2003 Kia Sorento Rotor Problems
- 9
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- brake rotors · 5 records
- front brake · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Rotor
2003 sorento ex purchased new. Replaced the left front rotor about 3 months ago, but breaking has returned to signs of a warped rotor again. Vibration in the steering wheel when brakes are applied and loud noise in front wheel area (non-metal) sound. Car has new brake pads and recent alignment. Rotors are not lasting. *nm
ODI 10182162
Rotor
I purchased my 2003 kia sorento with 17,000 miles on it. I am the second owner. Since i have had this car, i have had to replace and/or resurface my rotors and brake pads at least 6 times in two years. I have talked to two kia dealerships (one in clarksville, tn - the other in memphis, tn) and both lied to me and said they didn't see that type of problem ever. I have taken my car to two other mechanics that i trust…
ODI 10163133
Rotor
Rotors warp and cause a vibration during braking. Front rotors had to be resurfaced at 18,000 miles. At 41,000 miles, front rotors had to be replaced and rear rotors turned. I am taking it in again at 51,000 because vibration has returned. *nm
ODI 10152042
Rotor
We had a vibration in the front end of the car when we stopped. We took it to the local kia dealer. We were told that the rotors were warped. We bought the car new, it only had 33,000 miles on it. Was told that the rotors warranty was 5yr/50000 miles, but only on defects. Since most rotors wear out at 65k or 70k miles i said it was a defect. Dealer refused repair under warranty. Called kia national office, was told…
ODI 10122199
Rotor
Rotors warping at 16000 miles causing high shudder at stopping. Repair by dealer at a cost and it is happening again at 27000 miles have talked to other sorento owners and some have experienced same problem. *jb
ODI 10142966
Rotor
Brake rotors are warping every few thousand miles. Within 16,000 miles of use, rotors have been resurfaced twice, and are in need of it once again. Although this condition is covered under warranty, kia refused to honor it.*ak
ODI 10086969
Rotor
At 12000 miles i have had to have the front brake rotors on my 2003 kia sorento machined twice due to warping and resultant brake pulsing/vibration. Due to required rotor thickness, the next episode will necessitate rotor replacement. The need to do this at such low mileage indicates a severe deficiency, probably relating to faulty design or a metallurgical problem with the rotors. The sorento is a new model and i…
ODI 10068099
Rotor
When depressing the brakes at low speeds vehicle vibrated. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the front brake rotors needed to be replaced. The consumer stated that the front brake rotors had been replaced on six separate occasions, and problem recurred. *ak
ODI 10073544
Pads · Rotor
Front brake rotors and pads had to be replaced by dealer after only 20,000 miles. Dealer said that this is a common problem for the sorento. *la
ODI 10052884