2012 Kia Sorento Kia Sorento 2012

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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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2012 Kia Sorento

Engine not specified

66000 mi Shift control switch and connector plug 

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2012 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

43400 mi

$30
when turning the car sound come at CV joint. replace the both side CV Joints. 
55340 mi

$600
auto transmission removed for replace tramission fluid. but every seals and sensor oil temp change. damper pully also change. splines of hypoid gear shaft and case differential wested. now running on 2 wheel. 

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2012 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

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

77000 mi

US $350
Transmission was serviced due to slipping issues.  

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2012 Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

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