NHTSA lists 307 complaints for the 2005 Kia Sorento, 17 of them mention a crash and 5 mention a fire. 11 complaints mention an injury, with 20 injuries and 1 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as KIA SORENTO.
Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. The available sales group does not match this vehicle variant.
| System | Complaints | Share of this vehicle's complaints |
|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | 63 | 20.5% |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 53 | 17.3% |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 49 | 16.0% |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 44 | 14.3% |
| AIR BAGS | 43 | 14.0% |
| STEERING | 39 | 12.7% |
| POWER TRAIN | 38 | 12.4% |
| SUSPENSION | 25 | 8.1% |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 18 | 5.9% |
| STRUCTURE | 14 | 4.6% |
| System | Subsystem | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ENGINE | 18 |
| AIR BAGS | FRONTAL | 15 |
| STRUCTURE | BODY | 12 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | HEADLIGHTS | 9 |
| POWER TRAIN | AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 7 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 4 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | BRAKE LIGHTS | 3 |
| SEATS | FRONT ASSEMBLY | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | WIRING | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | COOLING SYSTEM | 2 |
One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.
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27 manufacturer communications.
| System | Count |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 7 |
| EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 3 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
Date: 2021-09-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STRUCTURE.
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to some Kia models tha
Date: 2018-03-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
Date: 2017-01-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washe
Date: 2016-11-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other
Date: 2016-04-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units that may be related to the use of aftermarket USB charging cab
Date: 2013-01-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
PITSTOP: UNUSUAL FUEL TRIM VALUES AND/OR MISFIRE CODES AFTER INCORRECT ENGINE REPAIR - THIS OUTLINES THE PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW IF AFTER AN ENGINE REPAIR YOU ENCOUNTER A COMPLAINT RELATING TO MIL ON (DTC P)#)X) WITH A MISFIRE DURING ACCELERATION AND/OR YOU FIND UNUSUAL FUEL TRIM VALUES OUTSIDE THE NORM
Date: 2013-01-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Date: 2011-01-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
KIA: THERE MAY BE ERRATIC SHIFTING, SHIFT SHOCK, AND A MALFUNCTION LIGHT ON WITH STORED TROUBLE CODES. THIS IS CAUSED BY A PROBLEM WITHIN THE TRANSFER MOTOR. *RM
Date: 2010-11-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.
KIA: FUEL TANK AIR FILTER REMINDER. THE AIR FILTER CAN ACCUMULATE DIRT OVER TIME AND NEEDS TO BE MAINTAINED. *RM
Date: 2010-05-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
KIA: INTERMITTENT MIL ON WITH NO FAULT CODE STORED; INFORMATION ABOUT DTC P1330. PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO CERTAIN VEHICLES. IN AFFECTED VEHICLES AN INTERMITTENT SHORT TO GROUND IN A CIRCUIT ONLY INTENDED FOR TESTING PURPOSES MAY CAUSE THE MIL TO ILLUMINATE AND A DTC P1330 (SPARK TIMING ADJ
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| NHTSA model label | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SORENTO | 307 |
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