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2011 Kia Sorento repairs by problem area

Engine (18%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (8%)

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2011 Kia Sorento repair cost distribution

$2500+ (1%)

$1000 - $2499 (2%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (26%)

< $100 (62%)

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Kia Sorento in Texas, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 3000 mi	Transmission jolt occured while traveling down the interstate. KIA says this was due to outdated software. They upgraded the software and said no transmission damage occured.

Kia Sorento in California, United States Dec 2010 - Oct 2013
Jan 2011 1000 mi	Replaced broken sunroof glass.

Kia Sorento in California, United States Apr 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 75000 mi US $450	Driver side door latch fails to release catch resulting in the inability to open drivers door from the outside of the vehicle

Kia Sorento in New Mexico, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 5000 mi	loud banging from passenger front tire area. Told at first all do that. second time in the "mounts" were loose" problem back within 2 days

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Kia Sorento in Finland Feb 2011 - Jan 2014
Jan 2012 12400 mi	The audio system speaker resonated when playing loud with bass(premium audio). The right back speaker was replaced. Now OK.

Kia Sorento in Sweden Apr 2014 - Jul 2022
Nov 2014 41200 mi	I had complain about vibrations and jolts when driving in the 0-70 km / h. Replacing the rear shock absorber on the warranty. The problem is not solved. Continued troubleshooting driver
Apr 2016 49800 mi	replacement stabilizer bars front left
Aug 2017 58280 mi	Replace door hinge for driver's door because of a gap change the driver's seat underrun cause of the gap when break/gas change of roof rail console / paint loose lubricate roof cover / can not close
Dec 2017 59210 mi	Replacement of front shock absorber and bearing right and left side
Oct 2021 78740 mi	Srs warning light is on. Repair/soldering of clock spring

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Kia Sorento in South Carolina, United States Apr 2014 - Mar 2018
Sep 2016 107000 mi US $200	Accessory belt tensioner
Dec 2016 111000 mi	Driver's door would not open from the outside.

Kia Sorento in Arizona, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2015
Sep 2012 15000 mi	Arizon heat killed the factory battery prior to warranty expiration.
Aug 2014 43700 mi	Fan belt tensioner wore out

Kia Sorento in Georgia, United States Mar 2011 - Jan 2016
Nov 2012 20800 mi	Difficulty shifting into PARK and out of PARK. Intermittent problem with increasing frequency. Defective part # 938100W000 SWITCH ASSY-STOP LAMP replaced. Also called brake pedal switch to allow shifting when stopped. Warranty @ 21,000 mi.

Kia Sorento in New Hampshire, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015 90000 mi US $2600	Check Engine light came on. Faulty Intake Manifold and bad front struts. Intake manifold was $1700 to fix. The dealer wanted almost double. It was very reliable prior to this issue. KIA offered no help to discount parts.

Kia Sorento in Tennessee, United States Jan 2011 - Oct 2017
Mar 2013 33000 mi	The push button start has a brake pedal switch that was failing and needed replacement. Intermittent, so opted not to spend money on a repair. Update: The issue seemed to fade to black. It may have been fixed in a maintenance update or something but I never directly asked for it to be fixed.
Oct 2013 38500 mi	Middle driver side seat belt ripped I have had a car seat secured in that seat since we bought the vehicle 01/2011 with 3000miles on it. One saturday I go to take my daughter's seat out and find the belt is ripped 2/3 of the way through.
Mar 2015 63000 mi US $305	Window regulator failed and needed to be replaced.

Kia Sorento in Florida, United States Aug 2011 - Apr 2012
Feb 2012 7100 mi	Center console squeak

Kia Sorento in Texas, United States Nov 2011 - Sep 2016
Jul 2012 39000 mi	The sway bars were bad and making noises during car use. They had to be replaced, but were covered under warranty. Took 3 days to get parts.
May 2013 55700 mi	Everytime we stepped on the brake, it made a clicking sound under the shifter. We asked to have this fixed. We also asked to have the recall notice issue taken care of as well.

Kia Sorento in California, United States Oct 2012 - Nov 2021
Jul 2013 38000 mi	The Dashboard Lights were not working.
Sep 2013 41000 mi	The Driver Side Power Window Regulator had to be replaced.
Mar 2018 79000 mi US $200	Replaced old worn out front disc brakepads
Aug 2021 106000 mi US $900	The Alternator was fried and needed replacement

Kia Sorento in California, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 18000 mi	intermittent refuse to start, dealer replaced brake switch

Kia Sorento in Florida, United States Sep 2012 - Dec 2015
Oct 2013 44000 mi	Needed new headliner. New seat latch.

Kia Sorento in California, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 3000 mi	Recall to replace accessory ambient lighting wiring harness.

Kia Sorento in California, United States Oct 2011 - Jul 2012
Feb 2012 39100 mi	Light on Shifter housing out. Was disconnected somehow. Also recall on struts...they replaced all struts.

Kia Sorento in Texas, United States Jun 2013 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 83000 mi US $250	Brake Disengage Sensor malfunction.

Kia Sorento in Maryland, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2014
Aug 2014 47100 mi	ECM UPDATE, FUEL DOOR TSB OPERATION UPGRADE

Kia Sorento in Ohio, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2013
Jul 2012 29000 mi	Shifter system requires replacement
Aug 2012 29300 mi	Replaced shifter

Kia Sorento in Arizona, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2022
Sep 2011 10000 mi	Defective brake interlock switch causes pushbutton start to act intermittent
Nov 2011 10300 mi	Defective brake interlock switch causes pushbutton start to act intermittent
Jun 2012 13000 mi	Dead Battery. Replaced by dealer at no cost to me.
Jun 2016 40000 mi	Inadequate cooling
Apr 2017 44000 mi	Parking pawl (safety recall)
Sep 2017 46000 mi US $60	Defective Battery. Replaced at minimal cost
Jan 2022 65000 mi US $1400	Replace front strut assemblies and replace rear shocks

Kia Sorento in California, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2018
Mar 2010 1000 mi	Roof rails damaged by dealer before car was sold.
Sep 2012 13000 mi	Rear left bushing was failing and making clunking sound. Dealer replaced due to safety concerns.
Nov 2013 22100 mi	Fuel sensors and wiring harness failure caused misfire and poor running. Entire harness replaced as well as all electrical components of fuel system.
Jun 2016 42000 mi US $450	Wiring harness connector to fuse box was broken, disabling gear indicator and preventing car from starting. Fuse box replaced and wiring harness wiring and connector repaired. Had to be towed three times.
Oct 2016 47200 mi US $600	Oil leak found during major service. Looks like head gasket issue.

Kia Sorento in Missouri, United States Jul 2010 - Nov 2013
Nov 2010 6150 mi	CEL Code P2422Evap System Valve stuck closed. Replaced 31430-0W000 Valve under warranty. CEL Code P2422 Evap System Valve stuck closed. Used compressed air on a hose, cleared code CEL Code P2422 Evap System Valve stuck closed. Replaced 31430-0W000 Valce- Canister Close. Cleared code.
Jan 2011 8000 mi	AC blower not working with remote starter. Dealer stated no problem, it shouldn't. Owner replaced fuses in Remote Start module.
Dec 2012 38000 mi	Air bag light on. Reset by dealer- came right back on, not fixed Alarm going off on it's own, then stopped arming at all. Remote start quit at same time
Feb 2013 39700 mi	Air bag light on
Jul 2013 44000 mi	Airbag light coming on. Bad passenger seat. Reset, not fixed. Alarm sounds on its own.
Sep 2013 52000 mi	Alarm sounding on it's own
Nov 2013 52000 mi	Alarm constantly sounded on its own. Dealership could duplicate but not fix.

Kia Sorento in Washington, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010 3000 mi	sunroof needing oiling.

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Kia Sorento in West Virginia, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2014
Aug 2011 27000 mi	The leather wrap on the steering wheel was prematurely wearing and peeling. The entire steering wheel was replaced at no charge and it is now better than new.
Apr 2014 109000 mi US $803	Rear wheel bearings on both sides needed replacing

Kia Sorento in Illinois, United States Oct 2011 - Oct 2017
Jan 2012 36500 mi	Car when cold and shifted into reverse engages immediately. Shifted into D from N/P and foot off brake, takes 1/2-1 second to move forward/engage. When Car is warm, no delay going from N/P to D/R. Dealer said this is normal...
May 2015 50000 mi	Front Strut leaking oil all over. Did not take to dealership as they'd only replace one & these should be replaced in pairs. LCD screen for radio going bad. Dealership said "bumper-to-bumper" 5 year warranty didn't cover. "Electrical only has 2 year warranty".
Oct 2017 75000 mi US $600	Driver side Auto up/down button spring broke. Requires entire door to be taken apart to replace all window/mirror control buttons since it's one piece. Part cost $200 Motor that controls Air re-circulation flap failed. Got stuck & made ticking noise. Recirculating air not working. Had to take dash apart to get to it. 2 hrs labor, $100 for part.

Kia Sorento in Indiana, United States Dec 2011 - Dec 2012
Mar 2012 21000 mi	Bad vibration at 70+ mph.
Jun 2012 24000 mi	Car pulls to the right consistantly
Oct 2012 29000 mi	Car would not always start. When parking car, shifter sometimes would not allow you to put it in park. Gas door open button does not always unlock the gas door.
Dec 2012 29000 mi	Car was traded in with gas door still sticking. Also had a right pull problem they could not fix.

Kia Sorento in North Carolina, United States May 2011 - Dec 2012
Dec 2011 36000 mi	Drivers side rear shock bushing failed. Needed to be replaced under warranty. Made horrible rattling sound. Rear view camera would intermittently go out. Camera was replaced. Brake sensor bad resulting in keyless ignition not working properly.

Kia Sorento in New York, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2018
May 2013 23400 mi	The steering wheel leather started to peel. They replaced entire steering wheel.
Jul 2014 35000 mi US $150	I went to an alignment shop after the front drivers tire showed uneven wear. The front tire camber was considerably off on both sides. There is no adjustment for camber on the Sorento. I was advised to buy a camber bolt kit. All great now
Nov 2014 39300 mi	The gear position sensor had malfunctioned causing the car to come out of gear when in reverse and go into neutral. The dealership was able to install a new KIA bracket on the transmission cable to prevent the issue from reoccuring.
Nov 2015 54000 mi	The rear viewing camera was working only intermittently.
Jan 2016 43000 mi	Driver side inside door handles replaced under warranty for peeling.
Jul 2017 75000 mi US $225	Changed drive belt
Jun 2018 91000 mi	The battery light turned on and the vehicle started to shake. I charged the battery at home (battery 6 months old) and used the vehicle for a day without issue. The vehicle stalled in my driveway and would not start (no battery charge). Charged battery again and went to dealer (extended warranty) who although had the alternator in stock, needed 6 hours to repair the vehicle. Apparently the A/C lines run in front of the alternator. The refrigerant must be evacuated, the A/C lines removed, alternator replaced, A/C lines reattached and the A/C system evacuated and recharged. This is a very expensive repair ($475 alternator and the rest for labor). Total repair was $1,100.

Kia Sorento in Ontario, Canada Aug 2010 - Sep 2015
Sep 2010 6200 mi	Slow engine oil leak (4-5 drops/day). Defect in silicon gasket application left too little or bubbled silicon at leak site that eventually broke down. Dealer mechanic re-caulked leak site with new silicon gasket material. No further leak.
Dec 2010 9300 mi C $70	Slow engine oil leak from September 2010 service reappeared(4-5 drops/day). Suspect defect in silicon gasket application. In for oil change - have to book a separate one day appointment for dealer to trace/fix oil leak problem.
Jul 2015 66220 mi C $100	Engine light comes on and off sporadically. Code P0200A (VVT Sensor). Dealer not able to solve problem in approx. 1 year. No performance issues - just the light. Many parts have been replaced. Light still comes on. Still trying to fix.

Kia Sorento in California, United States May 2011 - Apr 2018
Oct 2012 16000 mi	Intermittent starting issue with push button start. Bad break sensor was the problem.

Kia Sorento in Alberta, Canada Aug 2010 - Jul 2014
Oct 2010 2480 mi	Rear wiper motor was defective. Worked intermittantly. Replaced and is now working properly. Recall had previously replaced wiring harness on mood lighting. Door panels had been removed by not replaced correctly. Vibration in right rear door panel when audio system was playing music with a strong base beat.
Mar 2011 6820 mi	March 9th I noticed transmission fluid on driveway. Drove to dealership - close by. Transmission seal at torque converter leading. Ordered replacement unit from USA. Took exceptional length of time to arrive and be installed. NOT HAPPY
Jun 2012 24180 mi	Sirius Receiver suddenly quit working. All other components of the system - Navigation etc. continued to function. I tried several times to re-activate my Sirius but was finally told it was a problem with unit. Dealer replaced it. Now OK.
Aug 2013 42160 mi	While driving at approx 60 kmh, vehicle lost power, service engine light on. Engine stopped. Pulled over, engine restarted, vehicle into limp mode. Close by dealer. Problem - throttle body replaced. Since, fuel economy vastly improved.
Oct 2013 46160 mi	While in for normal service late Sept 2013, technician discovered a leak in drivers side front strut. Replaced under warranty. Also fuel filler door would not always open. Replaced under warranty. Fuel system flushed due to poor mileage.
Nov 2013 48360 mi	Drivers side rear door would not open from outside. Replacement parts ordered by dealer but not sufficient to fix problem. Had to return a second day to have repairs completed.
Dec 2013 50840 mi	Oil Leak from oil pressure sending unit. The dealership stated they just received a technical service bulletin to commence replacement of the units. They say if it hadn't have leaked, it would have been replaced at the next service.
Mar 2014 55800 mi	Drivers exterior door handle failed to function. New mechanism ordered and installed. This is the second occasion where an exterior door handle failed. Previously on the drivers side rear door.
Jun 2014 59520 mi	Keyfob inoperable. Transmitter failed. New unit ordered and replaced and programmed on warranty.

Kia Sorento in New York, United States May 2012 - Dec 2017
May 2012 12000 mi	replaced knock sensor replaced both front struts and bearing plates
Jun 2012 13000 mi	replaced throttle body, then had to flash computer. failed to correct the problem

Kia Sorento in Ontario, Canada Nov 2012 - Sep 2017
Sep 2012 19840 mi	replace bad brake switch
Jan 2013 24800 mi	replace rear camera. could not get it to start, towed, brake switch replaced.
Jan 2015 42180 mi	drive shaft replace
Sep 2015 60140 mi	replace the engine, had metal shavings inside

Kia Sorento in Pennsylvania, United States - Aug 2010
Aug 2010 2824 mi	roof vibrates when opening it car pulls to the right

Kia Sorento in Nova Scotia, Canada Oct 2010 - Jul 2018
Dec 2010 992 mi C $360	Replaced windshield due to stone chip that led to crack in windshield

Kia Sorento in Ohio, United States Jan 2018 - Aug 2020
Mar 2019 100000 mi US $200	Had to replace leaking/failing water pump. Common issue with Kia's >100k miles. Took me and my friend about 4+ hours to do it, and it was pretty difficult due to placement of the pump on the side of the engine bay.

Kia Sorento in Nova Scotia, Canada Sep 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2016 58900 mi C $441	All rear brake parts were replaced.
Apr 2017 69981 mi C $312	Replaced Battery
Apr 2018 89900 mi C $324	Ball Joint left front lower

Kia Sorento in Virginia, United States May 2010 - Dec 2012
Apr 2011 21000 mi	Rear shock replaced.
Oct 2011 31300 mi	Another rear shock replaced. I blame the lousy stiff shocks on the car. I read that about six months after production started, they switched to softer shocks.
Jan 2012 38000 mi	Left front tie bar end and rod also had to be replaced.

Kia Sorento in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2013 - Jan 2022
Jun 2013 32000 mi	Auto-dimming rear view mirror always dim. Technician noticed that I had a sticker on top of the light sensor and moved it. Problem fixed.
Oct 2015 59000 mi US $461	Intermittent starting problems. Battery tested and replaced Tech noticed rear pads at 3mm rotors cut and pads replaced
Dec 2016 76000 mi US $168	Serpentine belt worn Replaced
Jan 2017 78000 mi	ABS warning light came on while driving. Brought it in to be diagnosed. Dealer said that one wheel sensor was bad and the other was intermittent, but didn't have the parts in stock to repair, so no actual part replacement was done. After I got the car back, warning light went out and hasn't come back on since.
May 2019 111000 mi US $330	Front pads too thin Pads replaced
Sep 2019 115000 mi US $330	Rear pads thin pads replaced
Mar 2020 120254 mi US $161	Right front ball joint worn replaced ball joint
Jan 2021 123000 mi US $650	Transmission started shifting hard, then dashboard light came on and wouldn't shift into higher gears Tech replaced temperature sensor, checked trans fluid. Eventually found corrosion on electrical connectors that seemed to be the problem. Connectors cleaned and working find 1 year later.

Kia Sorento in New York, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2013
Aug 2013 34000 mi	Intermittently failing backup camera.

Kia Sorento in Manitoba, Canada Sep 2010 - Jun 2012
Dec 2010 1240 mi	Headlights kept fogging up internal to the housing, foam filter removed from vent, this fixed problem.

Kia Sorento in Indiana, United States Oct 2011 - Jan 2016
Jul 2015 75000 mi	Backup camera was not working (black screen). Quoted cost to replace ($380). Declined service.
Aug 2015 75700 mi	Replaced rearview camera again (was showing black screen).

Kia Sorento in Rhode Island, United States Dec 2010 - Oct 2013
Jun 2011 6000 mi	Air conditioning drain hose plug causing back fill into passenger compartment.
Apr 2012 19000 mi	The traffic display on the navagation systems stopped working. Dealer diagnosed and couldn't fix the problem. Car needs to go back in for further diagnostics.
May 2012 20300 mi	From a forum learned of a rest for the nav system, by sticking a pin in a tiny hole in the upper right corner of the unit. Dealer didn't have a clue. Happened a few more times, fixed with a reset each time.

Kia Sorento in Colorado, United States Dec 2010 - Nov 2015
Sep 2012 11000 mi	Safety switch preventing putting car in/out of park Also one rear tail light
Oct 2014 29000 mi	Oil leak, Dealer resealed Oil pan, coveredrnunder warranty

Kia Sorento in North Carolina, United States Dec 2010 - Mar 2016
Sep 2012 32000 mi	Radio/GPS module failed.

Kia Sorento in Michigan, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2011
Apr 2011 30000 mi	Problems with vehicle when returned, cannot discuss.

Kia Sorento in Arizona, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2022
Apr 2013 33500 mi	Engine oil leak. Leak was repaired by replacing gasket. Work completed by Dealer under warranty.
Sep 2016 71000 mi US $300	The stereo began shorting out about 70,000 miles. First the CD player started acting up then the entire system. For a short time I was worried that it was the fuse block itself. Just the stereo. Going to upgrade the head unit.
Jan 2018 85000 mi US $15	Replaced low beam halogen bulb.

Kia Sorento in New Jersey, United States Nov 2010 - Mar 2016
Dec 2010 7000 mi	Vibration detectable when driving. More noticeable at higher speeds. Shop said they could not feel it, but balanced the tires as "most likely cause". Still detectable. No difference from tire balancing. Will return and drive with tech.
Feb 2011 10300 mi	Dealer replaced driveshaft.
Dec 2015 157000 mi US $750	L and R sway bar links replaced

Kia Sorento in Connecticut, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2013
Jun 2012 36000 mi	dvd wasn't working

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Kia Sorento in Arizona, United States Feb 2010 - Apr 2011
Apr 2011 13000 mi	The satellite radio sometimes switched bands due to a controller malfunction. A faulty fitting on the driveshaft had to be replaced.

Kia Sorento in Oklahoma, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012 11000 mi	Car would not start. Start stop button would not start the car. Was in the shop twice for this problem. Ran tests and tightened some connections.

Kia Sorento in Texas, United States Oct 2012 - Jun 2018
Feb 2013 18000 mi	battery replaced
Jun 2016 42000 mi	A small part caused the transmission to lurch when cold. Took a day to get the part. Replacement fixed the lurch. covered under drivetrain warranty.

Kia Sorento in Idaho, United States Feb 2011 - Dec 2012
May 2011 6000 mi	Engine oil leak. Dripping from filter. I thought it was a filter mount problem. They said engine cover leaking. Repaired. Still leaking.
Dec 2012 16000 mi	Engine cover still leaking oil when traded.

Kia Sorento in Michigan, United States Dec 2013 - Aug 2019
Mar 2015 49000 mi US $300	R&R stabilizer links
Jun 2017 78000 mi US $900	Both front ball joints worn out and replaced one control arm that was worn.
Aug 2017 83000 mi US $325	Replace rotors, pads and caliper boots Replace parking brake cable

Kia Sorento in California, United States Oct 2010 - May 2020
Oct 2012 15300 mi	Engine would not start. Dealer replaced the brake sensor. Rear view camera gives distorted image when very hot.
Jun 2013 22000 mi	Door for the gas cap would not open. They added a part. Works fine now. Also had a recall on drivers window. Fixed that also.

Kia Sorento in New York, United States Jan 2021 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022 144000 mi	Replace clock spring under warranty.

Kia Sorento in Florida, United States Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
Apr 2018 79000 mi US $100	Had to have a break kit put on it and struts replaced leaking right side had both replaced. Under warranty.

Kia Sorento in Florida, United States Nov 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2016 58000 mi US $440	Many of the lights on the dash lit up, suggesting ABS, brake, ESC and DBC problems. Problem repaired by replacing rear hub assembly. Dealer wanted $600, my local shop did it for $440.

Kia Sorento in New Jersey, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 33000 mi	When you start driving car start vibrating.

Kia Sorento in New Jersey, United States Aug 2010 - Oct 2011
Dec 2010 13000 mi	Noisy right front suspension
Mar 2011 19000 mi	Replaced front struts

Kia Sorento in Ohio, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2022
Jan 2014	Brake light switch was going bad. Shift lock located in the center console by the gear shift was starting to make an audible clicking noise.
Dec 2015 67000 mi US $84	Driver's side rear door lock would not unlock the exterior handle. Interior handle functioned fine to open door.
Jan 2017 41700 mi US $35	Front, lower ball joints were worn and had excessive play.
Dec 2021 128000 mi US $150	Top strut mount was becoming very noisy, clunking on bumps and bearing starting to make noise when turning the wheel.

Kia Sorento in California, United States Mar 2010 - Oct 2013
May 2011 20500 mi	car towed b/c intermediate transmission output shaft failed two days after I received a recall notice for it
Jan 2012 17700 mi	Push/Start button became inoperative. Switch connected to brake pedal was replaced to fix problem.
Jan 2013 36500 mi	After three trips in which they couldn't replicate a loss of power problem or pull any codes, they replaced the ignition coil pack and electronic throttle body.
Mar 2013 44800 mi	Replace gas pedal, ECU; didn't fix problem, so replaced brake lamps. very odd. Then said the throttle body has a known problem with armature, and replaced it. Then sent factory tech, replaced harness. I inquire what was done to deal w/ nav system freezing on boot up, and am told it isn’t doing it for them, i.e. nothing has been done, even though they’ve seen it happen when I was at dealership and picking up car.
Oct 2013 67000 mi	Problem returned in September. Engine would cut out unexpectedly for a second or two, idiot lights would flicker, engine would usually come back quickly, but sudden deceleration was unnerving. Traded car. Nav issues never fixed. Voice recognition also got much worse after they updated the map software.

Kia Sorento in New York, United States Jul 2011 - Nov 2012
Aug 2011 1000 mi	Engine overheated resulting in coolant overflow. Towed to dealer. In repair for 1 week -found coolant in engine oil. Flushed 3 times, all hoses replaced & new thermostat placed.
Nov 2011 3200 mi	Went to dealer for routine oil change--tech found anti-freeze in the oil again. They checked head gasket-concluded no problem. Ordered Anti freeze/oil filter and installed.Dealer not sure the problem will reoccur.

Kia Sorento in California, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2018
Aug 2011 3000 mi	Installed shielding to prevent debris from damaging front springs.
Sep 2012 13000 mi	Transmission could not be put in park or engine started after stopping in a parking spot. Brake light switch was replaced.
Jun 2018 83000 mi US $490	Ignition switch (key tumbler)

Kia Sorento in New York, United States Jul 2011 - Dec 2013
Aug 2011 26000 mi	Problem was caused by faulty mfg heat treatment process on the drive splines that broke. The drive axel half shaft and transmission were both repaired.
Sep 2011 29000 mi	Check engine light on & read, parts ordered for emissions.

Kia Sorento in Indiana, United States May 2011 - Oct 2020
Jul 2012 26000 mi	Could not put the car in gear. It was found to be a faulty brake switch, preventing the the system from releasing from Park.
Aug 2013 37000 mi	Replace Brake switch

Kia Sorento in Michigan, United States May 2011 - Nov 2014
Oct 2011 22000 mi	An attachment broke on the drivers seat side panel with seat controls. Dealer ordered new panel last week and installed it in about 10 minutes today. Said it was the 6th or 7th they'd done, mostly on Sedonas. Very good job!
Jun 2013 58000 mi	Replaced driver's seat trim panel, the one with the seat controls, for the second time. This part is not engineered strong enough to handle heavy drivers.

Kia Sorento in Nebraska, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2013
Sep 2011 5000 mi	Transmission would unexpectedly slam in to 4th with a loud bang. Car would have to be restarted to get out of 4th. Dealer updated TCM and PCM (computers).

Kia Sorento in New York, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010 3000 mi US $10	Inspect suspension for cause of knock, thump, on bumps. Dealer can't duplicate problem even though I am telling them the dust covers on shocks are floating on bumps and hitting top housing. Inspect suspension for cause of knock, thump, on bumps. Dealer can't duplicate problem even though I am telling them the dust covers on shocks are floating on bumps and hitting top housing.

Kia Sorento in Ohio, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2018
Aug 2014 30000 mi	driver cloth seat tore apart. dealer said its not under warranty than after haggling relented and agreed to replace cloth.
Mar 2016 46000 mi US $300	ball joints were replaced
Dec 2017 77000 mi	replaced brakes

Kia Sorento in Florida, United States May 2010 - Mar 2014
Oct 2010 5000 mi	the wiring harness was replaced after coming loose while driving. It felt like the transmission fell out of the car. Since the repair was done there is no problem with that aspect of the vehicle but, the front struts are still making noise
Feb 2011 10000 mi	All of the A/C vent controls on the vents themselves came apart and fell into the a/c duct work. The dealer doesn't know why this happened but, it looks to be a manufacturing defect. All four a/c vents had to be replaced in the vehicle.
Aug 2012 47700 mi	The steering wheel covering separated from the steel frame resulting in loss of a firm grip and ability to have full control of the steering wheel on all areas of the steering wheel itself.
Jan 2013 58000 mi	The auto power window switch broke and I took it to the dealer for repair. Part were ordered and I am waiting to have the part installed. A/C vents were fix again as the control arm broke off of the vents a second time.
Feb 2013 59700 mi	After experiencing a forward hestitation/lunge between 27ph and 35mph on downshifts over the past few weeks, I took my vehicle to the dealer. I was told that the transmission was defective and they replaced it. oil pan gasket was leaking. The dealer changed the oil pan gasket and oil. The stabilizer bar was making a noise. After much research it was determined that the left CV joint also needed replacement as the clip was making a crunching noise inside of the unit.Both parts were replaced.
Feb 2014 82000 mi US $300	the transmission cooler lines had to be replaced as they were leaking coolant.

Kia Sorento in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2010 - Mar 2013
Jul 2012 36000 mi	Fuel access door would not open. Needed slight adjustment.
Feb 2013 42000 mi	brake light switch was erratic which caused difficulties getting in and out of park.

Kia Sorento in Nova Scotia, Canada May 2011 - Jun 2022
Jun 2013 35340 mi	Vehicle wouldn't allow movement out of Drive unless vehicle was shut off. Turns out it was related to recall on brake control sensor control. Vehicle was repaired free within half hour. No problems since.
Nov 2013 44020 mi	Middle passenger overhead light stopped working. Diagnosed as a short in light unit. Entire light unit was replaced under warranty.
Jun 2014 48980 mi	Replaced Front Bushings as they were cracked
Dec 2015 71920 mi C $450	replaced drivers-side ball joint rear brake pads and calipers replaced
Jun 2016 84940 mi C $80	Rattle in passenger side front. Was worn away at connector. Was replaced, all good now.
Feb 2017 96720 mi C $775	Front strut bearings were rough and binding. Replaced. Front CV boots were cracked and leaking grease. Replaced boots.
Feb 2018 109120 mi C $1300	Steering whining noise detected, was leaking steering fluid. Determined it was a leak in the steering rack. Replaced rack with KIA OEM part (was actually cheaper than non-OEM option) and did front end wheel alignment.
May 2018 112840 mi C $560	banging in front passenger side when hitting bumps. Replaced front passenger side strut, mount and wheel bearing
Jun 2018 113925 mi C $700	replaced rear brake pads and rotors Right front axle boot torn, axle grinding and had excessive play
Jun 2022 167400 mi C $2300	replaced 2 wheel bearings. also replaced worn back brake pads

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Kia Sorento in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2022
Aug 2011 2000 mi	Update computer.
Jun 2012 6000 mi	rear brake calipers leak
Sep 2012 9000 mi	Push start quit working. Had to have car towed to dealer. Brake switch replaced.

Kia Sorento in New York, United States Apr 2015 - Jan 2022
Aug 2017 96000 mi US $200	Changed shocks, could hear that one had failed.

Kia Sorento in Ohio, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2017
Mar 2011 2000 mi	Creaky noise from front center console (around gear shifter). Added a spacer around a fastener under console. Cargo net clip broke under light force during extremely cold weather. Dealer ordered, will install later.
Oct 2011 11000 mi	TSB fix on suspension cover paint defect, body shop fixed
Sep 2017 120000 mi US $30	Sticky caliper. Replaced pads and unstuck caliper.

Kia Sorento in Massachusetts, United States May 2011 - May 2015
Jul 2013 31700 mi	Clunk and lurch in reverse, engine light on. Dealer unable to replicate, no code in recent history. Dealer reset adaptive driving history.

Kia Sorento in New Jersey, United States Aug 2011 - Sep 2012
Sep 2011 12000 mi	Bad design in right front strut. Since been redesigned. Old design bangs over rough roads.

Kia Sorento in Maryland, United States Jul 2010 - Oct 2012
Jan 2011 11000 mi	Brake became "spongy." Mechanic diagnosed air in line and bled brakes. OK after that.
Oct 2012 29000 mi	water drain clogged

Kia Sorento in Alaska, United States Feb 2010 - Sep 2013
Jul 2010 3000 mi	replaced all light bulbs on the rear of the car due to some TSB
Dec 2010 5000 mi	Purge sensor control valve went bad. Ordered new part for replacement to be installed next week under warranty. Purge sensor control valve installed
Feb 2011 5000 mi	check engine light came on and I was told they had to reset the computer according to a TSB that the manufacturer issued.
May 2013 18000 mi	windshield wiper on the back hatch was making a loud noise when turned on.

Kia Sorento in Maryland, United States Jul 2010 - Dec 2017
Jan 2014 54000 mi US $550	Wheel speed sensor failed, but there was conflicting evidence of cause; local shop took care of problem. It was pricey, but I don't think dealer would have been better, probably worse. This caused multiple warning lights.
Jul 2014 74200 mi US $115	Valve stem broke and had to be replaced. Since it doubles as a tire pressure sensor and has to be programmed after installation, it's a little pricey.

Kia Sorento in Ontario, Canada Dec 2010 - Mar 2014
Mar 2011 9920 mi	Small oil leak. Dealer repaired under warranty
Sep 2011 15500 mi	Whining noise caused by abnormal wear on tensioner pulley assembly. Replaced by shop Beige Seats became noticeable dirty despite cleaning. Shop cover under extended upholstery warranty A/C compressor became notably noisy. Sounded like a diesel truck
Jun 2013 58280 mi	Strut Bearing Rotted and Rusted by fatigue. Replaced Stut Bearings
Jul 2013 59280 mi	Steering Audio controls glitch. When turning wheel talk button is engaged sometimes. Hang up does not work. Volume up becomes next. Random occurrences, no pattern
Nov 2013 64880 mi	Rear Window tape cracked and bubbled
Dec 2013 66960 mi	Rear Window tape cracked and bubbled

Kia Sorento in Quebec, Canada May 2012 - Jun 2012
Jun 2012 27900 mi	Shifting weird and bucking, delayed upshift in lower gears, too long to downshift normally. Felt like it had slip after awhile

Kia Sorento in Indiana, United States Aug 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 65000 mi US $345	Driver's side motor failed and was stuck in half open position

Kia Sorento in Missouri, United States Mar 2012 - Mar 2014
Jan 2012 12000 mi US $200	Replaced keyless start brake relay switch
Jan 2013 22000 mi US $100	Replace keyless start brake relay switch
May 2013 25400 mi	Replaced power window switch
Jul 2013 28000 mi	Back up camera. Only works intermittently.
Sep 2013 29000 mi	Replaced backup camera. Also replaced battery at 29000 miles. Car less than three yrs old

Kia Sorento in Washington, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 9000 mi	Engine leaking oil, problem seems to be finally identified, waiting to get pieces next week for repair

Kia Sorento in Maine, United States Feb 2010 - Sep 2012
Nov 2010 10500 mi	drivers window quit half up, half down. Dealer diagnosed bad regulator, ordered part 1-1/2 weeks ago. Replaced today.

Kia Sorento in Kansas, United States Oct 2010 - Mar 2013
Nov 2010 3000 mi	Head lights where not bright, recall on lights, problem solved Car was pulling to the right, was told not a problem but still pulls right.
Jan 2012 15000 mi	Brake switch went bad car would not start had to tow to dealership for repair, took about 4 hrs
Jan 2013 7500 mi	Brake switch went bad again

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Kia Sorento in Alberta, Canada Feb 2011 - Sep 2017
Jan 2012 10460 mi	Auto lights were staying on constantly during daylight hours. Dealer replaced light sensor to address issue however issue has not been corrected i.e. this work did not solve the problem.
Jan 2013 6160 mi	Auto Light electrical module replaced.

Kia Sorento in South Dakota, United States Jan 2010 - Oct 2012
Feb 2010 1000 mi	Replaced manual transmission. Started to grind after 125 miles. Not sure what broke, the dealer pulled it out and sent it back to Kia so they could see what broke.
May 2010 5100 mi US $20	The oil pan was leaking.

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Kia Sorento in Illinois, United States Oct 2020 - Jul 2022
Oct 2021 147000 mi US $400	Replacement of both lower front ball joints.
Jul 2022 154000 mi US $950	Replaced both struts

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Kia Sorento in Utah, United States Jan 2012 - Dec 2013
Aug 2012 35100 mi	The ECO chip went out
Dec 2012 43000 mi	Eco chip was bad, replaced.

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