2.4

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
62,974 miles

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problem #2

May 192009

Sorento

  • 67,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Kia Sorento. After removing the key from the ignition, the contact noticed that the engine was still running. She is in the process of having the vehicle inspected to determine the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 67,000.

- Topsham, ME, USA

problem #1

Oct 042004

Sorento 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 58,947 miles
While driving, the engine blew out the first time on 10-04-04. It was replaced and it blew again on 01-21-05. The vehicle is on its third engine. The key became stuck in the ignition, the vehicle shifted out of park. The consumer stated he has had transmissions and engine problems since he purchased the vehicle. The front wheel bearings were damaged. The fog light was inoperative.

- Beacon, NY, USA