2008 Kia Sorento Kia Sorento 2008

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2008 Kia Sorento repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (41%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (2%)

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2008 Kia Sorento

Engine not specified

70000 mi

US $2000
Transmission went out at 64,000 miles. Car would not go forward nor in reverse. Had to replace transmission. 

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2008 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

turbocharged 168hp 2.5L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

80600 mi

$150
Front propeller shaft 2 x U joints 
19000 mi Rear Differential replaced under warranty. 

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2008 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

60000 mi Humming Noise was being heard coming from the rear of SUV. Rear Differential Assembly needs to be replaced. Rear Differential Repair Dealer quoted 1850.00 N Metro Atlanta. Pricing other. 

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2008 Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

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