At 68,000 miles the oil pressure sensor (part #94750-37100) failed and caused a sudden and immediate loss of all engine oil. In the half mile it took us to safely pull over the oil pressure light activated and the dip stick read bone dry. I have researched the issue and found it to be a common problem with Kia's, a recall should be issued to replace the part with a better engineered version. Had we not been alert / aware of what was going on the engine could have seized and all power could have been lost while in motion.

- Hudson, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the service engine warning light randomly flashed. While the vehicle was in park or in gear, there was an abnormal noise heard near the engine. The contact stated that there was a build up of sludge near the axle and it was uncertain what type of fluid may have been releasing. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11V258000 (power train). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V626000 (power train). The approximate failure mileage was 91,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Boynton Beach, FL, USA

On 1-31-16 heard a pinging noise on the highway; then the car stalled at the exit light; started it again and loud bang blow a rod after getting back on the highway to drive it to a shop. Died on the side of the highway and had to have it towed to Kia in auburn wa. Kia stated they will not fix under the warranty because the wrong oil filter was installed and I didn't provide proper maintenance; which I took it in each and every time for oil changes to my auto shop. Same oil filter has been put into my car since 2011. Went back to my auto shop informed them they started the process of sending the oil filter in to be checked for defects, also found on 3 different web sites the filter can be used for my make and model. Now Kia want fix my car; it has been 3 weeks without a vehicle and no word from Kia; not even from their headquarters. Kia will not provide the work order stating they are not allowed to give to third party.

- Pacific, WA, USA

The check engine light came on due to a issue with oil control valves and cvvt continuous variable valve timing. Seems like a known issue of Kia, I would think Kia would do the right thing and fix it under warranty or offer some sort of customer assistance for the $4800 repair peoria Kia quoted for the job. 3 Kia owner..not any more!!

- Glendale, AZ, USA

The contact a contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. While attempting to park, the brake pedal was engaged and the gear was shifted into park. The vehicle abruptly moved forward and crashed into a cement wall. The contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch. The contact suffered injuries to the left knee that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was repaired, but the details were unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. A police report was not filed. The approximate failure mileage was 86,614. Updated 1/15/16; updated 04/20/18

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

On 06/15/2015, drove my car to the barn, then it will not start. I thought it's battery problem. Battery is only 1 year old. So I charged the battery. Didn't work. So I jumped it, it had a hard time starting. It finally started after 3 attempts. I got a new battery for it. Then it happened again two days later, got it started after a few attempts.took it to Kia service. They said oil ring has slow leak. Dealer changed O ring, and then several days, it had issues starting. The dealer kept my car for two days to listen and fix the knocking noise. Finally on Friday 06/27/15, it won't start at all. It has this grinding, hard start. I called the # 800-333-4542. Since it is still under warranty, they had my car towed for free, and dealer gave me a loaner car. I called Kia at # 678-385-8540 and ask what's going on as the dealer said they are waiting for Kia support team approval to test the engine. After two weeks, Kia called and told dealer to test engine. It has issues with low compression on 2 chambers and finally the decision was to replace the engine. On 7/11/2015, dealer submitted an order to have Kia ship engine. I was told, next week, I should hear from them. Nothing happened. I called the 678 # again, and was told by Ms. Kushell that she's contacting the regional manager to give priorities to my case.that it should be taken care of between 7/20 to 7/25. This morning, 7/17/15, I got a call from the dealer that the eta for engine arrival will be 7/31/2015, as there are no engines anywhere in the U.S. to date (7/17/2015), the car has been at the Kia dealer service for almost a month now. I have pending trips that I kept postponing to accommodate the issues. But this is getting out of hand, as I am getting the round around talks. Ms. Kushell said, they can ship my car to the place I'm going, but what am I supposed to do, walk the 1500miles?

- Port Saint Lucie, FL, USA

On 06/15/2015, drove my car to the barn, then it will not start. I thought it's battery problem. Battery is only 1 year old. So I charged the battery. Didn't work. So I jumped it, it had a hard time starting. It finally started after 3 attempts. I got a new battery for it. Then it happened again two days later, got it started after a few attempts.took it to Kia service. They said oil ring has slow leak. Dealer changed O ring, and then several days, it had issues starting. The dealer kept my car for two days to listen and fix the knocking noise. Finally on Friday 06/27/15, it won't start at all. It has this grinding, hard start. I called the # 800-333-4542. Since it is still under warranty, they had my car towed for free, and dealer gave me a loaner car. I called Kia at # 678-385-8540 and ask what's going on as the dealer said they are waiting for Kia support team approval to test the engine. After two weeks, Kia called and told dealer to test engine. It has issues with low compression on 2 chambers and finally the decision was to replace the engine. On 7/11/2015, dealer submitted an order to have Kia ship engine. I was told, next week, I should hear from them. Nothing happened. I called the 678 # again, and was told by Ms. Kushell that she's contacting the regional manager to give priorities to my case.that it should be taken care of between 7/20 to 7/25. This morning, 7/17/15, I got a call from the dealer that the eta for engine arrival will be 7/31/2015, as there are no engines anywhere in the U.S. to date (7/17/2015), the car has been at the Kia dealer service for almost a month now. I have pending trips that I kept postponing to accommodate the issues. But this is getting out of hand, as I am getting the round around talks. Ms. Kushell said, they can ship my car to the place I'm going, but what am I supposed to do, walk the 1500miles?

- Port Saint Lucie, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. While driving at 20 mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

- Elmont, NY, USA

When starting vehicle, engine revs up & won't stop until vehicle is turned off. This happens intermittently & has continued to be a problem for the last 3 years. I have reported this problem several times to my Kia dealership where all regular maintenance has been serviced since I purchased this vehicle in 2010. They state they have noted this problem but since it doesn't happen all the time, nothing has been done.

- Atascadero, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. After pulling off the road and restarting the engine, the vehicle operated as normal. The contact indicated that the failure had occurred on multiple occasions and the check engine light would illuminate when the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable the diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 46,000.

- Sayreville, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. While traveling approximately 40 mph, there was a loud noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Also, the contact mentioned that smoke emitted from the engine compartment. Upon pulling the vehicle over, it was further noticed that the engine compartment was on fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that a rod fractured into the engine affecting the other components caused a fire. Also, the mechanic diagnosed that the pistons may need to be replaced but further extensive diagnosis was required to repair the vehicle. The contact was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10V388000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.

- Taft, CA, USA

My check engine light came on twice when my gas was low and when I filled up it went off. That happened for two weeks. The third week it came on again, but my gas tank was full so I took it in for service. Turns out my vcm had to be replaced. They also stated that it was accelerating on it's own at some point. Luckily I was under 60,000 when I took it in, otherwise I was told it would not have been covered.

- Shrub Oak, NY, USA

I was driving on the highway, in the high speed lane going 75mph when my RPM's suddenly went all the way up and then down, past 0. the car made a huge jolt but then kept driving with no tachometer. Approximately 1/2 mile later I had to slow down to get off highway and then merge onto another interstate when my car wouldn't accelerate and totally shut off. I've been having issues w fixing it at Kia. They have replaced the crank shaft sensor 2X as well as the instrument cluster. It continues to violently jerk daily, typically when accelerating around 40 mph and again stalled while in drive last week. The dealership tells me that the car is running as designed but I just have a steady foot and the engine isn't sure what gear it should be I when I'm going 40mph.

- Seekonk, MA, USA

A vehicle abruptly stopped to turn left and I had to swerve to avoid rear-ending it resulting in head on collision with a utility pole.

- Liverpool, NY, USA

My son was driving on interstate I-5 near salem, or when his car suddenly stopped and would not accelerate. The car had a 50,000 mile and $1000 service 3 months prior to this incident. I did on line research and saw several instances of Kia Sorentos stopping suddenly on the highway. Kia offered $400 to compensate our inconvenience but I think the us consumer safety is worth much more. I would appreciate your investigation of this incidence. Thank you, [xxx] the Kia representative is [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Albany, OR, USA

While driving on light, new snow my car had suddenly skidded slightly, no over-correcting, I simply got the car back in control when the car suddenly shot forward, steering wheel seized and started racing down the opposite side of the street into the embankment! I had pulled the car to the left and had the brakes pushed all the way down (and both feet including all my weight on them) until my car crashed completely into a tree! the tires were still spinning when the car stopped and my feet were on the brakes! it was also hard to get the car out of drive and into park --- when I was able to push the car into park I quickly took the keys out. The 2011 Kia Sorento and sudden acceleration seems to be a problem and should seriously be looked into. Yes, I was injured and thankfully a tree stopped the vehicle and no one else was hurt!

- Chardon, OH, USA

Our Kia went up in flames last Sunday. It had been in the shop on Thursday before. Here is the article that got me thinking it was under a recall. money.cnn.com/2010/09/03/autos/hyundai_kia_recall/index.htm.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

Vehicle started by losing power on take-off. Later violent jerking/shifting over 30 mph. I have taken the vehicle to both dealer and personal mechanic. Crank and cam sensors were replaced. Issue is not resolved. The vehicle sometimes shuts off upon take-off. Sometimes it immediately starts again, other times I have to put into neutral and restart. This issue is also not resolved. Positive battery cable was removed to reset the computer. This temporarily fixed the problems for a day. When placed into "sports mode", the vehicle shifts without driver input (second gear and above). Note: Unscrupulous dealer mechanic voided engine warranty for "sludge" in engine and incorrectly removed a sensor, resulting in breakage of said sensor. Personal mechanic saw normal traces of "sludge" in engine. Vehicle is acting similar to previous recalls of the same year, make/model, but does not fall into VIN/date ranges for recall repair..

- Houston, TX, USA

4/26/14 my Sorento cel light was flashing & vehicle running rough. After shutting off and restarting, no issues, contacted dealership took in for service 5/9/14, they said they were unable to diagnose problem as it was not doing it at that time. On 7/25/14 cel light flashing & running rough again, called dealership and took in 8/9/14, again they said they could not diagnose and no codes showing up or in history stated they have a call into Kia motors and opened a tech line case have never heard anything back from them. 9/18/14 cel light flashing and running rough, I contacted dealership that I always have used since purchase of vehicle but another dealership was close to my workplace. I refused to shut the vehicle off because when you do, it resets everything and it cannot be diagnosed. I took vehicle to dealership, left it running till they could put the obd scanner on it to code it. I received call from manager, he stated that they were able to get codes from it and that 2 coils were misfiring. They shut the vehicle off, it would not start. They left it sit an hour and it started up and they tried to code it again and nothing showed in the codes at all, not even code history. They replaced two coils, then on 9/25/14 the cel light started flashing again and running rough. I immediately contacted the dealership that just changed the coils, he didn't have much to say. Asked me where I purchase my gas from and that he couldn't do anything today because they close at 4:30 and it was after 4:00 then. When I shut the car off, it would not start. Left for work this morning and you would never know anything was wrong, ran fine. There is obviously something going on that somebody needs to figure out because I am not going to be handed a big bill for repair once my warranty expires, as this has been an ongoing issue for 5 months now.

- Northern Cambria, PA, USA

The vehicle would not start finally it started in the drive position, have been complaining to the dealer that the vehicle shifts on its own from drive to another position. In addition all the lights remain on in the dash board. Vehicle was taken out the repair shop on 8/25/14 and this problem was rectified. The airbag light is on now since 8/25/14.

- St. Thomas, VI, USA