Suspension Related Problems of the 2005 Kia Motor Sorento

Table 1 shows seven common suspension related problems of the 2005 Kia Motor Sorento. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (nine problems).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2005 Kia Motor Sorento

The Suspension 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 Front Suspension Control Arm problem

I brought my vehicle for a coolant leak. My mechanic asked that I come over to look at underneath the vehicle. The rear drivers side control arm was no longer attached to the rear axle. He explained that the upper control arm bracket welded to the rear axle on driver side rotted right through,   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

I brought my vehicle in for a regular yearly inspection. Told my mechanic it had been making a weird noise in the rear, thought maybe I needed break pads. Turns out my vehicle was making noise due to as suspension issue.   Read details...


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