One problem related to steering column has 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.
Tl-the contact owns a 2003 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact had to apply force to the steering wheel in order to turn the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the harmonica balance in the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. In addition, the contact noticed that there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the harmonica balance needed to be replaced and rear axle had corroded and needed to be welded. The vehicle was repaired however, the contact stated that while at an independent mechanic for routine service, the mechanic stated that the sub frame had corroded. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000. Djr.