2004 Kia Sorento Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 26
- 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.
Among these 26 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- Engine · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 15 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control
We purchased our sorento used (approx 65k miles)about 3 years ago. Since then, we've had to replace the gas tank ($1500) among other things. This year has been absurd: had to replace the radiator, water pump, computer system (2 months, $4700), brakes ($750) and 2 batteries. 2-3 months ago, we noticed a clunking/chunking sound that grew steadily worse. It sounded as if the 4wd was engaging and disengaging every 3…
ODI 10535016
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Suspension · Visibility/Wiper
Picked up vehicle after having rear support bearings repaired driving back home at 65mph on i-35/texas 410 east started to experience strong smell of exhaust fumes in passenger compartment. During drive home started to rain, activated wipers, drivers side wiper blade fell off during rainstorm had to open driver side window to navigate! Upon arrival at home noticed, smoke coming from engine compartment (passengers…
Fire reported
ODI 10497873
Engine And Engine Cooling
Summary: i was driving along the interstate at aprox. 65 mph. I heard a ticking noise and looked at the dash. No warning lights my friend asked if the car felt like it was losing speed and it was i immediatly pulled over. Moving to the emergency lane the engine stalled. None of the guages indicated anything wrong , and even after the engine failed the engine check light does not light up, none of the safety…
ODI 10454158
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Suspension
Summary: update to below problem i bought my sorento in 2004, new. I replaced the coolant reservoir at 61000 miles due to overheating, replaced the low beam headlight bulbs on 4 occasions, tail lights on 2 occasions. My vehicle, 5 speed manual transmission, started to have a roaring noise approx. 6 months ago and the u-joints were replaced. It still roars. It quit running on 2-16-12 while i was driving, but…
ODI 10453918
Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
I bought my sarento in 2004, new. I replaced the coolant reservor at 61000 miles due to overheating, replaced the low beam headlight bulbs on 4 ocasions, tail lights on 2 ocasions. My vehicle, 5 speed manual transmission, started to have a roaring noise approx. 6 months ago and the u-joints were replaced. It still roars. It quit running on 2-16-12 while i was driving, but restarted. It finally quit again and would…
ODI 10448928
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving i suddenly heard a sound coming from my engine and several dashboard lights illuminated. I was able to drive the car to the auto mechanic that works on my car who informed me that it was a crank pulley bolt that had sheared off. The mechanic also informed me this is a very common problem with kias. After doing a lot of internet research i found out that this is true. The car has 135,000 on it. I have…
ODI 10441528
Engine And Engine Cooling
Crankshaft pulley bolt - this is a recalled part that was replaced in 2008. Snapped off while driving. Thankfully not on the freeway when it happened. Replacement is just as faulty as original. Many multiple kia owners have reported this problem some have had this same occurrence happen a third time. Obviously, replacement bolt is not working either and cannot survive the stress that is needed to operate safely.…
ODI 10411048
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. The contact stated that a loose induct control valve fell into the engine, causing the engine to become defective. The dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairs to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 99,648. Updated 11/08/11*lj
ODI 10425563
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sorrento. The contact was traveling 15 mph when the crankshaft bolt fractured and caused damage to the crank position sensor, timing belt, damper pulley, and the crankshaft sprocket. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the contact was advised that the crankshaft would need to be replaced. The dealer also advised replacing…
ODI 10395932
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. The contact stated that the vibration damper on the front of the crank shaft failed. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that there had been a recall, but his vin was not included, even though his vehicle was experiencing the same failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was approximately 71,000.
ODI 10353007
Engine And Engine Cooling
I was driving my children in the summer and my engine began squealing very loudly, the a/c stopped working, and the steering locked up. We took the car to get it fixed and they said the crank shaft bolt in the engine had broken completely. They said the only thing we could do is replace the entire engine, which is $4000. We found someone who replaced the bolt, because we couldn't afford a new engine, and now the…
ODI 10370671
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) we have a 2004 kia sorento automobile that had an issue with the crankshaft bolt in sept. 2009. The repair cost over $1000.00. We later found out that there was some kind of "repair campaign" (sc072) for the same issue. When we contacted kia customer service for repair reimbursement we were told our vehicle was manufactured 11…
ODI 10329723
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. The contact was driving approximately 55 mph when the engine completely stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the crank bolt was sheared and the engine hermetic balancer completely detached from the vehicle. The technician advised that the failure was very unusual. The dealer replaced the crank bolt and the owner was responsible for the additional repair expenses.…
ODI 10360080
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling
Cooling system failure cause blown engine without any warning. *tr
ODI 10269870
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. While driving approximately 35 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the crank shaft pulley had to be replaced. After the vehicle was repaired the failure continued to occur. The failure occurred three different times. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 47,500.
ODI 10427781
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. While the vehicle was stationary, the contact noticed that antifreeze was leaking from the tank assembly reservoir. There were no warning indicators prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they replaced the tank assembly. The failure and current mileages were 77,600. Updated 09/15/08 *bf the consumer stated the engine coolant storage tank was…
ODI 10237896
Engine And Engine Cooling
I purchased my car threw a local dealership aap. 8 mo. Ago it had 27,000 at the time of purchase. On 8-4-08 the vehicle had 34,000 miles. I was driving at a speed of app.40 mi. An hour when the car started smoking from the engine the smoke got thicker . I quickly pulled over into a small parking lot shut off the car + jumped out of the car with my son. In a matter of seconds the car was in flames. After that there…
Fire reported
ODI 10240510
Body · Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting · Power Train · Visibility
My sister purchased this vehicle new and has had nothing but problems with it and problems with dealership/kia honoring their 10 year/100,000 mile warranty. She purchased this vehicle believing she would be driving a quality vehicle (advertising 10 year/100,000 mile warranty she assumed it must be of high quality because who would offer that kind of warranty if it was junk....wrong!) she has had nothing but stress,…
ODI 10238300
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. While driving 65 mph, the power steering failed and the vehicle shut down. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they diagnosed that the radiator water overflow container cracked. As a result, fluid leaked and overheated the engine, which caused it to fail. The engine will need to be replaced at the cost of $11,000. The vehicle has over 60,000 miles; therefore, the…
ODI 10235661
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. The contact lost control of the vehicle and it spun out of control. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who stated that the crankshaft bolt broke off in the engine, the pulleys fell off and the two belts broke. The dealer repaired the vehicle but the failure continued. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who stated that the vehicle had been repaired already. The…
ODI 10368145
Engine And Engine Cooling
Car was serviced by dealer for four years. I purchase the car, have the coolant water flow tank pressured tested and three weeks later leak or crack in the coolant water flow tank. All liquids leaked out, engine over heated and blew. Had to replace the engine. Over 6000. To repair. *tr
ODI 10232971
Engine And Engine Cooling
2004 kia sorento leak in a/c coolant bottle. My car was in for a pressure test three weeks before this and it past just fine without any leaks or cracks. On the freeway, over heats, pull over, all the fluid leaks out, engine is dead and must be replaced. Just hit 61,000 miles. Kia does not offer 100,000 mile coverage unless you are the original owner. I am the second owner and have had the car three months. $5000.…
ODI 10227114
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have a 2004 magentis which i heard is like the serento. The timing belt jumped and this took out the motor. Up to this i loved my car. Kia said there was nothing they could do but replace the engine at my cost and i would not get it back until it was paid for. Well being a single mother of 4, still making payments on the car for another 4 more years. Needless to say i have a car with no motor and making payments.…
ODI 10228705
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
I have a 2004 kia sorrento which i purchased new. It currently had 64,000 mile and i have kept up with all maintenance items and have had them performed by kia service in the dealership. While i have had some mechanical problems with the car (bad lifters, valves, radiator leaks, etc), my main issue is the electrical system. To date, i have replaced various brake light bulbs, headlight bulbs, dome light bulb and my…
ODI 10215316
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle began to sputter and hesitate and then it completely shut off. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove to the dealer. The dealer stated that the coolant compartment had a leak and was dripping coolant into the engine compartment, which caused it to hesitate. She called the kia corporate office and was informed that her vehicle was out of…
ODI 10202794