2006 Kia Sorento Exterior Lighting Problems
- 48
- 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 48 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- tail lights · 13 records
- dome light · 10 records
- brake lights · 8 records
- electrical system · 8 records
- light bulbs · 8 records
- head light · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sorento. The contact stated that the passenger's side rear brake light was replaced on several occasions however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the brake light was replaced. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered recall nhtsa campaign number: 09v130000 (exterior lighting) which…
ODI 11299762
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Head lights blow out every couple months and the brake lights to and it happens at all time driving day and night when driving and parked
ODI 11045249
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I purchased this vehicle used from a local dealership back in 2013.it had 53000 miles on it i bought the extended warranty and have been unable to use it due to when the issues developed. Within three months i had to replace the passenger side then driver side low beam lights and the front and rear tail lights. This has occurred while driving. I had to do this about once a year. I recently june 2016 changed the…
ODI 10918940
Engine · Exterior Lighting · Vehicle Speed Control
My 2006 kia sorento has had a few problems that i fear may be very dangerous. A few months ago i was driving on highway and it felt like it was speeding up on its own. As i got off the highway on an s curve the car completely died. The battery and check engine light came on. It started back up and i got to work. The next morning on the way to work it died again at the same spot on the off ramp. I had to have it…
ODI 10870298
Electronic Stability Control · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes
Dear sir; at this time i'm requesting that your office send to one a complaint form to be file against the company car corral 11 in colonial height va 23834 for rightfully and knowingly selling a used car with the defected emergency brakes, dry rotten tires, rotors scorned, dimmed head light cannot be seen ahead of driver, need alignment or that when driving the car the car vibrate from side to side, odorous smell…
ODI 10825667
Exterior Lighting
Since purchasing my sorento in 2008 my husband has had to change headlights and\or break lights at least once a month sometimes more. On two occasions i was driving in the dark when i've lost both headlights and had to use the high beams. So in 7 years we have replaced approximately 84 headlights and/or breaklights.
ODI 10779186
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Since the day i purchased this vehicle i have had to replace the headlights or tail lights almost every other month. I believe there is something wrong with the electrical system. Lately the lights and the fan will not shut off on the car. I had to pull out the battery just to get it to go off. The ac and heater switch back and forth constantly. One day you can only use the heater then the next week you can only use…
ODI 10701412
Exterior Lighting · Power Train
Just driving down the road in the neighborhood. Made a turn on to a street and heard a loud noise and engine cut off and power steering had quit working. If i was going fast would have been a wreck. I got it stopped and had to have it towed home. My husband looked under hood and a belt was loose and the crankshaft bolt was laying there broke off.called kia and they said it is not under warranty for that. I have…
ODI 10573716
Electrical System · Engine · Exterior Lighting · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
2006 kia sorento complaint: engine , steering, electrical system , exterior lighting ,throttle position sensor i am changing the head lights every 4-5 month and i think it needs to be looked at. Was driving 35 mph when the engine light and brake light came on with no warning. And just last week 2/2/2014 the engine stopped and i had no power steering and also no brakes. I was able to coast to a side road and barely…
ODI 10563656
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I purchased this car in new in 2006 i have replace four tail lights and as of today when the head light went out this will be the fifth headlight, i am afraid for my daughter to park in the garage in case it should set the house on fire,there is obviously a short in the electrical system. *tr
ODI 10525923
Exterior Lighting · Fuel System, Gasoline
I have had to replace the lights at least three times a year on this vehicle since ownership many times. In addition, i have had to replace the fuel pump 2 and the whole steering system twice also. I was told that there is a recall on the vehicles of my make, model and year but not on my specific vehicle. So im stuck with a vehicle breaking down on me at least once a year that has a recall for other vehicles in the…
ODI 10627824
Exterior Lighting
I just got my kia a year ago and i love it but we are changing the head lights every month and i never get the recalls in the mail for anything so i think it needs to be looked at. Buying lights every month add up to a lot of money after awhile. And if i was driving down the road and both went out at night someone could get hurt. *tr
ODI 10561433
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
2006 sorento ex was bought in 2009, with 56,000 miles. Currently has 103,000 miles and is a constant electrical battle. Have replaced numerous headlights and tail lights. The interior dome light only works when manually switched "on," and the "a/c" setting control dial only lights up after you fiddle with it. The driver's seat motor has partially died so that the seat reclines back but will not go straight up again.…
ODI 10444988
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
My 2006 kia sorento has 96000 miles on it and it seems that the head light or electrical system has a short in it. The head light will go off but you if you tap the head light assembly it will come back on as if there is a short in the electrical system. Also, the dome light will come on if you turn it to the on position but if you put it on the door position it does not come on when the door is open. Again that…
ODI 10434133
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
There has been multiple times of me changing both headlights and taillights. Now my brake lights are out at the same time along with one headlight. The lights are not even 2 weeks old. It really is scary to know that my lights can go out at any time. (which has happened, thankfully not when it was completely dark) and today, i almost got into a wreck because i wasn't aware that my 2 week old tail lights are out. My…
ODI 10544275
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Seat Belts
This 2006 kia sorento was purchased new (only owner) and has had numerous problems with the interior and exterior electrical system as follows: 1. The power control to both side mirrors no longer functions. 2. The electric door locks will suddenly lock on their own just by opening and closing a door. 3. The front and rear window washers no longer work (safety hazard); dealer wants to charge over $500 to fix without…
ODI 10445661
Exterior Lighting
The head and tail lights have to be replaced on a regular basis. I have replaced all 4 lights at least 6 - 10 times each, since buying the 2006 sorento brand new. And it is my understanding from numerous others that this is a norm with this make and model car. You can replace one light and it will be okay for awhile, but then another one will go out, i have asked the mechanic if this is normal, seeing i have not…
ODI 10419896
Exterior Lighting
I purchased a 2006 kia sorento back in february 2011. Since i have purchased the vehicle i have replaced the headlights. 3 times. Every failure occurred on interstate 64. I have taken the vehicle to have them changed where they have not touched the lamps and have completed a proper install. It appears that for a second the vehicle has no power and the headlights flash off then on. The headlights going on then back…
ODI 10404426
Exterior Lighting
Headlights (low beam), tail lights keep burning out every two to three months consistently. Always have to replace which is not only expensive but a danger to myself and other drivers. Car is a 2006 kia sorento ex. *tr
ODI 10402755
Exterior Lighting · Interior Lighting
When i turn on my headlights, my interior lights stay on and will not turn off. I have had to take out the fuse to fix this problem with my interior lights staying on. It happened suddenly and i cannot seem to get it resolved. *tr
ODI 10401067
Exterior Lighting · Interior Lighting
I have a 2006 kia sorento. I have had to replace the battery twice (so including the original it has gone through 3 batteries since 06), i have had (and continue) to replace the bulbs in the headlights and brake lights. The dome light has ceased to work as well. I have been made aware that i am not alone in this problem but kia is not interested in doing anything about it. This is a safety issue. This last time, i…
ODI 10395268
Air Bags · Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Panel dash lights intermediately dim, low headlights and back running light bulbs burn out constantly, license plate light bulbs burnt out and melted in casing, passenger air bag indicator light comes on when passenger is seated stating it is off. Powered door locks do not work most of the time - push power lock button or by key and still won't lock, keyless remotes don't work even after replacement of new…
ODI 10664449
Exterior Lighting · Visibility
Headlights blowing all the time. Also the windshield wipers have lost there park position and when they are turned off they stop in front of the drivers line of sight and makes it very difficult to see what is going on around you while driving. I have talked to several people that have the same make and model and year as mine and they are having the same problems. *tr
ODI 10396973
Exterior Lighting
Our 2006 kia sorento burns out all lights on this car. I have change the headlights at least 10 times this year alone. We keep extra brakelights in the car because they go out at least every 3 weeks. I will burn this car in the middle of the street! Something must be done. I have seen over 1000 complaints on this same model for the last 6 years. *tr
ODI 10378504
Exterior Lighting
Had the car 2 years and have to replace the headlight bulbs 3 times. Replaced within last 5 months and now are out again. *tr
ODI 10402859
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