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2011 Kia Sorento Problems and Repair Histories

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2011 Kia Sorento

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Kia Sorento in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 1000   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 1000 0 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 3300 0 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. 
Nov 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 23000   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 26000 0 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 0 Check engine light on & read, parts ordered for emissions. 

 

Kia Sorento in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 4000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 5000 0 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 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 2000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 3000 0 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 KIA says this was due to outdated software.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. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Kia Sorento in Finland
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 12400 0 The audio system speaker resonated when playing loud with bass(premium audio). The right back speaker was replaced. Now OK. 
Dec 2012 24800   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

Kia Sorento in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2011 2000   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 8000 0 Center console squeak 
Apr 2012 10000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 21000 0 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. 
Mar 2013 25000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 29000 0 Shifter system requires replacement 
Aug 2012 29500 0 Replaced shifter 
Mar 2013 35000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 13000 0 Rear left bushing was failing and making clunking sound. Dealer replaced due to safety concerns. 
Mar 2013 18000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Utah, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 23000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 36000 0 The ECO chip went out 
Dec 2012 43000 0 Eco chip was bad, replaced. 

 

Kia Sorento in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2011 24000   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 39000 0 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. 
Mar 2013 54000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 36000   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 39300 0 Light on Shifter housing out. Was disconnected somehow. Also recall on struts...they replaced all struts. 
Jul 2012 43000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 6500 0 CEL Code P2422 Evap System Valve stuck closed. Replaced 31430-0W000 Valce- Canister Close. Cleared code. CEL Code P2422 Evap System Valve stuck closed. Used compressed air on a hose, cleared code 
Jan 2011 8000 0 AC blower not working with remote starter. Dealer stated no problem, it shouldn't. Owner replaced fuses in Remote Start module. 
Dec 2012 38000 0 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 41300 0 Air bag light on 
Mar 2013 43000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 3000 0 sunroof needing oiling. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 3000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 33000 0 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. 

 

Kia Sorento in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 10000 0 Defective brake interlock switch causes pushbutton start to act intermittent 
Nov 2011 10000 0 Defective brake interlock switch causes pushbutton start to act intermittent 
Jun 2012 13000 0 Dead Battery. Replaced by dealer at no cost to me. 
Mar 2013 17000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 15000 0 Arizon heat killed the factory battery prior to warranty expiration. 
Jan 2013 17000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2013 18000   First odometer entry
Apr 2013 18000 0 intermittent refuse to start, dealer replaced brake switch 

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 2000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 3000 0 Recall to replace accessory ambient lighting wiring harness. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

Kia Sorento in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 7000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 21000 0 Rear shock replaced. 
Oct 2011 32000 0 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 0 Left front tie bar end and rod also had to be replaced. 
Dec 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2012 12000   First odometer entry
May 2012 12000 0 replaced knock sensor replaced both front struts and bearing plates 
Jun 2012 13000 0 replaced throttle body, then had to flash computer. failed to correct the problem 
Mar 2013 18000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 17000   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 21000 0 Bad vibration at 70+ mph. 
Jun 2012 24000 0 Car pulls to the right consistantly 
Oct 2012 29000 0 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. 

 

Kia Sorento in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 32000 0 Radio/GPS module failed. 
Mar 2013 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 17000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 30000 0 Problems with vehicle when returned, cannot discuss. 

 

Kia Sorento in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 0 roof vibrates when opening it car pulls to the right 

 

Kia Sorento in Nova Scotia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 360 Replaced windshield due to stone chip that led to crack in windshield 
Oct 2011 11160   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2012 0 replace bad brake switch 
Jan 2013 24800 0 replace rear camera. could not get it to start, towed, brake switch replaced. 
Apr 2013 28520   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 28000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 36000 0 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. 
Dec 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 11000 0 Safety switch preventing putting car in/out of park Also one rear tail light 
Jan 2013 18000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 16000 0 Intermittent starting issue with push button start. Bad break sensor was the problem. 

 

Kia Sorento in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 17000   First odometer entry
Jun 2012 36000 0 dvd wasn't working 
Mar 2013 47000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 21000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 22700 0 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... 
Mar 2013 30000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 1000 0 Replaced broken sunroof glass. 

 

Kia Sorento in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 4960   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 6200 0 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 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. 
Apr 2011 13640   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 5000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 7000 0 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 10000 0 Dealer replaced driveshaft. 
Mar 2013 74000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in West Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 2000   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 27500 0 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. 
Oct 2012 65000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Rhode Island, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 6000 0 Air conditioning drain hose plug causing back fill into passenger compartment. 
Apr 2012 19000 0 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. 
Mar 2013 34000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Manitoba, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 1240 0 Headlights kept fogging up internal to the housing, foam filter removed from vent, this fixed problem. 
Jun 2012 19220   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 1240   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 2480 0 Rear wiper motor was defective. Worked intermittantly. Replaced and is now working properly. 
Mar 2011 6820 0 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 0 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. 
Mar 2013 34720   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

Kia Sorento in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 13000 0 The satellite radio sometimes switched bands due to a controller malfunction. A faulty fitting on the driveshaft had to be replaced. 

 

Kia Sorento in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 36000 0 Fuel access door would not open. Needed slight adjustment. 
Feb 2013 42000 0 brake light switch was erratic which caused difficulties getting in and out of park. 
Mar 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 15700 0 Engine would not start. Dealer replaced the brake sensor.  Rear view camera gives distorted image when very hot. 
Dec 2012 17000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 13000 0 Noisy right front suspension 
Mar 2011 19000 0 Replaced front struts 
Oct 2011 24000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Idaho, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 5000   First odometer entry
May 2011 6000 0 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 0 Engine cover still leaking oil when traded. 

 

Kia Sorento in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 7000   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 26000 0 Could not put the car in gear. It was found to be a faulty brake switch, preventing the the system from releasing from Park. 
Mar 2013 31000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 1000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 34300 0 Push/Start button became inoperative. Switch connected to brake pedal was replaced to fix problem. 
Jun 2012 42000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 5000 0 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 0 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 47500 0 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 0 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 59500 0 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. 
Mar 2013 61000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Nebraska, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 5000 0 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). 
Mar 2013 24000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 8000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 22000 0 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! 
Mar 2013 52000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 3000 0 Installed shielding to prevent debris from damaging front springs. 
Sep 2012 13000 0 Transmission could not be put in park or engine started after stopping in a parking spot. Brake light switch was replaced. 
Mar 2013 21000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 1000   First odometer entry
May 2010 2500 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. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2012 33000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 33000 0 When you start driving car start vibrating. 

 

Kia Sorento in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 11000 0 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. 

 

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2011 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

Kia Sorento in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 200 Replaced keyless start brake relay switch 
Jan 2013 100 Replace keyless start brake relay switch 
Mar 2013 24000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Maine, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 0   First odometer entry
May 2010 4000 0 Made appointment for oil change, tire rotation. Dealer did TSBs including computer reflash, light bulb changeout. Washed car and cleaned interior. No charge for anything. 
Nov 2010 10500 0 drivers window quit half up, half down. Dealer diagnosed bad regulator, ordered part 1-1/2 weeks ago. Replaced today. 
Sep 2012 33000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Kansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 3000   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 3000 0 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 0 Brake switch went bad car would not start had to tow to dealership for repair, took about 4 hrs 
Jan 2013 24300 0 Brake switch went bad again 
Mar 2013 25000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Alaska, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 3000 0 replaced all light bulbs on the rear of the car due to some TSB 
Dec 2010 5000 0 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 0 check engine light came on and I was told they had to reset the computer according to a TSB that the manufacturer issued. 
Mar 2013 16000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 2000 0 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 0 TSB fix on suspension cover paint defect, body shop fixed 

 

Kia Sorento in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 3000   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 11000 0 Brake became "spongy." Mechanic diagnosed air in line and bled brakes. OK after that. 
Oct 2012 29000 0 water drain clogged 

 

Kia Sorento in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2011 12000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 12000 0 Bad design in right front strut. Since been redesigned. Old design bangs over rough roads. 
Sep 2012 23000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 2000 0 Update computer. 
Jun 2012 6000 0 rear brake calipers leak 
Sep 2012 9000 0 Push start quit working. Had to have car towed to dealer. Brake switch replaced. 
Mar 2013 14000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2012 9000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 9000 0 Engine leaking oil, problem seems to be finally identified, waiting to get pieces next week for repair 

 

Kia Sorento in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2012 27900   First odometer entry
Jun 2012 27900 0 Shifting weird and bucking, delayed upshift in lower gears, too long to downshift normally. Felt like it had slip after awhile 

 

Kia Sorento in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 7440   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 9920 0 Small oil leak. Dealer repaired under warranty 
Sep 2011 15500 0 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 
Mar 2012 31000 500 Back break rotors were scored do to wear. Required sanding and shoe replacement 
Dec 2012 48980   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Kia Sorento in South Dakota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 0 Replaced transmission 
May 2010 5300 20 The oil pan was leaking. 
Mar 2011 25000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 5360 0 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 11560 0 Auto Light electrical module replaced. 
Mar 2013 12400   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Kia Sorento in Nova Scotia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 13020   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 13020 60 Squealing at low speeds. Dealer indicated that brake pad debris was caught in the brakes. Repaired. 

 

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