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2012 Kia Sorento repairs by problem area
Engine (16%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)
Other (11%)
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Chart based on 132 repairs.
2012 Kia Sorento suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (42%)
< $100 (47%)
Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 38060 mi $685 |
Steering rack damage and replace complete steering rack |
| 82460 mi $450 |
Front Shock absorbers, rear bumpers ball joints change. |
2012 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 77000 mi US $350 |
It was also identified all four wheels needed new suspension parts for 1k but I did not proceed with that work. |
2012 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 27000 mi | Replace left front lower ball joint. Seems to be a lot of premature ball joint failures on this model Kia Sorento. My extended dealer warranty covered this repair less a $50 deductible |
| 96000 mi | Clunk in front end. Dealer unable to locate the source of the problem and was told to bring it back when it got worse/louder. |
| 112000 mi US $200 |
ball joint replaced |
| 125000 mi | Brought to shop for clunking noise in suspension. Shop unable to diagnose so no repair was completed. |
| 58300 mi US $380 |
Squeak when steering wheel was turned. Steering rack was replaced. |
| 60000 mi | Loud clunk in left front immediately after brake repair. Lower control arm bolt flange was replaced. |
| 28300 mi | Sway bars replaced |
| 36000 mi | Noise in rear suspension- Dealer unable to determine reason at last service visit. |
| 71000 mi US $50 |
Front noise occurred- Stabilizer bar replaced under extended warranty. |
| 248 mi | Was pulling right. Changing front tire position resolved the problem. |
| 19380 mi | Loose link-kit on front left wheel. Parts changed and coverred by warranty. |
2012 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
191-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 58900 mi C $900 |
front right ball bearing + brakes and discs on 4 wheels |
| 65000 mi US $289 |
Removed and replaced both the left and right rear wheel hub assembly and wheel speed sensors. Also replaced left rear brake light bulb. |
| 93000 mi US $350 |
replaced struts, strut mounts, etc |
2012 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 51460 mi C $110 |
Front suspension knocking left side. Replace link kit. |
2012 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV
175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 25000 mi US $100 |
Replaced |
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