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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Steering wheel started peeling, parts were ordered as they don't normally stock steering wheels. Steering wheel was peeling. This trip was to have the replacement wheel installed.
107000 mi
US $198
Rear passenger door [handle] broke/snapped off while being opened, needed to be replaced.
A few parts were replaced though the handle itself was able to be reused, it was the only piece (saved $112 off the repair bill!) as Kia had redesigned the assembly since my Sorento was manufactured.
145000 mi
Lift gate, interior handle broke off on one side. Still functional but feels loose.
10400 mi
Trim around panoramic sunroof degraded and tore away. Was concerned that water might start leaking in. Entire sunroof was replaced as trim was not available separately.
10200 mi
US $200
Water leaking through sunroof which was previously replaced by another dealership under warranty.
The lever to the 2nd row passenger seat broke off after being forced because it wouldn't move. Still waiting for part. Possible cause is going to need repair but this dealerships service center likes to drag things out.
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