Table 1 shows nine common steering related problems of the 2003 Kia Motor Sorento. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hydraulic power assist steering system (five problems).
Takata recall the crankshaft pulley bolt keeps coming lose and this causes the steering wheel to become stiff. This happened in the middle of traffic and had to get it towed to a friends house. Currently the car is not driveable for over two weeks. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving the steering wheel locked and could not turn left or right. The mechanic stated that a bolt and balancer detached from the hinges. The contact suggested that the power steering may have been low in fluid. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle made an abnormal noise when the battery and another unknown warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact had to pump the brake pedal several times before the vehicle would stop and Read details...