factory headlight bulbs has not burn out but they was so dim. I replaced them with new ones and still could not see. I WANT AND GOT THE BRIGHTESS headlight bulb for my car and still are di...

Apr 11, 2023 Engine

On June 20, 2022 my KIA Sorento with 137,170 miles stopped suddenly in traffic on the interstate during morning rushhour. I had no engine light warning. The vehicle would not restart. I inspected under and behind the vehicle for any issues and found none. I motor was locked up and upon checking the...

Apr 11, 2023 Engine

On June 20, 2022 my KIA Sorento with 137,170 miles stopped suddenly in traffic on the interstate during morning rushhour. I had no engine light warning. The vehicle would not restart. I inspected under and behind the vehicle for any issues and found none. I motor was locked up and upon checking the...

Apr 8, 2023 Engine

Hello my name is [XXX] . Approximately [XXX] my 2015 Kia Sorento practically stopped performing on [XXX] highway nearly having to dodge an accident. At first, I noticed a burning scent which I thought was just in the air until my car started to slow down by itself followed by coming to a complete st...

Apr 8, 2023 Power Train

Hello my name is [XXX] . Approximately [XXX] my 2015 Kia Sorento practically stopped performing on [XXX] highway nearly having to dodge an accident. At first, I noticed a burning scent which I thought was just in the air until my car started to slow down by itself followed by coming to a complete st...

Apr 8, 2023 Suspension

Hello my name is [XXX] . Approximately [XXX] my 2015 Kia Sorento practically stopped performing on [XXX] highway nearly having to dodge an accident. At first, I noticed a burning scent which I thought was just in the air until my car started to slow down by itself followed by coming to a complete st...

Apr 8, 2023 Engine

Hello my name is [XXX] . Approximately [XXX] my 2015 Kia Sorento practically stopped performing on [XXX] highway nearly having to dodge an accident. At first, I noticed a burning scent which I thought was just in the air until my car started to slow down by itself followed by coming to a complete st...

Apr 8, 2023 Power Train

Hello my name is [XXX] . Approximately [XXX] my 2015 Kia Sorento practically stopped performing on [XXX] highway nearly having to dodge an accident. At first, I noticed a burning scent which I thought was just in the air until my car started to slow down by itself followed by coming to a complete st...

Apr 8, 2023 Suspension

Hello my name is [XXX] . Approximately [XXX] my 2015 Kia Sorento practically stopped performing on [XXX] highway nearly having to dodge an accident. At first, I noticed a burning scent which I thought was just in the air until my car started to slow down by itself followed by coming to a complete st...

Apr 6, 2023 Structure

Snow white pearl paint has suddenly started peeling on passenger door and around windshield

Apr 6, 2023 Structure

Snow white pearl paint has suddenly started peeling on passenger door and around windshield

Apr 5, 2023 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. After replacing the engine, the vehicle started...

Apr 5, 2023 Power Train 74,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. After replacing the engine, the vehicle started...

Apr 5, 2023 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. After replacing the engine, the vehicle started...

Apr 5, 2023 Power Train 74,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. After replacing the engine, the vehicle started...

Apr 4, 2023 Engine

While driving at night on 2 lane highway at speed limit the engine seized as I pressed acceleration. Had to get to safe spot to pull off while just coasting as other drivers got upset so glad I didn’t get hit from behind. Had to be towed home had mechanic look at it he said engine is needing repla...

Apr 4, 2023 Structure

While driving at night on 2 lane highway at speed limit the engine seized as I pressed acceleration. Had to get to safe spot to pull off while just coasting as other drivers got upset so glad I didn’t get hit from behind. Had to be towed home had mechanic look at it he said engine is needing repla...

Apr 4, 2023 Engine

While driving at night on 2 lane highway at speed limit the engine seized as I pressed acceleration. Had to get to safe spot to pull off while just coasting as other drivers got upset so glad I didn’t get hit from behind. Had to be towed home had mechanic look at it he said engine is needing repla...

Apr 4, 2023 Structure

While driving at night on 2 lane highway at speed limit the engine seized as I pressed acceleration. Had to get to safe spot to pull off while just coasting as other drivers got upset so glad I didn’t get hit from behind. Had to be towed home had mechanic look at it he said engine is needing repla...

Mar 27, 2023 Engine

No warning lights or signs of anything, my car is up to date with all services have receipts in hand. Car just jerked a little and sounded like a loud banging noise under the hood. Went and brought it to Kia to determine I needed an engine. Car only has 108,000 miles on it.

Mar 27, 2023 Engine

No warning lights or signs of anything, my car is up to date with all services have receipts in hand. Car just jerked a little and sounded like a loud banging noise under the hood. Went and brought it to Kia to determine I needed an engine. Car only has 108,000 miles on it.

Mar 22, 2023 Engine 130,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal flapping noise, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle lost motive power but was able to restart. The vehicle wa...

Mar 22, 2023 Engine 130,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal flapping noise, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle lost motive power but was able to restart. The vehicle wa...

Mar 21, 2023 Unknown Or Other 103,267 mi

Our kia has problems with the camshaft sensor and when we described the issues we were having to our dealer he immediately said it was the camshaft sensor and apparently there are a lot of issues with this model with the sensor. Our car kept on stalling and when my husband was stopped at a red light...

Mar 21, 2023 Unknown Or Other 103,267 mi

Our kia has problems with the camshaft sensor and when we described the issues we were having to our dealer he immediately said it was the camshaft sensor and apparently there are a lot of issues with this model with the sensor. Our car kept on stalling and when my husband was stopped at a red light...

Mar 16, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The car's paint has been peeling off. I purchased the vehicle when it had 49,000 on it in 2020. A few months later i noticed some chipping on the hood and above the front window. I called Kia and they said there was no recall. More and more paint had chipped and today i was at the dealership for se...

Mar 16, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The car's paint has been peeling off. I purchased the vehicle when it had 49,000 on it in 2020. A few months later i noticed some chipping on the hood and above the front window. I called Kia and they said there was no recall. More and more paint had chipped and today i was at the dealership for se...

Mar 15, 2023 Service Brakes

brake caliper failed and destroyed brakes, rotors and caused vehicle to shake when brakes applied

Mar 15, 2023 Service Brakes

brake caliper failed and destroyed brakes, rotors and caused vehicle to shake when brakes applied

Mar 2, 2023 Exterior Lighting

I bought this car used and never thought to check any problems associated with headlights. The first time I drove it at night, I stopped to see if the lights were even working. I took it to my local garage who has taken care of all my vehicles from Chevrolet S10 to BMW X5. They changed out the bulbs...

Mar 2, 2023 Exterior Lighting

I bought this car used and never thought to check any problems associated with headlights. The first time I drove it at night, I stopped to see if the lights were even working. I took it to my local garage who has taken care of all my vehicles from Chevrolet S10 to BMW X5. They changed out the bulbs...

Feb 27, 2023 Engine

I was driving down the freeway and my engine seized and I lost power to the engine. My safety was put at risk because I was on a busy freeway and it happened on a bridge and I had nowhere to go. Someone could have rear ended me very easily. My car is available for inspection at the dealer now, who s...

Feb 27, 2023 Engine

I was driving down the freeway and my engine seized and I lost power to the engine. My safety was put at risk because I was on a busy freeway and it happened on a bridge and I had nowhere to go. Someone could have rear ended me very easily. My car is available for inspection at the dealer now, who s...

Feb 26, 2023 Electrical System

Engine seized while I was driving

Feb 26, 2023 Engine

Engine seized while I was driving

Feb 26, 2023 Exterior Lighting

Engine seized while I was driving

Feb 26, 2023 Electrical System

Engine seized while I was driving

Feb 26, 2023 Engine

Engine seized while I was driving

Feb 26, 2023 Exterior Lighting

Engine seized while I was driving

Feb 22, 2023 Structure

I own a 2015 Kia Sorento in Snow White Pearl. I have 2 Complaints: 1.) The paint is peeling off of the hood. I have read many reviews online where similar issues are happening with Kia vehicles manufactured in a similar timeframe that have issues with SWP peeling off of the hood and the pillars. My...

Feb 22, 2023 Steering

I own a 2015 Kia Sorento in Snow White Pearl. I have 2 Complaints: 1.) The paint is peeling off of the hood. I have read many reviews online where similar issues are happening with Kia vehicles manufactured in a similar timeframe that have issues with SWP peeling off of the hood and the pillars. My...

Feb 22, 2023 Structure

I own a 2015 Kia Sorento in Snow White Pearl. I have 2 Complaints: 1.) The paint is peeling off of the hood. I have read many reviews online where similar issues are happening with Kia vehicles manufactured in a similar timeframe that have issues with SWP peeling off of the hood and the pillars. My...

Feb 22, 2023 Steering

I own a 2015 Kia Sorento in Snow White Pearl. I have 2 Complaints: 1.) The paint is peeling off of the hood. I have read many reviews online where similar issues are happening with Kia vehicles manufactured in a similar timeframe that have issues with SWP peeling off of the hood and the pillars. My...

Feb 21, 2023 Power Train

I only had it 2 weeks and I was driving it and it mad a loud noise you couldn’t give it no gas and it shut off so we’re trying to start it. It sounded like a rod rattling in the engine. And I just had a new oil change, and when I reject all it was black as dirt. I don’t understand because I j...

Feb 21, 2023 Engine

I only had it 2 weeks and I was driving it and it mad a loud noise you couldn’t give it no gas and it shut off so we’re trying to start it. It sounded like a rod rattling in the engine. And I just had a new oil change, and when I reject all it was black as dirt. I don’t understand because I j...

Feb 21, 2023 Steering

I only had it 2 weeks and I was driving it and it mad a loud noise you couldn’t give it no gas and it shut off so we’re trying to start it. It sounded like a rod rattling in the engine. And I just had a new oil change, and when I reject all it was black as dirt. I don’t understand because I j...

Feb 21, 2023 Power Train

I only had it 2 weeks and I was driving it and it mad a loud noise you couldn’t give it no gas and it shut off so we’re trying to start it. It sounded like a rod rattling in the engine. And I just had a new oil change, and when I reject all it was black as dirt. I don’t understand because I j...

Feb 21, 2023 Engine

I only had it 2 weeks and I was driving it and it mad a loud noise you couldn’t give it no gas and it shut off so we’re trying to start it. It sounded like a rod rattling in the engine. And I just had a new oil change, and when I reject all it was black as dirt. I don’t understand because I j...

Feb 21, 2023 Steering

I only had it 2 weeks and I was driving it and it mad a loud noise you couldn’t give it no gas and it shut off so we’re trying to start it. It sounded like a rod rattling in the engine. And I just had a new oil change, and when I reject all it was black as dirt. I don’t understand because I j...

Feb 20, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

I have had nothing but problems out of this car since I purchased it. I purchased it used from Chevy and within a week I was in a rental car due to issues. Now after only having the car for 3 years still making payments, after having the oil changed within a month the engine showed no oil when I to...

Feb 20, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

I have had nothing but problems out of this car since I purchased it. I purchased it used from Chevy and within a week I was in a rental car due to issues. Now after only having the car for 3 years still making payments, after having the oil changed within a month the engine showed no oil when I to...

Feb 19, 2023 Engine

I went to have the recalled item fixed for the engine failure. However Kia informed me that an issue must be heard before they can fix the issue. Around 3 months went by and I had my oil changed. I went out of town and when I came back my car started to make a tapping noise. I had someone check my ...

Feb 19, 2023 Engine

I went to have the recalled item fixed for the engine failure. However Kia informed me that an issue must be heard before they can fix the issue. Around 3 months went by and I had my oil changed. I went out of town and when I came back my car started to make a tapping noise. I had someone check my ...

Feb 18, 2023 Exterior Lighting

The headlights on this vehicle you can’t even tell they are on after dark even after kia of Cape Coral florida tried adjusting them it’s so bad I ended up installing a light bar on there just to be able to drive this after dark if I get in a accident because of this who is liable I just think th...

Feb 18, 2023 Exterior Lighting

The headlights on this vehicle you can’t even tell they are on after dark even after kia of Cape Coral florida tried adjusting them it’s so bad I ended up installing a light bar on there just to be able to drive this after dark if I get in a accident because of this who is liable I just think th...

Feb 17, 2023 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, he heard an abnormal rattling sound before the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact then depressed the accelerator ...

Feb 17, 2023 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, he heard an abnormal rattling sound before the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact then depressed the accelerator ...

Feb 13, 2023 Engine

Engine suddenly stalled while driving, causing unsafe conditions as we could not maneuver out of traffic safely. Car has approx 70,000 miles on the engine, and has had all regular oil changes on time. When the engine started to shake the oil/engine light flashed and we pulled over as quickly as poss...

Feb 13, 2023 Engine

Engine suddenly stalled while driving, causing unsafe conditions as we could not maneuver out of traffic safely. Car has approx 70,000 miles on the engine, and has had all regular oil changes on time. When the engine started to shake the oil/engine light flashed and we pulled over as quickly as poss...

Feb 10, 2023 Exterior Lighting

The low beam headlights on the 2015 Kia Sorento has made it very difficult in viewing the road at night. It is hard to visualize objects within short distance. The socket to install the headlight bulbs point more to the ground instead of outwards. Your assistance in this matter would be greatly appr...

Feb 10, 2023 Exterior Lighting

The low beam headlights on the 2015 Kia Sorento has made it very difficult in viewing the road at night. It is hard to visualize objects within short distance. The socket to install the headlight bulbs point more to the ground instead of outwards. Your assistance in this matter would be greatly appr...

Feb 4, 2023 Engine

On Thanksgiving day, the vehicle loss POWER while driving on the highway to Anniston Alabama, endangering the lives of myself and my four children. NO WARNING LIGHTS. I was giving it gas and it would not go. I was able to get some good Samaritans to push it off the road into an empty parking lot. I...

Feb 4, 2023 Engine

On Thanksgiving day, the vehicle loss POWER while driving on the highway to Anniston Alabama, endangering the lives of myself and my four children. NO WARNING LIGHTS. I was giving it gas and it would not go. I was able to get some good Samaritans to push it off the road into an empty parking lot. I...

Feb 3, 2023 Structure

Rear passenger door handle came apart. Handle clicked in place, but came apart each time attempted door opening. Auto shop replaced door handle assembly. Door was unusable. No warning other than handle falling off

Feb 3, 2023 Structure

Rear passenger door handle came apart. Handle clicked in place, but came apart each time attempted door opening. Auto shop replaced door handle assembly. Door was unusable. No warning other than handle falling off

Jan 30, 2023 Engine 157,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a fuel odor throughout the vehicle. The check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over ...

Jan 30, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline 157,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a fuel odor throughout the vehicle. The check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over ...

Jan 30, 2023 Structure

2015 Kia Sorento with Snow White Pearl Paint is just peeling off of car in various areas. This is a manufacturer defect and should be repainted by Kia or reimbursed for a repaint. Several other complaints regarding this same paint color. I have filed a couple complaints to Kia who states that its...

Jan 30, 2023 Engine 157,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a fuel odor throughout the vehicle. The check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over ...

Jan 30, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline 157,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a fuel odor throughout the vehicle. The check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over ...

Jan 30, 2023 Structure

2015 Kia Sorento with Snow White Pearl Paint is just peeling off of car in various areas. This is a manufacturer defect and should be repainted by Kia or reimbursed for a repaint. Several other complaints regarding this same paint color. I have filed a couple complaints to Kia who states that its...

Jan 27, 2023 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (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...

Jan 27, 2023 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (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...

Jan 23, 2023 Exterior Lighting 77,553 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at night at various speeds, the headlights were very dim. The contact stated that the viewing distance was short. The contact used the high-beam headlights to see the road clearly. There were no warning lights illuminated. Th...

Jan 23, 2023 Exterior Lighting 77,553 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at night at various speeds, the headlights were very dim. The contact stated that the viewing distance was short. The contact used the high-beam headlights to see the road clearly. There were no warning lights illuminated. Th...

Jan 18, 2023 Structure

Paint is peeling.

Jan 18, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Paint is peeling.

Jan 18, 2023 Air Bags

I have the airbag and check engine light on and the code SC212

Jan 18, 2023 Structure

Paint is peeling.

Jan 18, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Paint is peeling.

Jan 18, 2023 Air Bags

I have the airbag and check engine light on and the code SC212

Jan 16, 2023 Air Bags

2015 Kia Sorento - Airbag light came on. Mechanic diagnosed as a faulty clock spring assembly. Checked Carfax for recalls and nothing came up with his error code, however, there IS a recall for 2011-2015 Sorento Airbag Clock Spring Assembly. The same repair, but not coming up for my VIN #. Cost ...

Jan 16, 2023 Air Bags

2015 Kia Sorento - Airbag light came on. Mechanic diagnosed as a faulty clock spring assembly. Checked Carfax for recalls and nothing came up with his error code, however, there IS a recall for 2011-2015 Sorento Airbag Clock Spring Assembly. The same repair, but not coming up for my VIN #. Cost ...

Dec 27, 2022 Engine 116,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contacted stated while driving 50 MPH, the accelerator pedal failed to function as needed and the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. Add...

Dec 27, 2022 Engine 116,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contacted stated while driving 50 MPH, the accelerator pedal failed to function as needed and the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. Add...

Dec 23, 2022 Electrical System

Lights are very dim, had to put in a brighter lightbulb. All of the sudden today the radio FM/AM Satellite and blue tooth stopped working. 12/22/22 - Driving home the lights stopped working and I was driving in the dark with no lights.

Dec 23, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Lights are very dim, had to put in a brighter lightbulb. All of the sudden today the radio FM/AM Satellite and blue tooth stopped working. 12/22/22 - Driving home the lights stopped working and I was driving in the dark with no lights.

Dec 23, 2022 Electrical System

Lights are very dim, had to put in a brighter lightbulb. All of the sudden today the radio FM/AM Satellite and blue tooth stopped working. 12/22/22 - Driving home the lights stopped working and I was driving in the dark with no lights.

Dec 23, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Lights are very dim, had to put in a brighter lightbulb. All of the sudden today the radio FM/AM Satellite and blue tooth stopped working. 12/22/22 - Driving home the lights stopped working and I was driving in the dark with no lights.

Dec 15, 2022 Engine 106,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was confirmed that the engine had failed. The engine was replaced with an OEM engine. On another occasion, the ch...

Dec 15, 2022 Engine 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, with the electric power steering (EPS) warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced....

Dec 15, 2022 Engine 106,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was confirmed that the engine had failed. The engine was replaced with an OEM engine. On another occasion, the ch...

Dec 15, 2022 Engine 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, with the electric power steering (EPS) warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced....

Nov 23, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The low beam headlights are VERY dim when driving at night. Very hard to see unless high beams are activated. Even replaced bulbs with LED's. Helped some, but not much.

Nov 23, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The low beam headlights are VERY dim when driving at night. Very hard to see unless high beams are activated. Even replaced bulbs with LED's. Helped some, but not much.

Nov 21, 2022 Structure Crash

My friend was driving my car this am and an unknown driver ran the stop sign on a side street off from Stuyvesant and hit my vehicle my friend proceeded to get out my vehicle to exchange ins with the other driver as she declined my friend tried contacting me numberous times by FaceTime and phone whe...

Nov 21, 2022 Unknown Or Other Crash

My friend was driving my car this am and an unknown driver ran the stop sign on a side street off from Stuyvesant and hit my vehicle my friend proceeded to get out my vehicle to exchange ins with the other driver as she declined my friend tried contacting me numberous times by FaceTime and phone whe...

Nov 21, 2022 Structure Crash

My friend was driving my car this am and an unknown driver ran the stop sign on a side street off from Stuyvesant and hit my vehicle my friend proceeded to get out my vehicle to exchange ins with the other driver as she declined my friend tried contacting me numberous times by FaceTime and phone whe...

Nov 21, 2022 Unknown Or Other Crash

My friend was driving my car this am and an unknown driver ran the stop sign on a side street off from Stuyvesant and hit my vehicle my friend proceeded to get out my vehicle to exchange ins with the other driver as she declined my friend tried contacting me numberous times by FaceTime and phone whe...

Oct 20, 2022 Power Train 84,209 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while trying to shift the vehicle out of the park(P), the vehicle failed to shift as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the mechanic stated that an unknown lamp switch needed to be replace...

Oct 20, 2022 Power Train 84,209 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while trying to shift the vehicle out of the park(P), the vehicle failed to shift as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the mechanic stated that an unknown lamp switch needed to be replace...

Oct 19, 2022 Engine

My 2015 Kia Sorento has had issues on and off for years and I have poured so much money into it. I have taken it to the mechanic so many times. It has had the check engine light on for awhile and the mechanic suggested it may just be faulty. He checked it constantly. On Monday my fiancé was taking ...

Oct 19, 2022 Engine

My 2015 Kia Sorento has had issues on and off for years and I have poured so much money into it. I have taken it to the mechanic so many times. It has had the check engine light on for awhile and the mechanic suggested it may just be faulty. He checked it constantly. On Monday my fiancé was taking ...

Oct 7, 2022 Structure

The Kia has been having paint that just comes off around the windshield at the top and now on the hood. I’ve seen several other Kia’s (white) having the same issues. Why won’t Kia stand behind this issues? I know this is not owners fault. Something is wrong with the paint on these white 2015 s...

Oct 7, 2022 Structure

The Kia has been having paint that just comes off around the windshield at the top and now on the hood. I’ve seen several other Kia’s (white) having the same issues. Why won’t Kia stand behind this issues? I know this is not owners fault. Something is wrong with the paint on these white 2015 s...

Sep 30, 2022 Structure

My Kia is pearl white and the paint is peeling off. I've taken it to a body shop and they said it is a factory prep issue and the paint will continue to peel. And it won't be long before the windshield starts leaking. Upon doing research, I've seen many complaints about the problem I am having. ...

Sep 30, 2022 Structure

My Kia is pearl white and the paint is peeling off. I've taken it to a body shop and they said it is a factory prep issue and the paint will continue to peel. And it won't be long before the windshield starts leaking. Upon doing research, I've seen many complaints about the problem I am having. ...

Sep 28, 2022 Engine

Two things- 1) Headlights replaced in March and dim again, cannot see 50’ in front of the car. 2) Driving on interstate the car sputtered and skipped and missed beats, would not go 55 mph. I left the interstate because it was night and cats were flying up on me. I was 140 miles from home and had t...

Sep 28, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Two things- 1) Headlights replaced in March and dim again, cannot see 50’ in front of the car. 2) Driving on interstate the car sputtered and skipped and missed beats, would not go 55 mph. I left the interstate because it was night and cats were flying up on me. I was 140 miles from home and had t...

Sep 28, 2022 Engine

Two things- 1) Headlights replaced in March and dim again, cannot see 50’ in front of the car. 2) Driving on interstate the car sputtered and skipped and missed beats, would not go 55 mph. I left the interstate because it was night and cats were flying up on me. I was 140 miles from home and had t...

Sep 28, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Two things- 1) Headlights replaced in March and dim again, cannot see 50’ in front of the car. 2) Driving on interstate the car sputtered and skipped and missed beats, would not go 55 mph. I left the interstate because it was night and cats were flying up on me. I was 140 miles from home and had t...

Sep 27, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My 2015 Kia Sorento began peeling paint on the roof top and side window panels and is continually getting worse. When communicating with my dealership, they stated it was out of warranty and to contact a local body-shop. I believe this is a Latent Defect, and should not be treated under the standar...

Sep 27, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My 2015 Kia Sorento began peeling paint on the roof top and side window panels and is continually getting worse. When communicating with my dealership, they stated it was out of warranty and to contact a local body-shop. I believe this is a Latent Defect, and should not be treated under the standar...

Sep 26, 2022 Structure

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the paint was peeling off from the vehicle's roof frame, causing it to rust. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the paint was defective and it was a known failure. The dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer. Th...

Sep 26, 2022 Structure

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the paint was peeling off from the vehicle's roof frame, causing it to rust. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the paint was defective and it was a known failure. The dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer. Th...

Sep 21, 2022 Engine 107,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while her husband was driving 40 MPH, the engine started sputtering and failed to accelerate upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel during the failure. The contact's husband ...

Sep 21, 2022 Engine 107,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while her husband was driving 40 MPH, the engine started sputtering and failed to accelerate upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel during the failure. The contact's husband ...

Sep 20, 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle overheated with the temperature gauge indicating that the engine was hot. The contact also stated that smoke was coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with...

Sep 20, 2022 Engine 125,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle overheated with the temperature gauge indicating that the engine was hot. The contact also stated that smoke was coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with...

Sep 20, 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle overheated with the temperature gauge indicating that the engine was hot. The contact also stated that smoke was coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with...

Sep 20, 2022 Engine 125,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle overheated with the temperature gauge indicating that the engine was hot. The contact also stated that smoke was coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with...

Sep 8, 2022 Engine 173,023 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made knocking sounds and a burning odor was detected. The contact pulled over before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who advised her to tow the vehicl...

Sep 8, 2022 Engine 173,023 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made knocking sounds and a burning odor was detected. The contact pulled over before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who advised her to tow the vehicl...

Sep 5, 2022 Visibility/wiper

Low beam headlights are so dim, Si don't allow my wife to drive at night. Had dealer look at them and change bulbs with a small improvement, but after a while they have gotten so dim that even I don't like driving at night.

Sep 5, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Low beam headlights are so dim, Si don't allow my wife to drive at night. Had dealer look at them and change bulbs with a small improvement, but after a while they have gotten so dim that even I don't like driving at night.

Sep 5, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My 2015 KIA Sorento at around 90,000 miles started getting areas where the paint is bubbling. At 98,975 miles after a hard rain (no hail) a large spot of paint peeled off on the passenger side pillar around window. It is also starting on hood and above windshield. The color of my is Snow White Pear...

Sep 5, 2022 Structure

My 2015 KIA Sorento at around 90,000 miles started getting areas where the paint is bubbling. At 98,975 miles after a hard rain (no hail) a large spot of paint peeled off on the passenger side pillar around window. It is also starting on hood and above windshield. The color of my is Snow White Pear...

Sep 5, 2022 Visibility/wiper

Low beam headlights are so dim, Si don't allow my wife to drive at night. Had dealer look at them and change bulbs with a small improvement, but after a while they have gotten so dim that even I don't like driving at night.

Sep 5, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Low beam headlights are so dim, Si don't allow my wife to drive at night. Had dealer look at them and change bulbs with a small improvement, but after a while they have gotten so dim that even I don't like driving at night.

Sep 5, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My 2015 KIA Sorento at around 90,000 miles started getting areas where the paint is bubbling. At 98,975 miles after a hard rain (no hail) a large spot of paint peeled off on the passenger side pillar around window. It is also starting on hood and above windshield. The color of my is Snow White Pear...

Sep 5, 2022 Structure

My 2015 KIA Sorento at around 90,000 miles started getting areas where the paint is bubbling. At 98,975 miles after a hard rain (no hail) a large spot of paint peeled off on the passenger side pillar around window. It is also starting on hood and above windshield. The color of my is Snow White Pear...

Sep 3, 2022 Structure

Snow white pearl paint has peeled after a rain storm. No evidence of issues before hand. Several other complaints on this paint color doing the exact same thing. Paint should not peel off after rain.

Sep 3, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The paint is peeling off of my car all the way to the metal in multiple places. Causing rusting.

Sep 3, 2022 Structure

Snow white pearl paint has peeled after a rain storm. No evidence of issues before hand. Several other complaints on this paint color doing the exact same thing. Paint should not peel off after rain.

Sep 3, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The paint is peeling off of my car all the way to the metal in multiple places. Causing rusting.

Sep 1, 2022 Exterior Lighting Crash

SC197 completed 11/06/2020, SC212 completed 07/272021. recently found brake fluid leak results on my garage floor several times, but not after each use of vehicle? Also having to replace brake light bulbs often ,because apparently one will fail and all remaining stay on as if one was riding the brak...

Sep 1, 2022 Engine Crash

SC197 completed 11/06/2020, SC212 completed 07/272021. recently found brake fluid leak results on my garage floor several times, but not after each use of vehicle? Also having to replace brake light bulbs often ,because apparently one will fail and all remaining stay on as if one was riding the brak...

Sep 1, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The paint is chipping off my 2015 Kia Sorrento. It’s especially bad right above my windshield but it’s chipping in a couple other areas and progressing quickly. It only has 90,000 miles on it. This should not be happening.

Sep 1, 2022 Exterior Lighting Crash

SC197 completed 11/06/2020, SC212 completed 07/272021. recently found brake fluid leak results on my garage floor several times, but not after each use of vehicle? Also having to replace brake light bulbs often ,because apparently one will fail and all remaining stay on as if one was riding the brak...

Sep 1, 2022 Engine Crash

SC197 completed 11/06/2020, SC212 completed 07/272021. recently found brake fluid leak results on my garage floor several times, but not after each use of vehicle? Also having to replace brake light bulbs often ,because apparently one will fail and all remaining stay on as if one was riding the brak...

Sep 1, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The paint is chipping off my 2015 Kia Sorrento. It’s especially bad right above my windshield but it’s chipping in a couple other areas and progressing quickly. It only has 90,000 miles on it. This should not be happening.

Aug 30, 2022 Engine Fire

Engine caught fire while driving out of state with family on highway. Recall notice said to repair only if ABS light turns on. Light never appeared. Kia refusing to repair/replace engine.

Aug 30, 2022 Structure

The paint (white pearl) is bubbling and peeling. I currently have several rust spots that appeared where the paint peeled. I have researched this issue online and found that it is a common occurrence with this particular paint color on Kia cars for this time frame. Also, the Kia dealership that I ...

Aug 30, 2022 Engine Fire

Engine caught fire while driving out of state with family on highway. Recall notice said to repair only if ABS light turns on. Light never appeared. Kia refusing to repair/replace engine.

Aug 30, 2022 Structure

The paint (white pearl) is bubbling and peeling. I currently have several rust spots that appeared where the paint peeled. I have researched this issue online and found that it is a common occurrence with this particular paint color on Kia cars for this time frame. Also, the Kia dealership that I ...

Aug 29, 2022 Structure

2015 Kia Sorento Pearl White There is delamination and numerous areas that the paint is peeling, and have continued to get steadily get worse. Areas so far affected: Hood, Side Mirrors, Door Posts and fenders. There are are other owners that have reported similar issues. My vehicle is a available...

Aug 29, 2022 Structure

2015 Kia Sorento Pearl White There is delamination and numerous areas that the paint is peeling, and have continued to get steadily get worse. Areas so far affected: Hood, Side Mirrors, Door Posts and fenders. There are are other owners that have reported similar issues. My vehicle is a available...

Aug 28, 2022 Structure

Paint chipping of pearl white paint. Paint is bubbling, confirming that she isn’t just getting hit with foreign objects. Metal underneath is beginning to turn a rust color.

Aug 28, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint chipping of pearl white paint. Paint is bubbling, confirming that she isn’t just getting hit with foreign objects. Metal underneath is beginning to turn a rust color.

Aug 28, 2022 Structure

Paint chipping of pearl white paint. Paint is bubbling, confirming that she isn’t just getting hit with foreign objects. Metal underneath is beginning to turn a rust color.

Aug 28, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint chipping of pearl white paint. Paint is bubbling, confirming that she isn’t just getting hit with foreign objects. Metal underneath is beginning to turn a rust color.

Aug 26, 2022 Structure

2015 Kia Sorento with Snow White Paint has large areas of paint rapidly pealing off. In various spots the paint is pealing off in large chunks and has had no prior damage to the area. After going to multiple body shops I was informed that this is a common problem with this color and model year of th...

Aug 26, 2022 Structure

2015 Kia Sorento with Snow White Paint has large areas of paint rapidly pealing off. In various spots the paint is pealing off in large chunks and has had no prior damage to the area. After going to multiple body shops I was informed that this is a common problem with this color and model year of th...

Aug 22, 2022 Engine

2105 KIA SORENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NUMEROUS SAFETY RECALLS FOR THIS VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER DECLINED TO HONOR THE RECALL. THE DEALER CHARGED THE CONSUMER A FEE FOR THE REPAIRS. *JS

Aug 22, 2022 Engine

I was driving when the car did a complete stop and the tires was smoking

Aug 22, 2022 Engine

2105 KIA SORENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NUMEROUS SAFETY RECALLS FOR THIS VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER DECLINED TO HONOR THE RECALL. THE DEALER CHARGED THE CONSUMER A FEE FOR THE REPAIRS. *JS

Aug 22, 2022 Engine

I was driving when the car did a complete stop and the tires was smoking

Aug 19, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The vehicle is leaking water inside the car cabin. The front passenger and driver side are soaked with water. If the air conditioner comes on, it sounds like I’m boiling water. It also fogs the windows from the inside.

Aug 19, 2022 Visibility/wiper

The vehicle is leaking water inside the car cabin. The front passenger and driver side are soaked with water. If the air conditioner comes on, it sounds like I’m boiling water. It also fogs the windows from the inside.

Aug 19, 2022 Engine

The vehicle is leaking water inside the car cabin. The front passenger and driver side are soaked with water. If the air conditioner comes on, it sounds like I’m boiling water. It also fogs the windows from the inside.

Aug 19, 2022 Air Bags

Airbag lights remain on regardless of what’s in the passenger seat. Engine smells like burning metal when driven longer than 15minutes. Ticking noises when the steering wheel is turned. Acceleration issues Vehicle lags when initially starting after being off for hours. Mechanics have looked a...

Aug 19, 2022 Visibility/wiper

Airbag lights remain on regardless of what’s in the passenger seat. Engine smells like burning metal when driven longer than 15minutes. Ticking noises when the steering wheel is turned. Acceleration issues Vehicle lags when initially starting after being off for hours. Mechanics have looked a...

Aug 19, 2022 Power Train

Airbag lights remain on regardless of what’s in the passenger seat. Engine smells like burning metal when driven longer than 15minutes. Ticking noises when the steering wheel is turned. Acceleration issues Vehicle lags when initially starting after being off for hours. Mechanics have looked a...

Aug 19, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The vehicle is leaking water inside the car cabin. The front passenger and driver side are soaked with water. If the air conditioner comes on, it sounds like I’m boiling water. It also fogs the windows from the inside.

Aug 19, 2022 Visibility/wiper

The vehicle is leaking water inside the car cabin. The front passenger and driver side are soaked with water. If the air conditioner comes on, it sounds like I’m boiling water. It also fogs the windows from the inside.

Aug 19, 2022 Engine

The vehicle is leaking water inside the car cabin. The front passenger and driver side are soaked with water. If the air conditioner comes on, it sounds like I’m boiling water. It also fogs the windows from the inside.

Aug 19, 2022 Air Bags

Airbag lights remain on regardless of what’s in the passenger seat. Engine smells like burning metal when driven longer than 15minutes. Ticking noises when the steering wheel is turned. Acceleration issues Vehicle lags when initially starting after being off for hours. Mechanics have looked a...

Aug 19, 2022 Visibility/wiper

Airbag lights remain on regardless of what’s in the passenger seat. Engine smells like burning metal when driven longer than 15minutes. Ticking noises when the steering wheel is turned. Acceleration issues Vehicle lags when initially starting after being off for hours. Mechanics have looked a...

Aug 19, 2022 Power Train

Airbag lights remain on regardless of what’s in the passenger seat. Engine smells like burning metal when driven longer than 15minutes. Ticking noises when the steering wheel is turned. Acceleration issues Vehicle lags when initially starting after being off for hours. Mechanics have looked a...

Aug 16, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint on hood peeling. Warranty cover paint on roof recall. Car was painted at the same time why is the hood not covered?

Aug 16, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint on hood peeling. Warranty cover paint on roof recall. Car was painted at the same time why is the hood not covered?

Aug 14, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint is delaminating on hood and roof of vehicle due to defective paint. https://www.facebook.com/DefectiveKiaPaint

Aug 14, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint is delaminating on hood and roof of vehicle due to defective paint. https://www.facebook.com/DefectiveKiaPaint

Aug 12, 2022 Structure

Paint is peeling off the frame on passenger side and on the window frame on top

Aug 12, 2022 Structure

Paint is peeling off the frame on passenger side and on the window frame on top

Aug 11, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Kia’s ignition on older models is insufficient with standards. They are refusing to do anything about the fact that there is not an immobilizer on the ignition and the vehicle can be stolen with a USB. A recall needs to be made so that they are required to install a fix for those that own Kia mode...

Aug 11, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Kia’s ignition on older models is insufficient with standards. They are refusing to do anything about the fact that there is not an immobilizer on the ignition and the vehicle can be stolen with a USB. A recall needs to be made so that they are required to install a fix for those that own Kia mode...

Aug 6, 2022 Air Bags

Air bag light stays on now…

Aug 6, 2022 Air Bags

Air bag light stays on now…

Aug 1, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

The vehicle has stalled 3 separate times in the rain.

Aug 1, 2022 Engine

The vehicle has stalled 3 separate times in the rain.

Aug 1, 2022 Vehicle Speed Control

The vehicle has stalled 3 separate times in the rain.

Aug 1, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

The vehicle has stalled 3 separate times in the rain.

Aug 1, 2022 Engine

The vehicle has stalled 3 separate times in the rain.

Aug 1, 2022 Vehicle Speed Control

The vehicle has stalled 3 separate times in the rain.

Jul 24, 2022 Engine

The engine on my well-maintained 2015 Kia Sorento went into limp mode a few weeks ago in the desert of SW Utah. I was fortunately near a small town with a gas station, where I limped in and checked the oil. I had recently been in for routine oil change so I was surprised to find it was completely ou...

Jul 24, 2022 Engine

The engine on my well-maintained 2015 Kia Sorento went into limp mode a few weeks ago in the desert of SW Utah. I was fortunately near a small town with a gas station, where I limped in and checked the oil. I had recently been in for routine oil change so I was surprised to find it was completely ou...

Jul 20, 2022 Structure

Delamination of SWP paint. Paint all over the front of the vehicle is peeling off.

Jul 20, 2022 Structure

Delamination of SWP paint. Paint all over the front of the vehicle is peeling off.

Jul 14, 2022 Engine

2015 Kia Sorento w/ 69k miles- All routine maintenance records. Engine started acting sluggish & making a loud knocking with no indication light displayed on dashboard. Thankfully was not on major highway or outcome would have be dangerous. Took it in to independent mechanics was told needs new eng...

Jul 14, 2022 Engine

2015 Kia Sorento w/ 69k miles- All routine maintenance records. Engine started acting sluggish & making a loud knocking with no indication light displayed on dashboard. Thankfully was not on major highway or outcome would have be dangerous. Took it in to independent mechanics was told needs new eng...

Jul 12, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My 2015 Kia Sorento LX is peeling paint on the passenger side pillar after a hard rain. I have found many other complaints about the same thing from other Kia Sorento owners after some looking. There should be no reason for the paint to be peeling like this and needs to be repaired before rust begin...

Jul 12, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My 2015 Kia Sorento LX is peeling paint on the passenger side pillar after a hard rain. I have found many other complaints about the same thing from other Kia Sorento owners after some looking. There should be no reason for the paint to be peeling like this and needs to be repaired before rust begin...

Jul 9, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

SUV started making a strange noise and the rear started dragging before 70K miles. Needed a new axle and a rear differential. Total cost was $3800.00 and not covered under warranty. The rear differential oil wasn't even due to be changed yet.

Jul 9, 2022 Suspension

SUV started making a strange noise and the rear started dragging before 70K miles. Needed a new axle and a rear differential. Total cost was $3800.00 and not covered under warranty. The rear differential oil wasn't even due to be changed yet.

Jul 9, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

SUV started making a strange noise and the rear started dragging before 70K miles. Needed a new axle and a rear differential. Total cost was $3800.00 and not covered under warranty. The rear differential oil wasn't even due to be changed yet.

Jul 9, 2022 Suspension

SUV started making a strange noise and the rear started dragging before 70K miles. Needed a new axle and a rear differential. Total cost was $3800.00 and not covered under warranty. The rear differential oil wasn't even due to be changed yet.

Jun 19, 2022 Air Bags

My car first off is a LEMON Kia has dragged me along from the beginning. My engine was replaced due to a smoke fire no flames they have yet to take blame for it and had my car for a month in the shop and wouldn't tell me anything they still don't admit it was a car fire but I know it was I had witne...

Jun 19, 2022 Engine

My car first off is a LEMON Kia has dragged me along from the beginning. My engine was replaced due to a smoke fire no flames they have yet to take blame for it and had my car for a month in the shop and wouldn't tell me anything they still don't admit it was a car fire but I know it was I had witne...

Jun 19, 2022 Electrical System

My car first off is a LEMON Kia has dragged me along from the beginning. My engine was replaced due to a smoke fire no flames they have yet to take blame for it and had my car for a month in the shop and wouldn't tell me anything they still don't admit it was a car fire but I know it was I had witne...

Jun 19, 2022 Air Bags

My car first off is a LEMON Kia has dragged me along from the beginning. My engine was replaced due to a smoke fire no flames they have yet to take blame for it and had my car for a month in the shop and wouldn't tell me anything they still don't admit it was a car fire but I know it was I had witne...

Jun 19, 2022 Engine

My car first off is a LEMON Kia has dragged me along from the beginning. My engine was replaced due to a smoke fire no flames they have yet to take blame for it and had my car for a month in the shop and wouldn't tell me anything they still don't admit it was a car fire but I know it was I had witne...

Jun 19, 2022 Electrical System

My car first off is a LEMON Kia has dragged me along from the beginning. My engine was replaced due to a smoke fire no flames they have yet to take blame for it and had my car for a month in the shop and wouldn't tell me anything they still don't admit it was a car fire but I know it was I had witne...

Jun 16, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Snow White Pearl Paint has started peeling from roof by windshield and on driver door pilar causing rust spots.

Jun 16, 2022 Engine And Engine Cooling 186,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal however, the vehicle failed to respond; instead, the vehicle gradually lost forward momentum and decelerated. The contact pulled off the highwa...

Jun 16, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Snow White Pearl Paint has started peeling from roof by windshield and on driver door pilar causing rust spots.

Jun 16, 2022 Engine And Engine Cooling 186,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal however, the vehicle failed to respond; instead, the vehicle gradually lost forward momentum and decelerated. The contact pulled off the highwa...

Jun 9, 2022 Engine

This car goes into "limp mode" with no warning. You will be driving along and all of a sudden, you lose power. So, you can go from 55mph down to 28mph with no warning that this is going to happen. It just does. The engine in this vehicle was junk when it came off of the line, due to sub par metal u...

Jun 9, 2022 Engine

This car goes into "limp mode" with no warning. You will be driving along and all of a sudden, you lose power. So, you can go from 55mph down to 28mph with no warning that this is going to happen. It just does. The engine in this vehicle was junk when it came off of the line, due to sub par metal u...

May 31, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint peeling following stone hit approximately January 2022

May 31, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint peeling following stone hit approximately January 2022

May 27, 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The abs brake system malfunctioning. The vehicle component was inspected by the manufacture. Because light came on. They first said it was the brakes; so, we had the brakes repaired in February. In April the ABS light came back on again. This time the emergency brake light came on too. The KIA ma...

May 27, 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle overheated and the wheels were shaking. The vehicle also experienced brake failure. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with engine failure. T...

May 27, 2022 Engine 70,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle overheated and the wheels were shaking. The vehicle also experienced brake failure. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with engine failure. T...

May 27, 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The abs brake system malfunctioning. The vehicle component was inspected by the manufacture. Because light came on. They first said it was the brakes; so, we had the brakes repaired in February. In April the ABS light came back on again. This time the emergency brake light came on too. The KIA ma...

May 27, 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle overheated and the wheels were shaking. The vehicle also experienced brake failure. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with engine failure. T...

May 27, 2022 Engine 70,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle overheated and the wheels were shaking. The vehicle also experienced brake failure. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with engine failure. T...

May 21, 2022 Exterior Lighting

My vehicle's headlights are dim and do not light the roadway properly, even when they are turned to the bright setting. I am unable to drive it at night or during rainy weather. I have paid hundreds of dollars for replacement bulbs, trying to get the lights adjusted, and for refurbishing the covers....

May 21, 2022 Exterior Lighting

My vehicle's headlights are dim and do not light the roadway properly, even when they are turned to the bright setting. I am unable to drive it at night or during rainy weather. I have paid hundreds of dollars for replacement bulbs, trying to get the lights adjusted, and for refurbishing the covers....

May 16, 2022 Engine

As I was driving 85mph, I received a kick back on the vehicle and couldn't drive more than 60mph. Took it to the nearst KIA dealership and their service technician stated I was out of oil. I was due for an oil change but was only over 200 mile at most from my previous oil change 5,000 miles ago. ...

May 16, 2022 Engine

As I was driving 85mph, I received a kick back on the vehicle and couldn't drive more than 60mph. Took it to the nearst KIA dealership and their service technician stated I was out of oil. I was due for an oil change but was only over 200 mile at most from my previous oil change 5,000 miles ago. ...

May 13, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The lowbeam headlights are extremely dim. The high beams are just fine, but the low beams are so dim that it's dangerous driving anywhere at night without the high beams on. I have replaced the bulbs, and a voltage test right before the headlight assembly show significantly less than the 12V standar...

May 13, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The lowbeam headlights are extremely dim. The high beams are just fine, but the low beams are so dim that it's dangerous driving anywhere at night without the high beams on. I have replaced the bulbs, and a voltage test right before the headlight assembly show significantly less than the 12V standar...

May 6, 2022 Engine

I was driving and engine started to loose power and knocking. Pulled over and discovered that no oil was in the engine. Oil has always been changed every 4000 miles. No oil meter warning displayed on the dashboard.

May 6, 2022 Engine

I was driving and engine started to loose power and knocking. Pulled over and discovered that no oil was in the engine. Oil has always been changed every 4000 miles. No oil meter warning displayed on the dashboard.

May 5, 2022 Engine 127,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 51 MPH, the vehicle experienced a rod bearing failure. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic ...

May 5, 2022 Engine 127,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 51 MPH, the vehicle experienced a rod bearing failure. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic ...

May 4, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The low beam headights are extremely dim. The outer headlight cover is not degraded. It appears to be the inner light cover that is fogged over (just for the low beam light). The lights are aimed appropriately, but you can barely see the road and obstacles at night. It is even worse when raining. Th...

May 4, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The low beam headights are extremely dim. The outer headlight cover is not degraded. It appears to be the inner light cover that is fogged over (just for the low beam light). The lights are aimed appropriately, but you can barely see the road and obstacles at night. It is even worse when raining. Th...

May 2, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The headlights do not illuminate down the road. Visibility at night is greatly impaired. Taken to dealers twice. First dealer in NM said it was just the way they were. Second dealer in Texas did realign the lights. Better but still very poor. I have installed the brightest bulbs allowed by law,

May 2, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The headlights do not illuminate down the road. Visibility at night is greatly impaired. Taken to dealers twice. First dealer in NM said it was just the way they were. Second dealer in Texas did realign the lights. Better but still very poor. I have installed the brightest bulbs allowed by law,

May 1, 2022 Structure

Paint chipping on hood and on roof above windshield in huge flakes. Down to primer and possibly starting to rust.

May 1, 2022 Structure

Large amounts of paint falling off of vehicle.

May 1, 2022 Structure

Paint chipping on hood and on roof above windshield in huge flakes. Down to primer and possibly starting to rust.

May 1, 2022 Structure

Large amounts of paint falling off of vehicle.

Apr 26, 2022 Engine

10/2021 Drove to store (about 20 minutes). Shopped for about 1 hour. Started to leave parking area and enter ramp to highway when the engine stopped. Everything went off. No warning. No check engine light, no maintenance light, nothing. I was able to steer back into the parking area. Put car in park...

Apr 26, 2022 Unknown Or Other

10/2021 Drove to store (about 20 minutes). Shopped for about 1 hour. Started to leave parking area and enter ramp to highway when the engine stopped. Everything went off. No warning. No check engine light, no maintenance light, nothing. I was able to steer back into the parking area. Put car in park...

Apr 26, 2022 Engine

10/2021 Drove to store (about 20 minutes). Shopped for about 1 hour. Started to leave parking area and enter ramp to highway when the engine stopped. Everything went off. No warning. No check engine light, no maintenance light, nothing. I was able to steer back into the parking area. Put car in park...

Apr 26, 2022 Unknown Or Other

10/2021 Drove to store (about 20 minutes). Shopped for about 1 hour. Started to leave parking area and enter ramp to highway when the engine stopped. Everything went off. No warning. No check engine light, no maintenance light, nothing. I was able to steer back into the parking area. Put car in park...

Apr 24, 2022 Engine

I was driving down the highway going about 75-80 MPH, and my car started acting funny. No lights came on or smoking or anything to indicate something was wrong other then it acting funny. Pulled off the highway and my car died, had it towed (after waiting for awhile) got it towed to a AAA service ce...

Apr 24, 2022 Engine

I was driving down the highway going about 75-80 MPH, and my car started acting funny. No lights came on or smoking or anything to indicate something was wrong other then it acting funny. Pulled off the highway and my car died, had it towed (after waiting for awhile) got it towed to a AAA service ce...

Apr 23, 2022 Structure

Paint is delaminating

Apr 23, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint is delaminating

Apr 23, 2022 Structure

Paint is delaminating

Apr 23, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Paint is delaminating

Apr 18, 2022 Engine

Kia dealer confirmed that the engine is seized, like a bearing. Has been approved for engine replacement under warranty and previous class action settlements through Kia. We were traveling down the highway at 80MPH in the process of passing another vehicle when the engine suddenly seized. No warning...

Apr 18, 2022 Engine

Kia dealer confirmed that the engine is seized, like a bearing. Has been approved for engine replacement under warranty and previous class action settlements through Kia. We were traveling down the highway at 80MPH in the process of passing another vehicle when the engine suddenly seized. No warning...

Apr 15, 2022 Structure

I have the white paint and abt 2 months ago it started chopping off in large chunks.

Apr 15, 2022 Structure

I have the white paint and abt 2 months ago it started chopping off in large chunks.

Apr 14, 2022 Vehicle Speed Control

Compotent : Throttle position Sensor Risk\ High level to vehicle occupants Highest to pedestrians Unfortunately, after inspection was TOTALED inforrned us of an investigation currently ,by NHTSA regarding throttle components. The insurance adjuster was a forrner mechanic. there wear warning l...

Apr 14, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

Compotent : Throttle position Sensor Risk\ High level to vehicle occupants Highest to pedestrians Unfortunately, after inspection was TOTALED inforrned us of an investigation currently ,by NHTSA regarding throttle components. The insurance adjuster was a forrner mechanic. there wear warning l...

Apr 14, 2022 Vehicle Speed Control

Compotent : Throttle position Sensor Risk\ High level to vehicle occupants Highest to pedestrians Unfortunately, after inspection was TOTALED inforrned us of an investigation currently ,by NHTSA regarding throttle components. The insurance adjuster was a forrner mechanic. there wear warning l...

Apr 14, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

Compotent : Throttle position Sensor Risk\ High level to vehicle occupants Highest to pedestrians Unfortunately, after inspection was TOTALED inforrned us of an investigation currently ,by NHTSA regarding throttle components. The insurance adjuster was a forrner mechanic. there wear warning l...

Apr 7, 2022 Steering

Every time I'm driving at speeds over 25mph and place on my breaks to start slowing down I hear and feel a rattling noice in the middle of my steering wheel where my horn is it feels like what ever it is is going to rattle off it scares me cause if whatever it is comes off will I be able to steer st...

Apr 7, 2022 Steering

Every time I'm driving at speeds over 25mph and place on my breaks to start slowing down I hear and feel a rattling noice in the middle of my steering wheel where my horn is it feels like what ever it is is going to rattle off it scares me cause if whatever it is comes off will I be able to steer st...

Apr 4, 2022 Engine

This product continually needs oil. The engine smells all the time as though it may be burning. I have spent hundreds of dollars on oil. It is not able to have consistent oil changes due to there often times being no oil in the veh to change. The low oil indicator never shows. Also, The brake light...

Apr 4, 2022 Engine

This product continually needs oil. The engine smells all the time as though it may be burning. I have spent hundreds of dollars on oil. It is not able to have consistent oil changes due to there often times being no oil in the veh to change. The low oil indicator never shows. Also, The brake light...

Mar 24, 2022 Engine

On March 11, 2022 I was driving my 2015 Kia Sorento when the engine died. I was driving on a major road when all of a sudden my brakes locked up and all the warning lights and sounds went on and my car stopped. If it would have happened on the highway I could have been seriously injured. The prob...

Mar 24, 2022 Engine

On March 11, 2022 I was driving my 2015 Kia Sorento when the engine died. I was driving on a major road when all of a sudden my brakes locked up and all the warning lights and sounds went on and my car stopped. If it would have happened on the highway I could have been seriously injured. The prob...

Mar 19, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Low bean headights are extremely dim. Can barely see road and obstacles at night and very difficult to see in rain. High beam headlights function normally. Low beam lights are significantly dimmer than when new. Headlamps are not fogged over. Have not been to dealer yet. Ther are no warning l...

Mar 19, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Low bean headights are extremely dim. Can barely see road and obstacles at night and very difficult to see in rain. High beam headlights function normally. Low beam lights are significantly dimmer than when new. Headlamps are not fogged over. Have not been to dealer yet. Ther are no warning l...

Mar 17, 2022 Engine

CAR WAS SOUNDING FUNNY. HAD RECENTLY DID OIL CHANGE ABOUT A WEEK AGO. I TOOK CAR TO KIA AND THEY SAID I HAD RECALLS THAT NEEDED TO BE DONE. KIA DID ALL THE RECALLS ON MY CAR AND INSTALLED KNOCK SYSTEM. THEY CALLED ME TO PICK UP CAR AND THE CAR SHUT OFF OF THEM. CALLED KIA AND THEY FIRST APPROV...

Mar 17, 2022 Engine

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Engine, it is currently available How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Absolutely Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has th...

Mar 17, 2022 Suspension

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Engine, it is currently available How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Absolutely Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has th...

Mar 17, 2022 Engine

CAR WAS SOUNDING FUNNY. HAD RECENTLY DID OIL CHANGE ABOUT A WEEK AGO. I TOOK CAR TO KIA AND THEY SAID I HAD RECALLS THAT NEEDED TO BE DONE. KIA DID ALL THE RECALLS ON MY CAR AND INSTALLED KNOCK SYSTEM. THEY CALLED ME TO PICK UP CAR AND THE CAR SHUT OFF OF THEM. CALLED KIA AND THEY FIRST APPROV...

Mar 17, 2022 Engine

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Engine, it is currently available How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Absolutely Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has th...

Mar 17, 2022 Suspension

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Engine, it is currently available How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Absolutely Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has th...

Mar 9, 2022 Engine

The motor is doing a clicking noice. And Kia will not cover the motor since it had another recall that wasnt done in a timely matter. The car stoped in the middle of the freeway and would not move.

Mar 9, 2022 Electrical System

My vehicle was stuck in park. I noted that module 2 fuse was blown. I replaced the fuse and smelled smoke. I took my Sorento in to the local KIA dealership for diagnosis. It was determined by a technician that the headlight level sensor and harness pigtail were both significantly melted. It was sugg...

Mar 9, 2022 Power Train

My vehicle was stuck in park. I noted that module 2 fuse was blown. I replaced the fuse and smelled smoke. I took my Sorento in to the local KIA dealership for diagnosis. It was determined by a technician that the headlight level sensor and harness pigtail were both significantly melted. It was sugg...

Mar 9, 2022 Exterior Lighting

My vehicle was stuck in park. I noted that module 2 fuse was blown. I replaced the fuse and smelled smoke. I took my Sorento in to the local KIA dealership for diagnosis. It was determined by a technician that the headlight level sensor and harness pigtail were both significantly melted. It was sugg...

Mar 9, 2022 Engine 99,702 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle then lost motive power. Upon inspection, the ...

Mar 9, 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 99,702 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle then lost motive power. Upon inspection, the ...

Mar 9, 2022 Steering

My kia sorento is 2015 I think that's the problem. I need to know if that is covered by the Kia factory warranty Steering Coupler Replacement for the MDPS. The vehicle does not have 59,000 miles. I have approximately 2 months of having bought in autonation. and when you buy replace tires brakes. wh...

Mar 9, 2022 Engine

The motor is doing a clicking noice. And Kia will not cover the motor since it had another recall that wasnt done in a timely matter. The car stoped in the middle of the freeway and would not move.

Mar 9, 2022 Electrical System

My vehicle was stuck in park. I noted that module 2 fuse was blown. I replaced the fuse and smelled smoke. I took my Sorento in to the local KIA dealership for diagnosis. It was determined by a technician that the headlight level sensor and harness pigtail were both significantly melted. It was sugg...

Mar 9, 2022 Power Train

My vehicle was stuck in park. I noted that module 2 fuse was blown. I replaced the fuse and smelled smoke. I took my Sorento in to the local KIA dealership for diagnosis. It was determined by a technician that the headlight level sensor and harness pigtail were both significantly melted. It was sugg...

Mar 9, 2022 Exterior Lighting

My vehicle was stuck in park. I noted that module 2 fuse was blown. I replaced the fuse and smelled smoke. I took my Sorento in to the local KIA dealership for diagnosis. It was determined by a technician that the headlight level sensor and harness pigtail were both significantly melted. It was sugg...

Mar 9, 2022 Engine 99,702 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle then lost motive power. Upon inspection, the ...

Mar 9, 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 99,702 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle then lost motive power. Upon inspection, the ...

Mar 9, 2022 Steering

My kia sorento is 2015 I think that's the problem. I need to know if that is covered by the Kia factory warranty Steering Coupler Replacement for the MDPS. The vehicle does not have 59,000 miles. I have approximately 2 months of having bought in autonation. and when you buy replace tires brakes. wh...

Mar 5, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Snow white pearl paint is peeling off.

Mar 5, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Snow white pearl paint is peeling off.

Feb 24, 2022 Engine

-Cylinder walls excessive engine oil consumption. My engine was replaced in June 2019 For my 2015 Kia Sorento. My vehicle presently and right before my 2019 engine replacement would drain oil, but no visible leaks. Smokey exhaust, and loud knocking sounds. Sludgy oil that regularly needs to be repla...

Feb 24, 2022 Engine

-Cylinder walls excessive engine oil consumption. My engine was replaced in June 2019 For my 2015 Kia Sorento. My vehicle presently and right before my 2019 engine replacement would drain oil, but no visible leaks. Smokey exhaust, and loud knocking sounds. Sludgy oil that regularly needs to be repla...

Feb 22, 2022 Engine

I was commuting to work and without any warning, no lights at all, the whole front of the car starts violently vibrating and making all sorts of metallic banging noise. I had it taken to the local KIA dealership where they diagnosed it was the Crankshaft and Connecting Rod Bearings.

Feb 22, 2022 Engine

I was commuting to work and without any warning, no lights at all, the whole front of the car starts violently vibrating and making all sorts of metallic banging noise. I had it taken to the local KIA dealership where they diagnosed it was the Crankshaft and Connecting Rod Bearings.

Feb 20, 2022 Structure

Snow Pearl White paint is chipping at various areas of the front portion of the vehicle. I was driving in heavy rain and then noticed a huge chunk just chipped off. Several owners with this paint color have complained of an issue this similar. Headlights are too dim at night. We have family who li...

Feb 20, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Snow Pearl White paint is chipping at various areas of the front portion of the vehicle. I was driving in heavy rain and then noticed a huge chunk just chipped off. Several owners with this paint color have complained of an issue this similar. Headlights are too dim at night. We have family who li...

Feb 20, 2022 Engine

Driving to Lexington KY motor began knocking and lost power. Towed home had mechanic look at it found metal in oil pan, towed to KIA dealer and informed it needs new motor. KIA denying warranty because product improved wasn’t done. Having to replace motor out of pocket.

Feb 20, 2022 Structure

Snow Pearl White paint is chipping at various areas of the front portion of the vehicle. I was driving in heavy rain and then noticed a huge chunk just chipped off. Several owners with this paint color have complained of an issue this similar. Headlights are too dim at night. We have family who li...

Feb 20, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Snow Pearl White paint is chipping at various areas of the front portion of the vehicle. I was driving in heavy rain and then noticed a huge chunk just chipped off. Several owners with this paint color have complained of an issue this similar. Headlights are too dim at night. We have family who li...

Feb 20, 2022 Engine

Driving to Lexington KY motor began knocking and lost power. Towed home had mechanic look at it found metal in oil pan, towed to KIA dealer and informed it needs new motor. KIA denying warranty because product improved wasn’t done. Having to replace motor out of pocket.

Feb 15, 2022 Unknown Or Other

At first, it wouldn't shift out of park. Now the driverside headlight intermittently flickers and goes out. There's a burnt electrical smell coming from the engine compartment.

Feb 15, 2022 Air Bags

My airbag came on in my 2015 KIA. It is a tension airbag, I believe. It won't go off. There are recalls in every other year but 2015. It is the same recall as the other years.

Feb 15, 2022 Unknown Or Other

At first, it wouldn't shift out of park. Now the driverside headlight intermittently flickers and goes out. There's a burnt electrical smell coming from the engine compartment.

Feb 15, 2022 Air Bags

My airbag came on in my 2015 KIA. It is a tension airbag, I believe. It won't go off. There are recalls in every other year but 2015. It is the same recall as the other years.

Feb 11, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Purchased brand-new in 2015. Paint started chipping away in 2018. At first I thought it was normal wear and tear because it was tiny and only a few spots. It is rapidly bubbling and peeling off now. Most recently a foot of my side bar peeled off in one instance. I haves talked to a auto body repairm...

Feb 11, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Purchased brand-new in 2015. Paint started chipping away in 2018. At first I thought it was normal wear and tear because it was tiny and only a few spots. It is rapidly bubbling and peeling off now. Most recently a foot of my side bar peeled off in one instance. I haves talked to a auto body repairm...

Feb 9, 2022 Service Brakes

There is a recall for part of my vehicle that says a fire could start. Need it fixed

Feb 9, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

There is a recall for part of my vehicle that says a fire could start. Need it fixed

Feb 9, 2022 Engine

I engine light keeps coming on after taking my car in to have a diagnostic to pin point the issue with Southern Kia in Chesapeake, Va, 1300 S Military Hwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 424-6380. The report came back with a code for engine tube that was preventing the evaporation of gas to/from the eng...

Feb 9, 2022 Service Brakes

There is a recall for part of my vehicle that says a fire could start. Need it fixed

Feb 9, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

There is a recall for part of my vehicle that says a fire could start. Need it fixed

Feb 9, 2022 Engine

I engine light keeps coming on after taking my car in to have a diagnostic to pin point the issue with Southern Kia in Chesapeake, Va, 1300 S Military Hwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 424-6380. The report came back with a code for engine tube that was preventing the evaporation of gas to/from the eng...

Feb 7, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The headlights are dangerously dim. Purchased this vehicle used. Only used in the daytime the first months. My son started working night shifts and that's when we noticed that it did not light up in front of the vehicle. It was very minimal. I drove the car on a rainy evening and was terrified. Coul...

Feb 7, 2022 Exterior Lighting

The headlights are dangerously dim. Purchased this vehicle used. Only used in the daytime the first months. My son started working night shifts and that's when we noticed that it did not light up in front of the vehicle. It was very minimal. I drove the car on a rainy evening and was terrified. Coul...

Feb 2, 2022 Engine

Engine shut off without warning while driving. My wife was driving and Was able to roll off road thankfully. She was on a very busy road and was in serious risk of injury along with the cars behind her. Did not start back up. Battery had power. Found out ENGINE FAILED! Verified by mechanic. Cal...

Feb 2, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Engine shut off without warning while driving. My wife was driving and Was able to roll off road thankfully. She was on a very busy road and was in serious risk of injury along with the cars behind her. Did not start back up. Battery had power. Found out ENGINE FAILED! Verified by mechanic. Cal...

Feb 2, 2022 Engine

Engine shut off without warning while driving. My wife was driving and Was able to roll off road thankfully. She was on a very busy road and was in serious risk of injury along with the cars behind her. Did not start back up. Battery had power. Found out ENGINE FAILED! Verified by mechanic. Cal...

Feb 2, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Engine shut off without warning while driving. My wife was driving and Was able to roll off road thankfully. She was on a very busy road and was in serious risk of injury along with the cars behind her. Did not start back up. Battery had power. Found out ENGINE FAILED! Verified by mechanic. Cal...

Feb 1, 2022 Engine

December 28, 2021 On Hwy 85 right next to Auburn, Alabama, on my way to Houston, Texas, I began to notice that as I accelerated with my 2015 KIA Sorento there was a sound as if my muffler had a hole in it. Within just a couple of minutes, the car wouldn’t accelerate well. I then pulled off the h...

Feb 1, 2022 Engine

December 28, 2021 On Hwy 85 right next to Auburn, Alabama, on my way to Houston, Texas, I began to notice that as I accelerated with my 2015 KIA Sorento there was a sound as if my muffler had a hole in it. Within just a couple of minutes, the car wouldn’t accelerate well. I then pulled off the h...

Jan 31, 2022 Unknown Or Other

I have the Sorrento with the white pearl paint for last couple years I’ve had small flakes come off and I’ve tried to cover them up with the ink pen. But the spots are just getting bigger. So Disappointed. This is my second Kia I did not have a problem on the black when I had before this

Jan 31, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Both low beam headlights no longer work although all fuses and bulbs have been verified to work. The high beam headlights do work. This appears to be the identical issue that 2011-2013 owners were dealing with. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10159259-0001.pdf. In this instance, the headli...

Jan 31, 2022 Engine

Kia is refusing to replace my engine related to a product improvement issued in 2018. I never received a notice about the required product improvement. The vehicle simply failed while I was driving. I was luckily able to get to safety. There were no warning lamps or messages or symptoms. The vehicle...

Jan 31, 2022 Unknown Or Other

I have the Sorrento with the white pearl paint for last couple years I’ve had small flakes come off and I’ve tried to cover them up with the ink pen. But the spots are just getting bigger. So Disappointed. This is my second Kia I did not have a problem on the black when I had before this

Jan 31, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Both low beam headlights no longer work although all fuses and bulbs have been verified to work. The high beam headlights do work. This appears to be the identical issue that 2011-2013 owners were dealing with. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10159259-0001.pdf. In this instance, the headli...

Jan 31, 2022 Engine

Kia is refusing to replace my engine related to a product improvement issued in 2018. I never received a notice about the required product improvement. The vehicle simply failed while I was driving. I was luckily able to get to safety. There were no warning lamps or messages or symptoms. The vehicle...

Jan 28, 2022 Engine 130,062 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, he heard knocking sounds coming from the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving at 50 MPH and the ...

Jan 28, 2022 Engine 130,062 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, he heard knocking sounds coming from the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving at 50 MPH and the ...

Jan 27, 2022 Structure

HELLO, THIS PROBLEM STARTED SICE 2020 WITH THE PEELING ON TOP OF THE WINDSHIELD BUT I THOUGHT IT WAS NORMAL. THEN THE OTHER BIG ONES JUST STARTED LAST WEEK AND I WAS VERY SURPRISED BECAUSE THEYRE LIKE A FEET LONG. I WOULD LIKE TO GET IT FIX BECAUSE MY TRUCK LOOKS LIKE NEW FROM THE INSIDE BECAUSE I ...

Jan 27, 2022 Structure

HELLO, THIS PROBLEM STARTED SICE 2020 WITH THE PEELING ON TOP OF THE WINDSHIELD BUT I THOUGHT IT WAS NORMAL. THEN THE OTHER BIG ONES JUST STARTED LAST WEEK AND I WAS VERY SURPRISED BECAUSE THEYRE LIKE A FEET LONG. I WOULD LIKE TO GET IT FIX BECAUSE MY TRUCK LOOKS LIKE NEW FROM THE INSIDE BECAUSE I ...

Jan 25, 2022 Engine 150,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The contact veered to the side of the road but was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independen...

Jan 25, 2022 Engine

Car continually trying to over-heat. Had to keep pulling to shoulder every 1/4 mile or so, and letting car cool down again. Mechanic diagnosed as a head gasket problem, but upon further research it looks like it may have actually warped the engine block itself. When mechanic calls around to multi...

Jan 25, 2022 Engine 150,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The contact veered to the side of the road but was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independen...

Jan 25, 2022 Engine

Car continually trying to over-heat. Had to keep pulling to shoulder every 1/4 mile or so, and letting car cool down again. Mechanic diagnosed as a head gasket problem, but upon further research it looks like it may have actually warped the engine block itself. When mechanic calls around to multi...

Jan 23, 2022 Engine

On October 6, 2021, I was driving my 2015 Kia Sorento to deliver work. I was driving through a mountain region when I heard a slight "ticking" noise coming from the engine. There was no safe place to pull over on the busy highway. There were mountains on each side of the highway no pull offs. There ...

Jan 23, 2022 Engine

On October 6, 2021, I was driving my 2015 Kia Sorento to deliver work. I was driving through a mountain region when I heard a slight "ticking" noise coming from the engine. There was no safe place to pull over on the busy highway. There were mountains on each side of the highway no pull offs. There ...

Jan 20, 2022 Exterior Lighting 87,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle at night, the low-beam headlights were extremely dim, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who examined the vehicle but found no issues with the vehicle. The low...

Jan 20, 2022 Exterior Lighting 87,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle at night, the low-beam headlights were extremely dim, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who examined the vehicle but found no issues with the vehicle. The low...

Jan 19, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Severe paint chipping on the hood of car and roof. Causing rust to build by windshield. Kia refuses to fix the issue

Jan 19, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Severe paint chipping on the hood of car and roof. Causing rust to build by windshield. Kia refuses to fix the issue

Jan 14, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

I just got my car back from overtuf which had it for a month due to after the recalls where done my engine failed and had to be replaced that day I got it back I drove it home and on the way home the check engine light came on and my smelled of gas really bad so I pulled over looked under vehicle to...

Jan 14, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

I just got my car back from overtuf which had it for a month due to after the recalls where done my engine failed and had to be replaced that day I got it back I drove it home and on the way home the check engine light came on and my smelled of gas really bad so I pulled over looked under vehicle to...

Jan 10, 2022 Air Bags 100,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the front passenger's side air bag was turned off. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure ...

Jan 10, 2022 Air Bags 100,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the front passenger's side air bag was turned off. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure ...

Jan 9, 2022 Engine

My vehicle had two safety recalls regarding the possibility of a sudden engine fire due to a defective Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU). Additionally, in Milwaukee, theft of Kias has increased exponentially. The number of Kia models stolen increased 25 times higher in the first six months of...

Jan 9, 2022 Engine

My vehicle had two safety recalls regarding the possibility of a sudden engine fire due to a defective Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU). Additionally, in Milwaukee, theft of Kias has increased exponentially. The number of Kia models stolen increased 25 times higher in the first six months of...

Dec 28, 2021 Engine

Three days after getting my regular oil change , my engine started getting this loud knocking noise and I was not able to speed , I was coming into the freeway when my car suddenly got a loss of power , I checked my vehicle diagnostics and it wasn’t showing anything about the engine no warning or ...

Dec 28, 2021 Air Bags

Since the beginning of November, 2021, without incidence or prior warning, the airbag warning light came on when the vehicle is started and stays on the entire time the vehicle is on. The vehicle was brought to a KIA dealership on November 18th to diagnose the issue under extended 15 year warranty ...

Dec 28, 2021 Engine

Vehicle was being driven when the engine blew-up and became inoperable. After taking it to a mechanic, they said that the oil had stopped flowing through the engine and caused it to malfunction. There were no lights that appeared on the dashboard warning us of a problem.

Dec 28, 2021 Engine

Three days after getting my regular oil change , my engine started getting this loud knocking noise and I was not able to speed , I was coming into the freeway when my car suddenly got a loss of power , I checked my vehicle diagnostics and it wasn’t showing anything about the engine no warning or ...

Dec 28, 2021 Air Bags

Since the beginning of November, 2021, without incidence or prior warning, the airbag warning light came on when the vehicle is started and stays on the entire time the vehicle is on. The vehicle was brought to a KIA dealership on November 18th to diagnose the issue under extended 15 year warranty ...

Dec 28, 2021 Engine

Vehicle was being driven when the engine blew-up and became inoperable. After taking it to a mechanic, they said that the oil had stopped flowing through the engine and caused it to malfunction. There were no lights that appeared on the dashboard warning us of a problem.

Dec 20, 2021 Engine 76,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred on three separate occasions. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with engine failure. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle...

Dec 20, 2021 Electrical System

The running lights on the front and rear drivers side work half of the time, the plate light seems to turn off when they do. They'll come on for a split second and then go out, or on a good day they'll stay on. Seems like a short in the wiring. It could be a safety issue at night!!!

Dec 20, 2021 Exterior Lighting

The running lights on the front and rear drivers side work half of the time, the plate light seems to turn off when they do. They'll come on for a split second and then go out, or on a good day they'll stay on. Seems like a short in the wiring. It could be a safety issue at night!!!

Dec 20, 2021 Engine 76,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred on three separate occasions. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with engine failure. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle...

Dec 20, 2021 Electrical System

The running lights on the front and rear drivers side work half of the time, the plate light seems to turn off when they do. They'll come on for a split second and then go out, or on a good day they'll stay on. Seems like a short in the wiring. It could be a safety issue at night!!!

Dec 20, 2021 Exterior Lighting

The running lights on the front and rear drivers side work half of the time, the plate light seems to turn off when they do. They'll come on for a split second and then go out, or on a good day they'll stay on. Seems like a short in the wiring. It could be a safety issue at night!!!

Dec 17, 2021 Electrical System

While operating my vehicle I experienced sluggishness and power failure. Sorento became disabled on main road while driving to work. Vehicle was towed to the closest Kia dealership where they performed a diagnostic test. Maintenance test and Parts Department revealed the that the power shortage was...

Dec 17, 2021 Engine

While operating my vehicle I experienced sluggishness and power failure. Sorento became disabled on main road while driving to work. Vehicle was towed to the closest Kia dealership where they performed a diagnostic test. Maintenance test and Parts Department revealed the that the power shortage was...

Dec 17, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control

While operating my vehicle I experienced sluggishness and power failure. Sorento became disabled on main road while driving to work. Vehicle was towed to the closest Kia dealership where they performed a diagnostic test. Maintenance test and Parts Department revealed the that the power shortage was...

Dec 17, 2021 Electrical System

While operating my vehicle I experienced sluggishness and power failure. Sorento became disabled on main road while driving to work. Vehicle was towed to the closest Kia dealership where they performed a diagnostic test. Maintenance test and Parts Department revealed the that the power shortage was...

Dec 17, 2021 Engine

While operating my vehicle I experienced sluggishness and power failure. Sorento became disabled on main road while driving to work. Vehicle was towed to the closest Kia dealership where they performed a diagnostic test. Maintenance test and Parts Department revealed the that the power shortage was...

Dec 17, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control

While operating my vehicle I experienced sluggishness and power failure. Sorento became disabled on main road while driving to work. Vehicle was towed to the closest Kia dealership where they performed a diagnostic test. Maintenance test and Parts Department revealed the that the power shortage was...

Dec 12, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Upon accelerating causes a lot of exhaust smoke and bogs down so I can’t get out of the way and others behind me cannot see a thing. Two Kia dealerships refused assistance. The first after I called 12/3 to report that my vehicle issue made additional hazard involving a semi (thank goodness no on...

Dec 12, 2021 Engine

Upon accelerating causes a lot of exhaust smoke and bogs down so I can’t get out of the way and others behind me cannot see a thing. Two Kia dealerships refused assistance. The first after I called 12/3 to report that my vehicle issue made additional hazard involving a semi (thank goodness no on...

Dec 12, 2021 Power Train

Upon accelerating causes a lot of exhaust smoke and bogs down so I can’t get out of the way and others behind me cannot see a thing. Two Kia dealerships refused assistance. The first after I called 12/3 to report that my vehicle issue made additional hazard involving a semi (thank goodness no on...

Dec 12, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Upon accelerating causes a lot of exhaust smoke and bogs down so I can’t get out of the way and others behind me cannot see a thing. Two Kia dealerships refused assistance. The first after I called 12/3 to report that my vehicle issue made additional hazard involving a semi (thank goodness no on...

Dec 12, 2021 Engine

Upon accelerating causes a lot of exhaust smoke and bogs down so I can’t get out of the way and others behind me cannot see a thing. Two Kia dealerships refused assistance. The first after I called 12/3 to report that my vehicle issue made additional hazard involving a semi (thank goodness no on...

Dec 12, 2021 Power Train

Upon accelerating causes a lot of exhaust smoke and bogs down so I can’t get out of the way and others behind me cannot see a thing. Two Kia dealerships refused assistance. The first after I called 12/3 to report that my vehicle issue made additional hazard involving a semi (thank goodness no on...

Dec 9, 2021 Engine

This 2015 KIA Sorrento was purchased new 8/14. It has been regularly serviced/maintained since.In Nov 2018 the AWD would not engage during a snowstorm, I was left stranded and had to be towed to the Dealership. The AWD coupler needed to be replaced. October 1, 2021, the car was inspected and passed ...

Dec 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other

This 2015 KIA Sorrento was purchased new 8/14. It has been regularly serviced/maintained since.In Nov 2018 the AWD would not engage during a snowstorm, I was left stranded and had to be towed to the Dealership. The AWD coupler needed to be replaced. October 1, 2021, the car was inspected and passed ...

Dec 9, 2021 Structure

I woke up this morning to discover that a foot long chunk of my Kia Sorento SX-L's pearl white paint had de-laminated and peeled off the driver's side front door pillar. I've come to find out this is a common due to a paint defect. I'm reporting this per instructions from other Kia owners with the...

Dec 9, 2021 Engine

This 2015 KIA Sorrento was purchased new 8/14. It has been regularly serviced/maintained since.In Nov 2018 the AWD would not engage during a snowstorm, I was left stranded and had to be towed to the Dealership. The AWD coupler needed to be replaced. October 1, 2021, the car was inspected and passed ...

Dec 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other

This 2015 KIA Sorrento was purchased new 8/14. It has been regularly serviced/maintained since.In Nov 2018 the AWD would not engage during a snowstorm, I was left stranded and had to be towed to the Dealership. The AWD coupler needed to be replaced. October 1, 2021, the car was inspected and passed ...

Dec 9, 2021 Structure

I woke up this morning to discover that a foot long chunk of my Kia Sorento SX-L's pearl white paint had de-laminated and peeled off the driver's side front door pillar. I've come to find out this is a common due to a paint defect. I'm reporting this per instructions from other Kia owners with the...

Dec 7, 2021 Engine

The engine failed and is available for inspection. My daughters and my safety were put at risk when trying to accelerate onto the interstate on ramp and was slow to do so. The car never made it to the speed limit and actually started slowing down. When trying to speed up it started making a knocking...

Dec 7, 2021 Engine

The engine failed and is available for inspection. My daughters and my safety were put at risk when trying to accelerate onto the interstate on ramp and was slow to do so. The car never made it to the speed limit and actually started slowing down. When trying to speed up it started making a knocking...

Dec 6, 2021 Structure

Always noticed little chips on my hood then at about 65000 miles my paint just started peeling right off. So bad that I can’t wash my car or the paint will keep peeling. My auto insurance called it delamanation and said it wasn’t painted properly therefore they won’t cover it. Kia will not a...

Dec 6, 2021 Structure

Always noticed little chips on my hood then at about 65000 miles my paint just started peeling right off. So bad that I can’t wash my car or the paint will keep peeling. My auto insurance called it delamanation and said it wasn’t painted properly therefore they won’t cover it. Kia will not a...

Nov 26, 2021 Air Bags

waning lamps on

Nov 26, 2021 Air Bags

waning lamps on

Nov 24, 2021 Engine

Car is at 124,000 miles and well-maintained with all services done to date. However the Engine failed and will not run. No warning lights and suddenly stopped with loss of power and then will not start. Dealer says new engine will have to be put in and current engine is dead.

Nov 24, 2021 Engine

Car is at 124,000 miles and well-maintained with all services done to date. However the Engine failed and will not run. No warning lights and suddenly stopped with loss of power and then will not start. Dealer says new engine will have to be put in and current engine is dead.

Nov 4, 2021 Engine

UNKNOWN. Excessive shaking, engine light started to blink and car shut off.

Nov 4, 2021 Power Train

UNKNOWN. Excessive shaking, engine light started to blink and car shut off.

Nov 4, 2021 Engine

UNKNOWN. Excessive shaking, engine light started to blink and car shut off.

Nov 4, 2021 Power Train

UNKNOWN. Excessive shaking, engine light started to blink and car shut off.

Nov 3, 2021 Engine 66,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart however, the vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be repaired. Th...

Nov 3, 2021 Engine 66,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart however, the vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be repaired. Th...

Nov 2, 2021 Engine

Teenage son was driving kia late on highway the engine failed completely and stopped, going about 65mph, he was able to coast to side of road. He called me, we arrived 45 minutes later and engine was still burning hot to touch and consumed every drop of oil only 2000 miles after oil change, smoking....

Nov 2, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I have a 2015 kia sorento my paint has started peeling off for no reason. It is snow pearl white .I've spoken to and have seen others just like mine doing the same thing. This is definitely kias responsibility. Not all of us would have the same issue if not!!!

Nov 2, 2021 Engine

Teenage son was driving kia late on highway the engine failed completely and stopped, going about 65mph, he was able to coast to side of road. He called me, we arrived 45 minutes later and engine was still burning hot to touch and consumed every drop of oil only 2000 miles after oil change, smoking....

Nov 2, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I have a 2015 kia sorento my paint has started peeling off for no reason. It is snow pearl white .I've spoken to and have seen others just like mine doing the same thing. This is definitely kias responsibility. Not all of us would have the same issue if not!!!

Nov 1, 2021 Exterior Lighting

The headlights are very dim and only project approximately 20 feet in front of the vehicle. This creates unsafe night driving. At 65 mph on a highway, there is practically no time to react to an animal or object on the road. I have emails from the manufacturer but I am unable to copy and paste th...

Nov 1, 2021 Exterior Lighting

The headlights are very dim and only project approximately 20 feet in front of the vehicle. This creates unsafe night driving. At 65 mph on a highway, there is practically no time to react to an animal or object on the road. I have emails from the manufacturer but I am unable to copy and paste th...

Oct 30, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The paint on my Kia (pearl white) blew off from a portion of my car on a windy day. The car has been seen by the Kia dealership and we were referred to Kia consumer affairs. There were no prior signs of paint peeling in the area where it blew off prior to it blowing off.

Oct 30, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The paint on my Kia (pearl white) blew off from a portion of my car on a windy day. The car has been seen by the Kia dealership and we were referred to Kia consumer affairs. There were no prior signs of paint peeling in the area where it blew off prior to it blowing off.

Oct 26, 2021 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the headlight bulbs burned out frequently and had to be replaced numerous times by the dealer and several independent mechanics. The vehicle remained at the dealer for the recurring failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failu...

Oct 26, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Normal low beams are useless for driving. You must use high beams to be able to see, even in town. This has been a problem since I purchased the vehicle in 2015. Also, I have had to replace the bulbs three times, If I don’t buy the brightest/most expensive ones, I’ve wasted my money and it’s...

Oct 26, 2021 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the headlight bulbs burned out frequently and had to be replaced numerous times by the dealer and several independent mechanics. The vehicle remained at the dealer for the recurring failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failu...

Oct 26, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Normal low beams are useless for driving. You must use high beams to be able to see, even in town. This has been a problem since I purchased the vehicle in 2015. Also, I have had to replace the bulbs three times, If I don’t buy the brightest/most expensive ones, I’ve wasted my money and it’s...

Oct 22, 2021 Exterior Lighting

My low beam lives are so .com at nite. It is very hard to see.I replaced with others. But they are dim and kept blowing out. Took to Kia dealer for problem. They said I needed to purchase there factory bulbs. I had them replace both. And still they are to dim to drive at night. It is a very bad safe...

Oct 22, 2021 Exterior Lighting

My low beam lives are so .com at nite. It is very hard to see.I replaced with others. But they are dim and kept blowing out. Took to Kia dealer for problem. They said I needed to purchase there factory bulbs. I had them replace both. And still they are to dim to drive at night. It is a very bad safe...

Oct 21, 2021 Engine 135,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 55-60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. While at an independent mechanic the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed....

Oct 21, 2021 Engine 135,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 55-60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. While at an independent mechanic the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed....

Oct 19, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I have a 2015 Pearl White Kia Sorento. My paint has chipped tremendously and I have only had the truck for a year and a half. It first started with a small chip on the side of my windshield which is now huge. I started noticing more chips shortly after and they are now huge as well. There has to be ...

Oct 19, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I have a 2015 Pearl White Kia Sorento. My paint has chipped tremendously and I have only had the truck for a year and a half. It first started with a small chip on the side of my windshield which is now huge. I started noticing more chips shortly after and they are now huge as well. There has to be ...

Oct 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Paint is chipping off from the hood and around the windshield Pearl white Kia Sorento Noticed this occurring 2/2021

Oct 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Paint is chipping off from the hood and around the windshield Pearl white Kia Sorento Noticed this occurring 2/2021

Oct 9, 2021 Structure

Paint peeling off of the hood

Oct 9, 2021 Structure

Paint peeling off of the hood

Sep 28, 2021 Engine

vehicles lost due to certain engine fires. In some instances, the Settlement also provides a cash rebate if you lost faith in the vehicle after experiencing engine troubles related to the defect and you purchased another Kia vehicle within a specified timeframe. ▪ To qualify you must have bought o...

Sep 28, 2021 Service Brakes

vehicles lost due to certain engine fires. In some instances, the Settlement also provides a cash rebate if you lost faith in the vehicle after experiencing engine troubles related to the defect and you purchased another Kia vehicle within a specified timeframe. ▪ To qualify you must have bought o...

Sep 28, 2021 Fuel System, Gasoline

hello my name is [XXX] owner of 2015 kia Sorrento on Sept 19 2021 my father in law and my wife and kids were pulling up on the drive way when they called me and said they smell gas odor from the car i said send me a pic since i was at work .I informed them turn the car off and get every body away be...

Sep 28, 2021 Engine

vehicles lost due to certain engine fires. In some instances, the Settlement also provides a cash rebate if you lost faith in the vehicle after experiencing engine troubles related to the defect and you purchased another Kia vehicle within a specified timeframe. ▪ To qualify you must have bought o...

Sep 28, 2021 Service Brakes

vehicles lost due to certain engine fires. In some instances, the Settlement also provides a cash rebate if you lost faith in the vehicle after experiencing engine troubles related to the defect and you purchased another Kia vehicle within a specified timeframe. ▪ To qualify you must have bought o...

Sep 28, 2021 Fuel System, Gasoline

hello my name is [XXX] owner of 2015 kia Sorrento on Sept 19 2021 my father in law and my wife and kids were pulling up on the drive way when they called me and said they smell gas odor from the car i said send me a pic since i was at work .I informed them turn the car off and get every body away be...

Sep 21, 2021 Engine

The cars engine started knocking while we were in a family vacation. Before we started driving I checked the oil and it was at the acceptable level. We turned around and began to drive home. When we reached the town next to home the engine started knocking horribly and stalled and stopped running. ...

Sep 21, 2021 Engine

The cars engine started knocking while we were in a family vacation. Before we started driving I checked the oil and it was at the acceptable level. We turned around and began to drive home. When we reached the town next to home the engine started knocking horribly and stalled and stopped running. ...

Sep 20, 2021 Structure

The body of the car is undergoing paint delamination. This begun at 70k miles on the roof and now rust is beginning. Then the hood. Then one side around windshield. Then the other side around the windshield. There was not any incident that triggered the paint delamination.

Sep 20, 2021 Structure

The body of the car is undergoing paint delamination. This begun at 70k miles on the roof and now rust is beginning. Then the hood. Then one side around windshield. Then the other side around the windshield. There was not any incident that triggered the paint delamination.

Sep 18, 2021 Structure

The paint is peeling away on the hood, around windshield. Also the luggage racks paint is peeling off. The hood started as a simple little paint chip then exploded will paint bubbling up then peeling off. Around the windshield started with a crack in the paint them just explored in full paint pee...

Sep 18, 2021 Structure

The paint is peeling away on the hood, around windshield. Also the luggage racks paint is peeling off. The hood started as a simple little paint chip then exploded will paint bubbling up then peeling off. Around the windshield started with a crack in the paint them just explored in full paint pee...

Sep 3, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Lowlight beams are very dim. Poor visibility. NHTSA ratings are poor. I’m concerned as to why Kia will not fix the issue. There was no accident but for years I’ve been afraid to drive at night or avoid it. I’ve looked online and see I’m not the only Kia Sorento owner with these concerns. Thi...

Sep 3, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Lowlight beams are very dim. Poor visibility. NHTSA ratings are poor. I’m concerned as to why Kia will not fix the issue. There was no accident but for years I’ve been afraid to drive at night or avoid it. I’ve looked online and see I’m not the only Kia Sorento owner with these concerns. Thi...

Sep 3, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Lowlight beams are very dim. Poor visibility. NHTSA ratings are poor. I’m concerned as to why Kia will not fix the issue. There was no accident but for years I’ve been afraid to drive at night or avoid it. I’ve looked online and see I’m not the only Kia Sorento owner with these concerns. Thi...

Sep 3, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Lowlight beams are very dim. Poor visibility. NHTSA ratings are poor. I’m concerned as to why Kia will not fix the issue. There was no accident but for years I’ve been afraid to drive at night or avoid it. I’ve looked online and see I’m not the only Kia Sorento owner with these concerns. Thi...

Aug 31, 2021 Power Train

Car jerks into 1st gear when stopping at a light and accelerating. Car gets stuck in 4th gear and will not accelerate until it reaches 4th gear speeds. Very dangerous to be trying to get up to highway speeds and car not wanting to accelerate beyond 10-20mph. Car is not safe to drive. Took to a K...

Aug 31, 2021 Power Train

Car jerks into 1st gear when stopping at a light and accelerating. Car gets stuck in 4th gear and will not accelerate until it reaches 4th gear speeds. Very dangerous to be trying to get up to highway speeds and car not wanting to accelerate beyond 10-20mph. Car is not safe to drive. Took to a K...

Aug 30, 2021 Service Brakes, Air 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS, parking brake, and check engine warning lights illuminated, and the instrument cluster gauges were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that a sensor was faulty and neede...

Aug 30, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 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 local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated th...

Aug 30, 2021 Service Brakes, Air 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS, parking brake, and check engine warning lights illuminated, and the instrument cluster gauges were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that a sensor was faulty and neede...

Aug 30, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 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 local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated th...

Aug 28, 2021 Electrical System

almost all of my tire/brake lights are on my dash, dealership said its the speed sensors in my back tires. A week later (with those lights still on) my parking brake light came on while driving and started a dinging noise, parked turned it off and back on the noise had stopped but all lights were st...

Aug 28, 2021 Electrical System

almost all of my tire/brake lights are on my dash, dealership said its the speed sensors in my back tires. A week later (with those lights still on) my parking brake light came on while driving and started a dinging noise, parked turned it off and back on the noise had stopped but all lights were st...

Aug 24, 2021 Engine

My 2015 V6 Kia Sorento's engine seized absent any warning on 08/14/21. I was in the car with my dog and 3 young daughters at a stop light. The light turned green and I pushed the gas and the car did not move. It was frozen. I pushed it again and the entire car shut down. I police officer had to...

Aug 24, 2021 Exterior Lighting

The headlights are very dim on my 2015 Kia Sorento, when compared to other vehicles. They only illuminate about 10 feet in front of the car. They need to be replaced with a stronger bulb as it is dangerous driving at night.

Aug 24, 2021 Engine

My 2015 V6 Kia Sorento's engine seized absent any warning on 08/14/21. I was in the car with my dog and 3 young daughters at a stop light. The light turned green and I pushed the gas and the car did not move. It was frozen. I pushed it again and the entire car shut down. I police officer had to...

Aug 24, 2021 Exterior Lighting

The headlights are very dim on my 2015 Kia Sorento, when compared to other vehicles. They only illuminate about 10 feet in front of the car. They need to be replaced with a stronger bulb as it is dangerous driving at night.

Aug 21, 2021 Structure

2015 KIA Sorento Paint peeling & chipping away from door pillars, roof where windshield meets, both let & right front fenders, hood. The color is "Snow While Pearl". Started to norice small chipping around 2017 & in April 2019 a large piece peeled off the passenger side front pillar which I had repa...

Aug 21, 2021 Structure

2015 KIA Sorento Paint peeling & chipping away from door pillars, roof where windshield meets, both let & right front fenders, hood. The color is "Snow While Pearl". Started to norice small chipping around 2017 & in April 2019 a large piece peeled off the passenger side front pillar which I had repa...

Aug 19, 2021 Engine

Bought the vehicle used, from dealership had little over 91,000 miles on vehicle when purchased and purchased extended warranty as well, only had 11months, at little over 109 thousand miles on vehicle noticed white exhaust coming from tail pipe, was having to put oil in the vehicle 1-2 quarts a week...

Aug 19, 2021 Engine

Bought the vehicle used, from dealership had little over 91,000 miles on vehicle when purchased and purchased extended warranty as well, only had 11months, at little over 109 thousand miles on vehicle noticed white exhaust coming from tail pipe, was having to put oil in the vehicle 1-2 quarts a week...

Aug 18, 2021 Power Train 300 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated from the time the vehicle was purchased, it would make an abnormal popping sound when started and while driving. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that they could not duplicat...

Aug 18, 2021 Unknown Or Other

2015 Sorento has paint peeling and chipping due to air and weather. The peeling paint started December 2019. The condition has gotten worse. The chipping started this year.

Aug 18, 2021 Power Train 300 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated from the time the vehicle was purchased, it would make an abnormal popping sound when started and while driving. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that they could not duplicat...

Aug 18, 2021 Unknown Or Other

2015 Sorento has paint peeling and chipping due to air and weather. The peeling paint started December 2019. The condition has gotten worse. The chipping started this year.

Aug 11, 2021 Structure

The paint is blowing off.

Aug 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The paint is blowing off.

Aug 11, 2021 Structure

The paint is blowing off.

Aug 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The paint is blowing off.

Aug 6, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V331000 (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...

Aug 6, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V331000 (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...

Aug 6, 2021 Structure

I own a 2015 Kia Sorento LX AWD and it's painted in the pearl white finish, over the last year the paint has been peeling off on the hood and the top edge closest to the windshield, and it's even started rusting in those spots now, which range in from the size of a match tip, to the size of my palm.

Aug 6, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V331000 (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...

Aug 6, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V331000 (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...

Aug 6, 2021 Structure

I own a 2015 Kia Sorento LX AWD and it's painted in the pearl white finish, over the last year the paint has been peeling off on the hood and the top edge closest to the windshield, and it's even started rusting in those spots now, which range in from the size of a match tip, to the size of my palm.

Aug 4, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Low beam headlights are dangerously too dim on my 2015 Kia Sorento LX. This is a well known reported issue by many owners. All drivers in my family had many close calls due to poor visibility when driving in the night. Yes I have changed lightbulbs several times, made sure that lenses and reflecto...

Aug 4, 2021 Engine

Hello. Prior to receiving the Recall letter around mid-July 2021, we had complained to the dealership about the engine humming after a ride and AC going on and off On July 17, I was scheduled to visit the dealership and take care of the Recall. Although, I was scheduled for an appointment, nothing ...

Aug 4, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Low beam headlights are dangerously too dim on my 2015 Kia Sorento LX. This is a well known reported issue by many owners. All drivers in my family had many close calls due to poor visibility when driving in the night. Yes I have changed lightbulbs several times, made sure that lenses and reflecto...

Aug 4, 2021 Engine

Hello. Prior to receiving the Recall letter around mid-July 2021, we had complained to the dealership about the engine humming after a ride and AC going on and off On July 17, I was scheduled to visit the dealership and take care of the Recall. Although, I was scheduled for an appointment, nothing ...

Aug 3, 2021 Engine 83,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30-35 mph, he heard an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine before the vehicle inadvertently loss power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts ...

Aug 3, 2021 Engine 83,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 30-35 mph, he heard an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine before the vehicle inadvertently loss power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts ...

Jul 30, 2021 Structure

My white paint is chipping horribly!!!

Jul 30, 2021 Structure

My white paint is chipping horribly!!!

Jul 28, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while attempting to turn on the vehicle, the vehicle would not start. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that...

Jul 28, 2021 Exterior Lighting 153,048 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at night, the headlamps were too dim, and the contact was unable to see the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they informed the contact that the headlamp assemblies needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not ...

Jul 28, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while attempting to turn on the vehicle, the vehicle would not start. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that...

Jul 28, 2021 Exterior Lighting 153,048 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at night, the headlamps were too dim, and the contact was unable to see the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they informed the contact that the headlamp assemblies needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not ...

Jul 26, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I am making a complaint due to the paint chipping above the windshield. The paint started to chip and now in growing larger. Every time it rains the paint chips more and more. I have noticed not only that my car pillars on the siding around the windshield peeled that I have repainted but now it is a...

Jul 26, 2021 Electrical System

Upon receiving Recall NOTICE , Vehicle Is A Fire Danger and I can Not Drive it.Living in the middle of the Forrest makes having this vehicle in this HIGH FIRE DANGER TOWN for 2 months put not only my family and home in danger but my entire FIRE VULNERABLE COMMUNITY AT RISK. The company headquarters ...

Jul 26, 2021 Engine

Upon receiving Recall NOTICE , Vehicle Is A Fire Danger and I can Not Drive it.Living in the middle of the Forrest makes having this vehicle in this HIGH FIRE DANGER TOWN for 2 months put not only my family and home in danger but my entire FIRE VULNERABLE COMMUNITY AT RISK. The company headquarters ...

Jul 26, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

Upon receiving Recall NOTICE , Vehicle Is A Fire Danger and I can Not Drive it.Living in the middle of the Forrest makes having this vehicle in this HIGH FIRE DANGER TOWN for 2 months put not only my family and home in danger but my entire FIRE VULNERABLE COMMUNITY AT RISK. The company headquarters ...

Jul 26, 2021 Service Brakes Crash

Motor shuts down completely disabling the car electronically. I lose my brakes and my steering. In February 2020, I almost died driving the vehicle the car engine seized while driving and was replaced by KIA. I never received an itemized bill from Dealership they stole the rental from my private dr...

Jul 26, 2021 Engine Crash

Motor shuts down completely disabling the car electronically. I lose my brakes and my steering. In February 2020, I almost died driving the vehicle the car engine seized while driving and was replaced by KIA. I never received an itemized bill from Dealership they stole the rental from my private dr...

Jul 26, 2021 Steering Crash

Motor shuts down completely disabling the car electronically. I lose my brakes and my steering. In February 2020, I almost died driving the vehicle the car engine seized while driving and was replaced by KIA. I never received an itemized bill from Dealership they stole the rental from my private dr...

Jul 26, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I am making a complaint due to the paint chipping above the windshield. The paint started to chip and now in growing larger. Every time it rains the paint chips more and more. I have noticed not only that my car pillars on the siding around the windshield peeled that I have repainted but now it is a...

Jul 26, 2021 Electrical System

Upon receiving Recall NOTICE , Vehicle Is A Fire Danger and I can Not Drive it.Living in the middle of the Forrest makes having this vehicle in this HIGH FIRE DANGER TOWN for 2 months put not only my family and home in danger but my entire FIRE VULNERABLE COMMUNITY AT RISK. The company headquarters ...

Jul 26, 2021 Engine

Upon receiving Recall NOTICE , Vehicle Is A Fire Danger and I can Not Drive it.Living in the middle of the Forrest makes having this vehicle in this HIGH FIRE DANGER TOWN for 2 months put not only my family and home in danger but my entire FIRE VULNERABLE COMMUNITY AT RISK. The company headquarters ...

Jul 26, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

Upon receiving Recall NOTICE , Vehicle Is A Fire Danger and I can Not Drive it.Living in the middle of the Forrest makes having this vehicle in this HIGH FIRE DANGER TOWN for 2 months put not only my family and home in danger but my entire FIRE VULNERABLE COMMUNITY AT RISK. The company headquarters ...

Jul 26, 2021 Service Brakes Crash

Motor shuts down completely disabling the car electronically. I lose my brakes and my steering. In February 2020, I almost died driving the vehicle the car engine seized while driving and was replaced by KIA. I never received an itemized bill from Dealership they stole the rental from my private dr...

Jul 26, 2021 Engine Crash

Motor shuts down completely disabling the car electronically. I lose my brakes and my steering. In February 2020, I almost died driving the vehicle the car engine seized while driving and was replaced by KIA. I never received an itemized bill from Dealership they stole the rental from my private dr...

Jul 26, 2021 Steering Crash

Motor shuts down completely disabling the car electronically. I lose my brakes and my steering. In February 2020, I almost died driving the vehicle the car engine seized while driving and was replaced by KIA. I never received an itemized bill from Dealership they stole the rental from my private dr...

Jul 25, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Intermittently and unpredictably, my V6 Sorrento just loses all power when trying to accelerate. This occurs when trying to accelerate from a stop or slow roll, but not when moving along at over, say, 20 mph. Obviously, this can be a very dangerous thing when trying to cross or pull out onto a stre...

Jul 25, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Intermittently and unpredictably, my V6 Sorrento just loses all power when trying to accelerate. This occurs when trying to accelerate from a stop or slow roll, but not when moving along at over, say, 20 mph. Obviously, this can be a very dangerous thing when trying to cross or pull out onto a stre...

Jul 23, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Headlights keep burning out. I've replaced the driver's side low-beam bulb seven times in the last year and the passenger side twice. Both are currently blown out again.

Jul 23, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Headlights keep burning out. I've replaced the driver's side low-beam bulb seven times in the last year and the passenger side twice. Both are currently blown out again.

Jul 22, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V331000 (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...

Jul 22, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V331000 (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...

Jul 19, 2021 Unknown Or Other 123,050 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space and making a left turn, the contact heard an abnormal popping. The contact felt the vehicle was dragging something underneath the vehicle. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle how...

Jul 19, 2021 Unknown Or Other 123,050 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space and making a left turn, the contact heard an abnormal popping. The contact felt the vehicle was dragging something underneath the vehicle. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle how...

Jul 15, 2021 Engine

I was driving down the highway when the battery light came on and the engine died. I had the vehicle towed to Kia. The informed that the engine di not meet the recall requirements for replacement. The engines are obviously not well made and Kia needs to replace them when they fail. Thank you for...

Jul 15, 2021 Engine

I was driving down the highway when the battery light came on and the engine died. I had the vehicle towed to Kia. The informed that the engine di not meet the recall requirements for replacement. The engines are obviously not well made and Kia needs to replace them when they fail. Thank you for...

Jul 13, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Vehicle has low visibility on low beam, even with aftermarket LEDS there is still low visibility with the low beams, car need to be driven on high beam and it is illegal to drive with high beams as you blind cars driving on opposite direction, and a fine could be impose as well.

Jul 13, 2021 Visibility/wiper

Vehicle has low visibility on low beam, even with aftermarket LEDS there is still low visibility with the low beams, car need to be driven on high beam and it is illegal to drive with high beams as you blind cars driving on opposite direction, and a fine could be impose as well.

Jul 13, 2021 Exterior Lighting

Vehicle has low visibility on low beam, even with aftermarket LEDS there is still low visibility with the low beams, car need to be driven on high beam and it is illegal to drive with high beams as you blind cars driving on opposite direction, and a fine could be impose as well.

Jul 13, 2021 Visibility/wiper

Vehicle has low visibility on low beam, even with aftermarket LEDS there is still low visibility with the low beams, car need to be driven on high beam and it is illegal to drive with high beams as you blind cars driving on opposite direction, and a fine could be impose as well.

Jul 2, 2021 Engine

On May 10th 2021 the engine ceased on my 2015 Kia Sorento. The car was towed by AAA to Grand Prairie, Texas. Note, the cadillac converter was stolen at this location and Christian Brothers did replace it. They notified us that the engine needed to be replaced. I then had it towed on May 19, 2021 to ...

Jul 2, 2021 Engine

On May 10th 2021 the engine ceased on my 2015 Kia Sorento. The car was towed by AAA to Grand Prairie, Texas. Note, the cadillac converter was stolen at this location and Christian Brothers did replace it. They notified us that the engine needed to be replaced. I then had it towed on May 19, 2021 to ...

Jul 1, 2021 Steering Crash

car re-experienced power loss and steering failure as previously reported to NHTSA ID: 11244200. this time we narrowly missed a tree and only the right passenger tire made an impact on side of the road/mountain. side curtain airbags deployed I have been in contact with Kia about the ongoing issues r...

Jul 1, 2021 Steering Crash

car re-experienced power loss and steering failure as previously reported to NHTSA ID: 11244200. this time we narrowly missed a tree and only the right passenger tire made an impact on side of the road/mountain. side curtain airbags deployed I have been in contact with Kia about the ongoing issues r...

Jun 30, 2021 Engine

On June 23rd my 2015 Kia Sorento with a 3.3 l engine V6 started making noises and I called a dealership and they asked if it sounded like knocking noises and I said no it sounded more like exhaust noise within an hour my car was losing power it was idling very rough and I took it into the dealership...

Jun 30, 2021 Electrical System

On June 23rd my 2015 Kia Sorento with a 3.3 l engine V6 started making noises and I called a dealership and they asked if it sounded like knocking noises and I said no it sounded more like exhaust noise within an hour my car was losing power it was idling very rough and I took it into the dealership...

Jun 30, 2021 Engine

On June 23rd my 2015 Kia Sorento with a 3.3 l engine V6 started making noises and I called a dealership and they asked if it sounded like knocking noises and I said no it sounded more like exhaust noise within an hour my car was losing power it was idling very rough and I took it into the dealership...

Jun 30, 2021 Electrical System

On June 23rd my 2015 Kia Sorento with a 3.3 l engine V6 started making noises and I called a dealership and they asked if it sounded like knocking noises and I said no it sounded more like exhaust noise within an hour my car was losing power it was idling very rough and I took it into the dealership...

Jun 29, 2021 Engine

Low audible knocking in engine compartment that progressively became louder over the next 2 days. Engine stalled, flashing check engine light appeared. Vehicle is now un-drivable because of a P1326 code that is common in these Hyundai/Kia engines. Oil change was last done less than 2 months ago and ...

Jun 29, 2021 Engine 53,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The vehicle loss motive power without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the oil level was inspected. The contact was informed that there was too much oil...

Jun 29, 2021 Engine

Low audible knocking in engine compartment that progressively became louder over the next 2 days. Engine stalled, flashing check engine light appeared. Vehicle is now un-drivable because of a P1326 code that is common in these Hyundai/Kia engines. Oil change was last done less than 2 months ago and ...

Jun 29, 2021 Engine 53,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The vehicle loss motive power without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the oil level was inspected. The contact was informed that there was too much oil...

Jun 27, 2021 Engine

Had engine replaced due to recall and now its doing the same thing as it was before the engine replacement by kia. I was going 65mph with cruise control active on the highway and all of a sudden it slowed me down to 20mph, check engine light blinking and went into limp mode. Will not go over 2000rpm...

Jun 27, 2021 Engine

Had engine replaced due to recall and now its doing the same thing as it was before the engine replacement by kia. I was going 65mph with cruise control active on the highway and all of a sudden it slowed me down to 20mph, check engine light blinking and went into limp mode. Will not go over 2000rpm...

Jun 22, 2021 Exterior Lighting 16,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the headlights were dim and failed to produce adequate lighting. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was ...

Jun 22, 2021 Exterior Lighting 16,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the headlights were dim and failed to produce adequate lighting. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was ...

Jun 22, 2021 Unknown Or Other

In July of 2019 I purchased a 2015 Kia Sorento from Haley Toyota of Richmond. About 7 days after purchasing my Sorento, it was cutting off on me while driving and not starting. It was during the hot summer and I would be in the car with my kids sweating stuck hours away from home until the car decid...

Jun 22, 2021 Exterior Lighting 16,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the headlights were dim and failed to produce adequate lighting. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was ...

Jun 22, 2021 Exterior Lighting 16,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the headlights were dim and failed to produce adequate lighting. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was ...

Jun 22, 2021 Unknown Or Other

In July of 2019 I purchased a 2015 Kia Sorento from Haley Toyota of Richmond. About 7 days after purchasing my Sorento, it was cutting off on me while driving and not starting. It was during the hot summer and I would be in the car with my kids sweating stuck hours away from home until the car decid...

Jun 21, 2021 Electrical System

This is a continuing problem. I have previously reported this issue to KIA and it has fallen in silent ears. For whatever reason my vehicle has been bone dry of oil. There is no warning that the oil is low. No indicator comes on., nothing! This can happen immediately after an oil change. The oil doe...

Jun 21, 2021 Unknown Or Other

This is a continuing problem. I have previously reported this issue to KIA and it has fallen in silent ears. For whatever reason my vehicle has been bone dry of oil. There is no warning that the oil is low. No indicator comes on., nothing! This can happen immediately after an oil change. The oil doe...

Jun 21, 2021 Electrical System

This is a continuing problem. I have previously reported this issue to KIA and it has fallen in silent ears. For whatever reason my vehicle has been bone dry of oil. There is no warning that the oil is low. No indicator comes on., nothing! This can happen immediately after an oil change. The oil doe...

Jun 21, 2021 Unknown Or Other

This is a continuing problem. I have previously reported this issue to KIA and it has fallen in silent ears. For whatever reason my vehicle has been bone dry of oil. There is no warning that the oil is low. No indicator comes on., nothing! This can happen immediately after an oil change. The oil doe...

Jun 20, 2021 Structure

There is no incident or cause. The paint from the hood and top is coming off in big flakes.

Jun 20, 2021 Structure

There is no incident or cause. The paint from the hood and top is coming off in big flakes.

Jun 14, 2021 Engine

In late Feb. 2021 my check engine light came on, as well as my UVO system telling me there was something wrong with my emission's control systems. I immediately stopped & had the code read. P0447 Evaporative Emission system-Vent Control Circuit Open. My husband researched & found there was a wir...

Jun 14, 2021 Unknown Or Other

After engine replacement the car has a major loss of power that occurs intermittently. When accelerating the car will stutter and slow down I live In The mountains and there are a lot of blind corners that are safe to Navigate when the vehicle responds properly. I have almost been tboned by oncoming...

Jun 14, 2021 Structure

My 2015 Kia Sorento's pearl white paint is now coming off in large chunks. My insurance company did review the claim I filed, however, they noted that this situation has been reported numerous times with the same pearl white paint. They did not cover my claim because they have determined this is a...

Jun 14, 2021 Engine

In late Feb. 2021 my check engine light came on, as well as my UVO system telling me there was something wrong with my emission's control systems. I immediately stopped & had the code read. P0447 Evaporative Emission system-Vent Control Circuit Open. My husband researched & found there was a wir...

Jun 14, 2021 Unknown Or Other

After engine replacement the car has a major loss of power that occurs intermittently. When accelerating the car will stutter and slow down I live In The mountains and there are a lot of blind corners that are safe to Navigate when the vehicle responds properly. I have almost been tboned by oncoming...

Jun 14, 2021 Structure

My 2015 Kia Sorento's pearl white paint is now coming off in large chunks. My insurance company did review the claim I filed, however, they noted that this situation has been reported numerous times with the same pearl white paint. They did not cover my claim because they have determined this is a...

Jun 13, 2021 Engine Crash Fire

As soon as I pulled it off the lot within a few months I had some stalling where it would only go 30 mph I was pushing down on the gas full blown and then all of a sudden it would jerk and then it would go again I took it to the dealership the first time in 2016 and I told him that and they said the...

Jun 13, 2021 Engine Crash Fire

As soon as I pulled it off the lot within a few months I had some stalling where it would only go 30 mph I was pushing down on the gas full blown and then all of a sudden it would jerk and then it would go again I took it to the dealership the first time in 2016 and I told him that and they said the...

Jun 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Head light low beams keep burning out on a frequent basis. have to replace couple times a year. have tried led lamps but no after market led lamps seem to fit correctly. have not found any suitable led lamps to use. Halogens continue to burn out. sometimes one light goes out and then will come ba...

Jun 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I have a pearl white Kia Sorento and the paint is peeling and flaking badly in several areas. It is progressively getting worse and it makes the vehicle look terrible.

Jun 11, 2021 Structure

I have a pearl white Kia Sorento and the paint is peeling and flaking badly in several areas. It is progressively getting worse and it makes the vehicle look terrible.

Jun 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Head light low beams keep burning out on a frequent basis. have to replace couple times a year. have tried led lamps but no after market led lamps seem to fit correctly. have not found any suitable led lamps to use. Halogens continue to burn out. sometimes one light goes out and then will come ba...

Jun 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I have a pearl white Kia Sorento and the paint is peeling and flaking badly in several areas. It is progressively getting worse and it makes the vehicle look terrible.

Jun 11, 2021 Structure

I have a pearl white Kia Sorento and the paint is peeling and flaking badly in several areas. It is progressively getting worse and it makes the vehicle look terrible.

Jun 7, 2021 Structure

The White Pearl paint on our 2015 KIA Sorento has been chipping and delaminating. It's occurring all over the car's body but mainly on the hood, roof, and passenger side of the windshield. The damage started occurring in 2019.

Jun 7, 2021 Structure

The White Pearl paint on our 2015 KIA Sorento has been chipping and delaminating. It's occurring all over the car's body but mainly on the hood, roof, and passenger side of the windshield. The damage started occurring in 2019.

May 31, 2021 Engine

Engine failure due to bad rod bearing. Kia will not fix the engine due to a software update not fixed previously. This vehicle was just purchased. A software update will not fix a premature engine failure. The update only turns on the check engine light if the knock sensor detects a knock.

May 31, 2021 Engine

Engine failure due to bad rod bearing. Kia will not fix the engine due to a software update not fixed previously. This vehicle was just purchased. A software update will not fix a premature engine failure. The update only turns on the check engine light if the knock sensor detects a knock.

May 14, 2021 Service Brakes

THE BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED. I HAD TO PRESS DOWN EXTREMELY HARD TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP.0507

May 14, 2021 Service Brakes

THE BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED. I HAD TO PRESS DOWN EXTREMELY HARD TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP.0507

May 13, 2021 Engine 97,950 mi

MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR DID NOT SEEM TO BE HANDLING ANY DIFFERENT THEN NORMAL, ASIDE FROM A RECENT RATTLING SOUND ON START UP THAT WOULD LESSEN AFTER IDLING/RUNNING FOR A FEW MINUTES. I TOOK IT IN TO GET THE CODE READ, AND WAS GIVEN A CODE INDICATING THE TIMING CAM WAS O...

May 13, 2021 Engine 97,950 mi

MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR DID NOT SEEM TO BE HANDLING ANY DIFFERENT THEN NORMAL, ASIDE FROM A RECENT RATTLING SOUND ON START UP THAT WOULD LESSEN AFTER IDLING/RUNNING FOR A FEW MINUTES. I TOOK IT IN TO GET THE CODE READ, AND WAS GIVEN A CODE INDICATING THE TIMING CAM WAS O...

May 3, 2021 Electrical System 87,000 mi

MONITOR THAT DISPLAYS DEFOGGER & DEFROSTER IS NOT DISPLAYING INFORMATION.......... THIS MONITOR IS PART OF THE VEHICLE'S "MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM"......WHICH DISPLAYS :: GPS, RADIO CHANNELS, HEATING, AIR CONDITIONS, DEFROSTING-DEFOGGER..... I PAID $700.00 & $65. 10/05/2018 TO REPLACE THIS SAME "NAVIGA...

May 3, 2021 Visibility/wiper 87,000 mi

MONITOR THAT DISPLAYS DEFOGGER & DEFROSTER IS NOT DISPLAYING INFORMATION.......... THIS MONITOR IS PART OF THE VEHICLE'S "MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM"......WHICH DISPLAYS :: GPS, RADIO CHANNELS, HEATING, AIR CONDITIONS, DEFROSTING-DEFOGGER..... I PAID $700.00 & $65. 10/05/2018 TO REPLACE THIS SAME "NAVIGA...

May 3, 2021 Unknown Or Other 87,000 mi

MONITOR THAT DISPLAYS DEFOGGER & DEFROSTER IS NOT DISPLAYING INFORMATION.......... THIS MONITOR IS PART OF THE VEHICLE'S "MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM"......WHICH DISPLAYS :: GPS, RADIO CHANNELS, HEATING, AIR CONDITIONS, DEFROSTING-DEFOGGER..... I PAID $700.00 & $65. 10/05/2018 TO REPLACE THIS SAME "NAVIGA...

May 3, 2021 Electrical System 87,000 mi

MONITOR THAT DISPLAYS DEFOGGER & DEFROSTER IS NOT DISPLAYING INFORMATION.......... THIS MONITOR IS PART OF THE VEHICLE'S "MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM"......WHICH DISPLAYS :: GPS, RADIO CHANNELS, HEATING, AIR CONDITIONS, DEFROSTING-DEFOGGER..... I PAID $700.00 & $65. 10/05/2018 TO REPLACE THIS SAME "NAVIGA...

May 3, 2021 Visibility/wiper 87,000 mi

MONITOR THAT DISPLAYS DEFOGGER & DEFROSTER IS NOT DISPLAYING INFORMATION.......... THIS MONITOR IS PART OF THE VEHICLE'S "MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM"......WHICH DISPLAYS :: GPS, RADIO CHANNELS, HEATING, AIR CONDITIONS, DEFROSTING-DEFOGGER..... I PAID $700.00 & $65. 10/05/2018 TO REPLACE THIS SAME "NAVIGA...

May 3, 2021 Unknown Or Other 87,000 mi

MONITOR THAT DISPLAYS DEFOGGER & DEFROSTER IS NOT DISPLAYING INFORMATION.......... THIS MONITOR IS PART OF THE VEHICLE'S "MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM"......WHICH DISPLAYS :: GPS, RADIO CHANNELS, HEATING, AIR CONDITIONS, DEFROSTING-DEFOGGER..... I PAID $700.00 & $65. 10/05/2018 TO REPLACE THIS SAME "NAVIGA...

Apr 30, 2021 Exterior Lighting 25,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE LOW-BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ADEQUATELY ILLUMINATE THE ROADWAY, CAUSING A VISIBILITY HAZARD FOR THE DRIVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WALLACE KIA LOCATED AT 3131 SE FEDERAL HWY, STUART, FL 34994 WHO WAS UNAB...

Apr 30, 2021 Engine 91,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH AND APPROACHING A HIGHWAY EXIT, THE CONTACT SLOWED DOWN. AFTER ENTERING THE EXIT RAMP, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT S...

Apr 30, 2021 Exterior Lighting 25,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE LOW-BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ADEQUATELY ILLUMINATE THE ROADWAY, CAUSING A VISIBILITY HAZARD FOR THE DRIVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WALLACE KIA LOCATED AT 3131 SE FEDERAL HWY, STUART, FL 34994 WHO WAS UNAB...

Apr 30, 2021 Engine 91,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH AND APPROACHING A HIGHWAY EXIT, THE CONTACT SLOWED DOWN. AFTER ENTERING THE EXIT RAMP, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT S...

Apr 29, 2021 Structure 138,000 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IN THE RAIN, I NOTICED SMALL OBJECTS HITTING MY WINDSHIELD. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED I NOTICED THERE WERE SEVERAL POINTS ON THE BODY OF MY CAR THAT THE PAINT START PEELING. NO ROCKS OR OTHER OBJECTS WERE HIT DURING THE DRIVE JUST FAULTY PAINT (KIA SORENTO 2015 P...

Apr 29, 2021 Structure 124,000 mi

THE PAINT ON THE VEHICLE IS PEELING RAPIDLY. IT ORIGINALLY APPEARED TO POSSIBLY BE A CHIP BUT IT IS HAPPENING ALL OVER THE VEHICLE AND CONTINUES TO SPREAD. THE VEHICLE IS WASHED REGULARLY AND THERE IS NO REASON THE PAINT SHOULD BE PEELING LIKE THIS.

Apr 29, 2021 Structure 138,000 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IN THE RAIN, I NOTICED SMALL OBJECTS HITTING MY WINDSHIELD. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED I NOTICED THERE WERE SEVERAL POINTS ON THE BODY OF MY CAR THAT THE PAINT START PEELING. NO ROCKS OR OTHER OBJECTS WERE HIT DURING THE DRIVE JUST FAULTY PAINT (KIA SORENTO 2015 P...

Apr 29, 2021 Structure 124,000 mi

THE PAINT ON THE VEHICLE IS PEELING RAPIDLY. IT ORIGINALLY APPEARED TO POSSIBLY BE A CHIP BUT IT IS HAPPENING ALL OVER THE VEHICLE AND CONTINUES TO SPREAD. THE VEHICLE IS WASHED REGULARLY AND THERE IS NO REASON THE PAINT SHOULD BE PEELING LIKE THIS.

Apr 28, 2021 Electrical System 143,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 77MPH MY CAR FAILED TO SHIFT WHILE GOING UP A HILL AND STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. THEN OUT OF CRUISE CONTROL THE CAR MADE A LOUD BAG AND POP AND SMOKED. WE PULLED OVER AND THE CAR MOTOR HAD THEN BEEN SEIZED AND WOULD NOT START...

Apr 28, 2021 Engine 143,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 77MPH MY CAR FAILED TO SHIFT WHILE GOING UP A HILL AND STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. THEN OUT OF CRUISE CONTROL THE CAR MADE A LOUD BAG AND POP AND SMOKED. WE PULLED OVER AND THE CAR MOTOR HAD THEN BEEN SEIZED AND WOULD NOT START...

Apr 28, 2021 Electrical System 143,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 77MPH MY CAR FAILED TO SHIFT WHILE GOING UP A HILL AND STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. THEN OUT OF CRUISE CONTROL THE CAR MADE A LOUD BAG AND POP AND SMOKED. WE PULLED OVER AND THE CAR MOTOR HAD THEN BEEN SEIZED AND WOULD NOT START...

Apr 28, 2021 Engine 143,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 77MPH MY CAR FAILED TO SHIFT WHILE GOING UP A HILL AND STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. THEN OUT OF CRUISE CONTROL THE CAR MADE A LOUD BAG AND POP AND SMOKED. WE PULLED OVER AND THE CAR MOTOR HAD THEN BEEN SEIZED AND WOULD NOT START...

Apr 23, 2021 Exterior Lighting 30 mi

MY LOW BEAMS ARE VERY DIM AND IT IS VERY HARD TO SEE THE ROAD AT NIGHT. I CAN'T SEE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT.

Apr 23, 2021 Exterior Lighting 30 mi

MY LOW BEAMS ARE VERY DIM AND IT IS VERY HARD TO SEE THE ROAD AT NIGHT. I CAN'T SEE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT.

Apr 14, 2021 Engine 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE, THE ENGINE "SHUT OFF" AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED RUNNING. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO COAST SOMEWHAT OFF THE ROAD AT A ROUND-ABOUT. I HAD MY 3 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER IN THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS VERY COLD. I WAS TOLD LATER THE ENGINE HAD SEIZED AND THERE WERE METAL SH...

Apr 14, 2021 Engine 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE, THE ENGINE "SHUT OFF" AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED RUNNING. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO COAST SOMEWHAT OFF THE ROAD AT A ROUND-ABOUT. I HAD MY 3 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER IN THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS VERY COLD. I WAS TOLD LATER THE ENGINE HAD SEIZED AND THERE WERE METAL SH...

Apr 12, 2021 Steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS ON AN UNEVEN SURFACE, SHE LOSS C...

Apr 12, 2021 Steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS ON AN UNEVEN SURFACE, SHE LOSS C...

Apr 11, 2021 Steering 35,000 mi

CLUNKING WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL, LARGE VIBRATION, AUTO REPAIR SHOP SAYS STEERING SECTOR SHAFT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED

Apr 11, 2021 Steering 35,000 mi

CLUNKING WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL, LARGE VIBRATION, AUTO REPAIR SHOP SAYS STEERING SECTOR SHAFT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED

Apr 7, 2021 Exterior Lighting

AFTER REPLACING BULBS, HEADLIGHTS, ESPECIALLY LOW BEAMS, ARE DANGEROUSLY LOW. VERY LOW VISIBILITY AT NIGHT AND EVEN MORE DIFFICULT TO SEE WHEN THERE IS ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND WHEN IT IS RAINING. THIS MORNING ON MY WAY INTO WORK IT WAS RAINING AND ALMOST MISSED A CURVE IN THE ROAD DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY...

Apr 7, 2021 Exterior Lighting

AFTER REPLACING BULBS, HEADLIGHTS, ESPECIALLY LOW BEAMS, ARE DANGEROUSLY LOW. VERY LOW VISIBILITY AT NIGHT AND EVEN MORE DIFFICULT TO SEE WHEN THERE IS ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND WHEN IT IS RAINING. THIS MORNING ON MY WAY INTO WORK IT WAS RAINING AND ALMOST MISSED A CURVE IN THE ROAD DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY...

Mar 31, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control

I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT MY WHEEL SPEED SENSOR NEEDS REPLACING. I CHECKED ONLINE AND KIA ISSUED A RECALL FOR THIS BUT WAS TOLD THAT MY VIN# WASN'T ON THE LIST AND I WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE FULL REPAIR. I CHECKED A NUMBER OF ONLINE FORUMS AND THOUGH IT SEEMS THAT KIA HAS ISSUED A RECALL BUT TH...

Mar 31, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control

I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT MY WHEEL SPEED SENSOR NEEDS REPLACING. I CHECKED ONLINE AND KIA ISSUED A RECALL FOR THIS BUT WAS TOLD THAT MY VIN# WASN'T ON THE LIST AND I WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE FULL REPAIR. I CHECKED A NUMBER OF ONLINE FORUMS AND THOUGH IT SEEMS THAT KIA HAS ISSUED A RECALL BUT TH...

Mar 30, 2021 Structure 71,200 mi

I HAVE A 2015 KIA SORENTO WHITE PEARL FINISH. PAINT STARTED CHIPPING ON IT LAST YEAR AND JUST NOTICED A FEW WEEKS AGO AFTER WASHING IT THAT CHUNKS OF PAINT STARTED COMING OFF ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND ON THE HOOD. I HAD JUST FIXED CHIPPING ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD A WEEK PRIOR.

Mar 30, 2021 Structure 71,200 mi

I HAVE A 2015 KIA SORENTO WHITE PEARL FINISH. PAINT STARTED CHIPPING ON IT LAST YEAR AND JUST NOTICED A FEW WEEKS AGO AFTER WASHING IT THAT CHUNKS OF PAINT STARTED COMING OFF ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND ON THE HOOD. I HAD JUST FIXED CHIPPING ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD A WEEK PRIOR.

Mar 26, 2021 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

A FEW MONTHS BACK, MAYBE OSEPT/OCT MY ABS LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON (YELLOW) AND I HAD IT CHECKED AND THEY SAID IT WAS A WHEEL SENSIOR AND ITS VERY COSTLY SO AS OF YET IT HASNT BEEN FIXED. NOW YESTERDAY MY BRAKE LIGHT AT THE BOTTOM OF MY DASH CAME ON (RED) AND ITS A DOUBLE AND SAID BREAK. I...

Mar 26, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

A FEW MONTHS BACK, MAYBE OSEPT/OCT MY ABS LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON (YELLOW) AND I HAD IT CHECKED AND THEY SAID IT WAS A WHEEL SENSIOR AND ITS VERY COSTLY SO AS OF YET IT HASNT BEEN FIXED. NOW YESTERDAY MY BRAKE LIGHT AT THE BOTTOM OF MY DASH CAME ON (RED) AND ITS A DOUBLE AND SAID BREAK. I...

Mar 26, 2021 Engine Fire 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEIR SON WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT WHEN THE CONTACTS SON PROCEEDED TO DRIVE AFTER THE LIGHT TURN GREEN, THEY SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE FRONT HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACTS SON PULLED THE VEHICLE OV...

Mar 26, 2021 Unknown Or Other

IT STARTED WITH A SMALL SPOTS ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE HOOD. THAT SPOT GRADUALLY GREW AND MORE SPOTS STARTED PEELING. THE NEXT CAME ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE ON THE FRAME OF THE WINDSHIELD THEN ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. PIECES OF PAINT JUST PEELED OFF. THERE'S ABOUT A GOOD 8" LONG PATCH THAT HAS NO PAINT...

Mar 26, 2021 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

A FEW MONTHS BACK, MAYBE OSEPT/OCT MY ABS LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON (YELLOW) AND I HAD IT CHECKED AND THEY SAID IT WAS A WHEEL SENSIOR AND ITS VERY COSTLY SO AS OF YET IT HASNT BEEN FIXED. NOW YESTERDAY MY BRAKE LIGHT AT THE BOTTOM OF MY DASH CAME ON (RED) AND ITS A DOUBLE AND SAID BREAK. I...

Mar 26, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

A FEW MONTHS BACK, MAYBE OSEPT/OCT MY ABS LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON (YELLOW) AND I HAD IT CHECKED AND THEY SAID IT WAS A WHEEL SENSIOR AND ITS VERY COSTLY SO AS OF YET IT HASNT BEEN FIXED. NOW YESTERDAY MY BRAKE LIGHT AT THE BOTTOM OF MY DASH CAME ON (RED) AND ITS A DOUBLE AND SAID BREAK. I...

Mar 26, 2021 Engine Fire 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEIR SON WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT WHEN THE CONTACTS SON PROCEEDED TO DRIVE AFTER THE LIGHT TURN GREEN, THEY SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE FRONT HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACTS SON PULLED THE VEHICLE OV...

Mar 26, 2021 Unknown Or Other

IT STARTED WITH A SMALL SPOTS ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE HOOD. THAT SPOT GRADUALLY GREW AND MORE SPOTS STARTED PEELING. THE NEXT CAME ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE ON THE FRAME OF THE WINDSHIELD THEN ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. PIECES OF PAINT JUST PEELED OFF. THERE'S ABOUT A GOOD 8" LONG PATCH THAT HAS NO PAINT...

Mar 20, 2021 Engine 80,000 mi

AFTER MY 2015 KIA SORENTO SX WAS RECALLED FOR FAULTY ENGINE; IT WAS REBUILT. HOWEVER, MY CAR HAS RECENTLY STALLED WHILE DRIVING AND I HAD TO GET IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. I WAS TOLD THERE WAS ANOTHER ENGINE OIL LEAK. THEY CLAIMED TO REBUILD THE ENGINE, BUT I AM HAVING THE SAME EXACT ISSUE. I H...

Mar 20, 2021 Structure 71,112 mi

I NOTICED MY 2015 KIA SORENTO WITH WHITE PEARL PAINT IS CHIPPING AND COMING OFF IN SEVERAL PLACES. I HAVE FIXED A FEW WITH YHE KIA WHITE PEARL TOUCH UP PAINT. I NOTICED TODAY THREE MORE AREAS THAT ARE CHIPPING. TWO ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND ONE LARGE CHIPPING AREA ON THE HOOD. THE CHIP ON THE HOOD LO...

Mar 20, 2021 Engine 80,000 mi

AFTER MY 2015 KIA SORENTO SX WAS RECALLED FOR FAULTY ENGINE; IT WAS REBUILT. HOWEVER, MY CAR HAS RECENTLY STALLED WHILE DRIVING AND I HAD TO GET IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. I WAS TOLD THERE WAS ANOTHER ENGINE OIL LEAK. THEY CLAIMED TO REBUILD THE ENGINE, BUT I AM HAVING THE SAME EXACT ISSUE. I H...

Mar 20, 2021 Structure 71,112 mi

I NOTICED MY 2015 KIA SORENTO WITH WHITE PEARL PAINT IS CHIPPING AND COMING OFF IN SEVERAL PLACES. I HAVE FIXED A FEW WITH YHE KIA WHITE PEARL TOUCH UP PAINT. I NOTICED TODAY THREE MORE AREAS THAT ARE CHIPPING. TWO ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND ONE LARGE CHIPPING AREA ON THE HOOD. THE CHIP ON THE HOOD LO...

Mar 17, 2021 Engine 125,000 mi

VEHICLE LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS, NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. DAUGHTER IN-LAW WAS DRIVING VEHICLE. SHE MADE IT HOME WITH VEHICLE. MY SON LOOKED AT VEHICLE WHEN HE GOT HOME FROM WORK. HE FOUND OIL TO BE LOW, OIL WAS CHANGED IN JANUARY. NO SIGNS OF OIL LEAKING. HE REMOVED O...

Mar 17, 2021 Engine 125,000 mi

VEHICLE LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS, NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. DAUGHTER IN-LAW WAS DRIVING VEHICLE. SHE MADE IT HOME WITH VEHICLE. MY SON LOOKED AT VEHICLE WHEN HE GOT HOME FROM WORK. HE FOUND OIL TO BE LOW, OIL WAS CHANGED IN JANUARY. NO SIGNS OF OIL LEAKING. HE REMOVED O...

Mar 16, 2021 Structure 53,500 mi

ORIGINAL WHITE PEARL PAINT ON BODY OF CAR IS PEELING OFF IN BIG CHUNKS, THERE MUST BE A PROBLEM WITH THE PAINT OR PAINTING PROCESS KIA USED

Mar 16, 2021 Structure 53,500 mi

ORIGINAL WHITE PEARL PAINT ON BODY OF CAR IS PEELING OFF IN BIG CHUNKS, THERE MUST BE A PROBLEM WITH THE PAINT OR PAINTING PROCESS KIA USED

Mar 15, 2021 Engine 127,000 mi

I NOTICED MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO WAS IDLING VERY HARD. THIS STOPPED MOMENTARILY AND THEN BEGAN AGAIN AND THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE VEHICLE STRUGGLES TO ACCELERATE AND I TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF. UPON INSPECTING THERE WAS NO OIL LEAK BUT LITTLE TO NO OIL IN THE ENGINE AND NO INDICATION OF A P...

Mar 15, 2021 Power Train 127,000 mi

I NOTICED MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO WAS IDLING VERY HARD. THIS STOPPED MOMENTARILY AND THEN BEGAN AGAIN AND THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE VEHICLE STRUGGLES TO ACCELERATE AND I TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF. UPON INSPECTING THERE WAS NO OIL LEAK BUT LITTLE TO NO OIL IN THE ENGINE AND NO INDICATION OF A P...

Mar 15, 2021 Engine 127,000 mi

I NOTICED MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO WAS IDLING VERY HARD. THIS STOPPED MOMENTARILY AND THEN BEGAN AGAIN AND THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE VEHICLE STRUGGLES TO ACCELERATE AND I TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF. UPON INSPECTING THERE WAS NO OIL LEAK BUT LITTLE TO NO OIL IN THE ENGINE AND NO INDICATION OF A P...

Mar 15, 2021 Power Train 127,000 mi

I NOTICED MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO WAS IDLING VERY HARD. THIS STOPPED MOMENTARILY AND THEN BEGAN AGAIN AND THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE VEHICLE STRUGGLES TO ACCELERATE AND I TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF. UPON INSPECTING THERE WAS NO OIL LEAK BUT LITTLE TO NO OIL IN THE ENGINE AND NO INDICATION OF A P...

Mar 14, 2021 Electrical System 117,000 mi

TOOK MY CAR TO THE MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION REGARDING LOW BEAM LIGHTS SHUTTING OFF WHEN I TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS. THIS OCCURRED FREQUENTLY WHEN USING HIGH BEAMS. ALSO, MY HEADLIGHTS (LOW BEAMS) CONSISTENTLY BURNT OUT. HAD TO INSTALL 2-3 NEW BULBS IN EACH HEADLIGHT (WITHIN 1 YR.). MECHANIC SAID...

Mar 14, 2021 Engine 117,000 mi

TOOK MY CAR TO THE MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION REGARDING LOW BEAM LIGHTS SHUTTING OFF WHEN I TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS. THIS OCCURRED FREQUENTLY WHEN USING HIGH BEAMS. ALSO, MY HEADLIGHTS (LOW BEAMS) CONSISTENTLY BURNT OUT. HAD TO INSTALL 2-3 NEW BULBS IN EACH HEADLIGHT (WITHIN 1 YR.). MECHANIC SAID...

Mar 14, 2021 Exterior Lighting 117,000 mi

TOOK MY CAR TO THE MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION REGARDING LOW BEAM LIGHTS SHUTTING OFF WHEN I TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS. THIS OCCURRED FREQUENTLY WHEN USING HIGH BEAMS. ALSO, MY HEADLIGHTS (LOW BEAMS) CONSISTENTLY BURNT OUT. HAD TO INSTALL 2-3 NEW BULBS IN EACH HEADLIGHT (WITHIN 1 YR.). MECHANIC SAID...

Mar 14, 2021 Electrical System 117,000 mi

TOOK MY CAR TO THE MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION REGARDING LOW BEAM LIGHTS SHUTTING OFF WHEN I TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS. THIS OCCURRED FREQUENTLY WHEN USING HIGH BEAMS. ALSO, MY HEADLIGHTS (LOW BEAMS) CONSISTENTLY BURNT OUT. HAD TO INSTALL 2-3 NEW BULBS IN EACH HEADLIGHT (WITHIN 1 YR.). MECHANIC SAID...

Mar 14, 2021 Engine 117,000 mi

TOOK MY CAR TO THE MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION REGARDING LOW BEAM LIGHTS SHUTTING OFF WHEN I TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS. THIS OCCURRED FREQUENTLY WHEN USING HIGH BEAMS. ALSO, MY HEADLIGHTS (LOW BEAMS) CONSISTENTLY BURNT OUT. HAD TO INSTALL 2-3 NEW BULBS IN EACH HEADLIGHT (WITHIN 1 YR.). MECHANIC SAID...

Mar 14, 2021 Exterior Lighting 117,000 mi

TOOK MY CAR TO THE MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION REGARDING LOW BEAM LIGHTS SHUTTING OFF WHEN I TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS. THIS OCCURRED FREQUENTLY WHEN USING HIGH BEAMS. ALSO, MY HEADLIGHTS (LOW BEAMS) CONSISTENTLY BURNT OUT. HAD TO INSTALL 2-3 NEW BULBS IN EACH HEADLIGHT (WITHIN 1 YR.). MECHANIC SAID...

Mar 9, 2021 Structure 156,000 mi

MY PAINT BEGAN TO PEAL AROUND THE FRAME OF THE WINDSHIELD. WHEN I INQUIRED AT KIA, THEY CLAIMED THAT BECAUSE IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR AND I HAD PAST MY WARRANTY OF MILEAGE (BECAUSE IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR) THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO FOR ME. I INQUIRED AT A LOCAL PAINT SHOP AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE S...

Mar 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other 156,000 mi

MY PAINT BEGAN TO PEAL AROUND THE FRAME OF THE WINDSHIELD. WHEN I INQUIRED AT KIA, THEY CLAIMED THAT BECAUSE IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR AND I HAD PAST MY WARRANTY OF MILEAGE (BECAUSE IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR) THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO FOR ME. I INQUIRED AT A LOCAL PAINT SHOP AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE S...

Mar 9, 2021 Structure 40,000 mi

PAINT DELAMINATING, NOT DUE TO ROCK CHIP OR WEATHER. IS VERY COMMON IN THIS SPECIFIC PAINT COLOR ON THIS SPECIFIC MODEL (PEARL WHITE, KIA SORENTO)

Mar 9, 2021 Structure 156,000 mi

MY PAINT BEGAN TO PEAL AROUND THE FRAME OF THE WINDSHIELD. WHEN I INQUIRED AT KIA, THEY CLAIMED THAT BECAUSE IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR AND I HAD PAST MY WARRANTY OF MILEAGE (BECAUSE IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR) THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO FOR ME. I INQUIRED AT A LOCAL PAINT SHOP AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE S...

Mar 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other 156,000 mi

MY PAINT BEGAN TO PEAL AROUND THE FRAME OF THE WINDSHIELD. WHEN I INQUIRED AT KIA, THEY CLAIMED THAT BECAUSE IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR AND I HAD PAST MY WARRANTY OF MILEAGE (BECAUSE IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR) THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO FOR ME. I INQUIRED AT A LOCAL PAINT SHOP AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE S...

Mar 9, 2021 Structure 40,000 mi

PAINT DELAMINATING, NOT DUE TO ROCK CHIP OR WEATHER. IS VERY COMMON IN THIS SPECIFIC PAINT COLOR ON THIS SPECIFIC MODEL (PEARL WHITE, KIA SORENTO)

Mar 3, 2021 Structure 55,000 mi

THE PAINT ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO COMING OFF IN NUMEROUS SPOTS THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. THE WORST SPOT IS JUST ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I'M AFRAID THIS WILL LEAD TO THE BARE METAL RUSTING, CAUSING LEAKAGE AROUND THE WINDSHIELD OR EVEN WORSE, WEAKENING THE INTEGRITY OF THE ROOF AND T...

Mar 3, 2021 Structure 55,000 mi

THE PAINT ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO COMING OFF IN NUMEROUS SPOTS THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. THE WORST SPOT IS JUST ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I'M AFRAID THIS WILL LEAD TO THE BARE METAL RUSTING, CAUSING LEAKAGE AROUND THE WINDSHIELD OR EVEN WORSE, WEAKENING THE INTEGRITY OF THE ROOF AND T...

Feb 22, 2021 Electrical System 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, A REVVING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. ALSO AFTER USING THE REMOTE STARTER TO START THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE W...

Feb 22, 2021 Electrical System 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, A REVVING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. ALSO AFTER USING THE REMOTE STARTER TO START THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE W...

Feb 21, 2021 Structure 8,500 mi

I HAVE HAD COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO PAINT CHIPPING IN SEVERAL AREAS.

Feb 21, 2021 Engine 8,500 mi

I HAVE HAD COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO PAINT CHIPPING IN SEVERAL AREAS.

Feb 21, 2021 Exterior Lighting

I LOGGED INTO CREDIT KARMA LOOKING AT MY CAR DETAILS AND SAW THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE TRACTION. IVE NOTICED MY TRACTION LIGHT ON IN THE CAR; HOWEVER, DID NOT THINK ANYTHING OF IT AS THE BUTTON WAS PUSHED IN AS NORMAL. THE LIGHT IS ON CONSISTENTLY.

Feb 21, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I LOGGED INTO CREDIT KARMA LOOKING AT MY CAR DETAILS AND SAW THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE TRACTION. IVE NOTICED MY TRACTION LIGHT ON IN THE CAR; HOWEVER, DID NOT THINK ANYTHING OF IT AS THE BUTTON WAS PUSHED IN AS NORMAL. THE LIGHT IS ON CONSISTENTLY.

Feb 21, 2021 Structure 8,500 mi

I HAVE HAD COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO PAINT CHIPPING IN SEVERAL AREAS.

Feb 21, 2021 Engine 8,500 mi

I HAVE HAD COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO PAINT CHIPPING IN SEVERAL AREAS.

Feb 21, 2021 Exterior Lighting

I LOGGED INTO CREDIT KARMA LOOKING AT MY CAR DETAILS AND SAW THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE TRACTION. IVE NOTICED MY TRACTION LIGHT ON IN THE CAR; HOWEVER, DID NOT THINK ANYTHING OF IT AS THE BUTTON WAS PUSHED IN AS NORMAL. THE LIGHT IS ON CONSISTENTLY.

Feb 21, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I LOGGED INTO CREDIT KARMA LOOKING AT MY CAR DETAILS AND SAW THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE TRACTION. IVE NOTICED MY TRACTION LIGHT ON IN THE CAR; HOWEVER, DID NOT THINK ANYTHING OF IT AS THE BUTTON WAS PUSHED IN AS NORMAL. THE LIGHT IS ON CONSISTENTLY.

Feb 19, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,405 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER MOTHER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. AN AUDIBLE ENGINE FAILURE WARNING AND A NO SERVICE MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO ...

Feb 19, 2021 Engine 68,405 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER MOTHER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. AN AUDIBLE ENGINE FAILURE WARNING AND A NO SERVICE MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO ...

Feb 19, 2021 Exterior Lighting 126,752 mi

WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM AND DO NOT PROJECT FAR ENOUGH AHEAD TO SEE THE ROAD TO BE ABLE TO SEE. THE BRIGHT LIGHTS MUST BE ON IN ORDER TO PROPERLY SEE, HOWEVER THEY TOO ARE NOT WHAT THEY SHOULD BE. THE BRIGHT LIGHTS WHEN ON, ARE MORE OF WHAT THE DIMS SHOULD BE. ALL NEW HEADL...

Feb 19, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,405 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER MOTHER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. AN AUDIBLE ENGINE FAILURE WARNING AND A NO SERVICE MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO ...

Feb 19, 2021 Engine 68,405 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER MOTHER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. AN AUDIBLE ENGINE FAILURE WARNING AND A NO SERVICE MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO ...

Feb 19, 2021 Exterior Lighting 126,752 mi

WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM AND DO NOT PROJECT FAR ENOUGH AHEAD TO SEE THE ROAD TO BE ABLE TO SEE. THE BRIGHT LIGHTS MUST BE ON IN ORDER TO PROPERLY SEE, HOWEVER THEY TOO ARE NOT WHAT THEY SHOULD BE. THE BRIGHT LIGHTS WHEN ON, ARE MORE OF WHAT THE DIMS SHOULD BE. ALL NEW HEADL...

Feb 18, 2021 Engine 80,000 mi

WENT GOT MY OIL CHANGED.THE TECH SAID YOU HAVE A ROD KNOCK THE SORENTO ONLY 80.000 MILES ON IT.

Feb 18, 2021 Engine 80,000 mi

WENT GOT MY OIL CHANGED.THE TECH SAID YOU HAVE A ROD KNOCK THE SORENTO ONLY 80.000 MILES ON IT.

Feb 16, 2021 Structure 60,000 mi

STARTING A YEAR AGO, THE PAINT ON MY 2015 VEHICLE (LESS THAN 60K MILES) BEGAN TO FLAKE OFF. I HAVE THE KIA PEARL WHITE COLOR AND MY STORY IS CONSISTENT WITH THE HUNDREDS OF OTHER CASES ONLINE. THE PAINT FLAKES OFF WITH PRESSURE FROM A GARDEN HOSE. I KEEP MY CAR CLEAN AND DETAILED (TWICE A YEAR). THE...

Feb 16, 2021 Structure 60,000 mi

STARTING A YEAR AGO, THE PAINT ON MY 2015 VEHICLE (LESS THAN 60K MILES) BEGAN TO FLAKE OFF. I HAVE THE KIA PEARL WHITE COLOR AND MY STORY IS CONSISTENT WITH THE HUNDREDS OF OTHER CASES ONLINE. THE PAINT FLAKES OFF WITH PRESSURE FROM A GARDEN HOSE. I KEEP MY CAR CLEAN AND DETAILED (TWICE A YEAR). THE...

Feb 7, 2021 Exterior Lighting 77,000 mi

CAR WAS DRIVEN A NIGHT AND HEADLIGHT WERE TERRIBLE. VAGUELY LIGHTS A A ROAD SIGN ON A DARK STREET AT 100 YARDS. BOTH BULBS HAVE BEEN RECENTLY REPLACED. SEEMS TO BE VERY COMMON WITH THESE CARS. CONTACTED KIA AND GOT NO HELP OTHER THAN TAKE TO DEALER AND PAY SERVICE FEE. OTHERS HAVE RECEIVED NO HELP. ...

Feb 7, 2021 Exterior Lighting 77,000 mi

CAR WAS DRIVEN A NIGHT AND HEADLIGHT WERE TERRIBLE. VAGUELY LIGHTS A A ROAD SIGN ON A DARK STREET AT 100 YARDS. BOTH BULBS HAVE BEEN RECENTLY REPLACED. SEEMS TO BE VERY COMMON WITH THESE CARS. CONTACTED KIA AND GOT NO HELP OTHER THAN TAKE TO DEALER AND PAY SERVICE FEE. OTHERS HAVE RECEIVED NO HELP. ...

Jan 31, 2021 Air Bags 88,000 mi

MY CAR SHOWS AIRBAG SIGNAL HOWEVER I NEVER INVOLVE IN ANY KIND OF ACCIDENT AND ALSO WHEN I TURN ON AC IT BLOW HOT AIR AND MY BACKUP CAMERA NOT WORKING

Jan 31, 2021 Unknown Or Other 88,000 mi

MY CAR SHOWS AIRBAG SIGNAL HOWEVER I NEVER INVOLVE IN ANY KIND OF ACCIDENT AND ALSO WHEN I TURN ON AC IT BLOW HOT AIR AND MY BACKUP CAMERA NOT WORKING

Jan 31, 2021 Air Bags 88,000 mi

MY CAR SHOWS AIRBAG SIGNAL HOWEVER I NEVER INVOLVE IN ANY KIND OF ACCIDENT AND ALSO WHEN I TURN ON AC IT BLOW HOT AIR AND MY BACKUP CAMERA NOT WORKING

Jan 31, 2021 Unknown Or Other 88,000 mi

MY CAR SHOWS AIRBAG SIGNAL HOWEVER I NEVER INVOLVE IN ANY KIND OF ACCIDENT AND ALSO WHEN I TURN ON AC IT BLOW HOT AIR AND MY BACKUP CAMERA NOT WORKING

Jan 28, 2021 Structure 53,000 mi

GOT HOME AFTER DRIVING 20 MINUTES FROM WORK AND I NOTICE A GOOD PORTION OF THE WHITE PAINT HAS PEELED OFF ON THE PASSENGER SIDE A-PILLAR BY THE WINDSHIELD. UPON CLOSE INSPECTION, THE PAINT LOOKS LIKE IT'S CHIPPING OFF AND EVENTUALLY GETTING PEELED FROM THE BODY BY THE WIND WHILE DRIVING. NOTHING APP...

Jan 28, 2021 Structure 53,000 mi

GOT HOME AFTER DRIVING 20 MINUTES FROM WORK AND I NOTICE A GOOD PORTION OF THE WHITE PAINT HAS PEELED OFF ON THE PASSENGER SIDE A-PILLAR BY THE WINDSHIELD. UPON CLOSE INSPECTION, THE PAINT LOOKS LIKE IT'S CHIPPING OFF AND EVENTUALLY GETTING PEELED FROM THE BODY BY THE WIND WHILE DRIVING. NOTHING APP...

Jan 27, 2021 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

LOW BEAM LIGHTS GO OFF/ON RANDOMLY. SOMETIMES WILL WORK FOR A WHILE AND THEN ONE OR BOTH LIGHTS WILL GO OUT. WHEN THE DUST COVER IS REMOVED AND THE LIGHT SOCKET ASSEMBLY IS TOUCHED, THEN LIGHT WILL COME ON. HOWEVER, MOVING THE WIRES OR SOCKET ASSEMBLY DOES NOT CAUSE LIGHT TO GO OUT. THEN THE LIGHT L...

Jan 27, 2021 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

LOW BEAM LIGHTS GO OFF/ON RANDOMLY. SOMETIMES WILL WORK FOR A WHILE AND THEN ONE OR BOTH LIGHTS WILL GO OUT. WHEN THE DUST COVER IS REMOVED AND THE LIGHT SOCKET ASSEMBLY IS TOUCHED, THEN LIGHT WILL COME ON. HOWEVER, MOVING THE WIRES OR SOCKET ASSEMBLY DOES NOT CAUSE LIGHT TO GO OUT. THEN THE LIGHT L...

Jan 20, 2021 Engine 150,000 mi

I WAS RETURNING HOME FROM A TRIP (TRAVELING @~70 MPH) WHEN I SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER AND HAD TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER ON THE SB 5 FWY. I WAS FORTUNATE AS THERE WERE MANY LARGE TRUCKS AND OTHER VEHICLES WHICH I WAS ABLE TO AVOID. AS I CAME TO A STOP THE CAR SHUT OFF AND I WAS UNABLE TO RESTART IT. 12...

Jan 20, 2021 Engine 150,000 mi

I WAS RETURNING HOME FROM A TRIP (TRAVELING @~70 MPH) WHEN I SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER AND HAD TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER ON THE SB 5 FWY. I WAS FORTUNATE AS THERE WERE MANY LARGE TRUCKS AND OTHER VEHICLES WHICH I WAS ABLE TO AVOID. AS I CAME TO A STOP THE CAR SHUT OFF AND I WAS UNABLE TO RESTART IT. 12...

Jan 18, 2021 Engine 103,825 mi

MY ENGINE DIED WHILE PASSING A VEHICLE ON MY WAY TO WORK. NO WARNING LIGHT, NO KNOCKING SOUNDS, NOTHING. IT JUST DIED. HAD TO GET IN FRONT OF VEHICLE I WAS PASSING AND COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WOULD NOT RESTART. SAT IN THE COLD FOR 3 HOURS WITHOUT HEAT ON A DESOLATE ROAD WITH NO CELL SERVICE. ...

Jan 18, 2021 Engine 103,825 mi

MY ENGINE DIED WHILE PASSING A VEHICLE ON MY WAY TO WORK. NO WARNING LIGHT, NO KNOCKING SOUNDS, NOTHING. IT JUST DIED. HAD TO GET IN FRONT OF VEHICLE I WAS PASSING AND COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WOULD NOT RESTART. SAT IN THE COLD FOR 3 HOURS WITHOUT HEAT ON A DESOLATE ROAD WITH NO CELL SERVICE. ...

Jan 12, 2021 Service Brakes Fire 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE SMOKE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. UPON INSPECTION IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER CORA...

Jan 12, 2021 Service Brakes Fire 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE SMOKE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. UPON INSPECTION IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER CORA...

Jan 11, 2021 Structure

MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO HAS PAINT THAT IS CHIPPING OFF IN LARGE CHUNKS AROUND THE WINSHIELD AND THE HOOD. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS NOW. I SPOKE WITH KIA CONSUMER ASSURANCE AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE ONLY MODELS COVERED IS 2011-2014. I PURCHASED MY KIA SORRENTO IN APRIL 201...

Jan 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO HAS PAINT THAT IS CHIPPING OFF IN LARGE CHUNKS AROUND THE WINSHIELD AND THE HOOD. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS NOW. I SPOKE WITH KIA CONSUMER ASSURANCE AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE ONLY MODELS COVERED IS 2011-2014. I PURCHASED MY KIA SORRENTO IN APRIL 201...

Jan 11, 2021 Structure

MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO HAS PAINT THAT IS CHIPPING OFF IN LARGE CHUNKS AROUND THE WINSHIELD AND THE HOOD. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS NOW. I SPOKE WITH KIA CONSUMER ASSURANCE AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE ONLY MODELS COVERED IS 2011-2014. I PURCHASED MY KIA SORRENTO IN APRIL 201...

Jan 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO HAS PAINT THAT IS CHIPPING OFF IN LARGE CHUNKS AROUND THE WINSHIELD AND THE HOOD. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS NOW. I SPOKE WITH KIA CONSUMER ASSURANCE AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE ONLY MODELS COVERED IS 2011-2014. I PURCHASED MY KIA SORRENTO IN APRIL 201...

Jan 8, 2021 Structure 100,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING OFF WITH NO KNOWN CAUSE, PROGRESSIVELY WORSENING WITH TIME.

Jan 8, 2021 Structure 100,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING OFF WITH NO KNOWN CAUSE, PROGRESSIVELY WORSENING WITH TIME.

Jan 5, 2021 Engine

GOSSETT KIA ON MT. MORIAH IN MEMPHIS, TN REPLACED MY ENGINE IN 2019 DUE TO A RECALL BUT AFTER MY ENGINE WAS REPLACE MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS CONSTANTLY BEEN COMING ON. I HAVE TAKEN MY KIA SORENTO BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIME ONLY TO BE TOLD THAT I AM NOT PUTTING MY GAS CAP ON RIGHT OR TAT ...

Jan 5, 2021 Unknown Or Other

GOSSETT KIA ON MT. MORIAH IN MEMPHIS, TN REPLACED MY ENGINE IN 2019 DUE TO A RECALL BUT AFTER MY ENGINE WAS REPLACE MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS CONSTANTLY BEEN COMING ON. I HAVE TAKEN MY KIA SORENTO BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIME ONLY TO BE TOLD THAT I AM NOT PUTTING MY GAS CAP ON RIGHT OR TAT ...

Jan 5, 2021 Engine

GOSSETT KIA ON MT. MORIAH IN MEMPHIS, TN REPLACED MY ENGINE IN 2019 DUE TO A RECALL BUT AFTER MY ENGINE WAS REPLACE MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS CONSTANTLY BEEN COMING ON. I HAVE TAKEN MY KIA SORENTO BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIME ONLY TO BE TOLD THAT I AM NOT PUTTING MY GAS CAP ON RIGHT OR TAT ...

Jan 5, 2021 Unknown Or Other

GOSSETT KIA ON MT. MORIAH IN MEMPHIS, TN REPLACED MY ENGINE IN 2019 DUE TO A RECALL BUT AFTER MY ENGINE WAS REPLACE MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS CONSTANTLY BEEN COMING ON. I HAVE TAKEN MY KIA SORENTO BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIME ONLY TO BE TOLD THAT I AM NOT PUTTING MY GAS CAP ON RIGHT OR TAT ...

Dec 28, 2020 Structure 40,000 mi

THE KIA PAINT ON MY WHITE PEARL KIA SORENTO HAS BEEN PEELING AND RUSTING. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE 2017 AND BEGINNING AT ABOUT 40K MILES. I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW MANY OTHER WHITE KIAS ARE DOING THE SAME THING. THE PATCHES ARE GETTING WORSE AND PEELING IN BIG CHUNKS NOW. MY CAR IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD AN...

Dec 28, 2020 Structure 40,000 mi

THE KIA PAINT ON MY WHITE PEARL KIA SORENTO HAS BEEN PEELING AND RUSTING. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE 2017 AND BEGINNING AT ABOUT 40K MILES. I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW MANY OTHER WHITE KIAS ARE DOING THE SAME THING. THE PATCHES ARE GETTING WORSE AND PEELING IN BIG CHUNKS NOW. MY CAR IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD AN...

Dec 22, 2020 Exterior Lighting 70,000 mi

LOW BEAM LIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. CONSTANTLY HAVE TO USE HIGH BEAMS WHEN SAFE TO DO SO. HAVE TO CHANGE THEM EVERY SIX MONTHS OR SO BECAUSE THEY ONE OR THE OTHER STOPS WORKING. HAVE HAD IT CHECKED OUT FOR THIS PROBLEM AND THEY CANNOT FIND AN ISSUE. MAY HAVE TO TRADE THIS CAR IN DUE TO THIS DAN...

Dec 22, 2020 Exterior Lighting 70,000 mi

LOW BEAM LIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. CONSTANTLY HAVE TO USE HIGH BEAMS WHEN SAFE TO DO SO. HAVE TO CHANGE THEM EVERY SIX MONTHS OR SO BECAUSE THEY ONE OR THE OTHER STOPS WORKING. HAVE HAD IT CHECKED OUT FOR THIS PROBLEM AND THEY CANNOT FIND AN ISSUE. MAY HAVE TO TRADE THIS CAR IN DUE TO THIS DAN...

Dec 21, 2020 Unknown Or Other

PEARL WHITE PAINT IS PEELING FROM THE BASE COAT. STARTED PEELING AT 90K MILES. PAINT WARRANTY ENDED AT 40K MILES. THERE IS A CURRENT LAWSUIT IN PROGRESS ON THIS ISSUE. I AM NOT A PART OF THAT YET.

Dec 21, 2020 Unknown Or Other

PEARL WHITE PAINT IS PEELING FROM THE BASE COAT. STARTED PEELING AT 90K MILES. PAINT WARRANTY ENDED AT 40K MILES. THERE IS A CURRENT LAWSUIT IN PROGRESS ON THIS ISSUE. I AM NOT A PART OF THAT YET.

Dec 20, 2020 Electrical System 96,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE LESS THAN 2 MONTHS GO. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME TO A RED LIGHT. THE CAR JERKED AND DID NOT WANT TO MOVE WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. I CAME TO A SECOND RED LIGHT AND THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AS I PRESS THE GAS THE CAR SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC. I COU...

Dec 20, 2020 Engine 96,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE LESS THAN 2 MONTHS GO. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME TO A RED LIGHT. THE CAR JERKED AND DID NOT WANT TO MOVE WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. I CAME TO A SECOND RED LIGHT AND THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AS I PRESS THE GAS THE CAR SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC. I COU...

Dec 20, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE LESS THAN 2 MONTHS GO. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME TO A RED LIGHT. THE CAR JERKED AND DID NOT WANT TO MOVE WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. I CAME TO A SECOND RED LIGHT AND THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AS I PRESS THE GAS THE CAR SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC. I COU...

Dec 20, 2020 Electrical System 96,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE LESS THAN 2 MONTHS GO. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME TO A RED LIGHT. THE CAR JERKED AND DID NOT WANT TO MOVE WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. I CAME TO A SECOND RED LIGHT AND THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AS I PRESS THE GAS THE CAR SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC. I COU...

Dec 20, 2020 Engine 96,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE LESS THAN 2 MONTHS GO. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME TO A RED LIGHT. THE CAR JERKED AND DID NOT WANT TO MOVE WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. I CAME TO A SECOND RED LIGHT AND THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AS I PRESS THE GAS THE CAR SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC. I COU...

Dec 20, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE LESS THAN 2 MONTHS GO. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAME TO A RED LIGHT. THE CAR JERKED AND DID NOT WANT TO MOVE WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. I CAME TO A SECOND RED LIGHT AND THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AS I PRESS THE GAS THE CAR SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC. I COU...

Dec 17, 2020 Air Bags Crash 69,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN. ANOTHER VEHICLE MADE A VERY WIDE TURN AND CRASHED AT 60 MPH INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE BETWEEN THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITH THE COLLISION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE ...

Dec 17, 2020 Air Bags Crash 69,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN. ANOTHER VEHICLE MADE A VERY WIDE TURN AND CRASHED AT 60 MPH INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE BETWEEN THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITH THE COLLISION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE ...

Dec 9, 2020 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS INSIDE THE VEHICLE WHEN YOU START UP (I.E. DRIVER SEAT HEATING UP, PANEL FLASHING, FUEL IGNITION TAKING OFF SPARADICALLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, REAR BRAKES SCREEHING WHEN IN MOTION,(CITY STREET) CAR CONSTANTLY REQUIRING A CHARGE UP OF THE BATTERY AND REPLA...

Dec 9, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS INSIDE THE VEHICLE WHEN YOU START UP (I.E. DRIVER SEAT HEATING UP, PANEL FLASHING, FUEL IGNITION TAKING OFF SPARADICALLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, REAR BRAKES SCREEHING WHEN IN MOTION,(CITY STREET) CAR CONSTANTLY REQUIRING A CHARGE UP OF THE BATTERY AND REPLA...

Dec 9, 2020 Seats

ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS INSIDE THE VEHICLE WHEN YOU START UP (I.E. DRIVER SEAT HEATING UP, PANEL FLASHING, FUEL IGNITION TAKING OFF SPARADICALLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, REAR BRAKES SCREEHING WHEN IN MOTION,(CITY STREET) CAR CONSTANTLY REQUIRING A CHARGE UP OF THE BATTERY AND REPLA...

Dec 9, 2020 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS INSIDE THE VEHICLE WHEN YOU START UP (I.E. DRIVER SEAT HEATING UP, PANEL FLASHING, FUEL IGNITION TAKING OFF SPARADICALLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, REAR BRAKES SCREEHING WHEN IN MOTION,(CITY STREET) CAR CONSTANTLY REQUIRING A CHARGE UP OF THE BATTERY AND REPLA...

Dec 9, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS INSIDE THE VEHICLE WHEN YOU START UP (I.E. DRIVER SEAT HEATING UP, PANEL FLASHING, FUEL IGNITION TAKING OFF SPARADICALLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, REAR BRAKES SCREEHING WHEN IN MOTION,(CITY STREET) CAR CONSTANTLY REQUIRING A CHARGE UP OF THE BATTERY AND REPLA...

Dec 9, 2020 Seats

ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS INSIDE THE VEHICLE WHEN YOU START UP (I.E. DRIVER SEAT HEATING UP, PANEL FLASHING, FUEL IGNITION TAKING OFF SPARADICALLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, REAR BRAKES SCREEHING WHEN IN MOTION,(CITY STREET) CAR CONSTANTLY REQUIRING A CHARGE UP OF THE BATTERY AND REPLA...

Nov 30, 2020 Engine

MY KIA SORENTO HAS THE THETA LL ENGINE, THIS ENGINE VIBRATES A LOT AND HAS VERY HIGH GASOLINE CONSUMPTION. THIS CAR IS US MADE AND WAS EXPORTED TO THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. MY PHONES IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ARE [XXX] OR [XXX]. IN THE USA MY PHONE IS [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREE...

Nov 30, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

MY KIA SORENTO HAS THE THETA LL ENGINE, THIS ENGINE VIBRATES A LOT AND HAS VERY HIGH GASOLINE CONSUMPTION. THIS CAR IS US MADE AND WAS EXPORTED TO THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. MY PHONES IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ARE [XXX] OR [XXX]. IN THE USA MY PHONE IS [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREE...

Nov 30, 2020 Engine

MY KIA SORENTO HAS THE THETA LL ENGINE, THIS ENGINE VIBRATES A LOT AND HAS VERY HIGH GASOLINE CONSUMPTION. THIS CAR IS US MADE AND WAS EXPORTED TO THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. MY PHONES IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ARE [XXX] OR [XXX]. IN THE USA MY PHONE IS [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREE...

Nov 30, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

MY KIA SORENTO HAS THE THETA LL ENGINE, THIS ENGINE VIBRATES A LOT AND HAS VERY HIGH GASOLINE CONSUMPTION. THIS CAR IS US MADE AND WAS EXPORTED TO THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. MY PHONES IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ARE [XXX] OR [XXX]. IN THE USA MY PHONE IS [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREE...

Nov 29, 2020 Engine 57,000 mi

BROUGHT IN FOR OIL CHANGE, TECH FOUND A COOLANT LEAK, REPLACE THERMOSTAT HOUSING UNIT FOR $700, LEFT DEALER AND NEXT DAY COOLANT WAS POURING OUT AS I DROVE. RETUNED TO SHOP AND KIA SAID THERE WAS A MANUFACTURING ISSUE WITH SOME HEADS AND AT THE PRESENT TIME THEY ARE IN THE MACHINE SHOP. STILL DON'...

Nov 29, 2020 Engine 57,000 mi

BROUGHT IN FOR OIL CHANGE, TECH FOUND A COOLANT LEAK, REPLACE THERMOSTAT HOUSING UNIT FOR $700, LEFT DEALER AND NEXT DAY COOLANT WAS POURING OUT AS I DROVE. RETUNED TO SHOP AND KIA SAID THERE WAS A MANUFACTURING ISSUE WITH SOME HEADS AND AT THE PRESENT TIME THEY ARE IN THE MACHINE SHOP. STILL DON'...

Nov 19, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL HAD MALFUNCTION AND WOULD NOT TURN CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING AND CRASH. DURING THE CRASH THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER MULTIPLE TIMES. THE DRIVER SUSTA...

Nov 19, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL HAD MALFUNCTION AND WOULD NOT TURN CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING AND CRASH. DURING THE CRASH THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER MULTIPLE TIMES. THE DRIVER SUSTA...

Nov 17, 2020 Exterior Lighting 75,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM. WE HAVE SWITCHED TO NEW BULBS AND THEN LED AND NEITHER IMPROVE THE DIM HEADLIGHTS. THE GLASS IS NOT FOGGY OR DAMAGED.

Nov 17, 2020 Exterior Lighting 75,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM. WE HAVE SWITCHED TO NEW BULBS AND THEN LED AND NEITHER IMPROVE THE DIM HEADLIGHTS. THE GLASS IS NOT FOGGY OR DAMAGED.

Nov 14, 2020 Air Bags 91,257 mi

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON

Nov 14, 2020 Air Bags 91,257 mi

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON

Nov 9, 2020 Structure 59,474 mi

AT AROUND 59,000 MILE THE PAINT AROUND THE WINDSHIELD STARTED CHIPPING AWAY. IT NOW IS AT ALMOST 83,000 MILES AND THE SPOTS HAVE BEGUN TO RUST. DRIVING PEELS THE PAINT. IF THERE IS A HEAVY THUNDER STORM WITH HIGH WINDS IT PEELS THE PAINT. I HAVE GONE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO SEE IF THEY COULD RESOLVE TH...

Nov 9, 2020 Structure 59,474 mi

AT AROUND 59,000 MILE THE PAINT AROUND THE WINDSHIELD STARTED CHIPPING AWAY. IT NOW IS AT ALMOST 83,000 MILES AND THE SPOTS HAVE BEGUN TO RUST. DRIVING PEELS THE PAINT. IF THERE IS A HEAVY THUNDER STORM WITH HIGH WINDS IT PEELS THE PAINT. I HAVE GONE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO SEE IF THEY COULD RESOLVE TH...

Nov 5, 2020 Engine 50,000 mi

IN MARCH OF 2019, THE ENGINE IN THIS CAR BLEW WITHOUT BEING OUT OF OIL OR HAVING ANY WARNING LIGHTS ON (NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT). IT INITIALLY STARTED WITH WHAT SOUNDED LIKE MAYBE A FAN ISSUE OR SOMETHING- WHILE DRIVING. AT THAT TIME WE CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS OIL IN THE CAR AND WITHOUT A LIGHT OR ...

Nov 5, 2020 Engine 50,000 mi

IN MARCH OF 2019, THE ENGINE IN THIS CAR BLEW WITHOUT BEING OUT OF OIL OR HAVING ANY WARNING LIGHTS ON (NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT). IT INITIALLY STARTED WITH WHAT SOUNDED LIKE MAYBE A FAN ISSUE OR SOMETHING- WHILE DRIVING. AT THAT TIME WE CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS OIL IN THE CAR AND WITHOUT A LIGHT OR ...

Nov 3, 2020 Structure

THE PAINT ON THE TOP OF MY CAR STARTED CHIPPING STARTED AS A SPOT THEN SPREAD IT SEEMED TO BUBBLE UP AND BLOW OFF IN THE WIND HAD IT FIXED - NOW THE PAIN ON MY HOOD IS DOING THE SAME

Nov 3, 2020 Structure

THE PAINT ON THE TOP OF MY CAR STARTED CHIPPING STARTED AS A SPOT THEN SPREAD IT SEEMED TO BUBBLE UP AND BLOW OFF IN THE WIND HAD IT FIXED - NOW THE PAIN ON MY HOOD IS DOING THE SAME

Oct 27, 2020 Electrical System

2015 KIA SORENTO 2.4 HAS HAD LIGHT BULB REPLACED TWICE IN THE YEAR

Oct 27, 2020 Unknown Or Other

2015 KIA SORENTO 2.4 HAS HAD LIGHT BULB REPLACED TWICE IN THE YEAR

Oct 27, 2020 Electrical System

2015 KIA SORENTO 2.4 HAS HAD LIGHT BULB REPLACED TWICE IN THE YEAR

Oct 27, 2020 Unknown Or Other

2015 KIA SORENTO 2.4 HAS HAD LIGHT BULB REPLACED TWICE IN THE YEAR

Oct 24, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 125,000 mi

THE CAR SEIZES, AND JERKS, LIKE A MISSFIRE. IT SCARES ME.

Oct 24, 2020 Engine 125,000 mi

THE CAR SEIZES, AND JERKS, LIKE A MISSFIRE. IT SCARES ME.

Oct 24, 2020 Power Train 125,000 mi

THE CAR SEIZES, AND JERKS, LIKE A MISSFIRE. IT SCARES ME.

Oct 24, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 125,000 mi

THE CAR SEIZES, AND JERKS, LIKE A MISSFIRE. IT SCARES ME.

Oct 24, 2020 Engine 125,000 mi

THE CAR SEIZES, AND JERKS, LIKE A MISSFIRE. IT SCARES ME.

Oct 24, 2020 Power Train 125,000 mi

THE CAR SEIZES, AND JERKS, LIKE A MISSFIRE. IT SCARES ME.

Oct 21, 2020 Exterior Lighting

VERY DIM LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS. CANNOT SEE ROAD.

Oct 21, 2020 Exterior Lighting

VERY DIM LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS. CANNOT SEE ROAD.

Oct 20, 2020 Engine 154,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OIL CHANGE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DROVE TO HER RESIDENCE,...

Oct 20, 2020 Structure 47,000 mi

AROUND 46,000 MILES PAINT STARTING PEELING OFF ROOF JUST ABOVE WINDSHIELD AND A FEW SPOTS ON FRONT FENDER AND ELSEWHERE. KIA WON'T COVER REPAIR SAYS IT IS PAST 3 YEARS OR 36,000 MILES. I COMPLAINED ITS BAD PAINT JOB TO HAVE THIS HAPPEN SO SOON.

Oct 20, 2020 Engine 154,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OIL CHANGE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DROVE TO HER RESIDENCE,...

Oct 20, 2020 Structure 47,000 mi

AROUND 46,000 MILES PAINT STARTING PEELING OFF ROOF JUST ABOVE WINDSHIELD AND A FEW SPOTS ON FRONT FENDER AND ELSEWHERE. KIA WON'T COVER REPAIR SAYS IT IS PAST 3 YEARS OR 36,000 MILES. I COMPLAINED ITS BAD PAINT JOB TO HAVE THIS HAPPEN SO SOON.

Oct 16, 2020 Structure 132,000 mi

THE PEARL WHITE PAINT IS PEELING OFF AROUND THE WINDSHIELD FRONT PILLARS AND HOOD WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY

Oct 16, 2020 Unknown Or Other

THE PAINT ON MY PEARL WHITE KIA SORENTO IS FALLING OFF. I CONTACTED THE KIA DEALERSHIP IN MOBILE, AL WHERE I PURCHASED IT FROM THE SERVICE MANAGER CAME OUTSIDE TOOK PICTURES AND NEVER CONTACTED ME. I CALLED AND CALLED AND HE NEVER RETURNED MY CALLS. I ALSO CONTACTED KIA CORPORATE AND WAS GIVEN A CA...

Oct 16, 2020 Structure 132,000 mi

THE PEARL WHITE PAINT IS PEELING OFF AROUND THE WINDSHIELD FRONT PILLARS AND HOOD WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY

Oct 16, 2020 Unknown Or Other

THE PAINT ON MY PEARL WHITE KIA SORENTO IS FALLING OFF. I CONTACTED THE KIA DEALERSHIP IN MOBILE, AL WHERE I PURCHASED IT FROM THE SERVICE MANAGER CAME OUTSIDE TOOK PICTURES AND NEVER CONTACTED ME. I CALLED AND CALLED AND HE NEVER RETURNED MY CALLS. I ALSO CONTACTED KIA CORPORATE AND WAS GIVEN A CA...

Oct 12, 2020 Structure

WHITE PEARL PAINT PEELING

Oct 12, 2020 Structure

WHITE PEARL PAINT PEELING

Oct 7, 2020 Air Bags

OUR KIA SORRENTO HAS THE METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OIL PASSAGE WHICH HAS CAUSED THE ENTIRE ENGINE TO FAIL AT $50K MILES. THERE IS A KIA RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE; HOWEVER, KIA IS REFUSING TO COVER THE COST BECAUSE OUR VEHICLE VIN IS NOT PART OF THE SPECIFIC RECALL. THE ESTIMATED COST FOR REPAIR IS $8K, PL...

Oct 7, 2020 Engine

OUR KIA SORRENTO HAS THE METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OIL PASSAGE WHICH HAS CAUSED THE ENTIRE ENGINE TO FAIL AT $50K MILES. THERE IS A KIA RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE; HOWEVER, KIA IS REFUSING TO COVER THE COST BECAUSE OUR VEHICLE VIN IS NOT PART OF THE SPECIFIC RECALL. THE ESTIMATED COST FOR REPAIR IS $8K, PL...

Oct 7, 2020 Unknown Or Other

OUR KIA SORRENTO HAS THE METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OIL PASSAGE WHICH HAS CAUSED THE ENTIRE ENGINE TO FAIL AT $50K MILES. THERE IS A KIA RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE; HOWEVER, KIA IS REFUSING TO COVER THE COST BECAUSE OUR VEHICLE VIN IS NOT PART OF THE SPECIFIC RECALL. THE ESTIMATED COST FOR REPAIR IS $8K, PL...

Oct 7, 2020 Air Bags

OUR KIA SORRENTO HAS THE METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OIL PASSAGE WHICH HAS CAUSED THE ENTIRE ENGINE TO FAIL AT $50K MILES. THERE IS A KIA RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE; HOWEVER, KIA IS REFUSING TO COVER THE COST BECAUSE OUR VEHICLE VIN IS NOT PART OF THE SPECIFIC RECALL. THE ESTIMATED COST FOR REPAIR IS $8K, PL...

Oct 7, 2020 Engine

OUR KIA SORRENTO HAS THE METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OIL PASSAGE WHICH HAS CAUSED THE ENTIRE ENGINE TO FAIL AT $50K MILES. THERE IS A KIA RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE; HOWEVER, KIA IS REFUSING TO COVER THE COST BECAUSE OUR VEHICLE VIN IS NOT PART OF THE SPECIFIC RECALL. THE ESTIMATED COST FOR REPAIR IS $8K, PL...

Oct 7, 2020 Unknown Or Other

OUR KIA SORRENTO HAS THE METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OIL PASSAGE WHICH HAS CAUSED THE ENTIRE ENGINE TO FAIL AT $50K MILES. THERE IS A KIA RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE; HOWEVER, KIA IS REFUSING TO COVER THE COST BECAUSE OUR VEHICLE VIN IS NOT PART OF THE SPECIFIC RECALL. THE ESTIMATED COST FOR REPAIR IS $8K, PL...

Sep 30, 2020 Power Train 83,000 mi

CAR LOST ACCELERATION POWER HEARD LOUD SOUND AND CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY TRANSMISSION WAS CHANGED DUE TO A FAULTY TRANSMISSION AT DEALERSHIP COST, AND NOW TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED AGAIN. THIS HAPPENED WHILE MERGING ONTO THE I-210 WAS ABLE TO SAFELY EXIT HIGHWAY AND PARK IT. WILL HAVE IT...

Sep 30, 2020 Structure 95,000 mi

THE PEARL WHITE PAINT IS CHIPPING OFF OF MY KIA SORENTO ON THE WINDSHIELD PILLARS, ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND THE HOOD AND VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS.... THE PAINT FINISH IS FAULTY AND WAS NOT PROPERLY APPLIED

Sep 30, 2020 Unknown Or Other 95,000 mi

THE PEARL WHITE PAINT IS CHIPPING OFF OF MY KIA SORENTO ON THE WINDSHIELD PILLARS, ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND THE HOOD AND VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS.... THE PAINT FINISH IS FAULTY AND WAS NOT PROPERLY APPLIED

Sep 30, 2020 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHTS HI AND LOW ARE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH TO PROVIDE FOR A MORE SAFE VISIBLE DRIVE.

Sep 30, 2020 Power Train 83,000 mi

CAR LOST ACCELERATION POWER HEARD LOUD SOUND AND CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY TRANSMISSION WAS CHANGED DUE TO A FAULTY TRANSMISSION AT DEALERSHIP COST, AND NOW TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED AGAIN. THIS HAPPENED WHILE MERGING ONTO THE I-210 WAS ABLE TO SAFELY EXIT HIGHWAY AND PARK IT. WILL HAVE IT...

Sep 30, 2020 Structure 95,000 mi

THE PEARL WHITE PAINT IS CHIPPING OFF OF MY KIA SORENTO ON THE WINDSHIELD PILLARS, ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND THE HOOD AND VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS.... THE PAINT FINISH IS FAULTY AND WAS NOT PROPERLY APPLIED

Sep 30, 2020 Unknown Or Other 95,000 mi

THE PEARL WHITE PAINT IS CHIPPING OFF OF MY KIA SORENTO ON THE WINDSHIELD PILLARS, ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND THE HOOD AND VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS.... THE PAINT FINISH IS FAULTY AND WAS NOT PROPERLY APPLIED

Sep 30, 2020 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHTS HI AND LOW ARE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH TO PROVIDE FOR A MORE SAFE VISIBLE DRIVE.

Sep 25, 2020 Structure

MY PAINT HAS CONSISTENTLY BEEN PEELING OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS, MAINLY ON THE FRONT OF MY SORENTO & ITS BEGINNING TO RUST WHERE SOME OF THE PAINT HAS COME OFF. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN DECEMBER OF 2015.

Sep 25, 2020 Structure

MY PAINT HAS CONSISTENTLY BEEN PEELING OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS, MAINLY ON THE FRONT OF MY SORENTO & ITS BEGINNING TO RUST WHERE SOME OF THE PAINT HAS COME OFF. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN DECEMBER OF 2015.

Sep 23, 2020 Engine 131,000 mi

HEADING TO A FAMILY EVENT, WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE KIA SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN WITH NO WARNING. WE HAD TO GET OVER TWO LANES GOING 60 MPH, TRAFFIC WAS MOVING AND WE HAD TO MAKE A SUDDEN EXIT OFF THE ROAD AND WERE ALMOST REAR ENDED IN THE PROCESS. ONCE WE GOT OVER WE COASTED OFF AND PARKED IN THE N...

Sep 23, 2020 Electrical System

RADIO CAME ON BY ITSELF, PASSENGER DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WENT DOWN BY ITSELF, SOMETIMES MY CRUISE CONTROL WILL WORK OTHER TIMES I HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING IT TO SET. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. ENGINE OIL WAS BLACK EVEN THOUGH I JUST HAD AN OIL CHANGE

Sep 23, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control

RADIO CAME ON BY ITSELF, PASSENGER DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WENT DOWN BY ITSELF, SOMETIMES MY CRUISE CONTROL WILL WORK OTHER TIMES I HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING IT TO SET. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. ENGINE OIL WAS BLACK EVEN THOUGH I JUST HAD AN OIL CHANGE

Sep 23, 2020 Engine 131,000 mi

HEADING TO A FAMILY EVENT, WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE KIA SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN WITH NO WARNING. WE HAD TO GET OVER TWO LANES GOING 60 MPH, TRAFFIC WAS MOVING AND WE HAD TO MAKE A SUDDEN EXIT OFF THE ROAD AND WERE ALMOST REAR ENDED IN THE PROCESS. ONCE WE GOT OVER WE COASTED OFF AND PARKED IN THE N...

Sep 23, 2020 Electrical System

RADIO CAME ON BY ITSELF, PASSENGER DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WENT DOWN BY ITSELF, SOMETIMES MY CRUISE CONTROL WILL WORK OTHER TIMES I HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING IT TO SET. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. ENGINE OIL WAS BLACK EVEN THOUGH I JUST HAD AN OIL CHANGE

Sep 23, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control

RADIO CAME ON BY ITSELF, PASSENGER DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WENT DOWN BY ITSELF, SOMETIMES MY CRUISE CONTROL WILL WORK OTHER TIMES I HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING IT TO SET. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. ENGINE OIL WAS BLACK EVEN THOUGH I JUST HAD AN OIL CHANGE

Sep 22, 2020 Unknown Or Other 86,870 mi

ABS LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON AND OFF WHEN TAKING IT TO THE SHOP THE CODE READER IS GIVING NO CODES

Sep 22, 2020 Electrical System 70,054 mi

I HAD JUST PURCHASED MY SORENTO ON JULY 18, 2020. ON AUGUST 25,2020, I PUT IT IN THE KIA SHOP FOR THE CLIMATE CONTROL BLOWER(AC/HEATER BLOWER). I HADN'T MADE THE 1ST PAYMENT YET. THE WIRING HARNESS HAD MELTED. THE WARRANTY COMPANY REFUSED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS DO TO IT WAS A RECURRING PROBLEM. THAT...

Sep 22, 2020 Unknown Or Other 86,870 mi

ABS LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON AND OFF WHEN TAKING IT TO THE SHOP THE CODE READER IS GIVING NO CODES

Sep 22, 2020 Electrical System 70,054 mi

I HAD JUST PURCHASED MY SORENTO ON JULY 18, 2020. ON AUGUST 25,2020, I PUT IT IN THE KIA SHOP FOR THE CLIMATE CONTROL BLOWER(AC/HEATER BLOWER). I HADN'T MADE THE 1ST PAYMENT YET. THE WIRING HARNESS HAD MELTED. THE WARRANTY COMPANY REFUSED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS DO TO IT WAS A RECURRING PROBLEM. THAT...

Sep 18, 2020 Exterior Lighting

LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BULBS FREQUENTLY BLOW OUT. HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY DUST CAPS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, BUT THE ISSUE REMAINS A PROBLEM. WE HAVE HAD TO CHANGE HEADLIGHT BULBS MORE THAN A DOZEN TIMES IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS. THESE ARE THE H7 BULBS THAT FIT THE STANDARD 2015 SORENTO LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT FIXTURE...

Sep 18, 2020 Exterior Lighting

LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BULBS FREQUENTLY BLOW OUT. HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY DUST CAPS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, BUT THE ISSUE REMAINS A PROBLEM. WE HAVE HAD TO CHANGE HEADLIGHT BULBS MORE THAN A DOZEN TIMES IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS. THESE ARE THE H7 BULBS THAT FIT THE STANDARD 2015 SORENTO LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT FIXTURE...

Sep 16, 2020 Engine 94,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO STARTED TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ENGINE WITHOUT WARNING AS I WAS RUNNING ERRANDS. I WAS CLOSE TO HOME AND ABLE TO GET THE CAR HOME. WE HAD TO GET THE CAR TOWED TO A KIA DEALER TO GET "KIA DIAGNOSED" IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR ANY RECALL OR WARRANTY. WE ARE SECOND OWNER AND ...

Sep 16, 2020 Engine 94,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO STARTED TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ENGINE WITHOUT WARNING AS I WAS RUNNING ERRANDS. I WAS CLOSE TO HOME AND ABLE TO GET THE CAR HOME. WE HAD TO GET THE CAR TOWED TO A KIA DEALER TO GET "KIA DIAGNOSED" IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR ANY RECALL OR WARRANTY. WE ARE SECOND OWNER AND ...

Sep 10, 2020 Engine 114,000 mi

MOTOR IS LOCKED UP. THERE IS 114,000 MILES ON MY VEHICLE AND I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND MY VEHICLE JUST STOPPED PULLING. I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED A TOW TRUCK. THE MOTOR WAS NOT RUNNING HOT OR ANYTHING. WHEN WE GOT IT BACK TO THE SHOP THE MOTOR HAD LOCKED DOWN...

Sep 10, 2020 Engine 114,000 mi

MOTOR IS LOCKED UP. THERE IS 114,000 MILES ON MY VEHICLE AND I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND MY VEHICLE JUST STOPPED PULLING. I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED A TOW TRUCK. THE MOTOR WAS NOT RUNNING HOT OR ANYTHING. WHEN WE GOT IT BACK TO THE SHOP THE MOTOR HAD LOCKED DOWN...

Sep 5, 2020 Air Bags Crash 140,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2015 KIA SORENTO NEW IN THE YEAR OF 2014 FROM THE KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED IN MERIDIAN, MS. SINCE THE PURCHASED... MY GOODNESS, I'VE HAD AIRBAG SYSTEM ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY LIGHTS, THE ELECTRONIC OUTLETS FOR DEVICE INPUT, CONTROL PANEL ON STEERING TO MAKE ACCESSING THE RADI...

Sep 5, 2020 Engine Crash 140,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2015 KIA SORENTO NEW IN THE YEAR OF 2014 FROM THE KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED IN MERIDIAN, MS. SINCE THE PURCHASED... MY GOODNESS, I'VE HAD AIRBAG SYSTEM ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY LIGHTS, THE ELECTRONIC OUTLETS FOR DEVICE INPUT, CONTROL PANEL ON STEERING TO MAKE ACCESSING THE RADI...

Sep 5, 2020 Power Train Crash 140,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2015 KIA SORENTO NEW IN THE YEAR OF 2014 FROM THE KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED IN MERIDIAN, MS. SINCE THE PURCHASED... MY GOODNESS, I'VE HAD AIRBAG SYSTEM ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY LIGHTS, THE ELECTRONIC OUTLETS FOR DEVICE INPUT, CONTROL PANEL ON STEERING TO MAKE ACCESSING THE RADI...

Sep 5, 2020 Air Bags Crash 140,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2015 KIA SORENTO NEW IN THE YEAR OF 2014 FROM THE KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED IN MERIDIAN, MS. SINCE THE PURCHASED... MY GOODNESS, I'VE HAD AIRBAG SYSTEM ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY LIGHTS, THE ELECTRONIC OUTLETS FOR DEVICE INPUT, CONTROL PANEL ON STEERING TO MAKE ACCESSING THE RADI...

Sep 5, 2020 Engine Crash 140,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2015 KIA SORENTO NEW IN THE YEAR OF 2014 FROM THE KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED IN MERIDIAN, MS. SINCE THE PURCHASED... MY GOODNESS, I'VE HAD AIRBAG SYSTEM ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY LIGHTS, THE ELECTRONIC OUTLETS FOR DEVICE INPUT, CONTROL PANEL ON STEERING TO MAKE ACCESSING THE RADI...

Sep 5, 2020 Power Train Crash 140,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2015 KIA SORENTO NEW IN THE YEAR OF 2014 FROM THE KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED IN MERIDIAN, MS. SINCE THE PURCHASED... MY GOODNESS, I'VE HAD AIRBAG SYSTEM ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY LIGHTS, THE ELECTRONIC OUTLETS FOR DEVICE INPUT, CONTROL PANEL ON STEERING TO MAKE ACCESSING THE RADI...

Sep 4, 2020 Engine 90,590 mi

DRIVING HOME END OF WORK DAY EVERY THING WAS NORMAL DRIVING DOWN 66 AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THEN .5 MILES LATER LOST POWER TOWER HOME HAS BEEN MAKING POPCORN LIKE SOUNDS FROM ENGINE BEING TOLD IT'S THE PISTONS

Sep 4, 2020 Power Train 90,590 mi

DRIVING HOME END OF WORK DAY EVERY THING WAS NORMAL DRIVING DOWN 66 AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THEN .5 MILES LATER LOST POWER TOWER HOME HAS BEEN MAKING POPCORN LIKE SOUNDS FROM ENGINE BEING TOLD IT'S THE PISTONS

Sep 4, 2020 Engine 90,590 mi

DRIVING HOME END OF WORK DAY EVERY THING WAS NORMAL DRIVING DOWN 66 AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THEN .5 MILES LATER LOST POWER TOWER HOME HAS BEEN MAKING POPCORN LIKE SOUNDS FROM ENGINE BEING TOLD IT'S THE PISTONS

Sep 4, 2020 Power Train 90,590 mi

DRIVING HOME END OF WORK DAY EVERY THING WAS NORMAL DRIVING DOWN 66 AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THEN .5 MILES LATER LOST POWER TOWER HOME HAS BEEN MAKING POPCORN LIKE SOUNDS FROM ENGINE BEING TOLD IT'S THE PISTONS

Sep 3, 2020 Exterior Lighting 130,000 mi

POOR VISIBILITY FROM THE HEADLIGHTS AT NIGHT, PASSENGERS CONSTANTLY ASKING ID HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. IN ADDITION HAVE TO REGULARLY REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULBS EVERY SIX MONTHS.

Sep 3, 2020 Service Brakes 56,000 mi

WHEEL SPEED SENSOR, ABS SENSOR, AND TPMS SENSOR GAVE OUT AT 56K. GOT IN ONE DAY AND IT SAID I WAS DOING 140 WHILE PARKED. BEFORE I GOT TO MY DESTINATION, THE ABS, TCS, AND TPMS LIGHTS WERE ON. CAR WAS USED AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF. IF EVERYTHING WASN'T BUILT INTO THE WHEEL HUB, IT WOULD BE A RELATIVEL...

Sep 3, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 56,000 mi

WHEEL SPEED SENSOR, ABS SENSOR, AND TPMS SENSOR GAVE OUT AT 56K. GOT IN ONE DAY AND IT SAID I WAS DOING 140 WHILE PARKED. BEFORE I GOT TO MY DESTINATION, THE ABS, TCS, AND TPMS LIGHTS WERE ON. CAR WAS USED AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF. IF EVERYTHING WASN'T BUILT INTO THE WHEEL HUB, IT WOULD BE A RELATIVEL...

Sep 3, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

A JERKS WHEN YOU TRYING TO PARK WHEN YOU GOING SLOW ON THE PARKING LOT IT HAS A KOOL 2098 FUEL TRIM IT KEEPS IDLING HIGH AND I'M STALLING

Sep 3, 2020 Unknown Or Other

A JERKS WHEN YOU TRYING TO PARK WHEN YOU GOING SLOW ON THE PARKING LOT IT HAS A KOOL 2098 FUEL TRIM IT KEEPS IDLING HIGH AND I'M STALLING

Sep 3, 2020 Exterior Lighting 130,000 mi

POOR VISIBILITY FROM THE HEADLIGHTS AT NIGHT, PASSENGERS CONSTANTLY ASKING ID HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. IN ADDITION HAVE TO REGULARLY REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULBS EVERY SIX MONTHS.

Sep 3, 2020 Service Brakes 56,000 mi

WHEEL SPEED SENSOR, ABS SENSOR, AND TPMS SENSOR GAVE OUT AT 56K. GOT IN ONE DAY AND IT SAID I WAS DOING 140 WHILE PARKED. BEFORE I GOT TO MY DESTINATION, THE ABS, TCS, AND TPMS LIGHTS WERE ON. CAR WAS USED AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF. IF EVERYTHING WASN'T BUILT INTO THE WHEEL HUB, IT WOULD BE A RELATIVEL...

Sep 3, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 56,000 mi

WHEEL SPEED SENSOR, ABS SENSOR, AND TPMS SENSOR GAVE OUT AT 56K. GOT IN ONE DAY AND IT SAID I WAS DOING 140 WHILE PARKED. BEFORE I GOT TO MY DESTINATION, THE ABS, TCS, AND TPMS LIGHTS WERE ON. CAR WAS USED AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF. IF EVERYTHING WASN'T BUILT INTO THE WHEEL HUB, IT WOULD BE A RELATIVEL...

Sep 3, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

A JERKS WHEN YOU TRYING TO PARK WHEN YOU GOING SLOW ON THE PARKING LOT IT HAS A KOOL 2098 FUEL TRIM IT KEEPS IDLING HIGH AND I'M STALLING

Sep 3, 2020 Unknown Or Other

A JERKS WHEN YOU TRYING TO PARK WHEN YOU GOING SLOW ON THE PARKING LOT IT HAS A KOOL 2098 FUEL TRIM IT KEEPS IDLING HIGH AND I'M STALLING

Sep 1, 2020 Air Bags 57,500 mi

AIRBAG SYMBOL LIGHT STAYS ON

Sep 1, 2020 Engine 100,600 mi

MY SIGNIFICANT OTHER WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND FELT IT NEEDED OIL DUE TO HOW IT WAS SOUNDING WHILE DRIVING IT. HE CHECKED MY OIL AND MY CAR WAS COMPLETELY OUT OF OIL. NO OIL WARNING LIGHT WENT ON. HE ADDED OIL AND SHORTLY AFTER THE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING A TICKING NOISE WHEN HE EXCELERATED. HE WAS DRIVING...

Sep 1, 2020 Electrical System 119,853 mi

MY STEERING COLUMN IS OFF CENTER WHICH MAKES MY CAR OR TIRES SHAKE UNLESS I GO A CERTAIN SPEED. MY REAR VIEW CAMERA NEVER WORKS, SCREEN GOES BLACK, BUT OUTLINE SHOWS. THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY HEADLIGHTS, REAR, BRAKE AND REVERSE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS GOING OUT. I HAVE TO REPLACE THEM CONSTANTLY. I H...

Sep 1, 2020 Power Train 119,853 mi

MY STEERING COLUMN IS OFF CENTER WHICH MAKES MY CAR OR TIRES SHAKE UNLESS I GO A CERTAIN SPEED. MY REAR VIEW CAMERA NEVER WORKS, SCREEN GOES BLACK, BUT OUTLINE SHOWS. THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY HEADLIGHTS, REAR, BRAKE AND REVERSE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS GOING OUT. I HAVE TO REPLACE THEM CONSTANTLY. I H...

Sep 1, 2020 Steering 119,853 mi

MY STEERING COLUMN IS OFF CENTER WHICH MAKES MY CAR OR TIRES SHAKE UNLESS I GO A CERTAIN SPEED. MY REAR VIEW CAMERA NEVER WORKS, SCREEN GOES BLACK, BUT OUTLINE SHOWS. THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY HEADLIGHTS, REAR, BRAKE AND REVERSE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS GOING OUT. I HAVE TO REPLACE THEM CONSTANTLY. I H...

Sep 1, 2020 Air Bags 57,500 mi

AIRBAG SYMBOL LIGHT STAYS ON

Sep 1, 2020 Engine 100,600 mi

MY SIGNIFICANT OTHER WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND FELT IT NEEDED OIL DUE TO HOW IT WAS SOUNDING WHILE DRIVING IT. HE CHECKED MY OIL AND MY CAR WAS COMPLETELY OUT OF OIL. NO OIL WARNING LIGHT WENT ON. HE ADDED OIL AND SHORTLY AFTER THE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING A TICKING NOISE WHEN HE EXCELERATED. HE WAS DRIVING...

Sep 1, 2020 Electrical System 119,853 mi

MY STEERING COLUMN IS OFF CENTER WHICH MAKES MY CAR OR TIRES SHAKE UNLESS I GO A CERTAIN SPEED. MY REAR VIEW CAMERA NEVER WORKS, SCREEN GOES BLACK, BUT OUTLINE SHOWS. THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY HEADLIGHTS, REAR, BRAKE AND REVERSE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS GOING OUT. I HAVE TO REPLACE THEM CONSTANTLY. I H...

Sep 1, 2020 Power Train 119,853 mi

MY STEERING COLUMN IS OFF CENTER WHICH MAKES MY CAR OR TIRES SHAKE UNLESS I GO A CERTAIN SPEED. MY REAR VIEW CAMERA NEVER WORKS, SCREEN GOES BLACK, BUT OUTLINE SHOWS. THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY HEADLIGHTS, REAR, BRAKE AND REVERSE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS GOING OUT. I HAVE TO REPLACE THEM CONSTANTLY. I H...

Sep 1, 2020 Steering 119,853 mi

MY STEERING COLUMN IS OFF CENTER WHICH MAKES MY CAR OR TIRES SHAKE UNLESS I GO A CERTAIN SPEED. MY REAR VIEW CAMERA NEVER WORKS, SCREEN GOES BLACK, BUT OUTLINE SHOWS. THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH MY HEADLIGHTS, REAR, BRAKE AND REVERSE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS GOING OUT. I HAVE TO REPLACE THEM CONSTANTLY. I H...

Aug 20, 2020 Structure 80,000 mi

PAINT IS DELAMINATING AND PEELING AT THE TOP AND SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD. SO BADLY THAT I'M AFRAID TO WASH IT! IT'S STARTING TO RUST NOW FROM IT. IT IS CONSISTENTLY GETTING WORSE WITHOUT ME EVEN TOUCHING IT.

Aug 20, 2020 Structure 80,000 mi

PAINT IS DELAMINATING AND PEELING AT THE TOP AND SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD. SO BADLY THAT I'M AFRAID TO WASH IT! IT'S STARTING TO RUST NOW FROM IT. IT IS CONSISTENTLY GETTING WORSE WITHOUT ME EVEN TOUCHING IT.

Aug 19, 2020 Engine 74,349 mi

WITH THE VEHICLE MOVING AT 60 MILES PER HOUR THE ENGINE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES AND THEN TURNS OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY, I PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND I WAS ABLE TO STOP NEXT TO THE HIGHWAY, I TURNED ON THE ENGINE LIGHT BUT DID NOT SHOW ANY CODE AND THE ENGINE DID NOT IT TURNED ON AND IT TURNS OUT TH...

Aug 19, 2020 Engine 74,349 mi

WITH THE VEHICLE MOVING AT 60 MILES PER HOUR THE ENGINE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES AND THEN TURNS OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY, I PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND I WAS ABLE TO STOP NEXT TO THE HIGHWAY, I TURNED ON THE ENGINE LIGHT BUT DID NOT SHOW ANY CODE AND THE ENGINE DID NOT IT TURNED ON AND IT TURNS OUT TH...

Aug 13, 2020 Structure

THE PEARL WHITE PAINT ON MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO IS PEELING OFF. SMALL AREAS AROUND THE WINDSHIELD STARTED AT FIRST AND NOW THE SIDES OF THE WINDSHIELD ARE COMING OFF IN LARGER SECTIONS. ALL OF THESE AREAS ARE STARTING TO SHOW SIGNS OF RUST AS WELL. ADDITIONALLY, THERE ARE SEVERAL SMALL SPOTS ON THE H...

Aug 13, 2020 Structure

THE PEARL WHITE PAINT ON MY 2015 KIA SORRENTO IS PEELING OFF. SMALL AREAS AROUND THE WINDSHIELD STARTED AT FIRST AND NOW THE SIDES OF THE WINDSHIELD ARE COMING OFF IN LARGER SECTIONS. ALL OF THESE AREAS ARE STARTING TO SHOW SIGNS OF RUST AS WELL. ADDITIONALLY, THERE ARE SEVERAL SMALL SPOTS ON THE H...

Aug 6, 2020 Engine 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING A KNOCKING SOUND OCCURRED AND THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE BEGAN TO RISE. EVENTUALLY THE SUV BEGINS TO STALL AND STARTS TO LOSE POWER. ONCE STOPPED (PULLED OVER SAFELY) I NOTICED THAT THE COOLANT IS OVERFLOWING AND GUSHES OUT ALONG THE SIDE OF THE HOOD. WHEN ADDING MORE COOLANT, IT CONTINUES...

Aug 6, 2020 Engine 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING A KNOCKING SOUND OCCURRED AND THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE BEGAN TO RISE. EVENTUALLY THE SUV BEGINS TO STALL AND STARTS TO LOSE POWER. ONCE STOPPED (PULLED OVER SAFELY) I NOTICED THAT THE COOLANT IS OVERFLOWING AND GUSHES OUT ALONG THE SIDE OF THE HOOD. WHEN ADDING MORE COOLANT, IT CONTINUES...

Aug 5, 2020 Engine 96,000 mi

UPON A COLD STAR, ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY. THIS WAS DETERMINED TO BE A TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM I KIA'S ACROSS MANY MODELS. SOMEHOW THE SORENTO WAS EXCLUDED. OF COURSE OUR VEHICLE IS AT 101,000 MILES AND KIA NOT ONLY REFUSES TO COVER IT, THE WANT $3100 TO MAKE THE REPAIRS....

Aug 5, 2020 Engine 96,000 mi

UPON A COLD STAR, ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY. THIS WAS DETERMINED TO BE A TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM I KIA'S ACROSS MANY MODELS. SOMEHOW THE SORENTO WAS EXCLUDED. OF COURSE OUR VEHICLE IS AT 101,000 MILES AND KIA NOT ONLY REFUSES TO COVER IT, THE WANT $3100 TO MAKE THE REPAIRS....

Aug 2, 2020 Exterior Lighting 35,000 mi

KEEPS BLOWING OUT LOW BEAM HEAD LITES. REPLACED FOUR TIMES IN THE LAST YEAR. TOOK IN TO DEALER TO LOOK AT. WAS TOLD NOTHING THEY COULD DO ABOUT IT. I FOUND OUT BY ONLINE RESEARCH THAT THIS IS NOT JUST A COUPLE REPORTS. IT IS DANGEROUS AT NITE WE HAVE TO DRIVE WITH DAYLITES. NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH FOR DRI...

Aug 2, 2020 Exterior Lighting 35,000 mi

KEEPS BLOWING OUT LOW BEAM HEAD LITES. REPLACED FOUR TIMES IN THE LAST YEAR. TOOK IN TO DEALER TO LOOK AT. WAS TOLD NOTHING THEY COULD DO ABOUT IT. I FOUND OUT BY ONLINE RESEARCH THAT THIS IS NOT JUST A COUPLE REPORTS. IT IS DANGEROUS AT NITE WE HAVE TO DRIVE WITH DAYLITES. NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH FOR DRI...

Jul 29, 2020 Exterior Lighting 61,833 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE MY DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHT UNIT ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO AT 62,000 MILES. COULD NOT REPLACE JUST THE LAMP.

Jul 29, 2020 Exterior Lighting 61,833 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE MY DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHT UNIT ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO AT 62,000 MILES. COULD NOT REPLACE JUST THE LAMP.

Jul 28, 2020 Exterior Lighting 40,000 mi

I HAVE CHANGED THE HEADLIGHTS IN MY 2015 KIA SORENTA OVER 6 TIMES. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER AND SELDOM DRIVE AT NIGHT BECAUSE I AM ELDERLY. HOW CAN I GET THIS PROBLEM FIXED. LAST NIGHT WE DROVE FROM OHIO TO VIRGINIA WITH DIM AND NO HEADLIGHTS. AGAIN. TIME AFTER TIME, NO HEAD LIGHTS. AND YES I BUY...

Jul 28, 2020 Engine 84,100 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLA...

Jul 28, 2020 Exterior Lighting 40,000 mi

I HAVE CHANGED THE HEADLIGHTS IN MY 2015 KIA SORENTA OVER 6 TIMES. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER AND SELDOM DRIVE AT NIGHT BECAUSE I AM ELDERLY. HOW CAN I GET THIS PROBLEM FIXED. LAST NIGHT WE DROVE FROM OHIO TO VIRGINIA WITH DIM AND NO HEADLIGHTS. AGAIN. TIME AFTER TIME, NO HEAD LIGHTS. AND YES I BUY...

Jul 28, 2020 Engine 84,100 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLA...

Jul 22, 2020 Electrical System 75,000 mi

WHEN IPHONE CONNECTED THE STEREO RANDOMLY SKIPS. AND WHEN MY WIFE GOT OUT OF THE CAR THE STEREO WOULDN'T SHUT OFF. ALSO TOOK CAR IN TO DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES DUE TO LEAKING RADIATOR FLUID. FIXED GASKET BUT STILL SMELL RADIATOR FLUID WHEN YOU HAVE CAR RUNNING AWHILE. ALSO ENGINE MAKES TERRIBLE KNO...

Jul 22, 2020 Engine 75,000 mi

WHEN IPHONE CONNECTED THE STEREO RANDOMLY SKIPS. AND WHEN MY WIFE GOT OUT OF THE CAR THE STEREO WOULDN'T SHUT OFF. ALSO TOOK CAR IN TO DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES DUE TO LEAKING RADIATOR FLUID. FIXED GASKET BUT STILL SMELL RADIATOR FLUID WHEN YOU HAVE CAR RUNNING AWHILE. ALSO ENGINE MAKES TERRIBLE KNO...

Jul 22, 2020 Electrical System 75,000 mi

WHEN IPHONE CONNECTED THE STEREO RANDOMLY SKIPS. AND WHEN MY WIFE GOT OUT OF THE CAR THE STEREO WOULDN'T SHUT OFF. ALSO TOOK CAR IN TO DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES DUE TO LEAKING RADIATOR FLUID. FIXED GASKET BUT STILL SMELL RADIATOR FLUID WHEN YOU HAVE CAR RUNNING AWHILE. ALSO ENGINE MAKES TERRIBLE KNO...

Jul 22, 2020 Engine 75,000 mi

WHEN IPHONE CONNECTED THE STEREO RANDOMLY SKIPS. AND WHEN MY WIFE GOT OUT OF THE CAR THE STEREO WOULDN'T SHUT OFF. ALSO TOOK CAR IN TO DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES DUE TO LEAKING RADIATOR FLUID. FIXED GASKET BUT STILL SMELL RADIATOR FLUID WHEN YOU HAVE CAR RUNNING AWHILE. ALSO ENGINE MAKES TERRIBLE KNO...

Jul 21, 2020 Engine 31,245 mi

I GOT THIS SORENTO WHEN IT HAD 32 THOUSAND MILES I HAVE PUT ALMOST 30 THOUSAND ON IT BUT EVERY SENCE I HAVE OWNED IT IT HAS USED ALMOST 2 QUARTS OF OIL AT ABOUT 25 HUNDRED MILES I CHAGE IT AT 25 HUNDRED MILES BUT DONT NO WHY IT USES OIL LIKE THAT I HAVE HAD IT A LITTLE OVER TWO YEARS I BELEAVE

Jul 21, 2020 Engine 31,245 mi

I GOT THIS SORENTO WHEN IT HAD 32 THOUSAND MILES I HAVE PUT ALMOST 30 THOUSAND ON IT BUT EVERY SENCE I HAVE OWNED IT IT HAS USED ALMOST 2 QUARTS OF OIL AT ABOUT 25 HUNDRED MILES I CHAGE IT AT 25 HUNDRED MILES BUT DONT NO WHY IT USES OIL LIKE THAT I HAVE HAD IT A LITTLE OVER TWO YEARS I BELEAVE

Jul 15, 2020 Engine 107,375 mi

THE ENGINE SEIZED.

Jul 15, 2020 Engine 107,375 mi

THE ENGINE SEIZED.

Jul 14, 2020 Tires

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SEVERAL UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE INSPECTED FOR THE TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM) WARNING LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT W...

Jul 14, 2020 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SEVERAL UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE INSPECTED FOR THE TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM) WARNING LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT W...

Jul 14, 2020 Tires

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SEVERAL UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE INSPECTED FOR THE TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM) WARNING LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT W...

Jul 14, 2020 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SEVERAL UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE INSPECTED FOR THE TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM) WARNING LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT W...

Jun 27, 2020 Equipment

CAR MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM INCLUDES BLUE TOOTH RADIO A GPS STOPPED WORKING AND I CAN NOT USE BLUE TOOTH AND DIRECTION MAPS MY MECHANIC ASKED THE KIA MECHANIIC AND WAS TOLD IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM. *TR

Jun 27, 2020 Unknown Or Other

CAR MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM INCLUDES BLUE TOOTH RADIO A GPS STOPPED WORKING AND I CAN NOT USE BLUE TOOTH AND DIRECTION MAPS MY MECHANIC ASKED THE KIA MECHANIIC AND WAS TOLD IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM. *TR

Jun 27, 2020 Equipment

CAR MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM INCLUDES BLUE TOOTH RADIO A GPS STOPPED WORKING AND I CAN NOT USE BLUE TOOTH AND DIRECTION MAPS MY MECHANIC ASKED THE KIA MECHANIIC AND WAS TOLD IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM. *TR

Jun 27, 2020 Unknown Or Other

CAR MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM INCLUDES BLUE TOOTH RADIO A GPS STOPPED WORKING AND I CAN NOT USE BLUE TOOTH AND DIRECTION MAPS MY MECHANIC ASKED THE KIA MECHANIIC AND WAS TOLD IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM. *TR

Jun 19, 2020 Engine 38,000 mi

ENGINE VALVE IT'S DETACHED! CAR WAS RUNNING FINE SINCE PURCHASED USED BACK IN OCT 2019 WITH THIRTY ONE THOUSAND MILES. I WAS SOLD THE CAR WITH THE PRETENSE OF CAR FAX AND IT BEING IN GOOD CONDITION WITH ONLY TWO PREVIOUS OWNERS. AS OF THIS PAST MONDAY THE CAR WAS MAKING A TERRIBLE SOUND FROM UNDER...

Jun 19, 2020 Engine 38,000 mi

ENGINE VALVE IT'S DETACHED! CAR WAS RUNNING FINE SINCE PURCHASED USED BACK IN OCT 2019 WITH THIRTY ONE THOUSAND MILES. I WAS SOLD THE CAR WITH THE PRETENSE OF CAR FAX AND IT BEING IN GOOD CONDITION WITH ONLY TWO PREVIOUS OWNERS. AS OF THIS PAST MONDAY THE CAR WAS MAKING A TERRIBLE SOUND FROM UNDER...

Jun 10, 2020 Engine 143,670 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE ABOVE 25 MPH WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ...

Jun 10, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 143,670 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE ABOVE 25 MPH WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ...

Jun 10, 2020 Engine 143,670 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE ABOVE 25 MPH WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ...

Jun 10, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 143,670 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE ABOVE 25 MPH WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ...

May 30, 2020 Air Bags

THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. I WAS INFORMED IN AN ACCIDENT THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY. *TR

May 30, 2020 Air Bags

THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. I WAS INFORMED IN AN ACCIDENT THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY. *TR

May 24, 2020 Electrical System 68,000 mi

MY CAR STARTED STUTTERING AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STARTED FLASHING. GOT THE CODE READ AT A KIA DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS DETERMINED THROUGH A DIAGNOSTIC THAT WE NEEDED A NEW ENGINE. WE REPLACED THE ENGINE AND THE CAR IS STILL STUTTERING AND HAVING GAS MILEAGE ISSUES. WHEN THE CHECK E...

May 24, 2020 Engine 68,000 mi

MY CAR STARTED STUTTERING AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STARTED FLASHING. GOT THE CODE READ AT A KIA DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS DETERMINED THROUGH A DIAGNOSTIC THAT WE NEEDED A NEW ENGINE. WE REPLACED THE ENGINE AND THE CAR IS STILL STUTTERING AND HAVING GAS MILEAGE ISSUES. WHEN THE CHECK E...

May 24, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 68,000 mi

MY CAR STARTED STUTTERING AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STARTED FLASHING. GOT THE CODE READ AT A KIA DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS DETERMINED THROUGH A DIAGNOSTIC THAT WE NEEDED A NEW ENGINE. WE REPLACED THE ENGINE AND THE CAR IS STILL STUTTERING AND HAVING GAS MILEAGE ISSUES. WHEN THE CHECK E...

May 24, 2020 Electrical System 68,000 mi

MY CAR STARTED STUTTERING AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STARTED FLASHING. GOT THE CODE READ AT A KIA DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS DETERMINED THROUGH A DIAGNOSTIC THAT WE NEEDED A NEW ENGINE. WE REPLACED THE ENGINE AND THE CAR IS STILL STUTTERING AND HAVING GAS MILEAGE ISSUES. WHEN THE CHECK E...

May 24, 2020 Engine 68,000 mi

MY CAR STARTED STUTTERING AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STARTED FLASHING. GOT THE CODE READ AT A KIA DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS DETERMINED THROUGH A DIAGNOSTIC THAT WE NEEDED A NEW ENGINE. WE REPLACED THE ENGINE AND THE CAR IS STILL STUTTERING AND HAVING GAS MILEAGE ISSUES. WHEN THE CHECK E...

May 24, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 68,000 mi

MY CAR STARTED STUTTERING AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STARTED FLASHING. GOT THE CODE READ AT A KIA DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS DETERMINED THROUGH A DIAGNOSTIC THAT WE NEEDED A NEW ENGINE. WE REPLACED THE ENGINE AND THE CAR IS STILL STUTTERING AND HAVING GAS MILEAGE ISSUES. WHEN THE CHECK E...

May 22, 2020 Engine Fire 85,786 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED ON MULTIPLY OCCASIONS. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL ODOR OF FUEL DETECTED INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO KIA DOWNTOWN LOS ANGEL...

May 22, 2020 Engine Fire 85,786 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED ON MULTIPLY OCCASIONS. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL ODOR OF FUEL DETECTED INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO KIA DOWNTOWN LOS ANGEL...

May 21, 2020 Engine 85,000 mi

NOTICED KNOCKING IN ENGINE AT START, AND WHEN PRESSED GAS PEDAL. STOPPED DRIVING IT IMMEDIATELY. PER MECHANIC, NEW ENGINE NEEDED. *TR

May 21, 2020 Engine 85,000 mi

NOTICED KNOCKING IN ENGINE AT START, AND WHEN PRESSED GAS PEDAL. STOPPED DRIVING IT IMMEDIATELY. PER MECHANIC, NEW ENGINE NEEDED. *TR

May 19, 2020 Engine 70,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2015 SORENTO TO WORK, AND LOOKED DOWN TO NOTICE THAT THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WAS RUNNING HOT. THEY DAY BEFORE MY AC HAD STOPPED WORKING, AND I NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE FAN WAS RUNNING LONGER THAN USUAL WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR. AS SOON AS I NOTICED THE ENGINE WAS HOT, I LOOKED FOR A S...

May 19, 2020 Engine 70,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2015 SORENTO TO WORK, AND LOOKED DOWN TO NOTICE THAT THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WAS RUNNING HOT. THEY DAY BEFORE MY AC HAD STOPPED WORKING, AND I NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE FAN WAS RUNNING LONGER THAN USUAL WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR. AS SOON AS I NOTICED THE ENGINE WAS HOT, I LOOKED FOR A S...

Apr 28, 2020 Unknown Or Other 62,553 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A RURAL HIGHWAY, ON A SATURDAY MORNING, SUN SHINING AND A BRISK 70 DEGREES, WHEN I HEARD WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A GUNSHOT AND MY EARS RINGING FROM THE SOUND. MY SUNROOF STARTED SHATTERING AND THEN RAINING GLASS DOWN INTO MY CAR. I THOUGHT MAYBE SOMETHING HAD HIT MY CAR AND STOPPED AS ...

Apr 28, 2020 Unknown Or Other 62,553 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A RURAL HIGHWAY, ON A SATURDAY MORNING, SUN SHINING AND A BRISK 70 DEGREES, WHEN I HEARD WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A GUNSHOT AND MY EARS RINGING FROM THE SOUND. MY SUNROOF STARTED SHATTERING AND THEN RAINING GLASS DOWN INTO MY CAR. I THOUGHT MAYBE SOMETHING HAD HIT MY CAR AND STOPPED AS ...

Apr 6, 2020 Engine And Engine Cooling 118,813 mi

ENGINE FAILED AT 118,813, NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I HAVE MAINTANIED MY VEHICLE WITH ALL PROPER SERVICE SINCE OWNING VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP IS SAYING THEY WILL NOT COVER THE ENGINE AND WANT TO CHARGE ME OVER $11,000 TO REPLACE.

Apr 6, 2020 Engine And Engine Cooling 118,813 mi

ENGINE FAILED AT 118,813, NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I HAVE MAINTANIED MY VEHICLE WITH ALL PROPER SERVICE SINCE OWNING VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP IS SAYING THEY WILL NOT COVER THE ENGINE AND WANT TO CHARGE ME OVER $11,000 TO REPLACE.

Apr 4, 2020 Electrical System 27,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY MADE A POST HERE YESTERDAY ... AND AFTER READING COMMENTS, I THOUGHT I'D ADD ON. MY COMMENTS HAVE TO DO WITH A 2015 KIA SORENTO WHICH NEEDS A NEW MOTOR BECAUSE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE HEAD TO THE BLOCK ARE STRIPPED (I SMELLED ANTIFREEZE). OBVIOUSLY, NOT MY FAULT. MILEAGE IS 102,000. KIA ...

Apr 4, 2020 Engine 27,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY MADE A POST HERE YESTERDAY ... AND AFTER READING COMMENTS, I THOUGHT I'D ADD ON. MY COMMENTS HAVE TO DO WITH A 2015 KIA SORENTO WHICH NEEDS A NEW MOTOR BECAUSE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE HEAD TO THE BLOCK ARE STRIPPED (I SMELLED ANTIFREEZE). OBVIOUSLY, NOT MY FAULT. MILEAGE IS 102,000. KIA ...

Apr 4, 2020 Power Train 27,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY MADE A POST HERE YESTERDAY ... AND AFTER READING COMMENTS, I THOUGHT I'D ADD ON. MY COMMENTS HAVE TO DO WITH A 2015 KIA SORENTO WHICH NEEDS A NEW MOTOR BECAUSE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE HEAD TO THE BLOCK ARE STRIPPED (I SMELLED ANTIFREEZE). OBVIOUSLY, NOT MY FAULT. MILEAGE IS 102,000. KIA ...

Apr 4, 2020 Electrical System 27,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY MADE A POST HERE YESTERDAY ... AND AFTER READING COMMENTS, I THOUGHT I'D ADD ON. MY COMMENTS HAVE TO DO WITH A 2015 KIA SORENTO WHICH NEEDS A NEW MOTOR BECAUSE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE HEAD TO THE BLOCK ARE STRIPPED (I SMELLED ANTIFREEZE). OBVIOUSLY, NOT MY FAULT. MILEAGE IS 102,000. KIA ...

Apr 4, 2020 Engine 27,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY MADE A POST HERE YESTERDAY ... AND AFTER READING COMMENTS, I THOUGHT I'D ADD ON. MY COMMENTS HAVE TO DO WITH A 2015 KIA SORENTO WHICH NEEDS A NEW MOTOR BECAUSE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE HEAD TO THE BLOCK ARE STRIPPED (I SMELLED ANTIFREEZE). OBVIOUSLY, NOT MY FAULT. MILEAGE IS 102,000. KIA ...

Apr 4, 2020 Power Train 27,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY MADE A POST HERE YESTERDAY ... AND AFTER READING COMMENTS, I THOUGHT I'D ADD ON. MY COMMENTS HAVE TO DO WITH A 2015 KIA SORENTO WHICH NEEDS A NEW MOTOR BECAUSE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE HEAD TO THE BLOCK ARE STRIPPED (I SMELLED ANTIFREEZE). OBVIOUSLY, NOT MY FAULT. MILEAGE IS 102,000. KIA ...

Apr 3, 2020 Engine 102,000 mi

SMELLED ANTIFREEZE AFTER DRIVING. TOOK TO KIA. DIAGNOSED THAT BOLTS THAT HOLD THE HEAD ON THE MOTOR HAD STRIPPED OUT FROM THE BLOCK. CAUSED ANTIFREEZE LEAK. BOUGHT CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED, DEALER REFUSES TO HELP US WITH THIS. $7,000 NEW MOTOR NEEDED. 2015, 102,000 MILES, $19,000 OWED ON CAR.

Apr 3, 2020 Engine 102,000 mi

SMELLED ANTIFREEZE AFTER DRIVING. TOOK TO KIA. DIAGNOSED THAT BOLTS THAT HOLD THE HEAD ON THE MOTOR HAD STRIPPED OUT FROM THE BLOCK. CAUSED ANTIFREEZE LEAK. BOUGHT CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED, DEALER REFUSES TO HELP US WITH THIS. $7,000 NEW MOTOR NEEDED. 2015, 102,000 MILES, $19,000 OWED ON CAR.

Apr 1, 2020 Electrical System 61,217 mi

MY VEHICLES REAR FACING CAMERA HAS A BLACK SCREEN. THE LINES ARE STILL THERE AND IT SEEMS LIKE THE SENSOR IS WORKING BUT THE SCREEN IS COMPLETELY BLACK. AT FIRST THIS SEEMED TO BE AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM ONLY HAPPENING ONE OR TWO TIMES A WEEK. NOW IT WILL NOT COME ON AT ALL. THE VEHICLE STARTS IN...

Apr 1, 2020 Unknown Or Other 61,217 mi

MY VEHICLES REAR FACING CAMERA HAS A BLACK SCREEN. THE LINES ARE STILL THERE AND IT SEEMS LIKE THE SENSOR IS WORKING BUT THE SCREEN IS COMPLETELY BLACK. AT FIRST THIS SEEMED TO BE AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM ONLY HAPPENING ONE OR TWO TIMES A WEEK. NOW IT WILL NOT COME ON AT ALL. THE VEHICLE STARTS IN...

Apr 1, 2020 Electrical System 61,217 mi

MY VEHICLES REAR FACING CAMERA HAS A BLACK SCREEN. THE LINES ARE STILL THERE AND IT SEEMS LIKE THE SENSOR IS WORKING BUT THE SCREEN IS COMPLETELY BLACK. AT FIRST THIS SEEMED TO BE AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM ONLY HAPPENING ONE OR TWO TIMES A WEEK. NOW IT WILL NOT COME ON AT ALL. THE VEHICLE STARTS IN...

Apr 1, 2020 Unknown Or Other 61,217 mi

MY VEHICLES REAR FACING CAMERA HAS A BLACK SCREEN. THE LINES ARE STILL THERE AND IT SEEMS LIKE THE SENSOR IS WORKING BUT THE SCREEN IS COMPLETELY BLACK. AT FIRST THIS SEEMED TO BE AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM ONLY HAPPENING ONE OR TWO TIMES A WEEK. NOW IT WILL NOT COME ON AT ALL. THE VEHICLE STARTS IN...

Mar 19, 2020 Engine 53,000 mi

ENGINE STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE UPON ACCELERATION AND AT INITIAL STARTUP. ENGINE HAS ONLY 53,000 MILES ON IT. I DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME, PARKED IT AND IMMEDIATELY MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE LOCAL DEALER TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (LESS THAN 5 MILE...

Mar 19, 2020 Engine 53,000 mi

ENGINE STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE UPON ACCELERATION AND AT INITIAL STARTUP. ENGINE HAS ONLY 53,000 MILES ON IT. I DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME, PARKED IT AND IMMEDIATELY MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE LOCAL DEALER TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (LESS THAN 5 MILE...

Mar 11, 2020 Engine 61,000 mi

ENGINE STOP AT RHE LIGTH ALMOST CAUSING AND ACCIDENT. THE ENGINE OF 2015 KIA SORENTO STOP GETTING CLOSED TO LIGTH FOR NO REASON. THE ENGINE IS LOCK AT 61,000 DEALERSHIP WATING TIME ON A DIAGNOSIS IS 4 TO 6 WEEKS

Mar 11, 2020 Engine 79,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY SORENTO FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR. IN FEBRUARY MY ENGINE STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO A DEALERSHIP AND I WAS TOLD I NEEDED THE ENGINE REPLACED FOR 8000. AFTER REVIEWING I SEEN THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND THERE ARE RECALLS FOR ALOT OF THEIR ENGINES. SINCE I PURCHAS...

Mar 11, 2020 Engine 61,000 mi

ENGINE STOP AT RHE LIGTH ALMOST CAUSING AND ACCIDENT. THE ENGINE OF 2015 KIA SORENTO STOP GETTING CLOSED TO LIGTH FOR NO REASON. THE ENGINE IS LOCK AT 61,000 DEALERSHIP WATING TIME ON A DIAGNOSIS IS 4 TO 6 WEEKS

Mar 11, 2020 Engine 79,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY SORENTO FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR. IN FEBRUARY MY ENGINE STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO A DEALERSHIP AND I WAS TOLD I NEEDED THE ENGINE REPLACED FOR 8000. AFTER REVIEWING I SEEN THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND THERE ARE RECALLS FOR ALOT OF THEIR ENGINES. SINCE I PURCHAS...

Mar 8, 2020 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHTS ON MY CAR ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. I HAVE RESORTED TO HAVING TO RUN MY FOG LIGHTS JUST TO GET ENOUGH LIGHT ON THE ROAD. I'VE TRIED NUMEROUS TYPES OF AFTER MARKET LIGHTS AND NOTHING MAKES THEM BRIGHTER. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD THAT KIA SOMEHOW MISSED.

Mar 8, 2020 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHTS ON MY CAR ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. I HAVE RESORTED TO HAVING TO RUN MY FOG LIGHTS JUST TO GET ENOUGH LIGHT ON THE ROAD. I'VE TRIED NUMEROUS TYPES OF AFTER MARKET LIGHTS AND NOTHING MAKES THEM BRIGHTER. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD THAT KIA SOMEHOW MISSED.

Mar 6, 2020 Engine 93,575 mi

MY CAR WAS WORKING FINE, THE NEXT I HEAR A KNOCKING IN THE MOTOR, THE CAR STARTED TURNING OFF, I TOOK IT RIGHT ALWAY WHEN THEY TOLD I NEED A NEW ENGINE. THERE WAS NO ENGINE LIGHT ON OR NO NOTICE THAT CAR WAS GOING BREAK DOWN. I ONLY HAD CAR FOR ABOUT 1YEAR AND 3 MONTHS. I STILL OWN 25,000 AND I NEED...

Mar 6, 2020 Engine 93,575 mi

MY CAR WAS WORKING FINE, THE NEXT I HEAR A KNOCKING IN THE MOTOR, THE CAR STARTED TURNING OFF, I TOOK IT RIGHT ALWAY WHEN THEY TOLD I NEED A NEW ENGINE. THERE WAS NO ENGINE LIGHT ON OR NO NOTICE THAT CAR WAS GOING BREAK DOWN. I ONLY HAD CAR FOR ABOUT 1YEAR AND 3 MONTHS. I STILL OWN 25,000 AND I NEED...

Mar 1, 2020 Exterior Lighting 106,000 mi

MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT HIT A KEEP BURNING OUT PREMATURELY. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE WITH 47000 MILES, AND IT NOW HAS 106000. IN NOT QUITE 60K MILES I HAVE REPLACED THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS 7 TIMES. WHEN REPLACING I HAVE FOLLOWED THE OWNERS MANUAL PROCEDURE EACH TIME. A QUICK INTERNET SEARCH OF VARIOUS ONL...

Mar 1, 2020 Engine

CAR ONLY HAS 100,000 MILES AND HAS BLOWN A HEAD GASKET. OIL IS CHANGED ON REGULAR AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF

Mar 1, 2020 Exterior Lighting 106,000 mi

MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT HIT A KEEP BURNING OUT PREMATURELY. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE WITH 47000 MILES, AND IT NOW HAS 106000. IN NOT QUITE 60K MILES I HAVE REPLACED THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS 7 TIMES. WHEN REPLACING I HAVE FOLLOWED THE OWNERS MANUAL PROCEDURE EACH TIME. A QUICK INTERNET SEARCH OF VARIOUS ONL...

Mar 1, 2020 Engine

CAR ONLY HAS 100,000 MILES AND HAS BLOWN A HEAD GASKET. OIL IS CHANGED ON REGULAR AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF

Feb 25, 2020 Exterior Lighting 75,000 mi

WHEN MY WIFE GOT THIS VEHICLE SHE TOLD ME SHE COULDN'T SEE THE ROAD AT NIGHT I DROVE THE VEHICLE AND I COULDN'T SEE THE ROAD EITHER SO I WENT TO KIA AND THEY PLACED NEW BULBS IN THERE AT FIRST WE THOUGHT EVERYTHING WAS GREAT BUT AFTER A MONTH IT WAS BACK TO BEING VERY DIM AT NIGHT. SO I TOOK IT BACK...

Feb 25, 2020 Exterior Lighting 75,000 mi

WHEN MY WIFE GOT THIS VEHICLE SHE TOLD ME SHE COULDN'T SEE THE ROAD AT NIGHT I DROVE THE VEHICLE AND I COULDN'T SEE THE ROAD EITHER SO I WENT TO KIA AND THEY PLACED NEW BULBS IN THERE AT FIRST WE THOUGHT EVERYTHING WAS GREAT BUT AFTER A MONTH IT WAS BACK TO BEING VERY DIM AT NIGHT. SO I TOOK IT BACK...

Feb 18, 2020 Electrical System 108,000 mi

REGULAR DRIVING LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS DIM MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE IN DARK ROADS AND HIGHWAYS. REGULAR LAMPS ARE CONSTANTLY BURNING OUT, HAVE REPLACE LAMPS COUNTLESS OF TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. IN DECEMBER I REPLACED BOTH LOW BEAM LIGHT AND I JUST NOTICE BOTH ARE BURNT OUT ONCE AGAIN.

Feb 18, 2020 Electrical System 108,000 mi

REGULAR DRIVING LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS DIM MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE IN DARK ROADS AND HIGHWAYS. REGULAR LAMPS ARE CONSTANTLY BURNING OUT, HAVE REPLACE LAMPS COUNTLESS OF TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. IN DECEMBER I REPLACED BOTH LOW BEAM LIGHT AND I JUST NOTICE BOTH ARE BURNT OUT ONCE AGAIN.

Feb 17, 2020 Engine 62,000 mi

WE PURCHASED THIS 2015 KIA SORENTO USED WITH LESS THAN 40,000 MILES BUT HAD 62,000 ON THE ENGINE AT THE TIME OF FAILURE. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN I HEARD A LOAD TICKING AND THEN A VIOLENT SHAKING AND A BANG AS THE DASH PANEL LITE UP AND THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP. I THEN LOOKED UNDER T...

Feb 17, 2020 Engine 62,000 mi

WE PURCHASED THIS 2015 KIA SORENTO USED WITH LESS THAN 40,000 MILES BUT HAD 62,000 ON THE ENGINE AT THE TIME OF FAILURE. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN I HEARD A LOAD TICKING AND THEN A VIOLENT SHAKING AND A BANG AS THE DASH PANEL LITE UP AND THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP. I THEN LOOKED UNDER T...

Feb 3, 2020 Engine 61,788 mi

EGINE STALLS AND AC ON STALLS AND HAS DIED 3TIMES

Feb 3, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 61,788 mi

EGINE STALLS AND AC ON STALLS AND HAS DIED 3TIMES

Feb 3, 2020 Steering 61,788 mi

EGINE STALLS AND AC ON STALLS AND HAS DIED 3TIMES

Feb 3, 2020 Engine 61,788 mi

EGINE STALLS AND AC ON STALLS AND HAS DIED 3TIMES

Feb 3, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 61,788 mi

EGINE STALLS AND AC ON STALLS AND HAS DIED 3TIMES

Feb 3, 2020 Steering 61,788 mi

EGINE STALLS AND AC ON STALLS AND HAS DIED 3TIMES

Jan 29, 2020 Engine 53,200 mi

DESPITE MAINTAINING OIL LEVELS (WELL-DOCUMENTED), ENGINE SLUDGE OCCURS. ENGINE SHAKES WHEN GOING UPHILL. ON JANUARY 2, 2020 4 QTS OF OIL WAS GIVEN. ON JANUARY 20, 2020...THE ENGINE HAD USED UP 3 QUARTS OF OIL. THE PREVIOUS OIL CHANGE OCCURRED ON NOVEMBER 9, 2019 AND THE ONE BEFORE THAT WAS DURING TH...

Jan 29, 2020 Exterior Lighting 50,000 mi

LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. ON MOUNTAIN ROADS IN VERMONT I NEEDED HIGH BEAMS CONSTANTLY TO HAVE REASONABLE SIGHT DISTANCE. ON INTERSTATE ROADS THE LOW BEAMS BARELY LIGHT 2-3 CAR LENGTHS AHEAD OF ME.

Jan 29, 2020 Engine 93,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 70 MPH. THE ENGINE LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND THE CAR LOST POWER. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SHOULDER. I TRIED GETTING TO THE NEXT EXIT BUT EVEN DOING 15MPH I COULD HEAR A NOISE IN THE ENGINE. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND CALLED FOR A TOW. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO MY MEC...

Jan 29, 2020 Engine 53,200 mi

DESPITE MAINTAINING OIL LEVELS (WELL-DOCUMENTED), ENGINE SLUDGE OCCURS. ENGINE SHAKES WHEN GOING UPHILL. ON JANUARY 2, 2020 4 QTS OF OIL WAS GIVEN. ON JANUARY 20, 2020...THE ENGINE HAD USED UP 3 QUARTS OF OIL. THE PREVIOUS OIL CHANGE OCCURRED ON NOVEMBER 9, 2019 AND THE ONE BEFORE THAT WAS DURING TH...

Jan 29, 2020 Exterior Lighting 50,000 mi

LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. ON MOUNTAIN ROADS IN VERMONT I NEEDED HIGH BEAMS CONSTANTLY TO HAVE REASONABLE SIGHT DISTANCE. ON INTERSTATE ROADS THE LOW BEAMS BARELY LIGHT 2-3 CAR LENGTHS AHEAD OF ME.

Jan 29, 2020 Engine 93,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 70 MPH. THE ENGINE LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND THE CAR LOST POWER. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SHOULDER. I TRIED GETTING TO THE NEXT EXIT BUT EVEN DOING 15MPH I COULD HEAR A NOISE IN THE ENGINE. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND CALLED FOR A TOW. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO MY MEC...

Jan 19, 2020 Electrical System 88,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO IGNITION WENT OUT AND I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND COST ME RIGHT AT $500 FOR A NEW IGNITION. MAKING ME LEAVE WITH TWO KEYS, MY ORIGINAL KEY WILL ONLY OPERATED THE DOOR AND THEN NEW KEY OPERATES ONLY THE IGNITION. MY FACTORY FOB IS NO LONGER A PART OF THE WORKIN...

Jan 19, 2020 Unknown Or Other 88,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO IGNITION WENT OUT AND I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND COST ME RIGHT AT $500 FOR A NEW IGNITION. MAKING ME LEAVE WITH TWO KEYS, MY ORIGINAL KEY WILL ONLY OPERATED THE DOOR AND THEN NEW KEY OPERATES ONLY THE IGNITION. MY FACTORY FOB IS NO LONGER A PART OF THE WORKIN...

Jan 19, 2020 Electrical System 88,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO IGNITION WENT OUT AND I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND COST ME RIGHT AT $500 FOR A NEW IGNITION. MAKING ME LEAVE WITH TWO KEYS, MY ORIGINAL KEY WILL ONLY OPERATED THE DOOR AND THEN NEW KEY OPERATES ONLY THE IGNITION. MY FACTORY FOB IS NO LONGER A PART OF THE WORKIN...

Jan 19, 2020 Unknown Or Other 88,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO IGNITION WENT OUT AND I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND COST ME RIGHT AT $500 FOR A NEW IGNITION. MAKING ME LEAVE WITH TWO KEYS, MY ORIGINAL KEY WILL ONLY OPERATED THE DOOR AND THEN NEW KEY OPERATES ONLY THE IGNITION. MY FACTORY FOB IS NO LONGER A PART OF THE WORKIN...

Jan 10, 2020 Engine 140,000 mi

ENGINE STALL ON FREEWAY AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED, ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH AND NOW MAKES ROD TAP NOISE. TOWED TO MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED ENGINE FAILURE. STATED THE TECHNICAL ADVISORY ON THIS VEHICLE MAINTAINS THAT PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE REMAINS IN THIS YEAR VEHICLE AS WELL AS PRIOR YEARS THAT HAV...

Jan 10, 2020 Unknown Or Other 49,000 mi

TRANSMISSION TAKING TIME TO LOAD OR NOT PICKING AT INITIAL MOVE UNTIL YOU PRESS MORE GAS PEDAL.

Jan 10, 2020 Engine 140,000 mi

ENGINE STALL ON FREEWAY AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED, ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH AND NOW MAKES ROD TAP NOISE. TOWED TO MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED ENGINE FAILURE. STATED THE TECHNICAL ADVISORY ON THIS VEHICLE MAINTAINS THAT PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE REMAINS IN THIS YEAR VEHICLE AS WELL AS PRIOR YEARS THAT HAV...

Jan 10, 2020 Unknown Or Other 49,000 mi

TRANSMISSION TAKING TIME TO LOAD OR NOT PICKING AT INITIAL MOVE UNTIL YOU PRESS MORE GAS PEDAL.

Jan 7, 2020 Electrical System 85,000 mi

THE LOW BEAM BULBS KEEP BURNING OUT IN THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS. I'VE REPLACED THEM FOUR TIMES IN THE LAST YEAR. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP TO SEE IF THEY COULD DIAGNOSE WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT. THE LOOKED AT IT AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY FOUND A BURNT HARNESS IN THE LAMP ASSEMBLY AND THAT THE WH...

Jan 7, 2020 Exterior Lighting 85,000 mi

THE LOW BEAM BULBS KEEP BURNING OUT IN THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS. I'VE REPLACED THEM FOUR TIMES IN THE LAST YEAR. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP TO SEE IF THEY COULD DIAGNOSE WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT. THE LOOKED AT IT AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY FOUND A BURNT HARNESS IN THE LAMP ASSEMBLY AND THAT THE WH...

Jan 7, 2020 Electrical System 85,000 mi

THE LOW BEAM BULBS KEEP BURNING OUT IN THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS. I'VE REPLACED THEM FOUR TIMES IN THE LAST YEAR. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP TO SEE IF THEY COULD DIAGNOSE WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT. THE LOOKED AT IT AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY FOUND A BURNT HARNESS IN THE LAMP ASSEMBLY AND THAT THE WH...

Jan 7, 2020 Exterior Lighting 85,000 mi

THE LOW BEAM BULBS KEEP BURNING OUT IN THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS. I'VE REPLACED THEM FOUR TIMES IN THE LAST YEAR. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP TO SEE IF THEY COULD DIAGNOSE WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT. THE LOOKED AT IT AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY FOUND A BURNT HARNESS IN THE LAMP ASSEMBLY AND THAT THE WH...

Jan 6, 2020 Engine 124,000 mi

ENGINE MAKE NOISE AND NOT RUNNING WELL

Jan 6, 2020 Engine 124,000 mi

ENGINE MAKE NOISE AND NOT RUNNING WELL

Jan 5, 2020 Engine 87,340 mi

TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY WHEN HEARD ENGINE NOISE AND THEN IMMEDIATELY ENGINE SEIZED, CAR STOPPED RUNNING ALTOGETHER AND WAS ABLE TO DRIFT TO SIDE OF ROAD. TOWED TO CLOSEST KIA DEALER WHO SAYS ENGINE MUST BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $16 THOUSAND!!! KELLY BLUEBOOK WORTH OF VEHICLE IS APPROX. $8,000. RECALL ...

Jan 5, 2020 Engine 87,340 mi

TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY WHEN HEARD ENGINE NOISE AND THEN IMMEDIATELY ENGINE SEIZED, CAR STOPPED RUNNING ALTOGETHER AND WAS ABLE TO DRIFT TO SIDE OF ROAD. TOWED TO CLOSEST KIA DEALER WHO SAYS ENGINE MUST BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $16 THOUSAND!!! KELLY BLUEBOOK WORTH OF VEHICLE IS APPROX. $8,000. RECALL ...

Dec 28, 2019 Exterior Lighting 105,000 mi

THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. THEY ALSO BURN OUT ABOUT EVERY 6 MONTHS.

Dec 28, 2019 Exterior Lighting 105,000 mi

THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY DIM. THEY ALSO BURN OUT ABOUT EVERY 6 MONTHS.

Dec 26, 2019 Structure 73,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT IN A GRAIN SILO TOWN IN KANSAS (COMING UP ON OAKLEY FROM COLORADO SPRINGS) AND THERE WERE NO CARS AROUND ME. THE WEATHER WASN'T DRASTICALLY CHANGING AND THERE WAS NO ADVERSE WEATHER. SUDDENLY, IT SOUNDS AS THOUGH THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION ON THE TOP OF MY CAR. THE FABRIC PARTITIO...

Dec 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 73,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT IN A GRAIN SILO TOWN IN KANSAS (COMING UP ON OAKLEY FROM COLORADO SPRINGS) AND THERE WERE NO CARS AROUND ME. THE WEATHER WASN'T DRASTICALLY CHANGING AND THERE WAS NO ADVERSE WEATHER. SUDDENLY, IT SOUNDS AS THOUGH THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION ON THE TOP OF MY CAR. THE FABRIC PARTITIO...

Dec 26, 2019 Structure 73,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT IN A GRAIN SILO TOWN IN KANSAS (COMING UP ON OAKLEY FROM COLORADO SPRINGS) AND THERE WERE NO CARS AROUND ME. THE WEATHER WASN'T DRASTICALLY CHANGING AND THERE WAS NO ADVERSE WEATHER. SUDDENLY, IT SOUNDS AS THOUGH THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION ON THE TOP OF MY CAR. THE FABRIC PARTITIO...

Dec 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 73,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT IN A GRAIN SILO TOWN IN KANSAS (COMING UP ON OAKLEY FROM COLORADO SPRINGS) AND THERE WERE NO CARS AROUND ME. THE WEATHER WASN'T DRASTICALLY CHANGING AND THERE WAS NO ADVERSE WEATHER. SUDDENLY, IT SOUNDS AS THOUGH THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION ON THE TOP OF MY CAR. THE FABRIC PARTITIO...

Dec 22, 2019 Service Brakes 113,521 mi

MY SON WAS PULLED OVER AND THE OFFICER SAID THERE WERE NO OPERATING REAR LIGHTS. NOTICED THAT YOU HAVE TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF TO COME ON. THEN ON ANOTHER DAY THERE WERE NO BRAKES GETS LIGHTS EITHER. I INFORMED SOUTHWEST KIA MESQUITE OF THE PROBLEM. THEY SAID THAT IT WAS THE LIGHT SWITCH BECAUSE ON...

Dec 22, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 113,521 mi

MY SON WAS PULLED OVER AND THE OFFICER SAID THERE WERE NO OPERATING REAR LIGHTS. NOTICED THAT YOU HAVE TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF TO COME ON. THEN ON ANOTHER DAY THERE WERE NO BRAKES GETS LIGHTS EITHER. I INFORMED SOUTHWEST KIA MESQUITE OF THE PROBLEM. THEY SAID THAT IT WAS THE LIGHT SWITCH BECAUSE ON...

Dec 22, 2019 Service Brakes 113,521 mi

MY SON WAS PULLED OVER AND THE OFFICER SAID THERE WERE NO OPERATING REAR LIGHTS. NOTICED THAT YOU HAVE TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF TO COME ON. THEN ON ANOTHER DAY THERE WERE NO BRAKES GETS LIGHTS EITHER. I INFORMED SOUTHWEST KIA MESQUITE OF THE PROBLEM. THEY SAID THAT IT WAS THE LIGHT SWITCH BECAUSE ON...

Dec 22, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 113,521 mi

MY SON WAS PULLED OVER AND THE OFFICER SAID THERE WERE NO OPERATING REAR LIGHTS. NOTICED THAT YOU HAVE TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF TO COME ON. THEN ON ANOTHER DAY THERE WERE NO BRAKES GETS LIGHTS EITHER. I INFORMED SOUTHWEST KIA MESQUITE OF THE PROBLEM. THEY SAID THAT IT WAS THE LIGHT SWITCH BECAUSE ON...

Dec 15, 2019 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE MY SUV LOOSE EXCELARATE AND ENGINES LIGHT AND OIL PAN LIGHT CAME ON I PULLED OVER AND ENGINE SHUT DOWN TRY TURNING SUV OVER AND IT DID NOT TURN OVER I HAD IT TOWED AND MACHANIC SAID THE ENGINE IS FREEZE UP.

Dec 15, 2019 Engine

WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE MY SUV LOOSE EXCELARATE AND ENGINES LIGHT AND OIL PAN LIGHT CAME ON I PULLED OVER AND ENGINE SHUT DOWN TRY TURNING SUV OVER AND IT DID NOT TURN OVER I HAD IT TOWED AND MACHANIC SAID THE ENGINE IS FREEZE UP.

Dec 15, 2019 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE MY SUV LOOSE EXCELARATE AND ENGINES LIGHT AND OIL PAN LIGHT CAME ON I PULLED OVER AND ENGINE SHUT DOWN TRY TURNING SUV OVER AND IT DID NOT TURN OVER I HAD IT TOWED AND MACHANIC SAID THE ENGINE IS FREEZE UP.

Dec 15, 2019 Engine

WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE MY SUV LOOSE EXCELARATE AND ENGINES LIGHT AND OIL PAN LIGHT CAME ON I PULLED OVER AND ENGINE SHUT DOWN TRY TURNING SUV OVER AND IT DID NOT TURN OVER I HAD IT TOWED AND MACHANIC SAID THE ENGINE IS FREEZE UP.

Dec 14, 2019 Engine 109,000 mi

AFTER LAST OIL CHANGE APROX. 3 MONTHS AGO. NO ISSUES UNTIL LAST WEEK WHEN SUV WOULD SOUND LIKE IT'S ACCELERATING REALLY FAST BUT NOT GOING VERY FAST. ON STARTUP I KEPT HEARING A SQUEALING AND GRINDING SOUND. ONE DAY OUT DRIVING WITHOUT ANY WARNING LIGHTS OR ANYTHING MY CAR SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER IF I ...

Dec 14, 2019 Engine 109,000 mi

AFTER LAST OIL CHANGE APROX. 3 MONTHS AGO. NO ISSUES UNTIL LAST WEEK WHEN SUV WOULD SOUND LIKE IT'S ACCELERATING REALLY FAST BUT NOT GOING VERY FAST. ON STARTUP I KEPT HEARING A SQUEALING AND GRINDING SOUND. ONE DAY OUT DRIVING WITHOUT ANY WARNING LIGHTS OR ANYTHING MY CAR SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER IF I ...

Dec 6, 2019 Engine 95,000 mi

HEADING HOME ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT SHUT DOWN AND I COASTED IT OFF THE ROAD. WE DISCOVERED THERE WAS NO OIL IN IT BUT HAD NO OIL LIGHT WARNING OR ANY OTHER SIGNS IT WAS LOW ON OIL. THE OIL HAD BEEN CHANGED A FEW MONTHS BEFORE AND WAS DUE TO BE CHANGED IN A COUPLE OF WEEKS. NOW MY KIA NEEDS AN ENGINE ...

Dec 6, 2019 Engine 95,000 mi

HEADING HOME ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT SHUT DOWN AND I COASTED IT OFF THE ROAD. WE DISCOVERED THERE WAS NO OIL IN IT BUT HAD NO OIL LIGHT WARNING OR ANY OTHER SIGNS IT WAS LOW ON OIL. THE OIL HAD BEEN CHANGED A FEW MONTHS BEFORE AND WAS DUE TO BE CHANGED IN A COUPLE OF WEEKS. NOW MY KIA NEEDS AN ENGINE ...

Dec 3, 2019 Engine 64,450 mi

MY SORENTO HAS LESS THAN 65,000 MILES ON IT & IS KEPT WELL MAINTAINED. I WAS DRIVING ON THE TURNPIKE (60MPH) AND HEARD A CLICKING SOUND AND COULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. I PULLED OVER AND THE OIL, CHECK ENGINE, AND ANOTHER LIGHT GAME ON AND I COULD NOT RESTART MY CAR. I HAD TO GET TOWED OFF THE VERY ...

Dec 3, 2019 Engine 64,450 mi

MY SORENTO HAS LESS THAN 65,000 MILES ON IT & IS KEPT WELL MAINTAINED. I WAS DRIVING ON THE TURNPIKE (60MPH) AND HEARD A CLICKING SOUND AND COULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. I PULLED OVER AND THE OIL, CHECK ENGINE, AND ANOTHER LIGHT GAME ON AND I COULD NOT RESTART MY CAR. I HAD TO GET TOWED OFF THE VERY ...

Nov 30, 2019 Engine 87,162 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO AWD ENGINE SEIZED. I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT AND WARNING THE CAR SHUT DOWN AND WONT START. I FOUND OUT THIS IS NOT NEW. NOW I HAVE TO FIND OUT HOW TO CONTINUE TO TAKE CARE OF MY WIFE AND KIDS WITHOUT A CAR. I'VE SEEN SO MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE ENGINE I HAVE AND THERE HAS BEEN NO ...

Nov 30, 2019 Engine 87,162 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO AWD ENGINE SEIZED. I WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT AND WARNING THE CAR SHUT DOWN AND WONT START. I FOUND OUT THIS IS NOT NEW. NOW I HAVE TO FIND OUT HOW TO CONTINUE TO TAKE CARE OF MY WIFE AND KIDS WITHOUT A CAR. I'VE SEEN SO MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE ENGINE I HAVE AND THERE HAS BEEN NO ...

Nov 22, 2019 Engine 84,940 mi

VEHICLE HAS 85,940 MILES ON IT AND HAS A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. I BOUGHT IT IN APRIL AND IT HAS RUN FINE. TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE AND THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED COOLANT LEAKING FROM THE ENGINE BLOCK BY THE CONNECTION POINT WITH THE HEAD GASKET COVER ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE ENGINE. T...

Nov 22, 2019 Engine 84,940 mi

VEHICLE HAS 85,940 MILES ON IT AND HAS A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. I BOUGHT IT IN APRIL AND IT HAS RUN FINE. TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE AND THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED COOLANT LEAKING FROM THE ENGINE BLOCK BY THE CONNECTION POINT WITH THE HEAD GASKET COVER ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE ENGINE. T...

Nov 20, 2019 Exterior Lighting 60,000 mi

THE LOW BEAMS HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT BRIGHT AT ALL YOU CAN'T SEE WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, IT'S REALLY DANGEROUS WHEN YOU YOU'RE TURNING CORNERS BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT BRIGHT SO YOU CAN'T SEE PEOPLE CROSSING THE STREET. ALSO IF YOU TURN OFF YOU HEADLIGHTS WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE DASHBOARD IS STI...

Nov 20, 2019 Exterior Lighting 60,000 mi

THE LOW BEAMS HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT BRIGHT AT ALL YOU CAN'T SEE WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, IT'S REALLY DANGEROUS WHEN YOU YOU'RE TURNING CORNERS BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT BRIGHT SO YOU CAN'T SEE PEOPLE CROSSING THE STREET. ALSO IF YOU TURN OFF YOU HEADLIGHTS WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE DASHBOARD IS STI...

Nov 17, 2019 Engine 87,780 mi

BOUGHT MY KIA SORENTO ABOUT A YEAR AND A HALF AGO. IT HAD ABOUT 64,000 MILES ON IT. IT NOW HAS 87,000. WE NOTICED HEAVY OIL CONSUMPTION WITHIN A FEW MONTHS OF OWNING IT. NO OIL LEAKS EXIST. AT FIRST IT WOULD NEED ABOUT A QUART OR SO BETWEEN OIL CHANGES, BUT CONTINUED TO GET WORSE BECAUSE NOW WE NEED...

Nov 17, 2019 Engine 87,780 mi

BOUGHT MY KIA SORENTO ABOUT A YEAR AND A HALF AGO. IT HAD ABOUT 64,000 MILES ON IT. IT NOW HAS 87,000. WE NOTICED HEAVY OIL CONSUMPTION WITHIN A FEW MONTHS OF OWNING IT. NO OIL LEAKS EXIST. AT FIRST IT WOULD NEED ABOUT A QUART OR SO BETWEEN OIL CHANGES, BUT CONTINUED TO GET WORSE BECAUSE NOW WE NEED...

Nov 14, 2019 Engine 123,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND BEGAN TO MAKE A STRANGE NOISE AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT DECELERATED AND I EXITED CLOSEST EXIT. IT THEN DIED AT STOP LIGHT. I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED AND ENGINE NEEDED REPLACED.

Nov 14, 2019 Engine 123,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND BEGAN TO MAKE A STRANGE NOISE AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT DECELERATED AND I EXITED CLOSEST EXIT. IT THEN DIED AT STOP LIGHT. I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED AND ENGINE NEEDED REPLACED.

Nov 8, 2019 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DIM AND ARE NOT REPARABLE WITH BULB REPLACEMENT. WE WERE TOLD THE HOUSING IS FLAKING.

Nov 8, 2019 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DIM AND ARE NOT REPARABLE WITH BULB REPLACEMENT. WE WERE TOLD THE HOUSING IS FLAKING.

Nov 7, 2019 Engine 86,000 mi

BLOWN HEAD GASKET AND CRACKED ENGINE BLOCK. WE NOTICED A SMELL OF BURNING ANTIFREEZE WHEN WE PARKED AND GOT OUT OF THE CAR. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE HEAD GASKET WAS BLOWN AND THE ENGINE BLOCK WAS CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

Nov 7, 2019 Engine 86,000 mi

BLOWN HEAD GASKET AND CRACKED ENGINE BLOCK. WE NOTICED A SMELL OF BURNING ANTIFREEZE WHEN WE PARKED AND GOT OUT OF THE CAR. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE HEAD GASKET WAS BLOWN AND THE ENGINE BLOCK WAS CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

Oct 29, 2019 Unknown Or Other

MY KIA SORENTO SOMETIMES WON'T START. WHILE PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY, WE'LL TRY AND TURN ON AND FOR SOME REASON, WON'T START AND COME BACK LATER IN THE DAY, IT'LL START. MY KIDS DRIVE THIS CAR AND I DON'T WANT THEM STRANDED SOMEWHERE BECAUSE IT WON'T START. IN FACT, MY 17 YEAR OLD WAS STRANDED DUE TO...

Oct 29, 2019 Unknown Or Other

MY KIA SORENTO SOMETIMES WON'T START. WHILE PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY, WE'LL TRY AND TURN ON AND FOR SOME REASON, WON'T START AND COME BACK LATER IN THE DAY, IT'LL START. MY KIDS DRIVE THIS CAR AND I DON'T WANT THEM STRANDED SOMEWHERE BECAUSE IT WON'T START. IN FACT, MY 17 YEAR OLD WAS STRANDED DUE TO...

Oct 10, 2019 Electrical System

ALTERNATOR FAILS CAR BATTERY GOES DEAD CAUSING YOU TO HAVE A HARD TIME STEERING AND UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS ROLL DOWN WINDOWS OR USE SAFETY FLASHERS BECAUSE YOU HAVE NO POWER! WE HAD BEEN ON THE EXPRESSWAY GOING 70 AND WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE JUST PULLED INTO OUR BANK WHEN FAILURE OCCURRED!! A FEW MINUT...

Oct 10, 2019 Power Train

ALTERNATOR FAILS CAR BATTERY GOES DEAD CAUSING YOU TO HAVE A HARD TIME STEERING AND UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS ROLL DOWN WINDOWS OR USE SAFETY FLASHERS BECAUSE YOU HAVE NO POWER! WE HAD BEEN ON THE EXPRESSWAY GOING 70 AND WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE JUST PULLED INTO OUR BANK WHEN FAILURE OCCURRED!! A FEW MINUT...

Oct 10, 2019 Steering

ALTERNATOR FAILS CAR BATTERY GOES DEAD CAUSING YOU TO HAVE A HARD TIME STEERING AND UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS ROLL DOWN WINDOWS OR USE SAFETY FLASHERS BECAUSE YOU HAVE NO POWER! WE HAD BEEN ON THE EXPRESSWAY GOING 70 AND WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE JUST PULLED INTO OUR BANK WHEN FAILURE OCCURRED!! A FEW MINUT...

Oct 10, 2019 Electrical System

ALTERNATOR FAILS CAR BATTERY GOES DEAD CAUSING YOU TO HAVE A HARD TIME STEERING AND UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS ROLL DOWN WINDOWS OR USE SAFETY FLASHERS BECAUSE YOU HAVE NO POWER! WE HAD BEEN ON THE EXPRESSWAY GOING 70 AND WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE JUST PULLED INTO OUR BANK WHEN FAILURE OCCURRED!! A FEW MINUT...

Oct 10, 2019 Power Train

ALTERNATOR FAILS CAR BATTERY GOES DEAD CAUSING YOU TO HAVE A HARD TIME STEERING AND UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS ROLL DOWN WINDOWS OR USE SAFETY FLASHERS BECAUSE YOU HAVE NO POWER! WE HAD BEEN ON THE EXPRESSWAY GOING 70 AND WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE JUST PULLED INTO OUR BANK WHEN FAILURE OCCURRED!! A FEW MINUT...

Oct 10, 2019 Steering

ALTERNATOR FAILS CAR BATTERY GOES DEAD CAUSING YOU TO HAVE A HARD TIME STEERING AND UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS ROLL DOWN WINDOWS OR USE SAFETY FLASHERS BECAUSE YOU HAVE NO POWER! WE HAD BEEN ON THE EXPRESSWAY GOING 70 AND WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE JUST PULLED INTO OUR BANK WHEN FAILURE OCCURRED!! A FEW MINUT...

Oct 8, 2019 Exterior Lighting 125,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND THEN IT SLOWED DOWN TO 40 MPH AND CUT OFF ON THE HIGHWAY. I CRANKED IT BACK UP AND IT MADE A WEIRD NOISE. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK. TOOK IT TO THE SHOP AND THEY SAID THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. THERE IS NO WAY THAT IT SHOULD BE HAVING MOTOR ISSUES. THE OIL HAS ALWAYS BEEN ...

Oct 8, 2019 Engine 125,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND THEN IT SLOWED DOWN TO 40 MPH AND CUT OFF ON THE HIGHWAY. I CRANKED IT BACK UP AND IT MADE A WEIRD NOISE. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK. TOOK IT TO THE SHOP AND THEY SAID THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. THERE IS NO WAY THAT IT SHOULD BE HAVING MOTOR ISSUES. THE OIL HAS ALWAYS BEEN ...

Oct 8, 2019 Exterior Lighting 125,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND THEN IT SLOWED DOWN TO 40 MPH AND CUT OFF ON THE HIGHWAY. I CRANKED IT BACK UP AND IT MADE A WEIRD NOISE. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK. TOOK IT TO THE SHOP AND THEY SAID THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. THERE IS NO WAY THAT IT SHOULD BE HAVING MOTOR ISSUES. THE OIL HAS ALWAYS BEEN ...

Oct 8, 2019 Engine 125,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND THEN IT SLOWED DOWN TO 40 MPH AND CUT OFF ON THE HIGHWAY. I CRANKED IT BACK UP AND IT MADE A WEIRD NOISE. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK. TOOK IT TO THE SHOP AND THEY SAID THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. THERE IS NO WAY THAT IT SHOULD BE HAVING MOTOR ISSUES. THE OIL HAS ALWAYS BEEN ...

Oct 7, 2019 Electrical System 57,000 mi

OCCASIONALLY THE AIR CONDITIONING BLOWS ON THE FLOOR, EVEN THOUGH THE CONTROLS ARE SET FOR UPPER VENTS. SEEMS TO HAPPEN ON TRIPS MORE THAN 2 HOURS. ONCE YOU TURN OFF VEHICLE FOR ABOUT A HALF HOUR AND THEN RESTART IT, IT SEEMS TO CORRECT ITSELF.

Oct 7, 2019 Electrical System 57,000 mi

OCCASIONALLY THE AIR CONDITIONING BLOWS ON THE FLOOR, EVEN THOUGH THE CONTROLS ARE SET FOR UPPER VENTS. SEEMS TO HAPPEN ON TRIPS MORE THAN 2 HOURS. ONCE YOU TURN OFF VEHICLE FOR ABOUT A HALF HOUR AND THEN RESTART IT, IT SEEMS TO CORRECT ITSELF.

Oct 5, 2019 Power Train 43,237 mi

WHILE DRIVING AROUND TOWN TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH I WENT TO ACCELERATE AND THE RPMS WENT UP BUT THERE WAS NO INCREASE ACCELERATION. I MOMENTARILY LIFTED MY FOOT OFF THE GAS AND THEN ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AGAIN AND THE CAR ACCELERATED. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME IT HAS HAPPEN IN THE PAST THREE ...

Oct 5, 2019 Power Train 43,237 mi

WHILE DRIVING AROUND TOWN TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH I WENT TO ACCELERATE AND THE RPMS WENT UP BUT THERE WAS NO INCREASE ACCELERATION. I MOMENTARILY LIFTED MY FOOT OFF THE GAS AND THEN ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AGAIN AND THE CAR ACCELERATED. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME IT HAS HAPPEN IN THE PAST THREE ...

Oct 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other 77,690 mi

SUNROOF EXPLODED GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY.

Oct 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other 77,690 mi

SUNROOF EXPLODED GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY.

Sep 29, 2019 Engine 105,000 mi

THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR TURNED OFF WHILE WE WERE DRIVING. WE WERE ON THE HWY. WHEN IT DID START IT WOULD ACCELERATE AND THEN DECREASE IN SPEED ON ITS OWN. WE TRIED TO FIND THE CODE BUT IT DIDN'T REGISTER ANY THING WRONG.

Sep 29, 2019 Engine 105,000 mi

THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR TURNED OFF WHILE WE WERE DRIVING. WE WERE ON THE HWY. WHEN IT DID START IT WOULD ACCELERATE AND THEN DECREASE IN SPEED ON ITS OWN. WE TRIED TO FIND THE CODE BUT IT DIDN'T REGISTER ANY THING WRONG.

Sep 26, 2019 Engine 44,000 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO WITH 44,000 MILES. ON THE FREEWAY AND THE MOTOR LOCKED UP. TOAST. KIA COVERING BUT HAS LESSER VALUE AND THEY KNEW THIS MOTOR WAS DEFECTIVE

Sep 26, 2019 Power Train 44,000 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO WITH 44,000 MILES. ON THE FREEWAY AND THE MOTOR LOCKED UP. TOAST. KIA COVERING BUT HAS LESSER VALUE AND THEY KNEW THIS MOTOR WAS DEFECTIVE

Sep 26, 2019 Engine 74,990 mi

2015 SORENTO ENGINE DIED ON ME TWICE IN ONE DAY, ONCE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AFTER APPLYING THE BRAKES AFTER THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME WAS BREAKING AND THE OTHER TIME AFTER I TURNED ONTO MY STREET. I HAD TO PULL OVER BOTH TIMES AND RESTART THE CAR. IT'S NEVER DONE THIS UNTIL TODAY 9-26-19. I...

Sep 26, 2019 Engine 44,000 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO WITH 44,000 MILES. ON THE FREEWAY AND THE MOTOR LOCKED UP. TOAST. KIA COVERING BUT HAS LESSER VALUE AND THEY KNEW THIS MOTOR WAS DEFECTIVE

Sep 26, 2019 Power Train 44,000 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO WITH 44,000 MILES. ON THE FREEWAY AND THE MOTOR LOCKED UP. TOAST. KIA COVERING BUT HAS LESSER VALUE AND THEY KNEW THIS MOTOR WAS DEFECTIVE

Sep 26, 2019 Engine 74,990 mi

2015 SORENTO ENGINE DIED ON ME TWICE IN ONE DAY, ONCE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AFTER APPLYING THE BRAKES AFTER THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME WAS BREAKING AND THE OTHER TIME AFTER I TURNED ONTO MY STREET. I HAD TO PULL OVER BOTH TIMES AND RESTART THE CAR. IT'S NEVER DONE THIS UNTIL TODAY 9-26-19. I...

Sep 24, 2019 Electrical System 102,359 mi

I HAVE A SERIOUS ELECTRICAL/WIRING PROBLEM. WHENEVER IT RAINS OR I GO TO THE CARWASH, I AM GUARANTEED TO HAVE MY HEADLIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL LIGHT TO GO OUT BECAUSE IT GETS WET. ALSO, I HAVE A BAD VIBRATION IN MY FRONT WHEELS WHILE I AM DRIVING. I HAVE HAD MY ROTORS REPLACED WITH NEW RO...

Sep 24, 2019 Unknown Or Other 102,359 mi

I HAVE A SERIOUS ELECTRICAL/WIRING PROBLEM. WHENEVER IT RAINS OR I GO TO THE CARWASH, I AM GUARANTEED TO HAVE MY HEADLIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL LIGHT TO GO OUT BECAUSE IT GETS WET. ALSO, I HAVE A BAD VIBRATION IN MY FRONT WHEELS WHILE I AM DRIVING. I HAVE HAD MY ROTORS REPLACED WITH NEW RO...

Sep 24, 2019 Electrical System 102,359 mi

I HAVE A SERIOUS ELECTRICAL/WIRING PROBLEM. WHENEVER IT RAINS OR I GO TO THE CARWASH, I AM GUARANTEED TO HAVE MY HEADLIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL LIGHT TO GO OUT BECAUSE IT GETS WET. ALSO, I HAVE A BAD VIBRATION IN MY FRONT WHEELS WHILE I AM DRIVING. I HAVE HAD MY ROTORS REPLACED WITH NEW RO...

Sep 24, 2019 Unknown Or Other 102,359 mi

I HAVE A SERIOUS ELECTRICAL/WIRING PROBLEM. WHENEVER IT RAINS OR I GO TO THE CARWASH, I AM GUARANTEED TO HAVE MY HEADLIGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL LIGHT TO GO OUT BECAUSE IT GETS WET. ALSO, I HAVE A BAD VIBRATION IN MY FRONT WHEELS WHILE I AM DRIVING. I HAVE HAD MY ROTORS REPLACED WITH NEW RO...

Sep 16, 2019 Structure 79,000 mi

CLEAR COAT COMING OFF THE FRONT BUMPER. I'M STILL PAYING FOR THIS CAR AND BOUGHT IT OFF THE LOT.

Sep 16, 2019 Structure 79,000 mi

CLEAR COAT COMING OFF THE FRONT BUMPER. I'M STILL PAYING FOR THIS CAR AND BOUGHT IT OFF THE LOT.

Sep 12, 2019 Structure 78,847 mi

'TAKATA RECALL' MY DRIVERS SIDE BACK DOOR QUIT OPENING!! THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD IF I GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT AND NEEDED TO USE THAT DOOR TO GET OUT I COULDN'T. NOT TO MENTION MY CHILDREN CANNOT USE THAT DOOR TO ENTER OR EXIT MY VEY ANYMORE. I DON'T KNOW WHY THIS HAPPENED BUT I HAVE SEEN VIDEOS OF THE ...

Sep 12, 2019 Structure 78,847 mi

'TAKATA RECALL' MY DRIVERS SIDE BACK DOOR QUIT OPENING!! THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD IF I GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT AND NEEDED TO USE THAT DOOR TO GET OUT I COULDN'T. NOT TO MENTION MY CHILDREN CANNOT USE THAT DOOR TO ENTER OR EXIT MY VEY ANYMORE. I DON'T KNOW WHY THIS HAPPENED BUT I HAVE SEEN VIDEOS OF THE ...

Sep 4, 2019 Visibility 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55-60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A STATE BARRACKS TO BE INSPECTED AND WAS INFORMED BY THE STATE TROOPER THAT THERE WERE NO SIGNS OF ROAD DEBRIS CONTACT PRIOR TO THE SUN ROOF SHATTER...

Sep 4, 2019 Visibility 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55-60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A STATE BARRACKS TO BE INSPECTED AND WAS INFORMED BY THE STATE TROOPER THAT THERE WERE NO SIGNS OF ROAD DEBRIS CONTACT PRIOR TO THE SUN ROOF SHATTER...

Aug 31, 2019 Engine 51,817 mi

I WAS ACCELERATING ON TO A ON RAMP TO INTERSTATE 405 WHEN HE ENGINE LIGHT STARTED TO BLINK AND CAR LOSING POWER AT THE SAME TIME. THE CAR ALSO PROCEEDED TO MAKE AN ENGINE KNOCKING NOISE AND I EXITED THE HIGHWAY TO GET OFF AND GOT IT TOWED . THE CAR HAS 51, 800 MILES AND I AM ORIGINAL OWE WE AND HAVE...

Aug 31, 2019 Engine 51,817 mi

I WAS ACCELERATING ON TO A ON RAMP TO INTERSTATE 405 WHEN HE ENGINE LIGHT STARTED TO BLINK AND CAR LOSING POWER AT THE SAME TIME. THE CAR ALSO PROCEEDED TO MAKE AN ENGINE KNOCKING NOISE AND I EXITED THE HIGHWAY TO GET OFF AND GOT IT TOWED . THE CAR HAS 51, 800 MILES AND I AM ORIGINAL OWE WE AND HAVE...

Aug 27, 2019 Unknown Or Other 48,032 mi

WE WERE HEADED BACK FROM VACATION , JUST GOT INTO THE LITTLE TOWN OF PROVINCE LOUISIANA, AND THE MOON ROOF JUST EXPLODED ! THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS AROUND US NO DEBRIS! WE WERE DRIVING ABOUT 50 MPH ON A 2 LANE HIGHWAY.THE NOISE WAS SO LOUD IT SOUNDED LIKE A SHOTGUN WENT OFF IN THE CAR , WE NEARLY RA...

Aug 27, 2019 Unknown Or Other 48,032 mi

WE WERE HEADED BACK FROM VACATION , JUST GOT INTO THE LITTLE TOWN OF PROVINCE LOUISIANA, AND THE MOON ROOF JUST EXPLODED ! THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS AROUND US NO DEBRIS! WE WERE DRIVING ABOUT 50 MPH ON A 2 LANE HIGHWAY.THE NOISE WAS SO LOUD IT SOUNDED LIKE A SHOTGUN WENT OFF IN THE CAR , WE NEARLY RA...

Aug 24, 2019 Engine 10 mi

CAR STARTED MAKING KNOCKING NOISES FROM ENGINE AND GOT LOUDER AS MY HUSBAND ACCELERATED. CAR THEN HESITATED TO ACCELERATED AND EVENTUALLY STALLED. THIS IS DANGEROUS!

Aug 24, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 10 mi

CAR STARTED MAKING KNOCKING NOISES FROM ENGINE AND GOT LOUDER AS MY HUSBAND ACCELERATED. CAR THEN HESITATED TO ACCELERATED AND EVENTUALLY STALLED. THIS IS DANGEROUS!

Aug 24, 2019 Unknown Or Other 10 mi

CAR STARTED MAKING KNOCKING NOISES FROM ENGINE AND GOT LOUDER AS MY HUSBAND ACCELERATED. CAR THEN HESITATED TO ACCELERATED AND EVENTUALLY STALLED. THIS IS DANGEROUS!

Aug 24, 2019 Engine 10 mi

CAR STARTED MAKING KNOCKING NOISES FROM ENGINE AND GOT LOUDER AS MY HUSBAND ACCELERATED. CAR THEN HESITATED TO ACCELERATED AND EVENTUALLY STALLED. THIS IS DANGEROUS!

Aug 24, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 10 mi

CAR STARTED MAKING KNOCKING NOISES FROM ENGINE AND GOT LOUDER AS MY HUSBAND ACCELERATED. CAR THEN HESITATED TO ACCELERATED AND EVENTUALLY STALLED. THIS IS DANGEROUS!

Aug 24, 2019 Unknown Or Other 10 mi

CAR STARTED MAKING KNOCKING NOISES FROM ENGINE AND GOT LOUDER AS MY HUSBAND ACCELERATED. CAR THEN HESITATED TO ACCELERATED AND EVENTUALLY STALLED. THIS IS DANGEROUS!

Aug 19, 2019 Engine 74,000 mi

I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, I ACCELERATED TO PASS A CAR IN FRONT OF ME AND WHEN I CAME AROUND THE CAR, ABOUT 60 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE DASH CAME ON. THE ENGINE LOST ALL POWER, EVEN THOUGH THE AIR AND ALL OTHER FUNCTIONS ON THE CAR CONTINUED TO FUNCT...

Aug 19, 2019 Engine 74,000 mi

I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, I ACCELERATED TO PASS A CAR IN FRONT OF ME AND WHEN I CAME AROUND THE CAR, ABOUT 60 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE DASH CAME ON. THE ENGINE LOST ALL POWER, EVEN THOUGH THE AIR AND ALL OTHER FUNCTIONS ON THE CAR CONTINUED TO FUNCT...

Aug 15, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 70,230 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD CAR WOULD RATTLE WHEN TURNING AND IT BECAME HARD TO TURN WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT THEN I WAS DRIVING GOING UP HILL WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR FRONT WHEEL STARTED SPINNING AND A RATTLING SOUND BECAME LOUDER FROM THE BOTTOM THE AWD COMPONENT SUDDENLY FAILED TIRES WOULD NOT E...

Aug 15, 2019 Power Train 70,230 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD CAR WOULD RATTLE WHEN TURNING AND IT BECAME HARD TO TURN WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT THEN I WAS DRIVING GOING UP HILL WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR FRONT WHEEL STARTED SPINNING AND A RATTLING SOUND BECAME LOUDER FROM THE BOTTOM THE AWD COMPONENT SUDDENLY FAILED TIRES WOULD NOT E...

Aug 15, 2019 Steering 70,230 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD CAR WOULD RATTLE WHEN TURNING AND IT BECAME HARD TO TURN WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT THEN I WAS DRIVING GOING UP HILL WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR FRONT WHEEL STARTED SPINNING AND A RATTLING SOUND BECAME LOUDER FROM THE BOTTOM THE AWD COMPONENT SUDDENLY FAILED TIRES WOULD NOT E...

Aug 15, 2019 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO JUST SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. NO WARNING NO ISSUES. SERVICED REGULAR. STILL HAS ANOTHER 2000 MILES BEFORE AN OIL CHANGE IS NEEDED. I WAS STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF A VERY BUSY MAIN ROAD. TURNED SIDEWAYS. THANK GOD I DID NOT GET ON THE TURNPIKE BEFORE THIS HAPPENE!

Aug 15, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 70,230 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD CAR WOULD RATTLE WHEN TURNING AND IT BECAME HARD TO TURN WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT THEN I WAS DRIVING GOING UP HILL WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR FRONT WHEEL STARTED SPINNING AND A RATTLING SOUND BECAME LOUDER FROM THE BOTTOM THE AWD COMPONENT SUDDENLY FAILED TIRES WOULD NOT E...

Aug 15, 2019 Power Train 70,230 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD CAR WOULD RATTLE WHEN TURNING AND IT BECAME HARD TO TURN WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT THEN I WAS DRIVING GOING UP HILL WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR FRONT WHEEL STARTED SPINNING AND A RATTLING SOUND BECAME LOUDER FROM THE BOTTOM THE AWD COMPONENT SUDDENLY FAILED TIRES WOULD NOT E...

Aug 15, 2019 Steering 70,230 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD CAR WOULD RATTLE WHEN TURNING AND IT BECAME HARD TO TURN WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT THEN I WAS DRIVING GOING UP HILL WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR FRONT WHEEL STARTED SPINNING AND A RATTLING SOUND BECAME LOUDER FROM THE BOTTOM THE AWD COMPONENT SUDDENLY FAILED TIRES WOULD NOT E...

Aug 15, 2019 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO JUST SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. NO WARNING NO ISSUES. SERVICED REGULAR. STILL HAS ANOTHER 2000 MILES BEFORE AN OIL CHANGE IS NEEDED. I WAS STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF A VERY BUSY MAIN ROAD. TURNED SIDEWAYS. THANK GOD I DID NOT GET ON THE TURNPIKE BEFORE THIS HAPPENE!

Aug 13, 2019 Engine 70,000 mi

VEHICLE CONTINUALLY FLASHES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND ONCE READ AT DEALERSHIP SHOWS ENGINE MISFIRE CODES, HOWEVER ONCE CODE IS CLEARED ISSUE DOES NOT COME BACK FOR MONTHS. MISFIRE CAUSES DECREASED ENGINE POSER AND EVENTUALLY IF CODE IS NOT CLEARED WILL RESULT IN LOUD DINGING NOISE. KIA HAS NOT BEEN ABL...

Aug 13, 2019 Engine 70,000 mi

VEHICLE CONTINUALLY FLASHES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND ONCE READ AT DEALERSHIP SHOWS ENGINE MISFIRE CODES, HOWEVER ONCE CODE IS CLEARED ISSUE DOES NOT COME BACK FOR MONTHS. MISFIRE CAUSES DECREASED ENGINE POSER AND EVENTUALLY IF CODE IS NOT CLEARED WILL RESULT IN LOUD DINGING NOISE. KIA HAS NOT BEEN ABL...

Aug 4, 2019 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

THE LOW-BEAM HEADLIGHT HAS A LOOSE CONNECTION. THE BULB IS GOOD, BUT THE CONNECTION IS NOT. YOU CAN MOVE THE CONNECTION AND THE LIGHT COMES ON, BUT THE BULB/CONNECTION MOVES AGAIN AND THE LIGHT GOES OUT. THIS CAN CREATE A DANGEROUS SITUATION. I HAVE SEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS.

Aug 4, 2019 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

THE LOW-BEAM HEADLIGHT HAS A LOOSE CONNECTION. THE BULB IS GOOD, BUT THE CONNECTION IS NOT. YOU CAN MOVE THE CONNECTION AND THE LIGHT COMES ON, BUT THE BULB/CONNECTION MOVES AGAIN AND THE LIGHT GOES OUT. THIS CAN CREATE A DANGEROUS SITUATION. I HAVE SEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS.

Jul 31, 2019 Steering 62,800 mi

BEARINGS, SUSPENSION AND STEERING ISSUE: TOOK CAR TO GET TIRE CHANGED AND EVER SINCE THE BEARINS AND STEERING IS OFF. STEERING WHEEL SHAKES ONCE I TRY TO GO FASTER THAN 55 MPH.

Jul 31, 2019 Suspension 62,800 mi

BEARINGS, SUSPENSION AND STEERING ISSUE: TOOK CAR TO GET TIRE CHANGED AND EVER SINCE THE BEARINS AND STEERING IS OFF. STEERING WHEEL SHAKES ONCE I TRY TO GO FASTER THAN 55 MPH.

Jul 31, 2019 Wheels 62,800 mi

BEARINGS, SUSPENSION AND STEERING ISSUE: TOOK CAR TO GET TIRE CHANGED AND EVER SINCE THE BEARINS AND STEERING IS OFF. STEERING WHEEL SHAKES ONCE I TRY TO GO FASTER THAN 55 MPH.

Jul 31, 2019 Steering 62,800 mi

BEARINGS, SUSPENSION AND STEERING ISSUE: TOOK CAR TO GET TIRE CHANGED AND EVER SINCE THE BEARINS AND STEERING IS OFF. STEERING WHEEL SHAKES ONCE I TRY TO GO FASTER THAN 55 MPH.

Jul 31, 2019 Suspension 62,800 mi

BEARINGS, SUSPENSION AND STEERING ISSUE: TOOK CAR TO GET TIRE CHANGED AND EVER SINCE THE BEARINS AND STEERING IS OFF. STEERING WHEEL SHAKES ONCE I TRY TO GO FASTER THAN 55 MPH.

Jul 31, 2019 Wheels 62,800 mi

BEARINGS, SUSPENSION AND STEERING ISSUE: TOOK CAR TO GET TIRE CHANGED AND EVER SINCE THE BEARINS AND STEERING IS OFF. STEERING WHEEL SHAKES ONCE I TRY TO GO FASTER THAN 55 MPH.

Jul 27, 2019 Engine 64,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO. I RECEIVED REGULAR OIL CHANGES ON THE VEHICLE, WITH THE LAST ONE BEING 3 WEEKS AGO. LAST WEEK, I HEARD A LOUD RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, UPON ACCELERATION. THE NEXT DAY, WHEN I TRIED TO START IT THE NOISE GOT LOUDER. I CONTACTED MY WARRANTY C...

Jul 27, 2019 Engine 64,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO. I RECEIVED REGULAR OIL CHANGES ON THE VEHICLE, WITH THE LAST ONE BEING 3 WEEKS AGO. LAST WEEK, I HEARD A LOUD RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, UPON ACCELERATION. THE NEXT DAY, WHEN I TRIED TO START IT THE NOISE GOT LOUDER. I CONTACTED MY WARRANTY C...

Jul 24, 2019 Electrical System 51,503 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK UP CAMERA FAILED TO FUNCTION AND THE RADIO SHORTED OUT. FUCCILLO KIA OF PORT CHARLOTTE (202 TAMIAMI TRAIL, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33953, (941) 249-6171) INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE RADIO NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, BUT HA...

Jul 24, 2019 Electrical System 51,503 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK UP CAMERA FAILED TO FUNCTION AND THE RADIO SHORTED OUT. FUCCILLO KIA OF PORT CHARLOTTE (202 TAMIAMI TRAIL, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33953, (941) 249-6171) INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE RADIO NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, BUT HA...

Jul 20, 2019 Engine 93,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA HAD ITS FAULTY ENGINE REPLACED APPROXIMATELY 6 MONTHS AGO. I DRIVE THIS CAR APPROXIMATELY 9,000 MILES OVER THESE MONTHS AND DRIVE IT ON VACATION FROM OHIO TO WILMINGTON, NC. THE CAR WAS THOROUGHLY CHECKED BY THE DEALER BEFORE WE WENT ON THE TRIP- EVERYTHING CHECKED OUT FINE. HALFWAY T...

Jul 20, 2019 Engine 93,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA HAD ITS FAULTY ENGINE REPLACED APPROXIMATELY 6 MONTHS AGO. I DRIVE THIS CAR APPROXIMATELY 9,000 MILES OVER THESE MONTHS AND DRIVE IT ON VACATION FROM OHIO TO WILMINGTON, NC. THE CAR WAS THOROUGHLY CHECKED BY THE DEALER BEFORE WE WENT ON THE TRIP- EVERYTHING CHECKED OUT FINE. HALFWAY T...

Jul 19, 2019 Engine 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE TECHNICIAN COULD NOT FIND A FAILURE CODE. THE VEHICL...

Jul 19, 2019 Engine 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE TECHNICIAN COULD NOT FIND A FAILURE CODE. THE VEHICL...

Jul 18, 2019 Electrical System 58,951 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, A RANDOM UNKNOWN WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED PERSISTENTLY. IN ADDITION, BOTH REAR DOORS FAILED TO OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DUTCH MILLER KIA OF CHARLOTTE (7725 SOUTH BLVD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28273...

Jul 18, 2019 Engine 89,000 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO -BLINKING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SPUTTERING OCCURRED WHILE OPERATING ON CONGESTED ROADWAYS IN AND OUT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER. STRONG BURNING SMELL COMING FROM ENGINE. NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THIS EVENT WITH ENGINE.

Jul 18, 2019 Electrical System 58,951 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, A RANDOM UNKNOWN WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED PERSISTENTLY. IN ADDITION, BOTH REAR DOORS FAILED TO OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DUTCH MILLER KIA OF CHARLOTTE (7725 SOUTH BLVD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28273...

Jul 18, 2019 Engine 89,000 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO -BLINKING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SPUTTERING OCCURRED WHILE OPERATING ON CONGESTED ROADWAYS IN AND OUT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER. STRONG BURNING SMELL COMING FROM ENGINE. NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THIS EVENT WITH ENGINE.

Jul 17, 2019 Engine 68,000 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO STALLED OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE NO PRIOR WARNING BEFORE STALLING OUT. ALL DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. ONLY CLICKING WHEN TURNING THE KEY. REPLACED BATTERY AND STILL ONLY CLICKS WHEN TURNING THE KEY. REPLACED STARTER NOW CRANKS BUT STILL WILL NOT TURN O...

Jul 17, 2019 Engine 68,000 mi

2015 KIA SORENTO STALLED OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE NO PRIOR WARNING BEFORE STALLING OUT. ALL DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. ONLY CLICKING WHEN TURNING THE KEY. REPLACED BATTERY AND STILL ONLY CLICKS WHEN TURNING THE KEY. REPLACED STARTER NOW CRANKS BUT STILL WILL NOT TURN O...

Jul 10, 2019 Exterior Lighting 98,000 mi

THE DIM HEADLIGHTS IN THE 2015 KIA SORENTO HAVE BURNT OUT MULTIPLE TIMES. I HAVE REPLACED THE HEADLAMPS 4 TIMES IN A 15 MONTH WINDOW. I AM UNCERTAIN WHEN THE ACTUAL LAMPS BURN OUT, BUT I DO NOTICE AS I AM DRIVING. I DO NOT HAVE AN AUTO FEATURE ON MY CAR FOR THE HEADLIGHTS SO I MANUALLY TURN THEM ON ...

Jul 10, 2019 Exterior Lighting 98,000 mi

THE DIM HEADLIGHTS IN THE 2015 KIA SORENTO HAVE BURNT OUT MULTIPLE TIMES. I HAVE REPLACED THE HEADLAMPS 4 TIMES IN A 15 MONTH WINDOW. I AM UNCERTAIN WHEN THE ACTUAL LAMPS BURN OUT, BUT I DO NOTICE AS I AM DRIVING. I DO NOT HAVE AN AUTO FEATURE ON MY CAR FOR THE HEADLIGHTS SO I MANUALLY TURN THEM ON ...

Jul 2, 2019 Service Brakes

THE ABS, ESC, AND LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. WE HAVE HAD THE CAR FIXED AND THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. CITY KIA TOLD US TO IGNORE THE LIGHTS CAUSE THE SENSOR WAS BAD. BUT THAT'S NOT A GOOD ENOUGH ANSWER. NOT ONLY THAT BUT THE HEADLIGHTS ARE DULL AND ARE HARD TO SEE AT NIGHT, WHICH I DO A...

Jul 2, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

THE ABS, ESC, AND LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. WE HAVE HAD THE CAR FIXED AND THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. CITY KIA TOLD US TO IGNORE THE LIGHTS CAUSE THE SENSOR WAS BAD. BUT THAT'S NOT A GOOD ENOUGH ANSWER. NOT ONLY THAT BUT THE HEADLIGHTS ARE DULL AND ARE HARD TO SEE AT NIGHT, WHICH I DO A...

Jul 2, 2019 Exterior Lighting

THE ABS, ESC, AND LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. WE HAVE HAD THE CAR FIXED AND THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. CITY KIA TOLD US TO IGNORE THE LIGHTS CAUSE THE SENSOR WAS BAD. BUT THAT'S NOT A GOOD ENOUGH ANSWER. NOT ONLY THAT BUT THE HEADLIGHTS ARE DULL AND ARE HARD TO SEE AT NIGHT, WHICH I DO A...

Jul 2, 2019 Service Brakes

THE ABS, ESC, AND LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. WE HAVE HAD THE CAR FIXED AND THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. CITY KIA TOLD US TO IGNORE THE LIGHTS CAUSE THE SENSOR WAS BAD. BUT THAT'S NOT A GOOD ENOUGH ANSWER. NOT ONLY THAT BUT THE HEADLIGHTS ARE DULL AND ARE HARD TO SEE AT NIGHT, WHICH I DO A...

Jul 2, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

THE ABS, ESC, AND LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. WE HAVE HAD THE CAR FIXED AND THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. CITY KIA TOLD US TO IGNORE THE LIGHTS CAUSE THE SENSOR WAS BAD. BUT THAT'S NOT A GOOD ENOUGH ANSWER. NOT ONLY THAT BUT THE HEADLIGHTS ARE DULL AND ARE HARD TO SEE AT NIGHT, WHICH I DO A...

Jul 2, 2019 Exterior Lighting

THE ABS, ESC, AND LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. WE HAVE HAD THE CAR FIXED AND THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. CITY KIA TOLD US TO IGNORE THE LIGHTS CAUSE THE SENSOR WAS BAD. BUT THAT'S NOT A GOOD ENOUGH ANSWER. NOT ONLY THAT BUT THE HEADLIGHTS ARE DULL AND ARE HARD TO SEE AT NIGHT, WHICH I DO A...

Jul 1, 2019 Engine 72,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT WAS AFTER REFUELING. I DID NOT TOP OFF. THE CAR JUST DIED WHILE IDLING, TOOK 3 TRIES TO START THEN LURCHED WHEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE AND DIED AGAIN. I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER IT WAS BECAUSE MY TANK WAS TOO FULL. I DROVE 325 MILES TO AN ALMOST COMPLETELY TANK. THE INDICATOR STATED I ST...

Jul 1, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 72,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT WAS AFTER REFUELING. I DID NOT TOP OFF. THE CAR JUST DIED WHILE IDLING, TOOK 3 TRIES TO START THEN LURCHED WHEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE AND DIED AGAIN. I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER IT WAS BECAUSE MY TANK WAS TOO FULL. I DROVE 325 MILES TO AN ALMOST COMPLETELY TANK. THE INDICATOR STATED I ST...

Jul 1, 2019 Engine 72,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT WAS AFTER REFUELING. I DID NOT TOP OFF. THE CAR JUST DIED WHILE IDLING, TOOK 3 TRIES TO START THEN LURCHED WHEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE AND DIED AGAIN. I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER IT WAS BECAUSE MY TANK WAS TOO FULL. I DROVE 325 MILES TO AN ALMOST COMPLETELY TANK. THE INDICATOR STATED I ST...

Jul 1, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 72,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT WAS AFTER REFUELING. I DID NOT TOP OFF. THE CAR JUST DIED WHILE IDLING, TOOK 3 TRIES TO START THEN LURCHED WHEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE AND DIED AGAIN. I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER IT WAS BECAUSE MY TANK WAS TOO FULL. I DROVE 325 MILES TO AN ALMOST COMPLETELY TANK. THE INDICATOR STATED I ST...

Jun 28, 2019 Engine 71,150 mi

DRIVING FROM ALAMOGORDO NM TO EL PASO TX WHICH IS ABOUT 90 MILES DISTANCE WITH MY TWO KIDS THE ENGINE MADE AN AWFUL SOUND AND STOPPED. I WAS BY A PEP BOYS SERVICE CENTER AND THEY CHECKED IT OUT. THEY FOUND THAT THE ENGINE LOCKED UP! THE SUV ONLY HAS 71150 MILES ON IT! NOW I'M ON FOOT AND DON'T KNOW ...

Jun 28, 2019 Power Train 71,150 mi

DRIVING FROM ALAMOGORDO NM TO EL PASO TX WHICH IS ABOUT 90 MILES DISTANCE WITH MY TWO KIDS THE ENGINE MADE AN AWFUL SOUND AND STOPPED. I WAS BY A PEP BOYS SERVICE CENTER AND THEY CHECKED IT OUT. THEY FOUND THAT THE ENGINE LOCKED UP! THE SUV ONLY HAS 71150 MILES ON IT! NOW I'M ON FOOT AND DON'T KNOW ...

Jun 28, 2019 Engine 71,150 mi

DRIVING FROM ALAMOGORDO NM TO EL PASO TX WHICH IS ABOUT 90 MILES DISTANCE WITH MY TWO KIDS THE ENGINE MADE AN AWFUL SOUND AND STOPPED. I WAS BY A PEP BOYS SERVICE CENTER AND THEY CHECKED IT OUT. THEY FOUND THAT THE ENGINE LOCKED UP! THE SUV ONLY HAS 71150 MILES ON IT! NOW I'M ON FOOT AND DON'T KNOW ...

Jun 28, 2019 Power Train 71,150 mi

DRIVING FROM ALAMOGORDO NM TO EL PASO TX WHICH IS ABOUT 90 MILES DISTANCE WITH MY TWO KIDS THE ENGINE MADE AN AWFUL SOUND AND STOPPED. I WAS BY A PEP BOYS SERVICE CENTER AND THEY CHECKED IT OUT. THEY FOUND THAT THE ENGINE LOCKED UP! THE SUV ONLY HAS 71150 MILES ON IT! NOW I'M ON FOOT AND DON'T KNOW ...

Jun 25, 2019 Engine 58,469 mi

CAR STALLED ON 4/28/2019 IN THE INTERSTATE IT DID NOT HAVE ANY POWER AND IT HAS HAPPENED TO SEVERAL KIA SORENTO OWNERS BUT THE RECALL FOR THE ENGINE STILL DOESN'T COME UP ON THE RECALL SYSTEM. CODE: OBDP1326

Jun 25, 2019 Engine 58,469 mi

CAR STALLED ON 4/28/2019 IN THE INTERSTATE IT DID NOT HAVE ANY POWER AND IT HAS HAPPENED TO SEVERAL KIA SORENTO OWNERS BUT THE RECALL FOR THE ENGINE STILL DOESN'T COME UP ON THE RECALL SYSTEM. CODE: OBDP1326

Jun 21, 2019 Engine 70,000 mi

AT APPROXIMATELY 70,000 MILES, PROBLEMS BEGAN. FIRST NOTED THE COOLANT CONTAINER WAS CONTAMINATED WITH OIL AND SLUDGE. ENTIRE SYSTEM WAS SLUDGED, DID NOT KNOW WHY. I HAD THE SYSTEM COMPLETELY FLUSHED AND ALL NEW FLUIDS REPLACED. 2 WEEKS LATER, AGAIN, THE SLUDGE APPEARED AND COOLANT CONTAINER FILL...

Jun 21, 2019 Power Train 70,000 mi

AT APPROXIMATELY 70,000 MILES, PROBLEMS BEGAN. FIRST NOTED THE COOLANT CONTAINER WAS CONTAMINATED WITH OIL AND SLUDGE. ENTIRE SYSTEM WAS SLUDGED, DID NOT KNOW WHY. I HAD THE SYSTEM COMPLETELY FLUSHED AND ALL NEW FLUIDS REPLACED. 2 WEEKS LATER, AGAIN, THE SLUDGE APPEARED AND COOLANT CONTAINER FILL...

Jun 21, 2019 Engine 98,000 mi

THIS IS MY 4TH TIME HAVING TO CALL A TOW TRUCK FOR MY VEHICLE. I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, AND TRIED TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE , CAR WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING. I TRIED AGAIN TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE, WOULD NOT BUDGE. COULD NOT TAKE KEY OUT OF IGNITION, COULD NOT MOVE STEERING WHEEL. LATER ON TRIED TO ...

Jun 21, 2019 Power Train 98,000 mi

THIS IS MY 4TH TIME HAVING TO CALL A TOW TRUCK FOR MY VEHICLE. I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, AND TRIED TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE , CAR WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING. I TRIED AGAIN TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE, WOULD NOT BUDGE. COULD NOT TAKE KEY OUT OF IGNITION, COULD NOT MOVE STEERING WHEEL. LATER ON TRIED TO ...

Jun 21, 2019 Steering 98,000 mi

THIS IS MY 4TH TIME HAVING TO CALL A TOW TRUCK FOR MY VEHICLE. I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, AND TRIED TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE , CAR WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING. I TRIED AGAIN TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE, WOULD NOT BUDGE. COULD NOT TAKE KEY OUT OF IGNITION, COULD NOT MOVE STEERING WHEEL. LATER ON TRIED TO ...

Jun 21, 2019 Engine 70,000 mi

AT APPROXIMATELY 70,000 MILES, PROBLEMS BEGAN. FIRST NOTED THE COOLANT CONTAINER WAS CONTAMINATED WITH OIL AND SLUDGE. ENTIRE SYSTEM WAS SLUDGED, DID NOT KNOW WHY. I HAD THE SYSTEM COMPLETELY FLUSHED AND ALL NEW FLUIDS REPLACED. 2 WEEKS LATER, AGAIN, THE SLUDGE APPEARED AND COOLANT CONTAINER FILL...

Jun 21, 2019 Power Train 70,000 mi

AT APPROXIMATELY 70,000 MILES, PROBLEMS BEGAN. FIRST NOTED THE COOLANT CONTAINER WAS CONTAMINATED WITH OIL AND SLUDGE. ENTIRE SYSTEM WAS SLUDGED, DID NOT KNOW WHY. I HAD THE SYSTEM COMPLETELY FLUSHED AND ALL NEW FLUIDS REPLACED. 2 WEEKS LATER, AGAIN, THE SLUDGE APPEARED AND COOLANT CONTAINER FILL...

Jun 21, 2019 Engine 98,000 mi

THIS IS MY 4TH TIME HAVING TO CALL A TOW TRUCK FOR MY VEHICLE. I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, AND TRIED TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE , CAR WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING. I TRIED AGAIN TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE, WOULD NOT BUDGE. COULD NOT TAKE KEY OUT OF IGNITION, COULD NOT MOVE STEERING WHEEL. LATER ON TRIED TO ...

Jun 21, 2019 Power Train 98,000 mi

THIS IS MY 4TH TIME HAVING TO CALL A TOW TRUCK FOR MY VEHICLE. I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, AND TRIED TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE , CAR WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING. I TRIED AGAIN TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE, WOULD NOT BUDGE. COULD NOT TAKE KEY OUT OF IGNITION, COULD NOT MOVE STEERING WHEEL. LATER ON TRIED TO ...

Jun 21, 2019 Steering 98,000 mi

THIS IS MY 4TH TIME HAVING TO CALL A TOW TRUCK FOR MY VEHICLE. I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, AND TRIED TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE , CAR WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING. I TRIED AGAIN TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE, WOULD NOT BUDGE. COULD NOT TAKE KEY OUT OF IGNITION, COULD NOT MOVE STEERING WHEEL. LATER ON TRIED TO ...

Jun 18, 2019 Air Bags

THE ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT WAS COMING ON AT FIRST; I PUT IT ON A TEST AND THE SERVICE TECH EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. NOW THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON.

Jun 18, 2019 Engine

THE ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT WAS COMING ON AT FIRST; I PUT IT ON A TEST AND THE SERVICE TECH EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. NOW THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON.

Jun 18, 2019 Air Bags

THE ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT WAS COMING ON AT FIRST; I PUT IT ON A TEST AND THE SERVICE TECH EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. NOW THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON.

Jun 18, 2019 Engine

THE ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT WAS COMING ON AT FIRST; I PUT IT ON A TEST AND THE SERVICE TECH EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. NOW THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON.

Jun 17, 2019 Engine 37,876 mi

THE ENGINE BURNS OIL FAST. REGULAR DRIVING AFTER WE BOUGHT IT WAS OK. WE STARTED HEARING A MYSTERY CRUNCH NOISE, BUT IT WAS A ROAD TRIP THAT MADE THE OIL PROBLEM APPARENT. WE TOOK A TRIP OF 300 MILES. AT THE BEGINNING OF THE TRIP THE OIL WAS FULL, WHEN WE GOT THERE IT WAS ALMOST DRY. THE CRUNCH NOIS...

Jun 17, 2019 Electrical System 50,800 mi

MY 2015 SORENTO (ORIGINAL OWNER) JUST FLAT OUT DIED WHILE DRIVING IN THE LEFT PASSING LANE ON INTERSTATE 85N FROM THE AIRPORT IN ATLANTA (IN THE POURING RAIN 6/8/2019) AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING. NOT ONLY DID IT JUST STOP RUNNING "EVERYTHING DIED" NO LIGHTS, NO HAZARDS; NO POWER WINDOWS ETC. IT WOUL...

Jun 17, 2019 Engine 37,876 mi

THE ENGINE BURNS OIL FAST. REGULAR DRIVING AFTER WE BOUGHT IT WAS OK. WE STARTED HEARING A MYSTERY CRUNCH NOISE, BUT IT WAS A ROAD TRIP THAT MADE THE OIL PROBLEM APPARENT. WE TOOK A TRIP OF 300 MILES. AT THE BEGINNING OF THE TRIP THE OIL WAS FULL, WHEN WE GOT THERE IT WAS ALMOST DRY. THE CRUNCH NOIS...

Jun 17, 2019 Electrical System 50,800 mi

MY 2015 SORENTO (ORIGINAL OWNER) JUST FLAT OUT DIED WHILE DRIVING IN THE LEFT PASSING LANE ON INTERSTATE 85N FROM THE AIRPORT IN ATLANTA (IN THE POURING RAIN 6/8/2019) AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING. NOT ONLY DID IT JUST STOP RUNNING "EVERYTHING DIED" NO LIGHTS, NO HAZARDS; NO POWER WINDOWS ETC. IT WOUL...

Jun 15, 2019 Power Train 85,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE AT 65 AND FELT LIKE HIT A WALL ME AND MY 2 CHILDREN'S HEAD FLEW FORWARD CAR WENT DOWN TO 15 MPH AND RPMS SKYROCKETED WOULD NOT GO OVER 15 PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD SHUT OFF CAR AND LET SIT RESTARTED CAR WOULD NOT GO OVER 15 MPH OR SHIFT NO LIGHTS EVER ILLUMINATED ON DA...

Jun 15, 2019 Power Train 85,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE AT 65 AND FELT LIKE HIT A WALL ME AND MY 2 CHILDREN'S HEAD FLEW FORWARD CAR WENT DOWN TO 15 MPH AND RPMS SKYROCKETED WOULD NOT GO OVER 15 PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD SHUT OFF CAR AND LET SIT RESTARTED CAR WOULD NOT GO OVER 15 MPH OR SHIFT NO LIGHTS EVER ILLUMINATED ON DA...

Jun 13, 2019 Service Brakes 48,000 mi

VEHICLE STOPPED ENGINE RUNNING BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOORBOARD. DEALER STATES THIS HAPPENS AND DEMONSTRATED 3 SIMILAR VEHICLES BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR. MY EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING INDICATES THIS CONDITION IS UNSAFE AND MASTER OR WHEEL CYLINDER OR DISK BRAKE PISTON MAY BE LEAKING. ANOTHER AREA CAN BE...

Jun 13, 2019 Service Brakes 48,000 mi

VEHICLE STOPPED ENGINE RUNNING BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOORBOARD. DEALER STATES THIS HAPPENS AND DEMONSTRATED 3 SIMILAR VEHICLES BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR. MY EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING INDICATES THIS CONDITION IS UNSAFE AND MASTER OR WHEEL CYLINDER OR DISK BRAKE PISTON MAY BE LEAKING. ANOTHER AREA CAN BE...

May 22, 2019 Engine 99,500 mi

DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 75 IN THE FAST LANE WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME FLASHING ON AND THE CAR SLOWED DOWN TO 60 WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AT ALL WAS ABLE TO GET IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. ON THE WAY TO THE DEALERSHIP I NOTICED SHIFTING FROM 1ST TO 2ND IT DID NOT WANT TO GO. I WAS TOLD THE CA...

May 22, 2019 Engine 99,500 mi

DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 75 IN THE FAST LANE WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME FLASHING ON AND THE CAR SLOWED DOWN TO 60 WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AT ALL WAS ABLE TO GET IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. ON THE WAY TO THE DEALERSHIP I NOTICED SHIFTING FROM 1ST TO 2ND IT DID NOT WANT TO GO. I WAS TOLD THE CA...

May 19, 2019 Engine 89,000 mi

WAS DRIVING MY KIA AND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR SHUT DOWN, NO POWER AT ALL. I DIDN'T HAVE TIME TO GET OFF OF THE ROAD. THE CAR IS BEING TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP IN THE MORNING. I'M SO DISAPPOINTED / MAD WITH KIA MANUFACTURER. I WAS DRIVING IN 6 LANES OF TRAFFIC IN DOWNTOWN ATLANTA EAR...

May 19, 2019 Engine 89,000 mi

WAS DRIVING MY KIA AND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR SHUT DOWN, NO POWER AT ALL. I DIDN'T HAVE TIME TO GET OFF OF THE ROAD. THE CAR IS BEING TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP IN THE MORNING. I'M SO DISAPPOINTED / MAD WITH KIA MANUFACTURER. I WAS DRIVING IN 6 LANES OF TRAFFIC IN DOWNTOWN ATLANTA EAR...

Apr 30, 2019 Engine 80,000 mi

APPROXIMATELY 1 MONTH AGO MY CAR SOUNDED ROUGH SO I CHECKED THE OIL AND NOTHING SHOWED ON THE DIPSTICK. I PUT OIL IN IT AND SINCE HAVE HAD TO ADD MORE, ALSO NOW MY MECHANIC HAS DIAGNOSED THE ALTERNATOR IS GOING. OIL SHOWS UP IN THE TAILPIPE WHICH MEANS THE ENGINE IS USING OIL, IT IS NOT A LEAK. I AM...

Apr 30, 2019 Engine 80,000 mi

APPROXIMATELY 1 MONTH AGO MY CAR SOUNDED ROUGH SO I CHECKED THE OIL AND NOTHING SHOWED ON THE DIPSTICK. I PUT OIL IN IT AND SINCE HAVE HAD TO ADD MORE, ALSO NOW MY MECHANIC HAS DIAGNOSED THE ALTERNATOR IS GOING. OIL SHOWS UP IN THE TAILPIPE WHICH MEANS THE ENGINE IS USING OIL, IT IS NOT A LEAK. I AM...

Apr 24, 2019 Electrical System 112,000 mi

THE VEHICLES ENGINE JUST STALLS OUT AND SHUTS COMPLETELY DOWN. KIA KEEPS SAYING CAMSHAFT SENSOR BUT YET THEY HAVE REPLACED IT THREE TIMES IN THE PAST 2 MONTHS. IT'S THE ENGINE AND IT'S NOT SAFE!! I'VE READ MANY REPORTS ON THIS HAPPENING TO OTHERS. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND IT JUST STALLED ...

Apr 24, 2019 Engine 112,000 mi

THE VEHICLES ENGINE JUST STALLS OUT AND SHUTS COMPLETELY DOWN. KIA KEEPS SAYING CAMSHAFT SENSOR BUT YET THEY HAVE REPLACED IT THREE TIMES IN THE PAST 2 MONTHS. IT'S THE ENGINE AND IT'S NOT SAFE!! I'VE READ MANY REPORTS ON THIS HAPPENING TO OTHERS. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND IT JUST STALLED ...

Apr 24, 2019 Electrical System 112,000 mi

THE VEHICLES ENGINE JUST STALLS OUT AND SHUTS COMPLETELY DOWN. KIA KEEPS SAYING CAMSHAFT SENSOR BUT YET THEY HAVE REPLACED IT THREE TIMES IN THE PAST 2 MONTHS. IT'S THE ENGINE AND IT'S NOT SAFE!! I'VE READ MANY REPORTS ON THIS HAPPENING TO OTHERS. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND IT JUST STALLED ...

Apr 24, 2019 Engine 112,000 mi

THE VEHICLES ENGINE JUST STALLS OUT AND SHUTS COMPLETELY DOWN. KIA KEEPS SAYING CAMSHAFT SENSOR BUT YET THEY HAVE REPLACED IT THREE TIMES IN THE PAST 2 MONTHS. IT'S THE ENGINE AND IT'S NOT SAFE!! I'VE READ MANY REPORTS ON THIS HAPPENING TO OTHERS. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND IT JUST STALLED ...

Apr 22, 2019 Engine 51,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED DEC 1 2018 AND THE KNOCK SENSOR FAILED ON THE TRIP BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIP. IT WAS REPLACED AND NOW APRIL 22ND 2019 LESS THAN 5 MONTHS LATER IT HAS FAILED AGAIN AND LEFT ME STRANDED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING AND THE VEHICLE IS STUCK IN LIMP MODE. THIS MODEL I...

Apr 22, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 51,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED DEC 1 2018 AND THE KNOCK SENSOR FAILED ON THE TRIP BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIP. IT WAS REPLACED AND NOW APRIL 22ND 2019 LESS THAN 5 MONTHS LATER IT HAS FAILED AGAIN AND LEFT ME STRANDED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING AND THE VEHICLE IS STUCK IN LIMP MODE. THIS MODEL I...

Apr 22, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 51,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED DEC 1 2018 AND THE KNOCK SENSOR FAILED ON THE TRIP BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIP. IT WAS REPLACED AND NOW APRIL 22ND 2019 LESS THAN 5 MONTHS LATER IT HAS FAILED AGAIN AND LEFT ME STRANDED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING AND THE VEHICLE IS STUCK IN LIMP MODE. THIS MODEL I...

Apr 22, 2019 Engine 51,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED DEC 1 2018 AND THE KNOCK SENSOR FAILED ON THE TRIP BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIP. IT WAS REPLACED AND NOW APRIL 22ND 2019 LESS THAN 5 MONTHS LATER IT HAS FAILED AGAIN AND LEFT ME STRANDED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING AND THE VEHICLE IS STUCK IN LIMP MODE. THIS MODEL I...

Apr 22, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 51,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED DEC 1 2018 AND THE KNOCK SENSOR FAILED ON THE TRIP BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIP. IT WAS REPLACED AND NOW APRIL 22ND 2019 LESS THAN 5 MONTHS LATER IT HAS FAILED AGAIN AND LEFT ME STRANDED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING AND THE VEHICLE IS STUCK IN LIMP MODE. THIS MODEL I...

Apr 22, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 51,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED DEC 1 2018 AND THE KNOCK SENSOR FAILED ON THE TRIP BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIP. IT WAS REPLACED AND NOW APRIL 22ND 2019 LESS THAN 5 MONTHS LATER IT HAS FAILED AGAIN AND LEFT ME STRANDED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING AND THE VEHICLE IS STUCK IN LIMP MODE. THIS MODEL I...

Apr 15, 2019 Exterior Lighting 50,000 mi

NIGHT TIME DRIVING IS DIFFICULT WITH THE HEAD LIGHTS. BRIGHTS ARE VERY BRIGHT AND WILL LIGHT UP 300+ FEET. NORMAL LIGHTS WILL LIGHT UP MAYBE 20FT. IT IS MAINLY CHALLENGING TO SEE WHEN THERE ARE NO STREET LIGHTS OR OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD.

Apr 15, 2019 Exterior Lighting 50,000 mi

NIGHT TIME DRIVING IS DIFFICULT WITH THE HEAD LIGHTS. BRIGHTS ARE VERY BRIGHT AND WILL LIGHT UP 300+ FEET. NORMAL LIGHTS WILL LIGHT UP MAYBE 20FT. IT IS MAINLY CHALLENGING TO SEE WHEN THERE ARE NO STREET LIGHTS OR OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD.

Apr 14, 2019 Engine 126,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY AT NIGHT, MY CAR LOST ACCELERATION. NO WARNING AT ALL !!! THE CAR COMPLETELY STOPPED BEFORE MAKING IT COMPLETELY TO THE SHOULDER. I HAD TO GET MY CAR PUSHED BY ANOTHER CAR TO AVOID A MAJOR ACCIDENT OR FATALITY. I LEARNED AFTER TOWING MY CAR TO A REPAIR SHOP THAT THE...

Apr 14, 2019 Engine 126,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY AT NIGHT, MY CAR LOST ACCELERATION. NO WARNING AT ALL !!! THE CAR COMPLETELY STOPPED BEFORE MAKING IT COMPLETELY TO THE SHOULDER. I HAD TO GET MY CAR PUSHED BY ANOTHER CAR TO AVOID A MAJOR ACCIDENT OR FATALITY. I LEARNED AFTER TOWING MY CAR TO A REPAIR SHOP THAT THE...

Apr 7, 2019 Engine 147,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, THE CAR SLOWED AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. WITHIN 400 FEET, THE ENGINE COMPLETELY STOPPED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START AGAIN. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE MECHANIC WHO SAID THE ENGINE 'SEIZED' AND WOULD NEED REPLACEMENT. THER...

Apr 7, 2019 Engine 147,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, THE CAR SLOWED AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. WITHIN 400 FEET, THE ENGINE COMPLETELY STOPPED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START AGAIN. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE MECHANIC WHO SAID THE ENGINE 'SEIZED' AND WOULD NEED REPLACEMENT. THER...

Apr 2, 2019 Power Train 73,400 mi

MY VEHICLE HAD TERMERS, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON DEALER TELLS ME IT IS THE TRANSMISSION. WE PAID NOT INCLUDING TAX 16,400,WE BOUGHT THE CAR FROM A KIA DEALER.I AM SURE THEY HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE. A TRANSMISSION COMPANY SAID THEY HAVE A PROBLEM. PLEASE HELP. THE DEALER WAS FUCCILLO KIA OF CLAY ...

Apr 2, 2019 Power Train 73,400 mi

MY VEHICLE HAD TERMERS, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON DEALER TELLS ME IT IS THE TRANSMISSION. WE PAID NOT INCLUDING TAX 16,400,WE BOUGHT THE CAR FROM A KIA DEALER.I AM SURE THEY HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE. A TRANSMISSION COMPANY SAID THEY HAVE A PROBLEM. PLEASE HELP. THE DEALER WAS FUCCILLO KIA OF CLAY ...

Mar 31, 2019 Engine 122,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, THE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF, I HAD NO SIGNS OF MY CAR NEEDING OIL WASN'T DUE FOR A OIL CHANGE FOR ANOTHER 1,000 MILES, MY ENGINE LIGHT NEVER FLASHED THE CAR NEVER JERKED OR NOTHING JUST SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT TESTART, CALLED THE TOW TRUCK HE ADVISED ME THAT MY MOT...

Mar 31, 2019 Engine 122,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, THE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF, I HAD NO SIGNS OF MY CAR NEEDING OIL WASN'T DUE FOR A OIL CHANGE FOR ANOTHER 1,000 MILES, MY ENGINE LIGHT NEVER FLASHED THE CAR NEVER JERKED OR NOTHING JUST SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT TESTART, CALLED THE TOW TRUCK HE ADVISED ME THAT MY MOT...

Mar 27, 2019 Exterior Lighting 70,000 mi

THE PASSENGER TAIL LIGHT WENT DIM (WHILE BRAKING) AND THEN STOPPED WORKING (ONLY WHEN BRAKING). REPLACING THE BULB DOES NOT FIX THE PROBLEM. KIA DEALER SAYS THEY WILL HAVE TO PUT ON A MACHINE AND THEY THINK ITS AN INTERNAL COMPUTER ISSUE. I HAVE NOTICED MANY OTHER SORENTO'S WITH THE EXACT SAME TA...

Mar 27, 2019 Steering 75,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 50-60 MPH ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE STEERING BECAME LOOSE AND THE VEHICLE DRIFTED TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO EVANS KIA (LOCATED AT 4580 WASHINGTON RD, EVANS, GA 30809, (706) 305-4000) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING ...

Mar 27, 2019 Exterior Lighting 70,000 mi

THE PASSENGER TAIL LIGHT WENT DIM (WHILE BRAKING) AND THEN STOPPED WORKING (ONLY WHEN BRAKING). REPLACING THE BULB DOES NOT FIX THE PROBLEM. KIA DEALER SAYS THEY WILL HAVE TO PUT ON A MACHINE AND THEY THINK ITS AN INTERNAL COMPUTER ISSUE. I HAVE NOTICED MANY OTHER SORENTO'S WITH THE EXACT SAME TA...

Mar 27, 2019 Steering 75,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 50-60 MPH ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE STEERING BECAME LOOSE AND THE VEHICLE DRIFTED TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO EVANS KIA (LOCATED AT 4580 WASHINGTON RD, EVANS, GA 30809, (706) 305-4000) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING ...

Mar 21, 2019 Engine

WHEN I TURN A CORNER, MY KIA SPUTTER TO GET AROUND THE CORNER. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE IN A COUPLE OF ACCIDENTS. I ADVISED THE DEALER BEFORE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD, "MY CAR IS OK". THIS IS NOT OK. ALSO, WHEN ACCELERATING, IT SOUNDS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION OR SOME OTHER COMPONE...

Mar 21, 2019 Power Train

WHEN I TURN A CORNER, MY KIA SPUTTER TO GET AROUND THE CORNER. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE IN A COUPLE OF ACCIDENTS. I ADVISED THE DEALER BEFORE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD, "MY CAR IS OK". THIS IS NOT OK. ALSO, WHEN ACCELERATING, IT SOUNDS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION OR SOME OTHER COMPONE...

Mar 21, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN I TURN A CORNER, MY KIA SPUTTER TO GET AROUND THE CORNER. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE IN A COUPLE OF ACCIDENTS. I ADVISED THE DEALER BEFORE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD, "MY CAR IS OK". THIS IS NOT OK. ALSO, WHEN ACCELERATING, IT SOUNDS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION OR SOME OTHER COMPONE...

Mar 21, 2019 Steering 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE STEERING COLUMN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PUSH DOWN ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE FUNCTIONALITY RETURNED. THE VEHICLE WAS T...

Mar 21, 2019 Engine

WHEN I TURN A CORNER, MY KIA SPUTTER TO GET AROUND THE CORNER. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE IN A COUPLE OF ACCIDENTS. I ADVISED THE DEALER BEFORE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD, "MY CAR IS OK". THIS IS NOT OK. ALSO, WHEN ACCELERATING, IT SOUNDS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION OR SOME OTHER COMPONE...

Mar 21, 2019 Power Train

WHEN I TURN A CORNER, MY KIA SPUTTER TO GET AROUND THE CORNER. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE IN A COUPLE OF ACCIDENTS. I ADVISED THE DEALER BEFORE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD, "MY CAR IS OK". THIS IS NOT OK. ALSO, WHEN ACCELERATING, IT SOUNDS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION OR SOME OTHER COMPONE...

Mar 21, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN I TURN A CORNER, MY KIA SPUTTER TO GET AROUND THE CORNER. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE IN A COUPLE OF ACCIDENTS. I ADVISED THE DEALER BEFORE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD, "MY CAR IS OK". THIS IS NOT OK. ALSO, WHEN ACCELERATING, IT SOUNDS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION OR SOME OTHER COMPONE...

Mar 21, 2019 Steering 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE STEERING COLUMN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PUSH DOWN ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE FUNCTIONALITY RETURNED. THE VEHICLE WAS T...

Mar 20, 2019 Unknown Or Other

CAR SHUT OFF REPEATEDLY IN THE MIDDLE OR DRIVING AND THE CAR SHAKES.THE CAR WILL NOT GO OVER 60 WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Mar 20, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR SHUT OFF REPEATEDLY IN THE MIDDLE OR DRIVING AND THE CAR SHAKES.THE CAR WILL NOT GO OVER 60 WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Mar 20, 2019 Electrical System

CAR SHUT OFF REPEATEDLY IN THE MIDDLE OR DRIVING AND THE CAR SHAKES.THE CAR WILL NOT GO OVER 60 WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Mar 20, 2019 Unknown Or Other

CAR SHUT OFF REPEATEDLY IN THE MIDDLE OR DRIVING AND THE CAR SHAKES.THE CAR WILL NOT GO OVER 60 WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Mar 20, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR SHUT OFF REPEATEDLY IN THE MIDDLE OR DRIVING AND THE CAR SHAKES.THE CAR WILL NOT GO OVER 60 WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Mar 20, 2019 Electrical System

CAR SHUT OFF REPEATEDLY IN THE MIDDLE OR DRIVING AND THE CAR SHAKES.THE CAR WILL NOT GO OVER 60 WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Mar 14, 2019 Engine 92,000 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO A KIA DEALERSHIP RECENTLY FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE, AND BECAUSE I NOTICED THAT IT WAS NOT DRIVING AS SMOOTHLY AS USUAL. I WAS TOLD THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE CAR, BUT, THERE WAS A PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN FOR WHICH SOFTWARE WAS UPDATED ON MY VEHICLE. APPROXIMATEL...

Mar 14, 2019 Engine 92,000 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO A KIA DEALERSHIP RECENTLY FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE, AND BECAUSE I NOTICED THAT IT WAS NOT DRIVING AS SMOOTHLY AS USUAL. I WAS TOLD THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE CAR, BUT, THERE WAS A PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN FOR WHICH SOFTWARE WAS UPDATED ON MY VEHICLE. APPROXIMATEL...

Mar 11, 2019 Engine 101,333 mi

ON 3/10/2019, I WAS OUT OF TOWN, DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN MY CAR LOST SPEED, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR SHUT DOWN AND WOULDN'T START BACK UP. HAD TO HAVE CAR TOWED TO NEAR BY SHOP AND HAD TO FIND A WAY BACK HOME, WHICH WAS 2 HOURS AWAY. ON 3/11/2019, SHOP STATED THAT MY ENGINE HAD FROZE. HE COU...

Mar 11, 2019 Engine 101,333 mi

ON 3/10/2019, I WAS OUT OF TOWN, DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN MY CAR LOST SPEED, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR SHUT DOWN AND WOULDN'T START BACK UP. HAD TO HAVE CAR TOWED TO NEAR BY SHOP AND HAD TO FIND A WAY BACK HOME, WHICH WAS 2 HOURS AWAY. ON 3/11/2019, SHOP STATED THAT MY ENGINE HAD FROZE. HE COU...

Mar 10, 2019 Engine 132,000 mi

WHILE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING 70 MPH ON INTERSTATE, ENGINE CUT OFF. SUBSEQUENT MECHANIC EVALUATION WAS ENGINE IS INTERNALLY DAMAGED AND REQUIRES REPLACEMENT

Mar 10, 2019 Engine 132,000 mi

WHILE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING 70 MPH ON INTERSTATE, ENGINE CUT OFF. SUBSEQUENT MECHANIC EVALUATION WAS ENGINE IS INTERNALLY DAMAGED AND REQUIRES REPLACEMENT

Mar 8, 2019 Engine 91,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND WAS STOPPED IN A TURNING LANE WAITING TO TURN WHEN THE CAR STOPPED WORKING AND WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING. I HAD IT TOWED TO A KIA DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE ENGINE HAD SEIZED. THERE WAS NO REASON FOR THIS TO HAVE HAPPENED ON A NEWER VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD THERE WAS SLUDGE, MUCH LIKE I AM FIND...

Mar 8, 2019 Engine 91,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND WAS STOPPED IN A TURNING LANE WAITING TO TURN WHEN THE CAR STOPPED WORKING AND WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING. I HAD IT TOWED TO A KIA DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE ENGINE HAD SEIZED. THERE WAS NO REASON FOR THIS TO HAVE HAPPENED ON A NEWER VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD THERE WAS SLUDGE, MUCH LIKE I AM FIND...

Mar 7, 2019 Engine 74,000 mi

BETWEEN OIL CHANGES, THE ENGINE ON THIS VEHICLE BURNED THROUGH / CONSUMED ALL OF THE FULL SYNTHETIC OIL CAUSING A MASSIVE FAILURE WITH THE TIMING CHAIN AND ALL THE TENSIONERS. REPAIR ESTIMATE: $2800. I'VE NEVER HAD A CAR THAT CONSUMED OIL LIKE THIS. IT WAS UNPREDICTABLE. IF I HAD CAUGHT THIS LATER, ...

Mar 7, 2019 Engine 74,000 mi

BETWEEN OIL CHANGES, THE ENGINE ON THIS VEHICLE BURNED THROUGH / CONSUMED ALL OF THE FULL SYNTHETIC OIL CAUSING A MASSIVE FAILURE WITH THE TIMING CHAIN AND ALL THE TENSIONERS. REPAIR ESTIMATE: $2800. I'VE NEVER HAD A CAR THAT CONSUMED OIL LIKE THIS. IT WAS UNPREDICTABLE. IF I HAD CAUGHT THIS LATER, ...

Mar 4, 2019 Exterior Lighting 77,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT COME ON. ONE WILL FLICKER ON EACH TIME THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IS TURNED ON BUT WILL THEN SLOWLY GO OUT. NO HEADLIGHTS IS A SAFETY ISSUE! THE KEY FOB ALSO HAS INTERMENTENT DISFUNCTION LIKE THE BATTERY IS GOING OUT BUT IT IS NEW BATTERY. I HAVE READ OTHER COMPLAINTS WITH SAME ISSUES....

Mar 4, 2019 Exterior Lighting 77,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT COME ON. ONE WILL FLICKER ON EACH TIME THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IS TURNED ON BUT WILL THEN SLOWLY GO OUT. NO HEADLIGHTS IS A SAFETY ISSUE! THE KEY FOB ALSO HAS INTERMENTENT DISFUNCTION LIKE THE BATTERY IS GOING OUT BUT IT IS NEW BATTERY. I HAVE READ OTHER COMPLAINTS WITH SAME ISSUES....

Feb 26, 2019 Engine 74,500 mi

THE ENGINE BEGAN KNOCKING WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS OCCURRED ABOUT 2000 MILES INTO THE LAST OIL CHANGE. THE DEALERSHIP IS STATING THE BEARINGS IN THE ENGINE ARE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE.

Feb 26, 2019 Engine 74,500 mi

THE ENGINE BEGAN KNOCKING WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS OCCURRED ABOUT 2000 MILES INTO THE LAST OIL CHANGE. THE DEALERSHIP IS STATING THE BEARINGS IN THE ENGINE ARE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE.

Feb 23, 2019 Exterior Lighting 62,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS THE LOW BEAM ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO HAS VERY POOR VISIBILITY AND BURNS OUT TOO FREQUENTLY. MY LOCAL KIA DEALER DOESN'T EVEN CARRY THE REPLACEMENT BULB FOR THIS VEHICLE. TOLD ME TO GO BUY IT AT WALMART, WHICH I DID. HOWEVER, ONE BURNED OUT WITHIN 4 MONTHS (I CHANGED BOTH AT THE SAME T...

Feb 23, 2019 Exterior Lighting 62,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS THE LOW BEAM ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO HAS VERY POOR VISIBILITY AND BURNS OUT TOO FREQUENTLY. MY LOCAL KIA DEALER DOESN'T EVEN CARRY THE REPLACEMENT BULB FOR THIS VEHICLE. TOLD ME TO GO BUY IT AT WALMART, WHICH I DID. HOWEVER, ONE BURNED OUT WITHIN 4 MONTHS (I CHANGED BOTH AT THE SAME T...

Feb 22, 2019 Unknown Or Other

MY KEY FOB WAS SOUNDING LIKE THE DOORS LOCKED BUT THE CAR HEADLIGHTS DID NOT FLASH OR HORN SOUND TO SIGNAL THE CAR WAS LOCKED/SECURITY FEATURE. THE DEALER SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE BATTERY IN THE FOB, AND LET IT BE AS THAT. TODAY MY CAR IS IN THE SHOP BECAUSE I WAS IN THE REAR SEATS THIS...

Feb 22, 2019 Unknown Or Other

MY KEY FOB WAS SOUNDING LIKE THE DOORS LOCKED BUT THE CAR HEADLIGHTS DID NOT FLASH OR HORN SOUND TO SIGNAL THE CAR WAS LOCKED/SECURITY FEATURE. THE DEALER SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE BATTERY IN THE FOB, AND LET IT BE AS THAT. TODAY MY CAR IS IN THE SHOP BECAUSE I WAS IN THE REAR SEATS THIS...

Feb 21, 2019 Engine 7 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY CAR LOST POWER AND CUT OFF, WAS ABLE TO START AGAIN AND GET TO DEALER MAINTAINING SPEED ROUGHLY 45 MPH

Feb 21, 2019 Engine 7 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY CAR LOST POWER AND CUT OFF, WAS ABLE TO START AGAIN AND GET TO DEALER MAINTAINING SPEED ROUGHLY 45 MPH

Feb 18, 2019 Engine 41,000 mi

SITTING AT A RED LIGHT I NOTICED MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHING. THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AND WHEN I PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR I HAD ZERO POWER. IT WAS ABLE TO GO UP TO 20MPH AND I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT UP THE HILL AND INTO MY WORK PARKING LOT. I CALLED KIA AND LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO GET TOWED TO THE DEALERSH...

Feb 18, 2019 Engine 41,000 mi

SITTING AT A RED LIGHT I NOTICED MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHING. THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AND WHEN I PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR I HAD ZERO POWER. IT WAS ABLE TO GO UP TO 20MPH AND I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT UP THE HILL AND INTO MY WORK PARKING LOT. I CALLED KIA AND LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO GET TOWED TO THE DEALERSH...

Feb 7, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

MY KIA LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON MARCH 17, 2017 ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER KIA REPLACED THE MOTOR I REALIZED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER MY CAR WON'T START AT ALL. I'VE HAD SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS DONE BUT NOTHING SHOWS UP. I'VE EVEN HAD THE MANAGER OF THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT COME TO MY LOCATION WITH T...

Feb 7, 2019 Steering 65,000 mi

MY KIA LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON MARCH 17, 2017 ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER KIA REPLACED THE MOTOR I REALIZED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER MY CAR WON'T START AT ALL. I'VE HAD SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS DONE BUT NOTHING SHOWS UP. I'VE EVEN HAD THE MANAGER OF THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT COME TO MY LOCATION WITH T...

Feb 7, 2019 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

MY KIA LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON MARCH 17, 2017 ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER KIA REPLACED THE MOTOR I REALIZED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER MY CAR WON'T START AT ALL. I'VE HAD SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS DONE BUT NOTHING SHOWS UP. I'VE EVEN HAD THE MANAGER OF THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT COME TO MY LOCATION WITH T...

Feb 7, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

MY KIA LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON MARCH 17, 2017 ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER KIA REPLACED THE MOTOR I REALIZED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER MY CAR WON'T START AT ALL. I'VE HAD SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS DONE BUT NOTHING SHOWS UP. I'VE EVEN HAD THE MANAGER OF THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT COME TO MY LOCATION WITH T...

Feb 7, 2019 Steering 65,000 mi

MY KIA LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON MARCH 17, 2017 ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER KIA REPLACED THE MOTOR I REALIZED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER MY CAR WON'T START AT ALL. I'VE HAD SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS DONE BUT NOTHING SHOWS UP. I'VE EVEN HAD THE MANAGER OF THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT COME TO MY LOCATION WITH T...

Feb 7, 2019 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

MY KIA LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON MARCH 17, 2017 ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER KIA REPLACED THE MOTOR I REALIZED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER MY CAR WON'T START AT ALL. I'VE HAD SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS DONE BUT NOTHING SHOWS UP. I'VE EVEN HAD THE MANAGER OF THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT COME TO MY LOCATION WITH T...

Feb 5, 2019 Engine 20,000 mi

WE HAD A 2015 KIA SORENTO THAT WAS BURNING THROUGH VERY HIGH AMOUNTS OF OIL WHEN DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM BUT ASKED US TO SUPPLY ALL OIL CHANGE RECORDS WHICH WE DID NOT HAVE AVAILABLE, THE CAR WAS UNDER LEASE. WHEN WE BROUGHT IT BACK TO KIA, ON LEASE, WE WERE ...

Feb 5, 2019 Engine 20,000 mi

WE HAD A 2015 KIA SORENTO THAT WAS BURNING THROUGH VERY HIGH AMOUNTS OF OIL WHEN DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM BUT ASKED US TO SUPPLY ALL OIL CHANGE RECORDS WHICH WE DID NOT HAVE AVAILABLE, THE CAR WAS UNDER LEASE. WHEN WE BROUGHT IT BACK TO KIA, ON LEASE, WE WERE ...

Jan 25, 2019 Engine 50,000 mi

WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY INTERSECTION ON 1/15/2019 AROUND 2:30 PM AND DOING AROUND 40MPH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. A SHORT WHILE AFTER THE CEL BEGAN FLASHING THE CAR RPMS SLOWED DOWN EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS IN MOTION & I WAS PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR. THE CAR BEHIND ME BEGAN HONKING T...

Jan 25, 2019 Engine 50,000 mi

WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY INTERSECTION ON 1/15/2019 AROUND 2:30 PM AND DOING AROUND 40MPH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. A SHORT WHILE AFTER THE CEL BEGAN FLASHING THE CAR RPMS SLOWED DOWN EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS IN MOTION & I WAS PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR. THE CAR BEHIND ME BEGAN HONKING T...

Jan 20, 2019 Engine 150,000 mi

WE WENT TO GET OIL CHANGED AND THEY SAID IF THEY CHANGE OIL THE ENGINE WILL EXPLOED . THEY SAID OUR VEHICLE HAD RECALL ON IT

Jan 20, 2019 Power Train 150,000 mi

WE WENT TO GET OIL CHANGED AND THEY SAID IF THEY CHANGE OIL THE ENGINE WILL EXPLOED . THEY SAID OUR VEHICLE HAD RECALL ON IT

Jan 20, 2019 Engine 150,000 mi

WE WENT TO GET OIL CHANGED AND THEY SAID IF THEY CHANGE OIL THE ENGINE WILL EXPLOED . THEY SAID OUR VEHICLE HAD RECALL ON IT

Jan 20, 2019 Power Train 150,000 mi

WE WENT TO GET OIL CHANGED AND THEY SAID IF THEY CHANGE OIL THE ENGINE WILL EXPLOED . THEY SAID OUR VEHICLE HAD RECALL ON IT

Jan 18, 2019 Engine 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON AUGUST 15, 2018. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ON THE HIGHWAY, AND THE VEHICLE SHOOK. GALEANA CHRYSLER JEEP KIA (180 GREYSTONE BLVD, COLUMBIA, SC 29210, (8...

Jan 18, 2019 Engine 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON AUGUST 15, 2018. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ON THE HIGHWAY, AND THE VEHICLE SHOOK. GALEANA CHRYSLER JEEP KIA (180 GREYSTONE BLVD, COLUMBIA, SC 29210, (8...

Jan 17, 2019 Exterior Lighting 25,000 mi

ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS HAVE BEEN REPEATEDLY DEFECTIVE. WE HAVE HAD NON-WORKING HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. WHEN REPLACING WHAT WE THOUGHT WERE FAILED, BURNED OUT LAMPS, THE LAMPS WOULD WORK AGAIN JUST BECAUSE I HAD BEGUN REMOVING THE...

Jan 17, 2019 Engine 57,000 mi

AFTER KIA DEALERSHIP INSTALLED THE KNOCK SENSOR SOFTWARE UPDATE IN OCTOBER 2018, THE ENGINE WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE WITH ENGINE LIGHT BLINKING IN THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2019. DEALERSHIP ADVISED ME ENGINE FAILED AND WOULD BE REPLACED UNDER KIA WARRANTY FOR THIS ISSUE. VEHICLE HAS 57,000 MILES ON IT...

Jan 17, 2019 Exterior Lighting 25,000 mi

ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS HAVE BEEN REPEATEDLY DEFECTIVE. WE HAVE HAD NON-WORKING HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. WHEN REPLACING WHAT WE THOUGHT WERE FAILED, BURNED OUT LAMPS, THE LAMPS WOULD WORK AGAIN JUST BECAUSE I HAD BEGUN REMOVING THE...

Jan 17, 2019 Engine 57,000 mi

AFTER KIA DEALERSHIP INSTALLED THE KNOCK SENSOR SOFTWARE UPDATE IN OCTOBER 2018, THE ENGINE WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE WITH ENGINE LIGHT BLINKING IN THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2019. DEALERSHIP ADVISED ME ENGINE FAILED AND WOULD BE REPLACED UNDER KIA WARRANTY FOR THIS ISSUE. VEHICLE HAS 57,000 MILES ON IT...

Jan 16, 2019 Structure 59,474 mi

MY CARS PAINT IS CHIPPING OFF. KIA SAID IT IS DUE TO CAR WAS CHEMICALS. HOWEVER I WAS MY CAR BY HAD OR GET IT WASHED AT KIA DEALERS. THE PAINT FLAKES OFF DURING DRIVING OR HEAVY WIND. IT IS PEELING OFF AROUND THE WINDSHIELD WHICH IF IT STARTS TO RUST THE WHOLE WINDSHIELD COULD COME UNGLUED AND FLY O...

Jan 16, 2019 Structure 59,474 mi

MY CARS PAINT IS CHIPPING OFF. KIA SAID IT IS DUE TO CAR WAS CHEMICALS. HOWEVER I WAS MY CAR BY HAD OR GET IT WASHED AT KIA DEALERS. THE PAINT FLAKES OFF DURING DRIVING OR HEAVY WIND. IT IS PEELING OFF AROUND THE WINDSHIELD WHICH IF IT STARTS TO RUST THE WHOLE WINDSHIELD COULD COME UNGLUED AND FLY O...

Jan 11, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 72,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO HAS METAL FLAKES IN THE ENGINE, BURNS 2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 2OOO MILES, IT HESITATES ON ACCELERATION, WHITE EXHAUST SMOKE, BURNS A LOT OF GAS, THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND UVO WARNINGS CONSTANTLY TURNS ON, IT CAN CATCH ON FIRE ANYTIME, THE ENGINE CAN LOCK ANYTIME. WE NEED MORE KI...

Jan 11, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 72,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO HAS METAL FLAKES IN THE ENGINE, BURNS 2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 2OOO MILES, IT HESITATES ON ACCELERATION, WHITE EXHAUST SMOKE, BURNS A LOT OF GAS, THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND UVO WARNINGS CONSTANTLY TURNS ON, IT CAN CATCH ON FIRE ANYTIME, THE ENGINE CAN LOCK ANYTIME. WE NEED MORE KI...

Jan 11, 2019 Unknown Or Other 72,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO HAS METAL FLAKES IN THE ENGINE, BURNS 2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 2OOO MILES, IT HESITATES ON ACCELERATION, WHITE EXHAUST SMOKE, BURNS A LOT OF GAS, THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND UVO WARNINGS CONSTANTLY TURNS ON, IT CAN CATCH ON FIRE ANYTIME, THE ENGINE CAN LOCK ANYTIME. WE NEED MORE KI...

Jan 11, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 72,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO HAS METAL FLAKES IN THE ENGINE, BURNS 2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 2OOO MILES, IT HESITATES ON ACCELERATION, WHITE EXHAUST SMOKE, BURNS A LOT OF GAS, THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND UVO WARNINGS CONSTANTLY TURNS ON, IT CAN CATCH ON FIRE ANYTIME, THE ENGINE CAN LOCK ANYTIME. WE NEED MORE KI...

Jan 11, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 72,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO HAS METAL FLAKES IN THE ENGINE, BURNS 2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 2OOO MILES, IT HESITATES ON ACCELERATION, WHITE EXHAUST SMOKE, BURNS A LOT OF GAS, THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND UVO WARNINGS CONSTANTLY TURNS ON, IT CAN CATCH ON FIRE ANYTIME, THE ENGINE CAN LOCK ANYTIME. WE NEED MORE KI...

Jan 11, 2019 Unknown Or Other 72,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA SORENTO HAS METAL FLAKES IN THE ENGINE, BURNS 2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 2OOO MILES, IT HESITATES ON ACCELERATION, WHITE EXHAUST SMOKE, BURNS A LOT OF GAS, THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND UVO WARNINGS CONSTANTLY TURNS ON, IT CAN CATCH ON FIRE ANYTIME, THE ENGINE CAN LOCK ANYTIME. WE NEED MORE KI...

Jan 7, 2019 Engine 100 mi

WE WERE DRIVING AND HEAR A RATTLING NOICE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN OUR VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING AND WE PULLED OVER. THIS WAS ABOUT 3 HOURS AFTER WE HAD AN OIL CHANGE AT THE DEALERSHIP. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME AFTER AN OIL CHANGE WE HAD ISSUES. WE ATTEMPTED TO TURN ON THE CAR TO GET IT TO SAFETY BUT COULD...

Jan 7, 2019 Engine 100 mi

WE WERE DRIVING AND HEAR A RATTLING NOICE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN OUR VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING AND WE PULLED OVER. THIS WAS ABOUT 3 HOURS AFTER WE HAD AN OIL CHANGE AT THE DEALERSHIP. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME AFTER AN OIL CHANGE WE HAD ISSUES. WE ATTEMPTED TO TURN ON THE CAR TO GET IT TO SAFETY BUT COULD...

Dec 18, 2018 Engine 90,600 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. EVER SINCE THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE SIX MONTHS AGO, THERE HAD BEEN AN ABNORMAL TAPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. ALSO, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A LOUD POPPING NOISE THAT CAUSED IT TO VIBRATE. THE FAILURES OCCURRED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. IN ADD...

Dec 18, 2018 Steering 90,600 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. EVER SINCE THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE SIX MONTHS AGO, THERE HAD BEEN AN ABNORMAL TAPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. ALSO, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A LOUD POPPING NOISE THAT CAUSED IT TO VIBRATE. THE FAILURES OCCURRED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. IN ADD...

Dec 18, 2018 Engine 90,600 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. EVER SINCE THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE SIX MONTHS AGO, THERE HAD BEEN AN ABNORMAL TAPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. ALSO, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A LOUD POPPING NOISE THAT CAUSED IT TO VIBRATE. THE FAILURES OCCURRED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. IN ADD...

Dec 18, 2018 Steering 90,600 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. EVER SINCE THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE SIX MONTHS AGO, THERE HAD BEEN AN ABNORMAL TAPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. ALSO, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A LOUD POPPING NOISE THAT CAUSED IT TO VIBRATE. THE FAILURES OCCURRED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. IN ADD...

Dec 17, 2018 Engine 75,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE A 2015 KIA SORENTO. AT ABOUT 76,000 MILES, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO BURN OIL. I HAD IT CHECKED FOR A LEAK, BUT THE MECHANICS COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING. WHEN I START THE ENGINE, BLUE SMOKE EMITS FROM THE TAIL PIPE. I AM LOOSING ABOUT A QUART OF OIL EVERY 200 MILES.

Dec 17, 2018 Engine 75,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE A 2015 KIA SORENTO. AT ABOUT 76,000 MILES, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO BURN OIL. I HAD IT CHECKED FOR A LEAK, BUT THE MECHANICS COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING. WHEN I START THE ENGINE, BLUE SMOKE EMITS FROM THE TAIL PIPE. I AM LOOSING ABOUT A QUART OF OIL EVERY 200 MILES.

Dec 12, 2018 Engine 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ROMEO KIA OF KINGSTON (111 SCHWENK DR, KINGSTON, NY 12401, (845) 477-5400) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONNECTING ROD FRACTURED THROUGH THE MIDDLE OF THE ENGINE ASSEMBLY...

Dec 12, 2018 Engine 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, A LOUD POPPING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM THE ENGINE AREA AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO KIA OF ORLANDO (9550 S. ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, ORLANDO, FL) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED AND NEEDE...

Dec 12, 2018 Engine 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ROMEO KIA OF KINGSTON (111 SCHWENK DR, KINGSTON, NY 12401, (845) 477-5400) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONNECTING ROD FRACTURED THROUGH THE MIDDLE OF THE ENGINE ASSEMBLY...

Dec 12, 2018 Engine 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, A LOUD POPPING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM THE ENGINE AREA AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO KIA OF ORLANDO (9550 S. ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, ORLANDO, FL) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED AND NEEDE...

Dec 10, 2018 Engine 93,000 mi

VEHICLE STALLS DURING NORMAL OPERATION BOTH WHILE MOVING AT TRAFFIC SPEEDS AND AT A STOP. INITIAL OCCURANCE WAS WHILE TURNING LEFT THRU AN INTERSECTION. ENGINE RPMS DROPPED TO ZERO AND ENGINE QUIT RUNNING. RESTARTED AFTER SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL. HAPPENED 15 ADDITIONAL TIMES DURING TWENTY MINUTE DRIVE...

Dec 10, 2018 Engine 93,000 mi

VEHICLE STALLS DURING NORMAL OPERATION BOTH WHILE MOVING AT TRAFFIC SPEEDS AND AT A STOP. INITIAL OCCURANCE WAS WHILE TURNING LEFT THRU AN INTERSECTION. ENGINE RPMS DROPPED TO ZERO AND ENGINE QUIT RUNNING. RESTARTED AFTER SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL. HAPPENED 15 ADDITIONAL TIMES DURING TWENTY MINUTE DRIVE...

Dec 7, 2018 Engine 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR SUDDENLY FLASHED ON AND OFF AND THE VEHICLE'S SPEED WOULD NOT INCREASE PAST 20 MPH. THE MESSAGE "LIMP HOME MODE" WAS ALSO DISPLAYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ANTIOCH KIA (119 IL-173, ANTIOCH, IL) WHERE I...

Dec 7, 2018 Engine 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR SUDDENLY FLASHED ON AND OFF AND THE VEHICLE'S SPEED WOULD NOT INCREASE PAST 20 MPH. THE MESSAGE "LIMP HOME MODE" WAS ALSO DISPLAYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ANTIOCH KIA (119 IL-173, ANTIOCH, IL) WHERE I...

Dec 3, 2018 Engine 80,100 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR HOME FROM WORK AND IT SHUT OFF ON ME AS I WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY CITY STREET. I TRIED TO START IT AND IT JUST KEPT SHUTTING OFF. I HAD SOMEONE HOOK UP A COMPUTER ON IT AND IT SAID SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH MY CAMSHAFT TIMING.I HAD NO WARNINGS LEADING UP TO THIS. IT JUST SHUT OFF I...

Dec 3, 2018 Engine 80,100 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR HOME FROM WORK AND IT SHUT OFF ON ME AS I WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY CITY STREET. I TRIED TO START IT AND IT JUST KEPT SHUTTING OFF. I HAD SOMEONE HOOK UP A COMPUTER ON IT AND IT SAID SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH MY CAMSHAFT TIMING.I HAD NO WARNINGS LEADING UP TO THIS. IT JUST SHUT OFF I...

Nov 4, 2018 Power Train 61,000 mi

I HAD OIL CHANGED AT THE MECHANIC SHOP. A WEEK LATER I DROVE IN THE CITY, THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON AND OFF. THEN THE CAR JUST SHUT DOWN. I HAD IT RESTARTED AND WENT HOME. I CHECKED THE OIL IT WAS ALMOST GONE. TOOK IT BACK TO THE SHOP. THEY CHECKED EVERYTHING AGAIN AND COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH...

Nov 4, 2018 Power Train 61,000 mi

I HAD OIL CHANGED AT THE MECHANIC SHOP. A WEEK LATER I DROVE IN THE CITY, THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON AND OFF. THEN THE CAR JUST SHUT DOWN. I HAD IT RESTARTED AND WENT HOME. I CHECKED THE OIL IT WAS ALMOST GONE. TOOK IT BACK TO THE SHOP. THEY CHECKED EVERYTHING AGAIN AND COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH...

Oct 31, 2018 Electrical System 38,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS (MAINLY LOW BEAMS) KEEP BURNING OUT AND NEED BE REPLACED ABOUT EVERY 6 MONTHS TO YEAR AND HALF. THIS TIME WHEN I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE LEFT LOW BEAM BULB, I NOTICED THE BULB WAS OUT WHEN I WAS JUMPING THE CAR DUE TO A DEAD BATTERY. A DAY LATER THE BATTERY WAS DEAD AGAIN SO I TOOK IT OUT A...

Oct 31, 2018 Exterior Lighting 38,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS (MAINLY LOW BEAMS) KEEP BURNING OUT AND NEED BE REPLACED ABOUT EVERY 6 MONTHS TO YEAR AND HALF. THIS TIME WHEN I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE LEFT LOW BEAM BULB, I NOTICED THE BULB WAS OUT WHEN I WAS JUMPING THE CAR DUE TO A DEAD BATTERY. A DAY LATER THE BATTERY WAS DEAD AGAIN SO I TOOK IT OUT A...

Oct 31, 2018 Electrical System 38,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS (MAINLY LOW BEAMS) KEEP BURNING OUT AND NEED BE REPLACED ABOUT EVERY 6 MONTHS TO YEAR AND HALF. THIS TIME WHEN I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE LEFT LOW BEAM BULB, I NOTICED THE BULB WAS OUT WHEN I WAS JUMPING THE CAR DUE TO A DEAD BATTERY. A DAY LATER THE BATTERY WAS DEAD AGAIN SO I TOOK IT OUT A...

Oct 31, 2018 Exterior Lighting 38,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS (MAINLY LOW BEAMS) KEEP BURNING OUT AND NEED BE REPLACED ABOUT EVERY 6 MONTHS TO YEAR AND HALF. THIS TIME WHEN I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE LEFT LOW BEAM BULB, I NOTICED THE BULB WAS OUT WHEN I WAS JUMPING THE CAR DUE TO A DEAD BATTERY. A DAY LATER THE BATTERY WAS DEAD AGAIN SO I TOOK IT OUT A...

Oct 19, 2018 Electrical System 92,000 mi

WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR, EVERYTHING FLICKERS LIKE THE BATTERY IS DYING, THEN IT WILL CRANK, BUT NOW ALL OF THE LIGHTS ARE ON AND WON'T GO OFF AND IT IS DINGING LIKE THE KEYS ARE STILL IN THE IGNITION, BUT THEY AREN'T.

Oct 19, 2018 Exterior Lighting 92,000 mi

WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR, EVERYTHING FLICKERS LIKE THE BATTERY IS DYING, THEN IT WILL CRANK, BUT NOW ALL OF THE LIGHTS ARE ON AND WON'T GO OFF AND IT IS DINGING LIKE THE KEYS ARE STILL IN THE IGNITION, BUT THEY AREN'T.

Oct 19, 2018 Electrical System 92,000 mi

WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR, EVERYTHING FLICKERS LIKE THE BATTERY IS DYING, THEN IT WILL CRANK, BUT NOW ALL OF THE LIGHTS ARE ON AND WON'T GO OFF AND IT IS DINGING LIKE THE KEYS ARE STILL IN THE IGNITION, BUT THEY AREN'T.

Oct 19, 2018 Exterior Lighting 92,000 mi

WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR, EVERYTHING FLICKERS LIKE THE BATTERY IS DYING, THEN IT WILL CRANK, BUT NOW ALL OF THE LIGHTS ARE ON AND WON'T GO OFF AND IT IS DINGING LIKE THE KEYS ARE STILL IN THE IGNITION, BUT THEY AREN'T.

Oct 12, 2018 Unknown Or Other 35,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA IN APRIL OF THIS YEAR. A FEW WEEKS AFTER THE PURCHASE I NOTICED A BURNING SMELL. I PULLED OVER TO INVESTIGATE BUT COULD NOT FIND WHERE THE SMELL WAS COMING FROM. I CONTINUED TO NOTICE THE SMELL AFTER THE FIRST INCIDENT AND THERE WAS NO PATTERN TO CAUSE THE SMELL TO HAPPEN. I BROUG...

Oct 12, 2018 Unknown Or Other 35,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA IN APRIL OF THIS YEAR. A FEW WEEKS AFTER THE PURCHASE I NOTICED A BURNING SMELL. I PULLED OVER TO INVESTIGATE BUT COULD NOT FIND WHERE THE SMELL WAS COMING FROM. I CONTINUED TO NOTICE THE SMELL AFTER THE FIRST INCIDENT AND THERE WAS NO PATTERN TO CAUSE THE SMELL TO HAPPEN. I BROUG...

Oct 7, 2018 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

THE EXTERIOR HANDLE CAP FELL OFF OF MY VEHICLE. IT KEEPS THE DOOR HANDLE IN PLACE. IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY BUT WHEN I SEARCHED, HUNDREDS OF OTHER KIA OWNERS HAD THE SAME ISSUE, SOME WERE BRAND NEW. THE PART IS $10 BUT KIA WANTED TO CHARGE 60 PLUS $100 FOR LABOR. THIS PART FELL OFF WHILE...

Oct 7, 2018 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

THE EXTERIOR HANDLE CAP FELL OFF OF MY VEHICLE. IT KEEPS THE DOOR HANDLE IN PLACE. IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY BUT WHEN I SEARCHED, HUNDREDS OF OTHER KIA OWNERS HAD THE SAME ISSUE, SOME WERE BRAND NEW. THE PART IS $10 BUT KIA WANTED TO CHARGE 60 PLUS $100 FOR LABOR. THIS PART FELL OFF WHILE...

Oct 4, 2018 Unknown Or Other 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR TO WORK AFTER A SOFTWARE UPDATE AT A LOCAL DEALERSHIP IT BECAME SLUGGISH AND DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. I WAS JUST COMING OFF A LOCAL HIGHWAY ONTO A SURFACE STREET WHEN THIS OCCURRED. I PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THE ICON ON MY DASHBOARD IN MY CAR'S MANUAL. IT TOLD ME NOT TO DRIVE IT SO I...

Oct 4, 2018 Unknown Or Other 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR TO WORK AFTER A SOFTWARE UPDATE AT A LOCAL DEALERSHIP IT BECAME SLUGGISH AND DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. I WAS JUST COMING OFF A LOCAL HIGHWAY ONTO A SURFACE STREET WHEN THIS OCCURRED. I PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THE ICON ON MY DASHBOARD IN MY CAR'S MANUAL. IT TOLD ME NOT TO DRIVE IT SO I...

Sep 27, 2018 Engine 990,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN MY ENGINE STOP RUNNING, IM TOLD BY KIA THE ENGINE SEIZE UP AND IT IS NOT COVERED

Sep 27, 2018 Engine 990,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN MY ENGINE STOP RUNNING, IM TOLD BY KIA THE ENGINE SEIZE UP AND IT IS NOT COVERED

Sep 13, 2018 Seats Crash 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP AT A RED LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND REAR ENDED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CRASH PUSHED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE INTO THE INTERSECTION. THE DRIVER'S SEAT SEPARATED FROM THE BASE AND CAUSED THE DRI...

Sep 13, 2018 Seats Crash 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP AT A RED LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND REAR ENDED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CRASH PUSHED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE INTO THE INTERSECTION. THE DRIVER'S SEAT SEPARATED FROM THE BASE AND CAUSED THE DRI...

Aug 21, 2018 Engine 88,000 mi

PURCHASED A USED 2015 KIA SORENTO FROM A USED CAR LOT ON FEBRUARY 15, 2018. I'VE EXPERIENCED NO ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE UNTIL AUGUST 19, 2018 WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, AND ACCELERATING, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY STALLED. WE PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND TRIED OUR BEST TO...

Aug 21, 2018 Engine 88,000 mi

PURCHASED A USED 2015 KIA SORENTO FROM A USED CAR LOT ON FEBRUARY 15, 2018. I'VE EXPERIENCED NO ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE UNTIL AUGUST 19, 2018 WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, AND ACCELERATING, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY STALLED. WE PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND TRIED OUR BEST TO...

Aug 13, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 71,880 mi

2015 KIA SORRENTO SXL ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND VEHICLE VERBAL WARNING THAT MY TRUCK HAS A SERIOUS ENGINE PROBLEM THAT NEEDS TO BE CHECKED. I TOOK MY TRUCK TO THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE THREE TIMES IN ONE WEEK TO RESEARCH AND REPAIR THE ENGINE ISSUE. I PAID OVER $300 FOR REPAIR. I WAS TOLD MY ENGINE HAS ME...

Aug 13, 2018 Unknown Or Other 71,880 mi

2015 KIA SORRENTO SXL ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND VEHICLE VERBAL WARNING THAT MY TRUCK HAS A SERIOUS ENGINE PROBLEM THAT NEEDS TO BE CHECKED. I TOOK MY TRUCK TO THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE THREE TIMES IN ONE WEEK TO RESEARCH AND REPAIR THE ENGINE ISSUE. I PAID OVER $300 FOR REPAIR. I WAS TOLD MY ENGINE HAS ME...

Aug 13, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 71,880 mi

2015 KIA SORRENTO SXL ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND VEHICLE VERBAL WARNING THAT MY TRUCK HAS A SERIOUS ENGINE PROBLEM THAT NEEDS TO BE CHECKED. I TOOK MY TRUCK TO THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE THREE TIMES IN ONE WEEK TO RESEARCH AND REPAIR THE ENGINE ISSUE. I PAID OVER $300 FOR REPAIR. I WAS TOLD MY ENGINE HAS ME...

Aug 13, 2018 Unknown Or Other 71,880 mi

2015 KIA SORRENTO SXL ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND VEHICLE VERBAL WARNING THAT MY TRUCK HAS A SERIOUS ENGINE PROBLEM THAT NEEDS TO BE CHECKED. I TOOK MY TRUCK TO THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE THREE TIMES IN ONE WEEK TO RESEARCH AND REPAIR THE ENGINE ISSUE. I PAID OVER $300 FOR REPAIR. I WAS TOLD MY ENGINE HAS ME...

Aug 4, 2018 Engine 60,909 mi

PURCHASED THIS 2015 VEHICLE FROM A REGIONAL PA/NJ RESELLER NAMED CARSENSE IN NOVEMBER 2015 WITH 15,000 MILES. MAINTAINED REGULAR SERVICE AND OIL CHANGES, ALTHOUGH NOT ALWAYS WITH CASTROL OIL, AS REQUIRED FOR THE CARSENSE EXTENDED WARRANTY. DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY RETURNING FROM THE BEACH WHEN THE E...

Aug 4, 2018 Engine 60,909 mi

PURCHASED THIS 2015 VEHICLE FROM A REGIONAL PA/NJ RESELLER NAMED CARSENSE IN NOVEMBER 2015 WITH 15,000 MILES. MAINTAINED REGULAR SERVICE AND OIL CHANGES, ALTHOUGH NOT ALWAYS WITH CASTROL OIL, AS REQUIRED FOR THE CARSENSE EXTENDED WARRANTY. DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY RETURNING FROM THE BEACH WHEN THE E...

Aug 3, 2018 Engine 117,000 mi

DRIVING ON A 4 LANE HIGHWAY MY 2015 KIA SORENTO DIED WITHOUT WARNING AND MADE A CLICKING NOISE WHEN I TRIED TO START IT. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A LOCAL KIA DEALERSHIP WHO ADVISED METAL SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE OIL, WHICH CLOGGED THE OIL FILTER, RESTRICTING OIL FLOW THUS CAUSING THE CONNECTING ROD...

Aug 3, 2018 Engine 117,000 mi

DRIVING ON A 4 LANE HIGHWAY MY 2015 KIA SORENTO DIED WITHOUT WARNING AND MADE A CLICKING NOISE WHEN I TRIED TO START IT. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A LOCAL KIA DEALERSHIP WHO ADVISED METAL SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE OIL, WHICH CLOGGED THE OIL FILTER, RESTRICTING OIL FLOW THUS CAUSING THE CONNECTING ROD...

Jul 27, 2018 Electrical System

MY KIA SORENTO HAVE PROBLEMS. I TOOK IT IN FOR A RECALL TWO WEEKS AGO. THEN THE NEXT DAY AFTER THAT I HAVE 2 MORE LIGHT COME ON. THE ABS LIGHT AND SOME OTHER LIGHT UNDER THAT. DON'T KNOW WHAT IS THE PROBLEM WITH THAT. THEN MY SENSOR FOR MY TIRE IS ONE . I HAVE BRAND NEW TIRE. ALSO MY HEAD LIGHTS GO ...

Jul 27, 2018 Exterior Lighting

MY KIA SORENTO HAVE PROBLEMS. I TOOK IT IN FOR A RECALL TWO WEEKS AGO. THEN THE NEXT DAY AFTER THAT I HAVE 2 MORE LIGHT COME ON. THE ABS LIGHT AND SOME OTHER LIGHT UNDER THAT. DON'T KNOW WHAT IS THE PROBLEM WITH THAT. THEN MY SENSOR FOR MY TIRE IS ONE . I HAVE BRAND NEW TIRE. ALSO MY HEAD LIGHTS GO ...

Jul 27, 2018 Electrical System

MY KIA SORENTO HAVE PROBLEMS. I TOOK IT IN FOR A RECALL TWO WEEKS AGO. THEN THE NEXT DAY AFTER THAT I HAVE 2 MORE LIGHT COME ON. THE ABS LIGHT AND SOME OTHER LIGHT UNDER THAT. DON'T KNOW WHAT IS THE PROBLEM WITH THAT. THEN MY SENSOR FOR MY TIRE IS ONE . I HAVE BRAND NEW TIRE. ALSO MY HEAD LIGHTS GO ...

Jul 27, 2018 Exterior Lighting

MY KIA SORENTO HAVE PROBLEMS. I TOOK IT IN FOR A RECALL TWO WEEKS AGO. THEN THE NEXT DAY AFTER THAT I HAVE 2 MORE LIGHT COME ON. THE ABS LIGHT AND SOME OTHER LIGHT UNDER THAT. DON'T KNOW WHAT IS THE PROBLEM WITH THAT. THEN MY SENSOR FOR MY TIRE IS ONE . I HAVE BRAND NEW TIRE. ALSO MY HEAD LIGHTS GO ...

Jul 24, 2018 Engine 92,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA, HAS ALWAYS MAKE SOME ENGINE NOISE, I DID NOT BUY IT NEW BRAND AND ALWAYS CHECKED OUT OK WHEN I HAD THE MAINTENANCE DONE ON IT. THE NOISE WAS GETTING LOUDER AND MORE NOTICEABLE. I TOOK IT INTO BE CHECKED AND THEY SAID MY ENGINE IS FAILING. KIA SAYS SINCE I WASN'T THE 1 FIRST OWNER ON THE...

Jul 24, 2018 Engine 101,146 mi

I BOUGHT A 2015 KIA SORENTO WITH 85000 MILES ON IT FOR MY STEPDAUGHTERS FIRST CAR OWNED IT FOR 6 MONTHS IT WAS GREAT THE OTHER DAY SHE WAS DRIVING 50 MPH ON COUNTRY ROAD AND THE ENGINE QUITE AND SIEZED UP NO NOISE NO WARNING NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS A NEW ENGINE CALLED KIA ABSOLUTE...

Jul 24, 2018 Engine 92,000 mi

MY 2015 KIA, HAS ALWAYS MAKE SOME ENGINE NOISE, I DID NOT BUY IT NEW BRAND AND ALWAYS CHECKED OUT OK WHEN I HAD THE MAINTENANCE DONE ON IT. THE NOISE WAS GETTING LOUDER AND MORE NOTICEABLE. I TOOK IT INTO BE CHECKED AND THEY SAID MY ENGINE IS FAILING. KIA SAYS SINCE I WASN'T THE 1 FIRST OWNER ON THE...

Jul 24, 2018 Engine 101,146 mi

I BOUGHT A 2015 KIA SORENTO WITH 85000 MILES ON IT FOR MY STEPDAUGHTERS FIRST CAR OWNED IT FOR 6 MONTHS IT WAS GREAT THE OTHER DAY SHE WAS DRIVING 50 MPH ON COUNTRY ROAD AND THE ENGINE QUITE AND SIEZED UP NO NOISE NO WARNING NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS A NEW ENGINE CALLED KIA ABSOLUTE...

Jul 19, 2018 Structure 60,000 mi

THE PAINT FROM THE ROOF OF MY 2015 WHITE KIA SORENTO IS PEELING OFF AND RUSTING IS UNDERNEATH. I STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AGO WITH A LITTLE SPOT AND NOW HAS BECOME A BIG SPOT. THERE ARE ALSO 2 OTHER SPOTS THAT HAVE STARTED.

Jul 19, 2018 Engine 5,000 mi

I HAVE 2 CONCERNS, 1 MAINLY I HAVE A NEWER 2015 KIA SORRENTO WITH UNDER 25K MILES, OWNED IT ABOUT 2 YEARS EVER SINCE I OWNED IT THERE HAS BEEN A TICKING IN THE ENGINE AND WHITE SMOKE BLOWING OUT THE EXHAUST. WHICH SHOULD NOT BE THECASE WITH A NEWER CAR, AFTER TAKING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY SAID NO...

Jul 19, 2018 Unknown Or Other 5,000 mi

I HAVE 2 CONCERNS, 1 MAINLY I HAVE A NEWER 2015 KIA SORRENTO WITH UNDER 25K MILES, OWNED IT ABOUT 2 YEARS EVER SINCE I OWNED IT THERE HAS BEEN A TICKING IN THE ENGINE AND WHITE SMOKE BLOWING OUT THE EXHAUST. WHICH SHOULD NOT BE THECASE WITH A NEWER CAR, AFTER TAKING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY SAID NO...

Jul 19, 2018 Structure 60,000 mi

THE PAINT FROM THE ROOF OF MY 2015 WHITE KIA SORENTO IS PEELING OFF AND RUSTING IS UNDERNEATH. I STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AGO WITH A LITTLE SPOT AND NOW HAS BECOME A BIG SPOT. THERE ARE ALSO 2 OTHER SPOTS THAT HAVE STARTED.

Jul 19, 2018 Engine 5,000 mi

I HAVE 2 CONCERNS, 1 MAINLY I HAVE A NEWER 2015 KIA SORRENTO WITH UNDER 25K MILES, OWNED IT ABOUT 2 YEARS EVER SINCE I OWNED IT THERE HAS BEEN A TICKING IN THE ENGINE AND WHITE SMOKE BLOWING OUT THE EXHAUST. WHICH SHOULD NOT BE THECASE WITH A NEWER CAR, AFTER TAKING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY SAID NO...

Jul 19, 2018 Unknown Or Other 5,000 mi

I HAVE 2 CONCERNS, 1 MAINLY I HAVE A NEWER 2015 KIA SORRENTO WITH UNDER 25K MILES, OWNED IT ABOUT 2 YEARS EVER SINCE I OWNED IT THERE HAS BEEN A TICKING IN THE ENGINE AND WHITE SMOKE BLOWING OUT THE EXHAUST. WHICH SHOULD NOT BE THECASE WITH A NEWER CAR, AFTER TAKING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY SAID NO...

Jul 12, 2018 Engine

MY KIA SORENTO 2015 STARTED MAKING A NOISE WHEN I WOULD TRY TO ACCELERATE IT STARTED BURNING LOOK AND I TOOK IT TO KIA WHERE THE TECHNICIAN TOLD ME THAT MY CAR WAS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM FROM ALL OF THE SORENTOS 2014 THAT HAD BEEN RECALLED, I CONTACTED KIA AND THEY DENIED MY REPAIRS NOW I'M STUCK P...

Jul 12, 2018 Engine

MY KIA SORENTO 2015 STARTED MAKING A NOISE WHEN I WOULD TRY TO ACCELERATE IT STARTED BURNING LOOK AND I TOOK IT TO KIA WHERE THE TECHNICIAN TOLD ME THAT MY CAR WAS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM FROM ALL OF THE SORENTOS 2014 THAT HAD BEEN RECALLED, I CONTACTED KIA AND THEY DENIED MY REPAIRS NOW I'M STUCK P...

Jul 11, 2018 Engine 102,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK YESTERDAY MORNING (7/10/18) ON ROUTE 15 IN SUSSEX COUNTY. MY SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 65-70 MILES PER HOUR. I HEARD A KNOCKING SOUND, WHICH ALARMED ME. IT WENT AWAY, AND CAME BACK, OFF AND ON, WHILE DRIVING, A SOUND THAT I HAVE NEVER HEARD BEFORE WITH THIS VEHICLE, EVER. NO ...

Jul 11, 2018 Engine 102,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK YESTERDAY MORNING (7/10/18) ON ROUTE 15 IN SUSSEX COUNTY. MY SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 65-70 MILES PER HOUR. I HEARD A KNOCKING SOUND, WHICH ALARMED ME. IT WENT AWAY, AND CAME BACK, OFF AND ON, WHILE DRIVING, A SOUND THAT I HAVE NEVER HEARD BEFORE WITH THIS VEHICLE, EVER. NO ...

Jul 10, 2018 Engine 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO FAMILY KIA OF ST. AUGUSTINE (2665 U.S. HIGHWAY 1 SOUTH, ST AUGUSTINE, FL 32086, (904) 808-...

Jul 10, 2018 Engine 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO FAMILY KIA OF ST. AUGUSTINE (2665 U.S. HIGHWAY 1 SOUTH, ST AUGUSTINE, FL 32086, (904) 808-...

Jul 3, 2018 Unknown Or Other 53,000 mi

ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO METAL FILINGS IN OIL SAID BY DEALER TO BE RELATED TO BEARINGS. SAME ISSUE THE 2014 KIA SORENTO WAS RECALLED FOR. MY CAR WAS MADE AT THE SAME ALABAMA PLANT IN 2014 BUT IS A 3.3L. NO ONE CAN TELL ME HOW MANY WARRANTIES HAVE BEEN REJECTED OR HONORED FOR ENGINE REPLACEMENT. THE FED...

Jul 3, 2018 Unknown Or Other 53,000 mi

ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO METAL FILINGS IN OIL SAID BY DEALER TO BE RELATED TO BEARINGS. SAME ISSUE THE 2014 KIA SORENTO WAS RECALLED FOR. MY CAR WAS MADE AT THE SAME ALABAMA PLANT IN 2014 BUT IS A 3.3L. NO ONE CAN TELL ME HOW MANY WARRANTIES HAVE BEEN REJECTED OR HONORED FOR ENGINE REPLACEMENT. THE FED...

Jun 11, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

WENT TO TURN ON THE CAR THE CAR HAD ACCELERATED WHILE IN PARK. FROM THERE THE SAME THAT THE ELECTRICAL PART IN THE CAR STOP WORKING. THE TIRE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON THE ENGINE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON MAJOR ISSUES

Jun 11, 2018 Electrical System

WENT TO TURN ON THE CAR THE CAR HAD ACCELERATED WHILE IN PARK. FROM THERE THE SAME THAT THE ELECTRICAL PART IN THE CAR STOP WORKING. THE TIRE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON THE ENGINE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON MAJOR ISSUES

Jun 11, 2018 Engine

WENT TO TURN ON THE CAR THE CAR HAD ACCELERATED WHILE IN PARK. FROM THERE THE SAME THAT THE ELECTRICAL PART IN THE CAR STOP WORKING. THE TIRE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON THE ENGINE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON MAJOR ISSUES

Jun 11, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

WENT TO TURN ON THE CAR THE CAR HAD ACCELERATED WHILE IN PARK. FROM THERE THE SAME THAT THE ELECTRICAL PART IN THE CAR STOP WORKING. THE TIRE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON THE ENGINE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON MAJOR ISSUES

Jun 11, 2018 Electrical System

WENT TO TURN ON THE CAR THE CAR HAD ACCELERATED WHILE IN PARK. FROM THERE THE SAME THAT THE ELECTRICAL PART IN THE CAR STOP WORKING. THE TIRE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON THE ENGINE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON MAJOR ISSUES

Jun 11, 2018 Engine

WENT TO TURN ON THE CAR THE CAR HAD ACCELERATED WHILE IN PARK. FROM THERE THE SAME THAT THE ELECTRICAL PART IN THE CAR STOP WORKING. THE TIRE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON THE ENGINE SENSOR WAS ALSO ON MAJOR ISSUES

Jun 7, 2018 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM BULBS CONTINUE TO BURN OUT. I HAVE REPLACED THREE BULBS IN THE LAST SIX MONTHS. OBVIOUSLY, THERE IS A SHORT SOMEWHERE. I HAVE SEARCHED THE INTERNET FOR ANSWERS AND HAVE ONLY FOUND COUNTLESS OF OTHER KIA OWNERS REPORTING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE THE HEADL...

Jun 7, 2018 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM BULBS CONTINUE TO BURN OUT. I HAVE REPLACED THREE BULBS IN THE LAST SIX MONTHS. OBVIOUSLY, THERE IS A SHORT SOMEWHERE. I HAVE SEARCHED THE INTERNET FOR ANSWERS AND HAVE ONLY FOUND COUNTLESS OF OTHER KIA OWNERS REPORTING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE THE HEADL...

May 30, 2018 Engine 465,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND WHILE IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE ENGINE JUST STOPPED. SHE DID NOT RECEIVE ANY WARNING, NO SMOKE COMING FROM THE TAILPIPE, AND NONE OF THE CHECK/OIL LIGHTS CAME ON IN THE DASH. SHE WAS FORTUNATE TO GET IT PULLED OVER...

May 30, 2018 Engine 465,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND WHILE IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE ENGINE JUST STOPPED. SHE DID NOT RECEIVE ANY WARNING, NO SMOKE COMING FROM THE TAILPIPE, AND NONE OF THE CHECK/OIL LIGHTS CAME ON IN THE DASH. SHE WAS FORTUNATE TO GET IT PULLED OVER...

May 27, 2018 Steering 25 mi

ABOUT A WEEK AFTER I PURCHASED MY SORENTO I NOTICE THAT MY VEHICLE WOULD STRAY TO THE LEFT ON THE FREEWAY. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO CORRECT THE STEERING THE VEHICLE WOULD OVER CORRECT AND ALMOST GO INTO THE RIGHT LANE. IT FELT LIKE THE CAR HAD A MIND OF ITS OWN AND WAS STEERING ON ITS OWN. I BROUGHT IT ...

May 27, 2018 Exterior Lighting

HEAD LIGHTS TOO DIMMED/I HAVE TO USE HIGH LIGHTS OFTEN DURING MY DRIVING./HAPPENS DURING THE NIGHT. IT HAS HAPPENS ANY TIME I USE THE CAR AT NIGHT. I HOPE HIS CAN CHANGE. NOT SAFE FOR DRIVING AT NIGHT.

May 27, 2018 Steering 25 mi

ABOUT A WEEK AFTER I PURCHASED MY SORENTO I NOTICE THAT MY VEHICLE WOULD STRAY TO THE LEFT ON THE FREEWAY. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO CORRECT THE STEERING THE VEHICLE WOULD OVER CORRECT AND ALMOST GO INTO THE RIGHT LANE. IT FELT LIKE THE CAR HAD A MIND OF ITS OWN AND WAS STEERING ON ITS OWN. I BROUGHT IT ...

May 27, 2018 Exterior Lighting

HEAD LIGHTS TOO DIMMED/I HAVE TO USE HIGH LIGHTS OFTEN DURING MY DRIVING./HAPPENS DURING THE NIGHT. IT HAS HAPPENS ANY TIME I USE THE CAR AT NIGHT. I HOPE HIS CAN CHANGE. NOT SAFE FOR DRIVING AT NIGHT.

May 23, 2018 Structure 40,000 mi

ROOF RAIL DETACHED ON HIGHWAY WHILE HAULING KAYAK, SPEED 30 MPH. GUST OF CROSSWIND. RAIL IS PLASTIC AND THE FLANGES ON THE END ARE HELD ON BY TWO SCREWS AT EACH END ON THE OUT SIDE EDGE ONLY.PLASTIC AT THAT POINT IS PAPER THIN. INSIDE EDGE OF FLANGE IS NOT ATTACHED AT ALL. THIS ALLOWS THE RAIL TO ...

May 23, 2018 Structure 40,000 mi

ROOF RAIL DETACHED ON HIGHWAY WHILE HAULING KAYAK, SPEED 30 MPH. GUST OF CROSSWIND. RAIL IS PLASTIC AND THE FLANGES ON THE END ARE HELD ON BY TWO SCREWS AT EACH END ON THE OUT SIDE EDGE ONLY.PLASTIC AT THAT POINT IS PAPER THIN. INSIDE EDGE OF FLANGE IS NOT ATTACHED AT ALL. THIS ALLOWS THE RAIL TO ...

May 21, 2018 Power Train 68,000 mi

WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY GOING SPEED LIMIT OF 75 THE KIA STARTED TO SLOW DOWN ON ITS OWN. IT WOULD NOT GO PAST 40MPH IN A 75. ONCE'S IN TOWN THE CAR WAS OK BECAUSE THE SPEED LIMIT WAS BELOW 40.

May 21, 2018 Power Train 68,000 mi

WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY GOING SPEED LIMIT OF 75 THE KIA STARTED TO SLOW DOWN ON ITS OWN. IT WOULD NOT GO PAST 40MPH IN A 75. ONCE'S IN TOWN THE CAR WAS OK BECAUSE THE SPEED LIMIT WAS BELOW 40.

May 16, 2018 Engine 100,700 mi

VEHICLE WAS UNDER LIGHT LOAD TRAVELLING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH ON LEVEL GROUND ON A STATE ROUTE AND SUFFERED CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. IT HAD A LOAD BANGING/CLACKING SOUND AND SCREECHING THEN SEIZED UP BRINGING VEHICLE TO A STOP BEFORE I COULD SAFELY PULL OFF THE ROADWAY. MILEAGE AT THE TIME WAS AP...

May 16, 2018 Engine 100,700 mi

VEHICLE WAS UNDER LIGHT LOAD TRAVELLING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH ON LEVEL GROUND ON A STATE ROUTE AND SUFFERED CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. IT HAD A LOAD BANGING/CLACKING SOUND AND SCREECHING THEN SEIZED UP BRINGING VEHICLE TO A STOP BEFORE I COULD SAFELY PULL OFF THE ROADWAY. MILEAGE AT THE TIME WAS AP...

May 2, 2018 Unknown Or Other

HORRID SMELL COMING FROM AC. LAST SUMMER IT SMELLED LIKE VINEGAR, THIS SPRING, CAT URINE. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE SYSTEM CLEANED/DEODORIZED FOR $65. SADLY DIDNT HELP. THEY ARE TAKING IT BACK TO DELVE INTO CLEANING THE EVAPORATOR? I HOPE IT DOESNT COST MORE, BUT THERE ARE SO MANY ACCOU...

May 2, 2018 Unknown Or Other

HORRID SMELL COMING FROM AC. LAST SUMMER IT SMELLED LIKE VINEGAR, THIS SPRING, CAT URINE. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE SYSTEM CLEANED/DEODORIZED FOR $65. SADLY DIDNT HELP. THEY ARE TAKING IT BACK TO DELVE INTO CLEANING THE EVAPORATOR? I HOPE IT DOESNT COST MORE, BUT THERE ARE SO MANY ACCOU...

Apr 20, 2018 Engine 53,500 mi

BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR FOR OVER 8 MONTHS. EATS OIL LIKE NO ONES BUSINESS. WHITE SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE EXHAUST. EVERY TIME I RUN THE ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC, IT HAS ALWAYS SAID NO PROBLEMS EXIST. TODAY, MY HUSBAND COMES HOME FROM AN APPOINTMENT, AND TELLS ME THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING REALLY R...

Apr 20, 2018 Engine 53,500 mi

BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR FOR OVER 8 MONTHS. EATS OIL LIKE NO ONES BUSINESS. WHITE SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE EXHAUST. EVERY TIME I RUN THE ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC, IT HAS ALWAYS SAID NO PROBLEMS EXIST. TODAY, MY HUSBAND COMES HOME FROM AN APPOINTMENT, AND TELLS ME THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING REALLY R...

Apr 6, 2018 Engine 69,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, CAR DECELERATED AND THE ENGINE STOPPED WORKING. ABLE TO PULL OFF TO SIDE OF ROAD. ENGINE IS BEING REPLACED UNDER 100K WARRANTY.

Apr 6, 2018 Engine 69,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, CAR DECELERATED AND THE ENGINE STOPPED WORKING. ABLE TO PULL OFF TO SIDE OF ROAD. ENGINE IS BEING REPLACED UNDER 100K WARRANTY.

Apr 3, 2018 Engine 92,000 mi

WHEN MY WIFE AND I STARTED OUR FAMILY WE WERE SO HAPPY TO PURCHASE THE 2015 SORRENTO , 92,000 MILES AND 3 YEARS LATER THE ENGINE LOCKS UP OUT OF NOWHERE. I WAS GOING ABOUT 60 ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND THE ENGINE STARTED MAKING A WEIRD RATTLING NOISE LESS THAT 10 SECONDS LATER THE CAR LOST POWER STEERING...

Apr 3, 2018 Engine 92,000 mi

WHEN MY WIFE AND I STARTED OUR FAMILY WE WERE SO HAPPY TO PURCHASE THE 2015 SORRENTO , 92,000 MILES AND 3 YEARS LATER THE ENGINE LOCKS UP OUT OF NOWHERE. I WAS GOING ABOUT 60 ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND THE ENGINE STARTED MAKING A WEIRD RATTLING NOISE LESS THAT 10 SECONDS LATER THE CAR LOST POWER STEERING...

Mar 30, 2018 Engine 59,081 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY,I STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT,MY ENGINE STALLED,I WAS UNABLE TO GET ENGINE RESTARTED. WAS TOWED TO DEALER, WAS TOLD THEY WOULD CHECK CAR ON MONDAY.ON MONDAY WAS TOLD ENGINE NEEDS REPLACEMENT.IT IS WELL KNOWN THAT KIA THETA 2 ENGINES HAVE BAD CRANK SHAFTS,CAUSING ENGINES TO FAIL. I ...

Mar 30, 2018 Engine 59,081 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY,I STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT,MY ENGINE STALLED,I WAS UNABLE TO GET ENGINE RESTARTED. WAS TOWED TO DEALER, WAS TOLD THEY WOULD CHECK CAR ON MONDAY.ON MONDAY WAS TOLD ENGINE NEEDS REPLACEMENT.IT IS WELL KNOWN THAT KIA THETA 2 ENGINES HAVE BAD CRANK SHAFTS,CAUSING ENGINES TO FAIL. I ...

Mar 27, 2018 Engine 166,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE DRIVER TURNED OFF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED TWO HOURS LATER AND WAS ABLE ...

Mar 27, 2018 Engine 166,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE DRIVER TURNED OFF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED TWO HOURS LATER AND WAS ABLE ...

Mar 8, 2018 Unknown Or Other 103,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH OUR SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK SEAT AND CAR BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN STARTED TO FLASH. WE PROCEEDED TO THE EXIT AND AS WE WERE TAKING THE EXIT ALL THE LIGHTS CAME ON IN THE CAR STALLED. WE HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED AND WE WERE AD...

Mar 8, 2018 Unknown Or Other 103,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH OUR SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK SEAT AND CAR BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN STARTED TO FLASH. WE PROCEEDED TO THE EXIT AND AS WE WERE TAKING THE EXIT ALL THE LIGHTS CAME ON IN THE CAR STALLED. WE HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED AND WE WERE AD...

Feb 19, 2018 Unknown Or Other 69,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL,BACKUP CAMERA NOT WORKING,

Feb 19, 2018 Unknown Or Other 69,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL,BACKUP CAMERA NOT WORKING,

Jan 31, 2018 Engine

2015 KIA SORENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ENGINE ISSUES. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE ENGINE SEIZED DUE TO A SLUDGE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE VALVE COVER. *JS

Jan 31, 2018 Engine

2015 KIA SORENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ENGINE ISSUES. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE ENGINE SEIZED DUE TO A SLUDGE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE VALVE COVER. *JS

Dec 21, 2017 Engine 63,000 mi

TODAYS DATE: 12/21/2017. PURCHASED VEHICLE 11/9/2017. APPROX. 61,500 MILES. I CHECK EQUIPMENT FLUIDS REGULARLY. WHILE DRIVING, THE OIL INDICATION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. I PULLED OVER, CHECKED. ALMOST BONE DRY. NO FOREWARNING OF ANY KIND. THE DEALER SERVICED IT PRIOR TO MY PURCHASE, SO, I HAVE HAD...

Dec 21, 2017 Engine 63,000 mi

TODAYS DATE: 12/21/2017. PURCHASED VEHICLE 11/9/2017. APPROX. 61,500 MILES. I CHECK EQUIPMENT FLUIDS REGULARLY. WHILE DRIVING, THE OIL INDICATION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. I PULLED OVER, CHECKED. ALMOST BONE DRY. NO FOREWARNING OF ANY KIND. THE DEALER SERVICED IT PRIOR TO MY PURCHASE, SO, I HAVE HAD...

Dec 12, 2017 Engine 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK OIL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SLOWLY DECELERATE UNTIL IT STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (PARKSIDE KIA IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THA...

Dec 12, 2017 Engine 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK OIL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SLOWLY DECELERATE UNTIL IT STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (PARKSIDE KIA IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THA...

Dec 11, 2017 Electrical System 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER AND ALL THE INDICATORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO KIA OF STAMFORD (263 SELLECK ST IN STAMFORD, CT), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE...

Dec 11, 2017 Electrical System 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER AND ALL THE INDICATORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO KIA OF STAMFORD (263 SELLECK ST IN STAMFORD, CT), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE...

Nov 9, 2017 Exterior Lighting 60,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS KEEP PREMATURELY BURNING OUT. I HAVE REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT BULBS 4 TIMES IN 2.5 YEARS. THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACED WITH BOTH KIA REPLACEMENTS, AND AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENTS. MAKES NO DIFFERENCE, THEY LAST 6-8 MONTHS. FORTUNATELY BOTH SIDES HAVEN'T BURNED OUT AT THE SAME TIME, IT'S USUALLY 1 S...

Nov 9, 2017 Exterior Lighting 60,000 mi

HEADLIGHTS KEEP PREMATURELY BURNING OUT. I HAVE REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT BULBS 4 TIMES IN 2.5 YEARS. THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACED WITH BOTH KIA REPLACEMENTS, AND AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENTS. MAKES NO DIFFERENCE, THEY LAST 6-8 MONTHS. FORTUNATELY BOTH SIDES HAVEN'T BURNED OUT AT THE SAME TIME, IT'S USUALLY 1 S...

Oct 17, 2017 Engine 42,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" WE HAVE AROUND 41000 MILES ON OUR 2015 KIA SORRENTO. MY HUSBAND TOOK A POSITION WORKING APPROXIMATELY 2.5 HOURS AWAY FROM OUR HOME AND MAKING A DAILY COMMUTE OF 5 HOURS EACH DAY TO WORK. WE HAVE NEVER HAD ANY TROUBLE OUT OF OUR SORENTO. IN SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2017 AFTER A LONG DAY...

Oct 17, 2017 Engine 42,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" WE HAVE AROUND 41000 MILES ON OUR 2015 KIA SORRENTO. MY HUSBAND TOOK A POSITION WORKING APPROXIMATELY 2.5 HOURS AWAY FROM OUR HOME AND MAKING A DAILY COMMUTE OF 5 HOURS EACH DAY TO WORK. WE HAVE NEVER HAD ANY TROUBLE OUT OF OUR SORENTO. IN SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2017 AFTER A LONG DAY...

Sep 30, 2017 Electrical System 26,000 mi

I HAVE PURCHASED MULTIPLE LIGHTS FOR MY FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS INCLUDING BLINKERS AND BRAKE LIGHTS. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A SET OF LIGHTS FOR $80, TOP TO THE LINE, AND THE FRONT RIGHT LIGHT IS OUT AGAIN. I HAVE REPLACED THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT AND IT IS OUT AGAIN. REPLACED AT THE SAME TIME AROUND JULY 4T...

Sep 30, 2017 Electrical System 26,000 mi

I HAVE PURCHASED MULTIPLE LIGHTS FOR MY FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS INCLUDING BLINKERS AND BRAKE LIGHTS. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A SET OF LIGHTS FOR $80, TOP TO THE LINE, AND THE FRONT RIGHT LIGHT IS OUT AGAIN. I HAVE REPLACED THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT AND IT IS OUT AGAIN. REPLACED AT THE SAME TIME AROUND JULY 4T...

Sep 28, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

MY FRIEND WAS ON THE HIGHWAY,TRAVELLING ALONG AND HEARD A NOISE. THEN SHE SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE CAR ALONG SIDE DRIVERS DOOR. THE CAR THEN LOST ACCELERATION AND STOPPED. WITHIN FIVE MINUTES THE CAR CAUGHT FIRE AND IS TOTALLED OUT. AN OFF DUTY LAWMAN STOPPED TO HELP HER. HE TOLD HER EITHER ...

Sep 28, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

MY FRIEND WAS ON THE HIGHWAY,TRAVELLING ALONG AND HEARD A NOISE. THEN SHE SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE CAR ALONG SIDE DRIVERS DOOR. THE CAR THEN LOST ACCELERATION AND STOPPED. WITHIN FIVE MINUTES THE CAR CAUGHT FIRE AND IS TOTALLED OUT. AN OFF DUTY LAWMAN STOPPED TO HELP HER. HE TOLD HER EITHER ...

Sep 12, 2017 Engine 28,249 mi

I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE ON AUGUST 27, 2017 ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO LX WITH 28K MILES. THE ENGINE TYPE IS A THETA II 2.4L GDI. THE COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE HAPPENED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY LOST ALL ACCELERATION CAPABILITIES. THERE WERE NO...

Sep 12, 2017 Engine 28,249 mi

I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE ON AUGUST 27, 2017 ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO LX WITH 28K MILES. THE ENGINE TYPE IS A THETA II 2.4L GDI. THE COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE HAPPENED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY LOST ALL ACCELERATION CAPABILITIES. THERE WERE NO...

Sep 2, 2017 Service Brakes

MY MOM HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUE AFTER ISSUE.. FIRST THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT AND BATTERY AFTER POWER STEERING MAKING NOICES ..BRAKES NOT RESPONDING AND NOW FUEL INJECTION PROBLEMS.

Sep 2, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

MY MOM HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUE AFTER ISSUE.. FIRST THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT AND BATTERY AFTER POWER STEERING MAKING NOICES ..BRAKES NOT RESPONDING AND NOW FUEL INJECTION PROBLEMS.

Sep 2, 2017 Service Brakes

MY MOM HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUE AFTER ISSUE.. FIRST THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT AND BATTERY AFTER POWER STEERING MAKING NOICES ..BRAKES NOT RESPONDING AND NOW FUEL INJECTION PROBLEMS.

Sep 2, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

MY MOM HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUE AFTER ISSUE.. FIRST THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT AND BATTERY AFTER POWER STEERING MAKING NOICES ..BRAKES NOT RESPONDING AND NOW FUEL INJECTION PROBLEMS.

Aug 31, 2017 Engine 104,000 mi

VEHICLE ENGINE STOPPED ON FREEWAY, CAUSING ME TO HAVE TO LOSE POWER BRAKE AND POWER STEERING ABILITY, WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET VEHICLE OFF FREEWAY AND STOP WITHOUT CAUSING MAJOR ACCIDENT TO SEVERAL OTHER VEHICLES. ENGINE EXHIBITS SAME SYMPTOMS ARE PREVIOUS MODEL YEAR RECALL FROM KIA AND HYUNDIA BUT DE...

Aug 31, 2017 Engine 104,000 mi

VEHICLE ENGINE STOPPED ON FREEWAY, CAUSING ME TO HAVE TO LOSE POWER BRAKE AND POWER STEERING ABILITY, WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET VEHICLE OFF FREEWAY AND STOP WITHOUT CAUSING MAJOR ACCIDENT TO SEVERAL OTHER VEHICLES. ENGINE EXHIBITS SAME SYMPTOMS ARE PREVIOUS MODEL YEAR RECALL FROM KIA AND HYUNDIA BUT DE...

Aug 19, 2017 Structure

THE CLIPS ON THE REAR PASSENGERS DOOR PANEL HAS BROKEN CAUSING THE PANEL TO STICK OUT. THIS IS MAKING IT SO THAT THE DOOR WON'T OPEN. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY ON A CITY STREET.

Aug 19, 2017 Structure

THE CLIPS ON THE REAR PASSENGERS DOOR PANEL HAS BROKEN CAUSING THE PANEL TO STICK OUT. THIS IS MAKING IT SO THAT THE DOOR WON'T OPEN. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY ON A CITY STREET.

Aug 10, 2017 Wheels Crash 55,000 mi

KIA DEALERSHIP ROTATED TIRES. REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE FLEW OFF VEHICLE WITHIN 2 BLOCKS OF DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT. ALL LUGS MISSING. EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO REAR END DEALERSHIP CLAIMS ALL LUG NUTS WERE PROPERLY ATTACHED AND THE ATTACHMENT WAS WITNESSED BY 2 TECHNICIANS. IF THIS IS TRUE THE WHEELS CA...

Aug 10, 2017 Wheels Crash 55,000 mi

KIA DEALERSHIP ROTATED TIRES. REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE FLEW OFF VEHICLE WITHIN 2 BLOCKS OF DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT. ALL LUGS MISSING. EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO REAR END DEALERSHIP CLAIMS ALL LUG NUTS WERE PROPERLY ATTACHED AND THE ATTACHMENT WAS WITNESSED BY 2 TECHNICIANS. IF THIS IS TRUE THE WHEELS CA...

Jul 31, 2017 Service Brakes 32,000 mi

OUR VEHICLE HAS 32K MILES ON IT AND THE ROTARS ARE ALREADY WORN DOWN. THE VEHICLE STARTS SHAKING WHEN MOVIN AND BRAKING. WE BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW FROM A DEALERSHIP. DID WE BUY A CAR WITH DEFECTIVE ROTARS. WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE MOVING ON A CITY STREET IT OFTEN MAKES A CRACKING SOUND.

Jul 31, 2017 Steering 32,000 mi

OUR VEHICLE HAS 32K MILES ON IT AND THE ROTARS ARE ALREADY WORN DOWN. THE VEHICLE STARTS SHAKING WHEN MOVIN AND BRAKING. WE BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW FROM A DEALERSHIP. DID WE BUY A CAR WITH DEFECTIVE ROTARS. WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE MOVING ON A CITY STREET IT OFTEN MAKES A CRACKING SOUND.

Jul 31, 2017 Service Brakes 32,000 mi

OUR VEHICLE HAS 32K MILES ON IT AND THE ROTARS ARE ALREADY WORN DOWN. THE VEHICLE STARTS SHAKING WHEN MOVIN AND BRAKING. WE BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW FROM A DEALERSHIP. DID WE BUY A CAR WITH DEFECTIVE ROTARS. WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE MOVING ON A CITY STREET IT OFTEN MAKES A CRACKING SOUND.

Jul 31, 2017 Steering 32,000 mi

OUR VEHICLE HAS 32K MILES ON IT AND THE ROTARS ARE ALREADY WORN DOWN. THE VEHICLE STARTS SHAKING WHEN MOVIN AND BRAKING. WE BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW FROM A DEALERSHIP. DID WE BUY A CAR WITH DEFECTIVE ROTARS. WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE MOVING ON A CITY STREET IT OFTEN MAKES A CRACKING SOUND.

Jul 18, 2017 Structure 61,000 mi

AS FOUND WITH MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS ONLINE REGARDING THE SORENTO, THE PARTS INSIDE THE DOOR HANDLE BROKE AND THE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE DOOR. ALL THE PARTS INSIDE, INCLUDING THE DOOR HANDLE ARE PLASTIC AND, APPARENTLY DEFECTIVE. YOU CANNOT GET INTO YOUR CAR. IF THE HANDL...

Jul 18, 2017 Structure 61,000 mi

AS FOUND WITH MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS ONLINE REGARDING THE SORENTO, THE PARTS INSIDE THE DOOR HANDLE BROKE AND THE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE DOOR. ALL THE PARTS INSIDE, INCLUDING THE DOOR HANDLE ARE PLASTIC AND, APPARENTLY DEFECTIVE. YOU CANNOT GET INTO YOUR CAR. IF THE HANDL...

Jul 12, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 73,000 mi

THE WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY COME IN AND OUT OF WORKING CONDITIONS. YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN WIPERS ARE WORKING UNTIL IT STARTS RAINING SO IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. WE HAD TO PULL OVER AND EITHER WAIT FOR THE RAIN TO STOP OR WAIT UNTIL THE WIPERS STARTED WORKING AGAIN. THE BACKUP CAMERA ALSO C...

Jul 12, 2017 Visibility/wiper 73,000 mi

THE WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY COME IN AND OUT OF WORKING CONDITIONS. YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN WIPERS ARE WORKING UNTIL IT STARTS RAINING SO IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. WE HAD TO PULL OVER AND EITHER WAIT FOR THE RAIN TO STOP OR WAIT UNTIL THE WIPERS STARTED WORKING AGAIN. THE BACKUP CAMERA ALSO C...

Jul 12, 2017 Exterior Lighting 73,000 mi

THE WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY COME IN AND OUT OF WORKING CONDITIONS. YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN WIPERS ARE WORKING UNTIL IT STARTS RAINING SO IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. WE HAD TO PULL OVER AND EITHER WAIT FOR THE RAIN TO STOP OR WAIT UNTIL THE WIPERS STARTED WORKING AGAIN. THE BACKUP CAMERA ALSO C...

Jul 12, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 73,000 mi

THE WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY COME IN AND OUT OF WORKING CONDITIONS. YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN WIPERS ARE WORKING UNTIL IT STARTS RAINING SO IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. WE HAD TO PULL OVER AND EITHER WAIT FOR THE RAIN TO STOP OR WAIT UNTIL THE WIPERS STARTED WORKING AGAIN. THE BACKUP CAMERA ALSO C...

Jul 12, 2017 Visibility/wiper 73,000 mi

THE WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY COME IN AND OUT OF WORKING CONDITIONS. YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN WIPERS ARE WORKING UNTIL IT STARTS RAINING SO IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. WE HAD TO PULL OVER AND EITHER WAIT FOR THE RAIN TO STOP OR WAIT UNTIL THE WIPERS STARTED WORKING AGAIN. THE BACKUP CAMERA ALSO C...

Jul 12, 2017 Exterior Lighting 73,000 mi

THE WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY COME IN AND OUT OF WORKING CONDITIONS. YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN WIPERS ARE WORKING UNTIL IT STARTS RAINING SO IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. WE HAD TO PULL OVER AND EITHER WAIT FOR THE RAIN TO STOP OR WAIT UNTIL THE WIPERS STARTED WORKING AGAIN. THE BACKUP CAMERA ALSO C...

Jul 9, 2017 Unknown Or Other

CAR WAS PARKED,I LOCKED THE CHILD SAFETY LOCK,ON BACK DOOR NOW IT WILL NOT OPEN,THIS SHOULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE

Jul 9, 2017 Unknown Or Other

CAR WAS PARKED,I LOCKED THE CHILD SAFETY LOCK,ON BACK DOOR NOW IT WILL NOT OPEN,THIS SHOULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE

Jul 7, 2017 Engine 73,864 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND THE OIL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (MYRTLE BEACH KIA IN MYRTLE BEACH, SC) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO AN INTERNAL ENGINE FAILURE. THE D...

Jul 7, 2017 Engine 73,864 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND THE OIL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (MYRTLE BEACH KIA IN MYRTLE BEACH, SC) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO AN INTERNAL ENGINE FAILURE. THE D...

Jun 23, 2017 Air Bags Crash 19,000 mi

(AMENDMENTS TO ODI#S: 10668775 & 10663356 - UPDATE) ON 12/01/2014, I WAS IN A 2015 KIA SORENTO LX (ENTERPRISE INSURANCE RENTAL) TRAVELING ON CRABB RIVER ROAD, (A CITY STREET) SUGARLAND, TEXAS. I FULLY STOPPED AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS BECAUSE IT WAS RED. ONCE LIGHTS TURNED GREEN, I PUT THE VEHICLE IN...

Jun 23, 2017 Engine Crash 19,000 mi

(AMENDMENTS TO ODI#S: 10668775 & 10663356 - UPDATE) ON 12/01/2014, I WAS IN A 2015 KIA SORENTO LX (ENTERPRISE INSURANCE RENTAL) TRAVELING ON CRABB RIVER ROAD, (A CITY STREET) SUGARLAND, TEXAS. I FULLY STOPPED AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS BECAUSE IT WAS RED. ONCE LIGHTS TURNED GREEN, I PUT THE VEHICLE IN...

Jun 23, 2017 Seat Belts Crash 19,000 mi

(AMENDMENTS TO ODI#S: 10668775 & 10663356 - UPDATE) ON 12/01/2014, I WAS IN A 2015 KIA SORENTO LX (ENTERPRISE INSURANCE RENTAL) TRAVELING ON CRABB RIVER ROAD, (A CITY STREET) SUGARLAND, TEXAS. I FULLY STOPPED AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS BECAUSE IT WAS RED. ONCE LIGHTS TURNED GREEN, I PUT THE VEHICLE IN...

Jun 23, 2017 Air Bags Crash 19,000 mi

(AMENDMENTS TO ODI#S: 10668775 & 10663356 - UPDATE) ON 12/01/2014, I WAS IN A 2015 KIA SORENTO LX (ENTERPRISE INSURANCE RENTAL) TRAVELING ON CRABB RIVER ROAD, (A CITY STREET) SUGARLAND, TEXAS. I FULLY STOPPED AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS BECAUSE IT WAS RED. ONCE LIGHTS TURNED GREEN, I PUT THE VEHICLE IN...

Jun 23, 2017 Engine Crash 19,000 mi

(AMENDMENTS TO ODI#S: 10668775 & 10663356 - UPDATE) ON 12/01/2014, I WAS IN A 2015 KIA SORENTO LX (ENTERPRISE INSURANCE RENTAL) TRAVELING ON CRABB RIVER ROAD, (A CITY STREET) SUGARLAND, TEXAS. I FULLY STOPPED AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS BECAUSE IT WAS RED. ONCE LIGHTS TURNED GREEN, I PUT THE VEHICLE IN...

Jun 23, 2017 Seat Belts Crash 19,000 mi

(AMENDMENTS TO ODI#S: 10668775 & 10663356 - UPDATE) ON 12/01/2014, I WAS IN A 2015 KIA SORENTO LX (ENTERPRISE INSURANCE RENTAL) TRAVELING ON CRABB RIVER ROAD, (A CITY STREET) SUGARLAND, TEXAS. I FULLY STOPPED AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS BECAUSE IT WAS RED. ONCE LIGHTS TURNED GREEN, I PUT THE VEHICLE IN...

Jun 20, 2017 Engine 37,000 mi

37000 MILES , SHORT 120 TRIP, OIL CHECKED BEFORE STARTING, 110 INTO TRIP, LOSS OF POWER,,ROD KNOCK, ENGINE SEIZED, TOWED TO CLOSEST GARAGE. NOM AT LEXINGTON KY. KIA WAITING ON THE BATTLE OF WARRANTY TO BEGAN WAITING FOR THE LO

Jun 20, 2017 Engine 37,000 mi

37000 MILES , SHORT 120 TRIP, OIL CHECKED BEFORE STARTING, 110 INTO TRIP, LOSS OF POWER,,ROD KNOCK, ENGINE SEIZED, TOWED TO CLOSEST GARAGE. NOM AT LEXINGTON KY. KIA WAITING ON THE BATTLE OF WARRANTY TO BEGAN WAITING FOR THE LO

Jun 16, 2017 Engine 72,819 mi

ENGINE LOCKED UP WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS OR OTHER INDICATION IT WAS HAPPENING. VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO STORE AND PARKED. CAME BACK OUT AND IT WOULDN'T START. TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER SAYS EXCESS SLUDGE IN ENGINE EVEN WITH REGULAR OIL CHANGES. VEHICLE HAS 72,819 MILES AND DEALER IS STATING IT WILL N...

Jun 16, 2017 Engine 69,629 mi

DRIVING VEHICLE IN TOWN AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH. ENGINE LOST POWER AND SHUT OFF. WAS ABLE TO COAST OUT OF TRAFFIC AND OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WOULD NOT RESTART. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO LOCAL KIA DEALER WHERE THEY PROCEEDED TO TELL ME THE ENGINE HAD LOCKED UP AND THIS ONLY HAPPENS DUE TO POOR MAIN...

Jun 16, 2017 Air Bags Crash 22,000 mi

WE WERE TRAVELING 64 MPH ON INTERSTATE 75 SOUTH (IT WAS RAINING HARD), WHEN WE WERE HIT FROM BEHIND AT 75-78 MILES PER HOUR BY AN F150 TRUCK. OUR AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHICH CAUSED US TO HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND DASHBOARD. AT THE RATE OF SPEED WE WERE HIT, THE BAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED. OUR S...

Jun 16, 2017 Engine 72,819 mi

ENGINE LOCKED UP WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS OR OTHER INDICATION IT WAS HAPPENING. VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO STORE AND PARKED. CAME BACK OUT AND IT WOULDN'T START. TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER SAYS EXCESS SLUDGE IN ENGINE EVEN WITH REGULAR OIL CHANGES. VEHICLE HAS 72,819 MILES AND DEALER IS STATING IT WILL N...

Jun 16, 2017 Engine 69,629 mi

DRIVING VEHICLE IN TOWN AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH. ENGINE LOST POWER AND SHUT OFF. WAS ABLE TO COAST OUT OF TRAFFIC AND OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WOULD NOT RESTART. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO LOCAL KIA DEALER WHERE THEY PROCEEDED TO TELL ME THE ENGINE HAD LOCKED UP AND THIS ONLY HAPPENS DUE TO POOR MAIN...

Jun 16, 2017 Air Bags Crash 22,000 mi

WE WERE TRAVELING 64 MPH ON INTERSTATE 75 SOUTH (IT WAS RAINING HARD), WHEN WE WERE HIT FROM BEHIND AT 75-78 MILES PER HOUR BY AN F150 TRUCK. OUR AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHICH CAUSED US TO HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND DASHBOARD. AT THE RATE OF SPEED WE WERE HIT, THE BAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED. OUR S...

May 4, 2017 Exterior Lighting 20,000 mi

THE HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM THAT THE ROAD IS NOT VISIBLE. MY CARS' LIGHT METER VALUE IS 77LU COMPAIRED TO A NIEGHBORS' HEADLIGHT VALUE OF 489LU WITH THE SAME LIGHTS. THIS LOW HEADLIGHT OUTPUT VALUE MAKES THIS CAR UNSAFE TO DRIVE IN LOW LIGHT SITUATIONS AND AT NIGHT. THE LOCAL PORT CHARLOTTE, FLORIDA...

May 4, 2017 Engine 56,000 mi

V6 ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY WHEN ACCELERATING INTO OR ACROSS TRAFFIC. . KIA SERVICE DEPT. UNABLE TO FIND CAUSE WITH USING ELECTRONIC TESTING EQUIPMENT. STALLING IS RANDOM AND UNABLE TO REPLICATE WITH SERVICE DEPT PERSONNEL. A REAL SAFETY ISSUE.

May 4, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 56,000 mi

V6 ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY WHEN ACCELERATING INTO OR ACROSS TRAFFIC. . KIA SERVICE DEPT. UNABLE TO FIND CAUSE WITH USING ELECTRONIC TESTING EQUIPMENT. STALLING IS RANDOM AND UNABLE TO REPLICATE WITH SERVICE DEPT PERSONNEL. A REAL SAFETY ISSUE.

May 4, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 56,000 mi

V6 ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY WHEN ACCELERATING INTO OR ACROSS TRAFFIC. . KIA SERVICE DEPT. UNABLE TO FIND CAUSE WITH USING ELECTRONIC TESTING EQUIPMENT. STALLING IS RANDOM AND UNABLE TO REPLICATE WITH SERVICE DEPT PERSONNEL. A REAL SAFETY ISSUE.

May 4, 2017 Exterior Lighting 20,000 mi

THE HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM THAT THE ROAD IS NOT VISIBLE. MY CARS' LIGHT METER VALUE IS 77LU COMPAIRED TO A NIEGHBORS' HEADLIGHT VALUE OF 489LU WITH THE SAME LIGHTS. THIS LOW HEADLIGHT OUTPUT VALUE MAKES THIS CAR UNSAFE TO DRIVE IN LOW LIGHT SITUATIONS AND AT NIGHT. THE LOCAL PORT CHARLOTTE, FLORIDA...

May 4, 2017 Engine 56,000 mi

V6 ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY WHEN ACCELERATING INTO OR ACROSS TRAFFIC. . KIA SERVICE DEPT. UNABLE TO FIND CAUSE WITH USING ELECTRONIC TESTING EQUIPMENT. STALLING IS RANDOM AND UNABLE TO REPLICATE WITH SERVICE DEPT PERSONNEL. A REAL SAFETY ISSUE.

May 4, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 56,000 mi

V6 ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY WHEN ACCELERATING INTO OR ACROSS TRAFFIC. . KIA SERVICE DEPT. UNABLE TO FIND CAUSE WITH USING ELECTRONIC TESTING EQUIPMENT. STALLING IS RANDOM AND UNABLE TO REPLICATE WITH SERVICE DEPT PERSONNEL. A REAL SAFETY ISSUE.

May 4, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 56,000 mi

V6 ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY WHEN ACCELERATING INTO OR ACROSS TRAFFIC. . KIA SERVICE DEPT. UNABLE TO FIND CAUSE WITH USING ELECTRONIC TESTING EQUIPMENT. STALLING IS RANDOM AND UNABLE TO REPLICATE WITH SERVICE DEPT PERSONNEL. A REAL SAFETY ISSUE.

Apr 25, 2017 Engine 32,300 mi

WE STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS AT ABOUT 20,000 MILES.THE CAR WAS PULLING AS WE TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND SMOKE WOULD BLOW OUT OF THE TAILPIPE. WE TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP IN WHICH THEY STATED WE HAD SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE. THEY STATED TO MAINTAIN REGULAR OIL CHANGES, BUT WE WOULD NEED A NEW ENGINE. 4 MON...

Apr 25, 2017 Engine 32,300 mi

WE STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS AT ABOUT 20,000 MILES.THE CAR WAS PULLING AS WE TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND SMOKE WOULD BLOW OUT OF THE TAILPIPE. WE TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP IN WHICH THEY STATED WE HAD SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE. THEY STATED TO MAINTAIN REGULAR OIL CHANGES, BUT WE WOULD NEED A NEW ENGINE. 4 MON...

Apr 12, 2017 Electrical System 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE KEY FAILED TO REMOVE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000.

Apr 12, 2017 Electrical System 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE KEY FAILED TO REMOVE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000.

Apr 5, 2017 Engine 32,541 mi

WE HAD JUST LEFT HOME, AND WERE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MILES PER HOUR, AND NO "WARNING LIGHTS OR INDICATOR LIGHTS" CAME ON, WE LOST ALL POWER ABOUT A QUARTER MILE AWAY. COASTING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED FOR ROAD-SIDE ASSISTANCE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER, AND WAS TOLD IT WAS ENGINE...

Apr 5, 2017 Engine 32,541 mi

WE HAD JUST LEFT HOME, AND WERE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MILES PER HOUR, AND NO "WARNING LIGHTS OR INDICATOR LIGHTS" CAME ON, WE LOST ALL POWER ABOUT A QUARTER MILE AWAY. COASTING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED FOR ROAD-SIDE ASSISTANCE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER, AND WAS TOLD IT WAS ENGINE...

Feb 15, 2017 Engine 30,649 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION 35MPH WHEN SUDDENLY ALL THE LIGHTS IN THE PANEL FLASHED AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE CAR WITH ENGINE FAILURE . THEY REFUSED TO COVER THE DAMAGE UNDER WARRANTY AND CLAIM THAT IS DUE TO LACK OF MAINTENANCE EVEN THOUGH WE PROVIDED THEM WITH...

Feb 15, 2017 Engine 30,649 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION 35MPH WHEN SUDDENLY ALL THE LIGHTS IN THE PANEL FLASHED AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE CAR WITH ENGINE FAILURE . THEY REFUSED TO COVER THE DAMAGE UNDER WARRANTY AND CLAIM THAT IS DUE TO LACK OF MAINTENANCE EVEN THOUGH WE PROVIDED THEM WITH...

Dec 28, 2016 Engine 350,000 mi

LEASED A 2015 KIA SORRENTO, IN MY THIRD YEAR OF LEASE, REGULAR OIL CHANGES EVERY 3 MONTHS, HEARD A KNOCKING SOUND IN ENGINE AT APPROX. 35,000 MILES ON MY WAY HOME FROM MY SON'S HOCKEY GAME ON THE HIGHWAY WHICH GOT LOUDER AND LOUDER. TOOK IT TO THE KIA DEALER AND IMMEDIATELY THE SALES PERSON INFORME...

Dec 28, 2016 Engine 350,000 mi

LEASED A 2015 KIA SORRENTO, IN MY THIRD YEAR OF LEASE, REGULAR OIL CHANGES EVERY 3 MONTHS, HEARD A KNOCKING SOUND IN ENGINE AT APPROX. 35,000 MILES ON MY WAY HOME FROM MY SON'S HOCKEY GAME ON THE HIGHWAY WHICH GOT LOUDER AND LOUDER. TOOK IT TO THE KIA DEALER AND IMMEDIATELY THE SALES PERSON INFORME...

Oct 25, 2016 Engine 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ANY WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO LOW OIL MAINTENANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MAD...

Oct 25, 2016 Engine 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ANY WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO LOW OIL MAINTENANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MAD...

Oct 21, 2016 Engine 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50MPH IN MY SORRENTO THE CAR HESITATED AND STALLED WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS TO PASS A CAR NEXT TO ME. ITHE FELT LIKE A SLIP. I WASN'T SURE WHAT TO MAKE OF IT, BUT OVER THE NEXT 4 DAYS IT STARTED HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY. I WENT TO TURN IT ON THE 4TH MORNING AND A CLOUD OF ...

Oct 21, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50MPH IN MY SORRENTO THE CAR HESITATED AND STALLED WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS TO PASS A CAR NEXT TO ME. ITHE FELT LIKE A SLIP. I WASN'T SURE WHAT TO MAKE OF IT, BUT OVER THE NEXT 4 DAYS IT STARTED HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY. I WENT TO TURN IT ON THE 4TH MORNING AND A CLOUD OF ...

Oct 21, 2016 Engine 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50MPH IN MY SORRENTO THE CAR HESITATED AND STALLED WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS TO PASS A CAR NEXT TO ME. ITHE FELT LIKE A SLIP. I WASN'T SURE WHAT TO MAKE OF IT, BUT OVER THE NEXT 4 DAYS IT STARTED HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY. I WENT TO TURN IT ON THE 4TH MORNING AND A CLOUD OF ...

Oct 21, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50MPH IN MY SORRENTO THE CAR HESITATED AND STALLED WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS TO PASS A CAR NEXT TO ME. ITHE FELT LIKE A SLIP. I WASN'T SURE WHAT TO MAKE OF IT, BUT OVER THE NEXT 4 DAYS IT STARTED HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY. I WENT TO TURN IT ON THE 4TH MORNING AND A CLOUD OF ...

Sep 15, 2016 Engine 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY JERKED AND STALLED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALER. IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT SLUDGE WAS PRESENT IN THE OIL RESERVOIR, ...

Sep 15, 2016 Engine 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY JERKED AND STALLED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALER. IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT SLUDGE WAS PRESENT IN THE OIL RESERVOIR, ...

Sep 6, 2016 Engine 25 mi

THE SUV HAS BEEN HAVING WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM TAILPIPE AND THE CAR HAS BEEN PULLING. IT MAKES UGLY NOISE WHEN WE TRY TO ACCELERATE ON THE FREEWAY AND PULLS. THE OIL LIGHT ISN'T COMING ON TO TELL US WHEN THE OIL IS LOW EVEN IF IT'S NOT TIME FOR A PIL CHANGE. WE SEEM TO NOTICE THAT THE CAR IS BURNIN...

Sep 6, 2016 Unknown Or Other 25 mi

THE SUV HAS BEEN HAVING WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM TAILPIPE AND THE CAR HAS BEEN PULLING. IT MAKES UGLY NOISE WHEN WE TRY TO ACCELERATE ON THE FREEWAY AND PULLS. THE OIL LIGHT ISN'T COMING ON TO TELL US WHEN THE OIL IS LOW EVEN IF IT'S NOT TIME FOR A PIL CHANGE. WE SEEM TO NOTICE THAT THE CAR IS BURNIN...

Sep 6, 2016 Engine 25 mi

THE SUV HAS BEEN HAVING WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM TAILPIPE AND THE CAR HAS BEEN PULLING. IT MAKES UGLY NOISE WHEN WE TRY TO ACCELERATE ON THE FREEWAY AND PULLS. THE OIL LIGHT ISN'T COMING ON TO TELL US WHEN THE OIL IS LOW EVEN IF IT'S NOT TIME FOR A PIL CHANGE. WE SEEM TO NOTICE THAT THE CAR IS BURNIN...

Sep 6, 2016 Unknown Or Other 25 mi

THE SUV HAS BEEN HAVING WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM TAILPIPE AND THE CAR HAS BEEN PULLING. IT MAKES UGLY NOISE WHEN WE TRY TO ACCELERATE ON THE FREEWAY AND PULLS. THE OIL LIGHT ISN'T COMING ON TO TELL US WHEN THE OIL IS LOW EVEN IF IT'S NOT TIME FOR A PIL CHANGE. WE SEEM TO NOTICE THAT THE CAR IS BURNIN...

Aug 28, 2016 Seat Belts

I HAD TO RIDE IN MY OWN BACKSEAT FOR THE FIRST TIME TODAY. THE REAR SEAT BELT GOES ACROSS MY NECK AND I AM 5 FOOT 8 INCHES. LOOKED OVER AT MY DAUGHTER WHO IS 5 FOOT AND IT WAS JUST AS BAD FOR HER.

Aug 28, 2016 Seat Belts

I HAD TO RIDE IN MY OWN BACKSEAT FOR THE FIRST TIME TODAY. THE REAR SEAT BELT GOES ACROSS MY NECK AND I AM 5 FOOT 8 INCHES. LOOKED OVER AT MY DAUGHTER WHO IS 5 FOOT AND IT WAS JUST AS BAD FOR HER.

Aug 24, 2016 Engine 40,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH MY 4 CHILDREN IN THE CAR AT 45 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT WAS OVER A 100 DEGREES OUTSIDE AND MY 4 KIDS UNDER 6 HAD TO SIT AND WAIT ON A RIDE IN THE HEAT. THE CAR HAS 40,000 MILES ON I...

Aug 24, 2016 Engine 40,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH MY 4 CHILDREN IN THE CAR AT 45 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT WAS OVER A 100 DEGREES OUTSIDE AND MY 4 KIDS UNDER 6 HAD TO SIT AND WAIT ON A RIDE IN THE HEAT. THE CAR HAS 40,000 MILES ON I...

Aug 22, 2016 Electrical System Fire 30,400 mi

RETURNING FROM A TRIP TO CALIFORNIA, THE KIA HAD JUST TURNED OVER 30000 MILES ON THE KS TURNPIKE WHEN THE ENGINE OIL LIGHT CAME ON. WE STOPPED AND CHECKED THE OIL, IT WAS FINE. WE HAD HAD THE OIL CHANGED BEFORE THE TRIP SO IT HAD LESS THAN 3000 MILES. AFTER CHECKING THE OIL, WE RESUMED THE TRIP. ...

Aug 22, 2016 Electrical System Fire 30,400 mi

RETURNING FROM A TRIP TO CALIFORNIA, THE KIA HAD JUST TURNED OVER 30000 MILES ON THE KS TURNPIKE WHEN THE ENGINE OIL LIGHT CAME ON. WE STOPPED AND CHECKED THE OIL, IT WAS FINE. WE HAD HAD THE OIL CHANGED BEFORE THE TRIP SO IT HAD LESS THAN 3000 MILES. AFTER CHECKING THE OIL, WE RESUMED THE TRIP. ...

Jul 20, 2016 Visibility/wiper 24,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER OR HEATER WAS ACTIVATED, AN ABNORMAL ODOR EMITTED FROM THE VENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A DEODORIZER WAS SPRAYED INTO THE VENTS, BUT THE VEHIC...

Jul 20, 2016 Visibility/wiper 24,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER OR HEATER WAS ACTIVATED, AN ABNORMAL ODOR EMITTED FROM THE VENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A DEODORIZER WAS SPRAYED INTO THE VENTS, BUT THE VEHIC...

Jun 29, 2016 Engine Crash 17,000 mi

HOW CAN NHTSA GIVE A 5-STAR SAFETY RATING TO A 2015 KIA SORRENTO BASED ON A 2013 CRASH TEST DONE ON THIS MODEL VEHICLE WHEN THERE IS OBVIOUS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IN THE 2014/2015 KIA SORRENTO MODELS. SINCE 2014, THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST 2 SERIOUS INJURIES AND OTHER COMPLAINTS DUE TO THIS DEF...

Jun 29, 2016 Air Bags Crash 17,000 mi

HOW CAN NHTSA GIVE A 5-STAR SAFETY RATING TO A 2015 KIA SORRENTO BASED ON A 2013 CRASH TEST DONE ON THIS MODEL VEHICLE WHEN THERE IS OBVIOUS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IN THE 2014/2015 KIA SORRENTO MODELS. SINCE 2014, THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST 2 SERIOUS INJURIES AND OTHER COMPLAINTS DUE TO THIS DEF...

Jun 29, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 17,000 mi

HOW CAN NHTSA GIVE A 5-STAR SAFETY RATING TO A 2015 KIA SORRENTO BASED ON A 2013 CRASH TEST DONE ON THIS MODEL VEHICLE WHEN THERE IS OBVIOUS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IN THE 2014/2015 KIA SORRENTO MODELS. SINCE 2014, THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST 2 SERIOUS INJURIES AND OTHER COMPLAINTS DUE TO THIS DEF...

Jun 29, 2016 Steering Crash 17,000 mi

HOW CAN NHTSA GIVE A 5-STAR SAFETY RATING TO A 2015 KIA SORRENTO BASED ON A 2013 CRASH TEST DONE ON THIS MODEL VEHICLE WHEN THERE IS OBVIOUS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IN THE 2014/2015 KIA SORRENTO MODELS. SINCE 2014, THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST 2 SERIOUS INJURIES AND OTHER COMPLAINTS DUE TO THIS DEF...

Jun 29, 2016 Engine Crash 17,000 mi

HOW CAN NHTSA GIVE A 5-STAR SAFETY RATING TO A 2015 KIA SORRENTO BASED ON A 2013 CRASH TEST DONE ON THIS MODEL VEHICLE WHEN THERE IS OBVIOUS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IN THE 2014/2015 KIA SORRENTO MODELS. SINCE 2014, THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST 2 SERIOUS INJURIES AND OTHER COMPLAINTS DUE TO THIS DEF...

Jun 29, 2016 Air Bags Crash 17,000 mi

HOW CAN NHTSA GIVE A 5-STAR SAFETY RATING TO A 2015 KIA SORRENTO BASED ON A 2013 CRASH TEST DONE ON THIS MODEL VEHICLE WHEN THERE IS OBVIOUS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IN THE 2014/2015 KIA SORRENTO MODELS. SINCE 2014, THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST 2 SERIOUS INJURIES AND OTHER COMPLAINTS DUE TO THIS DEF...

Jun 29, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 17,000 mi

HOW CAN NHTSA GIVE A 5-STAR SAFETY RATING TO A 2015 KIA SORRENTO BASED ON A 2013 CRASH TEST DONE ON THIS MODEL VEHICLE WHEN THERE IS OBVIOUS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IN THE 2014/2015 KIA SORRENTO MODELS. SINCE 2014, THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST 2 SERIOUS INJURIES AND OTHER COMPLAINTS DUE TO THIS DEF...

Jun 29, 2016 Steering Crash 17,000 mi

HOW CAN NHTSA GIVE A 5-STAR SAFETY RATING TO A 2015 KIA SORRENTO BASED ON A 2013 CRASH TEST DONE ON THIS MODEL VEHICLE WHEN THERE IS OBVIOUS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IN THE 2014/2015 KIA SORRENTO MODELS. SINCE 2014, THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST 2 SERIOUS INJURIES AND OTHER COMPLAINTS DUE TO THIS DEF...

Jun 3, 2016 Unknown Or Other 5,000 mi

BACK PASSENGER SOOR ONLY OPENS UNDER EXTREME PULLING ON HANDLE OR PUSHING FROM INSIDE HARD...THE INSIDE FRAME COMES LOOSE AND THEN WE BANK IT BACK IN PLACE WITH ONES FIST....NEXT TIME ,,,,IT STICKS AGAIN!! VEHICLE PARKED OF COURSE.

Jun 3, 2016 Unknown Or Other 5,000 mi

BACK PASSENGER SOOR ONLY OPENS UNDER EXTREME PULLING ON HANDLE OR PUSHING FROM INSIDE HARD...THE INSIDE FRAME COMES LOOSE AND THEN WE BANK IT BACK IN PLACE WITH ONES FIST....NEXT TIME ,,,,IT STICKS AGAIN!! VEHICLE PARKED OF COURSE.

Apr 27, 2016 Unknown Or Other 20,500 mi

SOOO MANY COMPLAINTS OF KIA DOORS NOT OPENING FROM THE INSIDE. KIA IS NOT ISSUING A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THIS. THEY SHOULD ASAP! AS SOON AS SOMEONE'S CAR CATCHES FIRE AND THEY CAN'T GET THE DOORS OPEN, THERE WILL BE SERIOUS LAWSUITS. IF YOU ARE UNDER WARRANTY WHEN THIS HAPPENS, YOU ARE GOOD TO G...

Apr 27, 2016 Unknown Or Other 20,500 mi

SOOO MANY COMPLAINTS OF KIA DOORS NOT OPENING FROM THE INSIDE. KIA IS NOT ISSUING A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THIS. THEY SHOULD ASAP! AS SOON AS SOMEONE'S CAR CATCHES FIRE AND THEY CAN'T GET THE DOORS OPEN, THERE WILL BE SERIOUS LAWSUITS. IF YOU ARE UNDER WARRANTY WHEN THIS HAPPENS, YOU ARE GOOD TO G...

Mar 29, 2016 Tires 16,000 mi

I HAVE THE KUMHO CRUGEN PREMIUM KL33 235 60 R18 TIRES. THEY CAME WITH THE KIA SORENTO. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND THE CAR STARTED SHAKING AND I PULLED OVER TO SEE THE TIRE WITH ONLY 16 THOUSAND MILES ON THEM WITH THE SIDEWALL CUT THROUGH AROUND THE WHOLE TIRE, THREAD SEPERATION. I TOOK THE T...

Mar 29, 2016 Tires 16,000 mi

I HAVE THE KUMHO CRUGEN PREMIUM KL33 235 60 R18 TIRES. THEY CAME WITH THE KIA SORENTO. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND THE CAR STARTED SHAKING AND I PULLED OVER TO SEE THE TIRE WITH ONLY 16 THOUSAND MILES ON THEM WITH THE SIDEWALL CUT THROUGH AROUND THE WHOLE TIRE, THREAD SEPERATION. I TOOK THE T...

Mar 10, 2016 Air Bags Crash 12,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS PUSHED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS FILLED WITH A VERY STRONG...

Mar 10, 2016 Air Bags Crash 12,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS PUSHED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS FILLED WITH A VERY STRONG...

Jan 12, 2016 Exterior Lighting 800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS ON/OFF SENSOR FAILED TO ILLUMINATE DURING NIGHT HOURS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHT SENSOR FAILED TO POWER OFF THE HEADLIGHTS OFF DURING THE DAY. THE CONTACT HAD TO POWER OFF THE HEADLIGHTS MANUALLY. THE FA...

Jan 12, 2016 Exterior Lighting 800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS ON/OFF SENSOR FAILED TO ILLUMINATE DURING NIGHT HOURS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHT SENSOR FAILED TO POWER OFF THE HEADLIGHTS OFF DURING THE DAY. THE CONTACT HAD TO POWER OFF THE HEADLIGHTS MANUALLY. THE FA...

Jun 25, 2015 Unknown Or Other 12,000 mi

DRIVING ON MILD SUMMER DAY (~70). LIGHTLY-PACKED CARTOP CARRIER AFFIXED PROPERLY/SAFELY TO KIA CROSSBARS (INSTALLED BY KIA). DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY WITH "PASSING LANE" TRAFFIC (ABOUT 75MPH). RUNNING AC AT ABOUT 70 INSIDE, WITH ALL WINDOWS UP. PANORAMIC SUNROOF CLOSED, WITH INNER SOFT SUNSHADE...

Jun 25, 2015 Unknown Or Other 12,000 mi

DRIVING ON MILD SUMMER DAY (~70). LIGHTLY-PACKED CARTOP CARRIER AFFIXED PROPERLY/SAFELY TO KIA CROSSBARS (INSTALLED BY KIA). DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY WITH "PASSING LANE" TRAFFIC (ABOUT 75MPH). RUNNING AC AT ABOUT 70 INSIDE, WITH ALL WINDOWS UP. PANORAMIC SUNROOF CLOSED, WITH INNER SOFT SUNSHADE...

Jun 10, 2015 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE ENTERING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT'S FOOT INADVERTENTLY STRUCK THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT RAIL WHICH WAS MOVED BACKWARDS. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A LACERATION ON ONE OF THE TOES AND REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF...

Jun 10, 2015 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE ENTERING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT'S FOOT INADVERTENTLY STRUCK THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT RAIL WHICH WAS MOVED BACKWARDS. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A LACERATION ON ONE OF THE TOES AND REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF...

May 17, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 2,235 mi

I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A PARKING GARAGE WITH MY FOOT JUST BARLEY ON THE BRAKE WHENTHE CAR ACCELERATED VERY FAST AND CAUSE ME TO HIT A CONCRET WALL. I TRIED TO STOP IT BUT IT DIDN'T STOP UNTIL IT HIT THE WALL KNOCKING ME ALMOST OUT OF THE PARKING SPACE. THIS HAS NEVER HAPPEN BEFORE SIN...

May 17, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 2,235 mi

I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A PARKING GARAGE WITH MY FOOT JUST BARLEY ON THE BRAKE WHENTHE CAR ACCELERATED VERY FAST AND CAUSE ME TO HIT A CONCRET WALL. I TRIED TO STOP IT BUT IT DIDN'T STOP UNTIL IT HIT THE WALL KNOCKING ME ALMOST OUT OF THE PARKING SPACE. THIS HAS NEVER HAPPEN BEFORE SIN...

May 13, 2015 Engine 35,000 mi

HAD OIL LIGHT GO ON WHEN I WOULD TAKE OFF FROM A STOP BUT WOULD TURN OFF WHEN I STOP. I CALLED THE DEALER AND TOOK IT IN AND WAS TOLD THAT THE OIL FILTER WAS PUT IN WRONG. THE DEALER PUT A NEW ONE ON AND DID ALL THE TEST TO MAKE SURE IT WAS WORKING PROPER. NINE DAY LATER I HAD A OIL LEAK AND CALLED ...

May 13, 2015 Engine 35,000 mi

HAD OIL LIGHT GO ON WHEN I WOULD TAKE OFF FROM A STOP BUT WOULD TURN OFF WHEN I STOP. I CALLED THE DEALER AND TOOK IT IN AND WAS TOLD THAT THE OIL FILTER WAS PUT IN WRONG. THE DEALER PUT A NEW ONE ON AND DID ALL THE TEST TO MAKE SURE IT WAS WORKING PROPER. NINE DAY LATER I HAD A OIL LEAK AND CALLED ...

Apr 2, 2015 Electrical System 4,000 mi

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR DID NOT LIGHT UP AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING ON 95 IN RUSH HOUR MORNING TRAFFIC FOREWARNING ME OF ANY PROBLEM WITH MY FRONT RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WHICH TIRE SOMEHOW IMMEDIATELY COMPLETELY DEFLATED WHILE DRIVING. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF ROAD AND CALLED ...

Apr 2, 2015 Tires 4,000 mi

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR DID NOT LIGHT UP AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING ON 95 IN RUSH HOUR MORNING TRAFFIC FOREWARNING ME OF ANY PROBLEM WITH MY FRONT RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WHICH TIRE SOMEHOW IMMEDIATELY COMPLETELY DEFLATED WHILE DRIVING. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF ROAD AND CALLED ...

Apr 2, 2015 Electrical System 4,000 mi

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR DID NOT LIGHT UP AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING ON 95 IN RUSH HOUR MORNING TRAFFIC FOREWARNING ME OF ANY PROBLEM WITH MY FRONT RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WHICH TIRE SOMEHOW IMMEDIATELY COMPLETELY DEFLATED WHILE DRIVING. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF ROAD AND CALLED ...

Apr 2, 2015 Tires 4,000 mi

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR DID NOT LIGHT UP AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING ON 95 IN RUSH HOUR MORNING TRAFFIC FOREWARNING ME OF ANY PROBLEM WITH MY FRONT RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WHICH TIRE SOMEHOW IMMEDIATELY COMPLETELY DEFLATED WHILE DRIVING. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF ROAD AND CALLED ...

Apr 1, 2015 Structure Crash 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE STRUCK THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FRONT BUMPER WAS BEING HELD IN PLACE BY WIRE AND HOT GLUE. THE FRONT BUMPER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. T...

Apr 1, 2015 Structure Crash 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE STRUCK THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FRONT BUMPER WAS BEING HELD IN PLACE BY WIRE AND HOT GLUE. THE FRONT BUMPER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. T...

Mar 31, 2015 Service Brakes 4,884 mi

KIA SORENTO LESS THEN 5000 MILES WATER AROUND VIN NUMBER ON DASH ALSO LEAKING INTO THE FLOOR. DEALER TRIED TO SAY BUILD OF LEAVES AROUND WINDSHIELD IS THE CAUSE. IF THAT IS THE CAUSE THEN THERE IS A DESIGN PROBLEM WITH THESE CARS. I BELIEVE THEY ARE SAYING THAT DUE TO THEY CAN'T NOT FIND OUT WHERE T...

Mar 31, 2015 Service Brakes 4,884 mi

KIA SORENTO LESS THEN 5000 MILES WATER AROUND VIN NUMBER ON DASH ALSO LEAKING INTO THE FLOOR. DEALER TRIED TO SAY BUILD OF LEAVES AROUND WINDSHIELD IS THE CAUSE. IF THAT IS THE CAUSE THEN THERE IS A DESIGN PROBLEM WITH THESE CARS. I BELIEVE THEY ARE SAYING THAT DUE TO THEY CAN'T NOT FIND OUT WHERE T...

Mar 30, 2015 Seats 1,800 mi

WHEN USING THE COOLING SEAT OPTION IT DOES NOT WORK ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. WHEN WE TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE WE WERE INFORMED ' THAT IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS'. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR BLOCKS OVER 50% OF THE HOLES IN THE SEAT. THEY ONLY WAY TO FIX WOULD BE TO REMOVE THE AIR BAG SENSOR AND TH...

Mar 30, 2015 Seats 1,800 mi

WHEN USING THE COOLING SEAT OPTION IT DOES NOT WORK ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. WHEN WE TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE WE WERE INFORMED ' THAT IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS'. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR BLOCKS OVER 50% OF THE HOLES IN THE SEAT. THEY ONLY WAY TO FIX WOULD BE TO REMOVE THE AIR BAG SENSOR AND TH...

Dec 29, 2014 Steering Crash 17,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH OVER RAILROAD TRACKS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE POS...

Dec 29, 2014 Air Bags Crash 17,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH OVER RAILROAD TRACKS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE POS...

Dec 29, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 17,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH OVER RAILROAD TRACKS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE POS...

Dec 29, 2014 Steering Crash 17,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH OVER RAILROAD TRACKS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE POS...

Dec 29, 2014 Air Bags Crash 17,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH OVER RAILROAD TRACKS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE POS...

Dec 29, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 17,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH OVER RAILROAD TRACKS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE POS...

Dec 10, 2014 Steering 2,020 mi

THIS KIA WAS RENTED FROM ENTERPRISE DUE TO MY CAR BEING IN THE SHOP. I FOUND STEERING PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR AS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM ALREADY WHICH I FOUND ODD AS THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. NOT ONLY THAT IT RACES INTERMITTENTLY SOMETIMES MORE THAN 10 MILES OR SO & AT OTHER IT SLOWS ...

Dec 10, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 2,020 mi

THIS KIA WAS RENTED FROM ENTERPRISE DUE TO MY CAR BEING IN THE SHOP. I FOUND STEERING PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR AS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM ALREADY WHICH I FOUND ODD AS THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. NOT ONLY THAT IT RACES INTERMITTENTLY SOMETIMES MORE THAN 10 MILES OR SO & AT OTHER IT SLOWS ...

Dec 10, 2014 Air Bags 2,020 mi

THIS KIA WAS RENTED FROM ENTERPRISE DUE TO MY CAR BEING IN THE SHOP. I FOUND STEERING PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR AS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM ALREADY WHICH I FOUND ODD AS THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. NOT ONLY THAT IT RACES INTERMITTENTLY SOMETIMES MORE THAN 10 MILES OR SO & AT OTHER IT SLOWS ...

Dec 10, 2014 Steering 2,020 mi

THIS KIA WAS RENTED FROM ENTERPRISE DUE TO MY CAR BEING IN THE SHOP. I FOUND STEERING PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR AS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM ALREADY WHICH I FOUND ODD AS THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. NOT ONLY THAT IT RACES INTERMITTENTLY SOMETIMES MORE THAN 10 MILES OR SO & AT OTHER IT SLOWS ...

Dec 10, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 2,020 mi

THIS KIA WAS RENTED FROM ENTERPRISE DUE TO MY CAR BEING IN THE SHOP. I FOUND STEERING PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR AS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM ALREADY WHICH I FOUND ODD AS THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. NOT ONLY THAT IT RACES INTERMITTENTLY SOMETIMES MORE THAN 10 MILES OR SO & AT OTHER IT SLOWS ...

Dec 10, 2014 Air Bags 2,020 mi

THIS KIA WAS RENTED FROM ENTERPRISE DUE TO MY CAR BEING IN THE SHOP. I FOUND STEERING PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR AS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM ALREADY WHICH I FOUND ODD AS THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. NOT ONLY THAT IT RACES INTERMITTENTLY SOMETIMES MORE THAN 10 MILES OR SO & AT OTHER IT SLOWS ...

Dec 9, 2014 Air Bags

I AM A SHORT ADULT. BECAUSE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT DOES NOT ADJUST UP OR DOWN, I NEED TO PUT A PILLOW BETWEEN ME AND THE SEAT TO RAISE ME HIGHER. WHEN I DO THIS, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT ENGAGE.

Dec 9, 2014 Air Bags

I AM A SHORT ADULT. BECAUSE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT DOES NOT ADJUST UP OR DOWN, I NEED TO PUT A PILLOW BETWEEN ME AND THE SEAT TO RAISE ME HIGHER. WHEN I DO THIS, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT ENGAGE.

Nov 28, 2014 Electrical System 1,980 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A POWER LOSS AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED AN ALTERNATOR AND IT WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Nov 28, 2014 Electrical System 1,980 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A POWER LOSS AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED AN ALTERNATOR AND IT WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Oct 24, 2014 Engine 14,000 mi

I PURCHASED A NEW 2015 KIA SORENTO MAY 17, 2014. AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD LAST NIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 45MPH, SUDDENLY THE CAR JERKED AROUND, SOUNDED LIKE I DOWNSHIFTED (ALTHOUGH IT'S AN AUTOMATIC) AND I GOT THE DIAGNOSTIC MESSAGE OF THE "ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM- POSSIBLE ENGINE CONDITION" IT TO...

Oct 24, 2014 Engine 14,000 mi

I PURCHASED A NEW 2015 KIA SORENTO MAY 17, 2014. AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD LAST NIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 45MPH, SUDDENLY THE CAR JERKED AROUND, SOUNDED LIKE I DOWNSHIFTED (ALTHOUGH IT'S AN AUTOMATIC) AND I GOT THE DIAGNOSTIC MESSAGE OF THE "ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM- POSSIBLE ENGINE CONDITION" IT TO...

Sep 28, 2014 Steering 500 mi

THIS CAR IS VERY HARD TO STEER! IT WANDERS LEFT AND RIGHT, I CONSTANTLY HAVE TO KEEP MAKING CORRECTIONS. IT WILL NOT GO STRAIGHT. IT IS DANGEROUS! I CAN NOT MAKE IT GO STRAIGHT. DRIVING IT REQUIRES CONTINUOUS CORRECTIONS, WHEN YOU DO TRY TO CORRECT THE STEERING OVER CORRECTS AND YOU GO DRIFT THE...

Sep 28, 2014 Steering 500 mi

THIS CAR IS VERY HARD TO STEER! IT WANDERS LEFT AND RIGHT, I CONSTANTLY HAVE TO KEEP MAKING CORRECTIONS. IT WILL NOT GO STRAIGHT. IT IS DANGEROUS! I CAN NOT MAKE IT GO STRAIGHT. DRIVING IT REQUIRES CONTINUOUS CORRECTIONS, WHEN YOU DO TRY TO CORRECT THE STEERING OVER CORRECTS AND YOU GO DRIFT THE...

Sep 10, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 1,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON THREE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LINKAGE NEEDED TO BE A...

Sep 10, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 1,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON THREE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LINKAGE NEEDED TO BE A...

Aug 27, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 1,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WENT INTO "SAFE MODE" AND DECELERATED TO 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND THE FAILU...

Aug 27, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 1,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WENT INTO "SAFE MODE" AND DECELERATED TO 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND THE FAILU...

Jul 21, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 3,730 mi

HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE FITTINGS DETERMINED TO BE DEFECTIVE AND NOT FITTING CORRECTLY. LINE(S) BECAME DETACHED CAUSING NEAR CATASTROPHIC FUEL SPILL IN CROWDED PARKING LOT. *TR

Jul 21, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 3,730 mi

HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE FITTINGS DETERMINED TO BE DEFECTIVE AND NOT FITTING CORRECTLY. LINE(S) BECAME DETACHED CAUSING NEAR CATASTROPHIC FUEL SPILL IN CROWDED PARKING LOT. *TR

Jun 23, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 2,744 mi

TL ' THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS FLAGGED BY ANOTHER MOTORIST AND NOTICED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK AT THE FUEL PUMP INLET. THE FUEL PUMP WAS CLEA...

Jun 23, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 2,744 mi

TL ' THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SORENTO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS FLAGGED BY ANOTHER MOTORIST AND NOTICED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK AT THE FUEL PUMP INLET. THE FUEL PUMP WAS CLEA...

Jun 6, 2014 Structure 84 mi

OUR 2015 KIA SORENTO LX WITH TOURING PACKAGE WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY WHEN THE TAILGATE WINDOW EXPLODED AND SHATTERED ALL OVER THE DRIVEWAY. FORTUNATELY NO ONE WAS IN OR NEXT TO IT AT THE TIME. VEHICLE IS BACK AT FUCILLA KIA DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR. IT IS ONLY ONE WEEK SINCE WE PICKED UP THE BRAN...

Jun 6, 2014 Visibility 84 mi

OUR 2015 KIA SORENTO LX WITH TOURING PACKAGE WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY WHEN THE TAILGATE WINDOW EXPLODED AND SHATTERED ALL OVER THE DRIVEWAY. FORTUNATELY NO ONE WAS IN OR NEXT TO IT AT THE TIME. VEHICLE IS BACK AT FUCILLA KIA DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR. IT IS ONLY ONE WEEK SINCE WE PICKED UP THE BRAN...

Jun 6, 2014 Structure 84 mi

OUR 2015 KIA SORENTO LX WITH TOURING PACKAGE WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY WHEN THE TAILGATE WINDOW EXPLODED AND SHATTERED ALL OVER THE DRIVEWAY. FORTUNATELY NO ONE WAS IN OR NEXT TO IT AT THE TIME. VEHICLE IS BACK AT FUCILLA KIA DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR. IT IS ONLY ONE WEEK SINCE WE PICKED UP THE BRAN...

Jun 6, 2014 Visibility 84 mi

OUR 2015 KIA SORENTO LX WITH TOURING PACKAGE WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY WHEN THE TAILGATE WINDOW EXPLODED AND SHATTERED ALL OVER THE DRIVEWAY. FORTUNATELY NO ONE WAS IN OR NEXT TO IT AT THE TIME. VEHICLE IS BACK AT FUCILLA KIA DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR. IT IS ONLY ONE WEEK SINCE WE PICKED UP THE BRAN...

May 21, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 1,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY NEW KIA SORENTO ON A TWO LANE ROAD. WHILE DRIVING IN A PASSING ZONE GOING 50-55 MPH, I ATTEMPTED TO PASS A TRUCK. MY RIGHT HAND BUMPED THE GEAR SHIFT TO THE LEFT (AT THAT TIME I HAD NO IDEA THAT BY SLIGHTLY BUMPING THE GEAR SHIFT THE VEHICLE WENT FROM AUTOMATIC TO MANUAL...THERE I...

May 21, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 1,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY NEW KIA SORENTO ON A TWO LANE ROAD. WHILE DRIVING IN A PASSING ZONE GOING 50-55 MPH, I ATTEMPTED TO PASS A TRUCK. MY RIGHT HAND BUMPED THE GEAR SHIFT TO THE LEFT (AT THAT TIME I HAD NO IDEA THAT BY SLIGHTLY BUMPING THE GEAR SHIFT THE VEHICLE WENT FROM AUTOMATIC TO MANUAL...THERE I...