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2013 Kia Sorento repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (10%)

Chart based on 63 repairs.
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2013 Kia Sorento engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (10%)

< $100 (90%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

37000 mi Check engine light. Diagnosed 'Intake slid valve failure'. Dealer replaced. 

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2013 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

22000 mi Car would shut off when idling at a stop with the AC running, the idle had to be adjusted. 
5000 mi Replaced idler pulley and water pump. 

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2013 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

191-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

45880 mi 2 bearings rotated in bearing journals. new engine installed 
57000 mi Valve cover had been seeping oil for years. Dealer relaxed it for free under warranty. 
45200 mi Chk engine light on for emissions leak. Leak couldnt be found. 

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2013 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

191-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

125000 mi

US $300
known problem with Sorento engine. thrown rod. engine was totaled. Kia replaced at no cost even though it was out of warranty. Starter motor was also shot, I paid for that to be replaced. 
25000 mi Engine vibrated at idle while a/c running. ECUADOR was updated. 

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2013 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

35000 mi car would lose power while driving then be ok for a little and do it again. next day hard start and check engine light came on. replaced fuel pump. 
112 mi Kia replacing entire Engine under warranty due to excessive oil usage 2+ quarts in 1000 mi 

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2013 Kia Sorento Engine Problems

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