2011 Kia Sorento Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 25
- 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 25 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- without warning · 4 records
- duplicate problem · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 23 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
2011 kia sorento. Consumer writes in regards to recall for engine malfunction. *as *tr
ODI 11131388
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia sorento. While driving approximately 40 mph, the engine seized without warning. Cooper kia ([redacted], yorkville, ny) was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling) as a possible solution. The contact was advised that the vin was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the…
ODI 11067178
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Found this on another web site: www.topclassactions.com (see below for description) very interesting: apparently this defect has been going on since 2002!! Well it's still happening i have the 2011 6 cyl awd and found out it's still a defect in the 2012 and 2013. Nothing more to say but 'shame on kia motors' your lack of taking ownership for this defect is just discusting. Nhtsa please help us.....lives need to be…
ODI 10520324
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Air conditioning not cooling properly.drain and recharge system by dealership,still not cooling properly.dealer ordered a new compressor.dealer installed new compressor and recharge system. *tr
ODI 10543578
Engine And Engine Cooling
As i back u this weird scratchy sound and also as i drive at normal speed. *tr
ODI 10465652
Engine And Engine Cooling · Suspension
When trying to step on gas vehicle seems to strain. Example, when needing to get in lane, my car seems not to get much gas which i feel especially on highway, may cause an accident. My vehicle tend to ride quite rough as far as wheel suspension. I have had a wheel alignment and have had the vehicle checked. I was told nothing seemed to be wrong with it. I had the 189.00 service did on my car as well. I called the…
ODI 10457871
Accelerator Pedal · Engine And Engine Cooling · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving the vehicle and while pressing the gas pedal the vehicle starts to come to a stop as if the gas pedal is not being applied. I have to release the gas pedal and press it again for the sorento to respond and continue to accelerate. I took it to the dealer and they have no clue as to what is the problem. They reset the computer and released the vehicle to me but the problem persists. *kb
ODI 10441585
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving through a shopping plaza, going about 15mph,the vehicle suddenly shut off, causing the loss of all power assist functions and electrical operation. The electrical came back on-line right away, but the car had to be restarted. The second time it happened was in rush hour traffic, 4 days later. The car was coasting at about 25 mph when it shut down again. *kb
ODI 10441579
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I was driving about 40 mph, when the vehicle appeared to miss/skip gears! It felt as if the vehicle was going to stop altogether, and i definitely lost acceleration ability. Next the malfunction indicator light came on and it has not gone off. I am going to take the vehicle in to the dealer on 12/17/2011 to see what may be causing a problem like this. *tr
ODI 10440241
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia sorento. The contact was driving 50 mph when she heard a clicking sound coming from the engine as the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the filter place in the engine was not up to standards and the engine would need to be rebuilt. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileage was 12,000.
ODI 10432336
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving down the expressway, without warning, there was a catastrophic engine failure causing one or two of the connecting rods to blow through the oil pan and start a fire from the front of the vehicle to the back underneath the carriage. The flames came up the sides and back of the car. Needless to say it was extremely frightening. Looking at the damage of the car i never expected them to attempt to repair…
Fire reported
ODI 10429442
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
My 2011 kia sorento downshifts while at a high rate of speed. It also gets stuck and while the rpms are racing, it will not shift up. The bluetooth does not work properly and am only able to make a call 30% of the time. Backup cameras and sensors are intermittent. Window will not work. Back drivers side door fell off hinges while i was driving with my child in the backseat. My passenger side seat overheated and…
ODI 10452862
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving down interstate at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly dies and the vehicle coasts down the road w/ service engine soon light illuminated. Vehicle has only 11k miles on it; has done it 3 times in 2 days. All kia service would do is clear the history (reset). *tr
ODI 10407368
Engine And Engine Cooling
Going downhill in our newly purchased 2011 kia sorento ex v6, reaching a 4 way stop, our engine quit. Vehicle had only 175 miles on it as it is brand new. Car restarted without further incident. Took it to dealer, they found no problem or faults registered on the onboard computer. I have read of similar occurrences with other 2011 kia sorento ex v6. I will file another report if it happens again. *tr
ODI 10406016
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Ever since bought new (sorento sx 6cyl.) in april 2011, there has been a intermittant issue with no engine response from stop for 2-3 seconds. Rpm's stay at idle speed, then it suddenly takes hold and runs fine. Only happens from stop, and only about once or twice every 2-3 days. Dealer cannot duplicate problem, no codes. Dangerous situation when pulling out into traffic from a stop. I cannot duplicate it under any…
ODI 10425970
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owned a 2011 kia sorento. While driving approximately 40 mph, the check engine light began illuminating. The contact also began to see sparks coming from the engine. The vehicle was pulled over and a fire began under the engine. The fire department appeared to the scene to extinguish the fire. A police report was also filed but no injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an…
Fire reported
ODI 10398744
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
We purchased/leased a new 2011 sorento v6 and almost immediately started experiencing the occasional hesitation problem when pulling into traffic from a stop. On a couple occasions it put us in a very dangerous situation as we were crossing 2 lanes of traffic. Took the vehicle to courtesy kia in brandon fl. 4 times, they could not duplicate the problem. Finally they got us a 2012 near identical sorento v6, and on…
ODI 10406848
Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Visibility
After the first dealer oil change i began getting lifter noise on engine start up that would last for minutes. The problem has gotten worse. Dealer refuses to aknowledge the problem and now i have put a non-op on my brand new 2011 sorento because of this problem. Tried to get this resolved with a lawyer and the company refused to take the car back. I have been forced to retain a lemon law attorney to get this…
ODI 10420280
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have had the car for about 4 months. During this time it has 5 times completely shut off in the middle of an intersection and once while i was changing lanes in stop and go traffic. I have taken it back to the dealer twice and they have been unable to duplicate the problem. *tr
ODI 10382663
Engine And Engine Cooling
When accelerating from a stop or slow speed the engine will occasionally bog down and almost die. This is extremely dangerous when pulling into traffic or across oncoming lanes of traffic. It has occurred numerous times. Sometimes from a full stop and sometimes from low speed (less than 10 mph). I have taken the car to the dealer three times. The first two times they claimed to have repaired the vehicle and turned…
ODI 10427506
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2011 kia sorento. While driving approximately 65 mph, the contact stated that the air conditioner shut off without warning, causing the vehicle to make a grinding noise, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also noticed smoke coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The dealer was notified who and advised the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact…
Fire reported
ODI 10370821
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia sorento. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact also stated that the vehicle suddenly accelerated upon restarting. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on several occasions and they were unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but could not offer any assistance without having a…
ODI 10437794
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2011 kia sorento. While the contact started the ignition,there was a loud clanking noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The "tire pressure" warning indicator began to flash for forty- five to fifty seconds. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they were unable to duplicate the problem. The clanking noise continued to occur intermittently. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10359325
Engine And Engine Cooling · Unknown Or Other
7/21/10 purchased kia sorrento ex fwd from moritz 110 ne loop 820 hurst, tx 7/22 noticed engine hesitated several times while driving sufficient that cars pulled around me. Contacted jerry simpson and jim cartwright service manager 7/26 took sorrento back and to moritz and rode with jim cartwright through residential neighborhoods. Car exhibited no hesitation 8/2 have driven sorrento to oklahoma twice and around…
ODI 10366107
Engine And Engine Cooling
My 2011 kia sorento ex 4 cylinder has had a safety issue with hesitation upon takeoff from a stop sign or any stop. You never know when it will accelerate and i am very concerned it will cause an accident. I have taken it to the local dealer many times as it should be covered under the bumper to bumper warranty. They act like there is not a problem, but there is. One time they did say it would take a software fix…
ODI 10413231