Ignition problems of the 2003 Kia Motor Sorento

Two problems related to ignition have been reported for the 2003 Kia Motor Sorento. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Kia Motor Sorento based on all problems reported for the 2003 Sorento.

1 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 05/19/2009

The contact owns a 2003 kia Sorento. After removing the key from the ignition, the contact noticed that the engine was still running. She is in the process of having the vehicle inspected to determine the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 67,000.

2 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 10/04/2004

While driving, the engine blew out the first time on 10-04-04. It was replaced and it blew again on 01-21-05. The vehicle is on its third engine. The key became stuck in the ignition, the vehicle shifted out of park. The consumer stated he has had transmissions and engine problems since he purchased the vehicle. The front wheel bearings were damaged. The fog light was inoperative.


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