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2004 Kia Sorento repairs by problem area
Engine (54%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (8%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (9%)
Chart based on 65 repairs.
2004 Kia Sorento repair cost distribution
$2500+ (12%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (12%)
$100 - $499 (35%)
< $100 (37%)
Chart based on 52 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Kia Sorento
Engine not specified
| Kia Sorento in Minnesota, United States Nov 2014 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Jan 2015 | The infamous crankshaft bolt failure. A repair was attempted but was unsuccessful. The cost was covered by the shop as a blessing. The shop won't take accountability, but I believe the previous repair/re-installation of the crankshaft bolt and associated parts was done improperly. The timing belt failed causing the interference engine to seize... turning it into junk!!! | ||
2004 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed manual RWD
| Kia Sorento in Georgia, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Dec 201190000 miUS $100 | replaced the y fitting that sits in the back of the engine. It runs from the coolant reserve then spits to the rear of the engine and the firewall. When the y adapter breaks you must replace all three hoses. y fitting and coolant replaced | ||
2004 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Kia Sorento in Colorado, United States Apr 2014 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Aug 2014140000 mi | rear wiper ran even with car off, had to disconnect a wire to make it stop. never repaired. | ||
| Kia Sorento in North Carolina, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 200974000 miUS $90 | 4 wheel drive kept trying to engage during transit. Couldn't afford new chip. Had them disconnect fuse to 4x4. Now a two wheel rear drive. | ||
| May 201080000 miUS $500 | New transfer case | ||
| Jun 201081000 miUS $500 | Front Wheel Bearings | ||
| Aug 201082000 miUS $32 | Installed new overflow reservoir | ||
| Kia Sorento in Louisiana, United States Aug 2011 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Oct 2011102000 miUS $268 | Complete belt change out. | ||
| Kia Sorento in Northern Territory, Australia Oct 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Nov 200977500 miA $400 | power steering fails to "power" | ||
| Dec 200979360 mi | Clutch pedal gets very low - enagagement point inconsistent - like fade. | ||
| Apr 201085240 miA $250 | Heater hose fitting into block failed (plastic! - perished) requiring replacement at my cost as the veh is out of warranty. Took 3 days for Kia to provide the part to my repairer. | ||
2004 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
192-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| Kia Sorento in Georgia, United States Dec 2010 - Nov 2011 | |||
| Oct 201189000 mi | engine is stalling (2X) within driving a mile after cold start. Could not restart for at least an hour. Dealer says they can not duplicate problem and vehicle checks out ok. Left dealer and it almost stalled. | ||
| Nov 201189000 miUS $541 | took vehicle to mechanic and they replaced the crankshaft position sensor | ||
| Kia Sorento in Florida, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 2010166000 miUS $50 | Burning smell coming from engine compartment. Seemed as though coolant smell was also evident. Found burning insulation near exhaust manifold. | ||
| Kia Sorento in California, United States Mar 2011 - Jul 2011 | |||
| May 201182800 miUS $3000 | ICV recall...butterfly screw came loose and damaged the number 6 valves and piston head. Had to take engine apart to find out about the recall. Had head resurfaced, new gaskets, new ICV and put back together. After ICV was replaced, the engine was in safe mode and chewed up 1/4 tank of gas for 60 miles. We were told that all 3 cat converters were toast. $1600 thru shop, quoted $4000+ thru dealer. Should be done 4 more business days. | ||
| Jul 201192000 miUS $400 | Timing was off and shop replaced belt and fixed it. A day later it went back into the shop because the passenger side head gasket is blown. | ||
| Kia Sorento in Ghana Nov 2010 - Sep 2011 | |||
| Jul 201150520 mi | Front shocks replaced. | ||
| Kia Sorento in Florida, United States Aug 2009 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Sep 2011121000 miUS $360 | Had to replace radiator. | ||
2004 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
192-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Kia Sorento in California, United States May 2010 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Sep 2012127000 miUS $400 | a hose keeps failing out or not staying | ||
| Dec 2012127000 mi | engine blew up | ||
| Kia Sorento in Idaho, United States Nov 2011 - Mar 2012 | |||
| Feb 201268900 miUS $90 | the fuse for the fuel pump burned out and was replaced | ||
| Kia Sorento in Connecticut, United States Sep 2011 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Sep 201174000 miUS $386 | steering rack was replaced leaking y pipe was cracked | ||
| Oct 201173500 miUS $100 | seat belt sensor bad will need a new set of belts dash light stays on. have not had work done yet, too expensive. seat belt sensor bad will need a new set of belts dash light stays on. have not had work done yet. | ||
| Dec 201175000 mi | steering rack replaced, $100 diagnostic and $100 deductible evac system interior light sensor shot. | ||
| Jan 201275800 miUS $250 | water pump; also replaced all belts and hoses since most of labor already paid for | ||
2004 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
192-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Kia Sorento in Alabama, United States Mar 2012 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Apr 201288300 miUS $1000 | Car very difficult to start. Just had the dealer replace all three coils and tune up. Cost over $1,000 incl tax. Now starting problem after tune up. Dealet wants $80 to even check the car out. | ||
| May 201288600 miUS $4500 | Coolant overflow canister cracked again. Just replaced a year ago by Kia dealer. | ||
| Kia Sorento in California, United States Jul 2009 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Jan 200950000 mi | Power steering hose replaced, leaking. | ||
| Jun 201073000 mi | Adjusted liftgate latch to eliminate rattle over bumps. The rear passenger door weather seal had to be re-glued to the body. | ||
| Oct 201185500 miUS $100 | heater hose leak | ||
| Aug 2013109300 miUS $500 | Radiator tank split Pass side ball joint loose, made creaking sounds. replaced ball joint. | ||
| Dec 2013111000 mi | A/C Compressor has failed. | ||
| Dec 2014116000 mi | Vibration from drivetrain at 68 to 70 MPH. It felt like it may be expensive to fix but that is just a guess. I sold it "as is". A/C compressor never replaced. | ||
| Kia Sorento in British Columbia, Canada May 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 201046500 miC $800 | RH outer CV Joint Bearings shot. They could not get it apart, b/c of rust in outer spline. Had RF Drivetrain replaced. used. I took old unit home and inspected. found no sign of attempt to dissassemble with a little heat I got it apart. | ||
| Kia Sorento in Louisiana, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Aug 200990000 miUS $45 | There was a leak in the coolant plastic reservoir. Replaced with a better factory replacement. | ||
| Kia Sorento in South Australia, Australia Dec 2011 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Jan 2012148600 mi | Butterfly screw came loose and damaged head, valves and pistons. Still waiting for decision from AWN insurance, will need to ask about KIA recall. Only had the car for 2 months | ||
| Feb 2012112260 miA $1865 | Used car dealer paid 4000 for replacement 2nd hand engine and I paid the rest | ||
| Feb 2014148780 miA $4800 | Big end bearing. Replaced engine with reconditioned one | ||
| Sep 2014153760 miA $400 | Front right wheel bearing | ||
| Feb 2015155900 miA $3020 | Harmonic balancer bolt came loose number of items damaged, three ignition coils and all leads replaced. | ||
| Kia Sorento in Ontario, Canada Nov 2009 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Dec 200978120 miC $325 | replace external transmission hose/line. | ||
| Mar 201081220 miC $370 | replaced coolant reservoir (cracked) | ||
| Apr 201190520 miC $350 | rusted brake lines | ||
| May 201190520 mi | Lots of rust. Also looked like repairs for regular maintenance (timing belt, differential and transmission fluid changes) as well as a feeling that the drive train will need work resulted in costs that would exceed the value of the vehicle. | ||
| Kia Sorento in South Africa Oct 2011 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Nov 2011120280 miR 1000 | Replaced Clutch Slave Cylinder | ||
| Mar 2014134540 miR 22000 | Repair injectors and wiring harness Engine big end bearing failure | ||
| Feb 2015143080 miR 26000 | Crankshaft broke on no 2 Big end journal due to improper machining on the previous repair. Engine was rebuilt, and the crankshaft replaced. | ||
| Kia Sorento in New York, United States Jan 2011 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Mar 201183000 miUS $377 | replaceed y pipe and gaskets | ||
| Apr 201185674 miUS $100 | fuel tank leaked and sending unit rusted Replaced fuel tank and fuel sending unit | ||
| Apr 2012125700 miUS $50 | Replace left wheel bearing | ||
| Feb 2013146500 miUS $50 | Front exhaust y pipe flex section removed and replaced. | ||
| Mar 2013148000 miUS $450 | replaced upper left control arm, bad ball joint, replace front struts and rear shocks | ||
2003.5 Kia Sorento
Engine not specified
| Kia in Great Britain Dec 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Nov 2012119000 mi£75 | Handbrake cable snapped, was not cheap for the link cable either! | ||
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