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%)

Chart based on 49 repairs.
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2008 Kia Sorento engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (64%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

10000 mi Cruise control wouldn't stay engaged. Software update under warranty. 
19300 mi While car was in was advised of a service campaign to update ECU for turbo speed control. Wasn't aware of anything from driving the car. 
47620 mi Oil leak from intercooler pipe 

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2008 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

101060 mi Asked for quote on turbo, injectors and head gasket. Was not be able to give a quote. Not the best mechanics here in Spain 
30000 mi Noticed no turbo power on pulling away. Dealer checked it out and replaced primary fuel pump and fuel filter assembly. Now running like a bird again! 
42000 mi

£1250
Turbo failure 

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2008 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

32000 mi Throttle position sensor replaced. 
52700 mi

US $50
O2 sensor failed 

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2008 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

36000 mi Vehicle slammed into gear. Low idle, sometimes failed to start on first attempt. 
59000 mi

US $346
1 week after warranty expired check engine light cam on, Oxygen Sensor had to be replaced 

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2008 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

19300 mi check engine light on and esc light on with reduced engine power. dealer replaced accelerator position sensor for code p2106 and p2138 and applied stabilant 22a. 
69000 mi

US $100
Driver's side downstream O2 sensor replaced. 
83000 mi

US $1000
right downstream O2 sensor was replaced engine/transmission operating in reduced power/limp home mode. accelerator position sensor replaced 
105000 mi

US $800
Timing cover and oil pan leaking oil 

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2008 Kia Sorento Engine Problems

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