Structure Related Problems of the 2005 Kia Motor Sorento

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2005 Kia Motor Sorento. The number one most common problem is related to the body (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame rust (two problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Kia Motor Sorento

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
9
Frame Rust problems
2
Structure problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2005 Kia Motor Sorento

The Body problem

Rear suspension rusted from chassis. Google search shows multiple people with same issue. Issue making car unsafe to drive. Car has extreme rust problems.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

While driving my 2005 kia Sorento, was coming to a stop, the right side of the vehicle dropped and the rear end shifted, the tire started rubbing on the body. Got it under control and pulled over. Checked under vehicle and found the frame was rusted and the control arm broke off of the frame.   Read details...

The Structure problem

Car power steering began to fail. Power steering fluid was checked but adding fluid did not solve the problem. Vehicle failed to start, needed to be towed to mechanic. After inspection by mechanic, it was determined that the crank shaft bolt broke off from the car.   Read details...


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