16 problems related to loud engine noise have been reported for the 2012 Kia Motor Sorento. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Kia Motor Sorento based on all problems reported for the 2012 Sorento.
The contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had experienced a failure as the vehicle was in a idle motion. The contact stated that an abnormal noise appeared without warning. No leaks were present. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure recurred. The technician deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive. The contact did mention that the check engine warning light illuminated after the diagnosed test was ran. No dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 157,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while his wife was driving, the check engine warning light illuminated with an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was being driven to an independent mechanic however, halfway through the journey, the engine mount fractured and detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic where it was inspected and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The vehicle stalled and shutoff with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there were children in the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled to the side of the roadway and was towed to the manahawkin kia dealer, located 270 NJ-72, manahawkin, NJ 08050, where it was diagnosed that the engine seized and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall on the VIN. The contact was referred to the NHTSA. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, when he heard an abnormal noise and the vehicle began to decelerate on it's own. The contact stated he was able park on the side of the road and turn off the ignition. The contact stated when restarting the ignition, multiple warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to independent mechanic, where they informed the bearing was broken and needing the engine to be replaced. Upon investigation the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 17v224000 ( engine and engine cooling). The vehicle has not been repaired as of yet. The contact called local dealer ron bouchard's kia located at 488 old union turnpike, lancaster, MA 01523, (978) 345-1800, and were made aware of the failure. The manufacturer has been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 167,000. Dp.
I was turning onto the hwy. When without warning or any dash light warnings my engine made a loud noise like it fell apart and I lost power pulled to side of road. Called kia they had it towed to dealership. 2 days later dealership tells me the engine spun a bearing. There is a recall for the same reason on this but they said its not on my VIN. # and it will cost $9,500. 00 to get and install a used 78,000 mile engine in it, why would I put a similar used engine in it to have the same thing happen again. My engine is 1000 miles over its warranty. Very frustrating. . . . . I looked on this site and I see a lot of people having the same problem. I'm glad I was just entering the hwy when it happened not doing the 70mph speed cause it may of had a much worse outcome. Something needs to be done to correct this thanks for reading my report.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. While driving approximately 65 mph, an abnormal noise was coming from the engine that caused the vehicle to stall without warning. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. While driving approximately 50 mph, the engine blew out and made a loud noise. Also, the brakes failed. The contact temporarily lost control of the vehicle, but managed to pull the vehicle over. The engine sprayed oil all over the ground. The vehicle was towed to parkside kia (9929 parkside dr, knoxville, TN 37922, (844) 755-6461). The dealer wanted the contact to pay over $2,000 to determine who was responsible for the engine failure. The manufacturer stated that they were aware of the faulty engines that were shipped from korea; however, there were no recalls. The failure mileage was 73,337.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. While driving 60 mph, the contact noticed an abnormal noise coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle then began to lose power without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the "engine threw a rod". The dealer (stokes kia, 202 s. Goose creek boulevard, south goose creek SC, 29445, (843)-572-7300) was contacted to schedule a diagnostic appointment. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls under the VIN and to schedule an appointment with the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 99,700.
I was driving the truck when I heard a loud noise like a fire gun than I saw smoke coming out from the engine, I pulled over and saw that the engine was already on fire, I got my two daughters out of the truck and five minutes later the whole truck exploted.
Tamara recall: while driving on briarcliff way in atlanta, GA 30345 on 8/5/18 going approximately 20 mph my engine made a loud pop sound and began smoking and shut off immediately. I was unable to restart car; called tow truck to tow car to ed voyles kia dealership in chamblee GA. They determined it was due to �broken tone wheel inside engine came apart� ; allegedly fixed it by replacing engine; since service I have brought 2012 Sorento back to ed voyles due my check engine light repeatedly coming back on in which ed voyles just turns it off stating; �we really don't know what is going on.
The contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact stated that there was an extremely loud and abnormal noise coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the brake and engine indicators illuminated, and the vehicle drove roughly. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling) and 15v626000 (power train), but the contact had not received the recall notices. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
After 88,000 miles, the Sorento's engine started making a loud sound while driving at highway speed. The engine stayed on but continued to make a loud sound. The car was towed to peak kia in littleton, CO where it was determined that a new engine was needed at a cost of $7000-$10,000 dollars. The vehicle had regular oil changes up to this point. The dealership checked an my VIN number and said that I didn't qualify for the recall for engine particles. As a second owner, I did not have access to the 10 year warranty. I feel as if the recall needs to be expanded and honored. My 5 year old well maintained car had no reason to have catastrophic engine failure. I believe this is a manufacturing defect that is dangerous and that is effecting owners across the country.
The contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact stated that the engine made an abnormal noise and stalled several times without warning. The vehicle was unable to be driven and was towed to the dealer (moritz kia fort worth 501 west fwy, fort worth, TX 76116 (817) 560-6000). It was diagnosed that the engine assembly needed to be replaced. The dealer indicated that they were uncertain of when the part would be produced. The contact was provided with a loaner vehicle, but was unable to determine a reasonable time frame for when the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.
The contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart on the first attempt; however, there was an abnormal sound from the hood. The contact mentioned that the vehicle would not accelerate higher than 50 mph. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that metal shavings were located in the oil, and there was catastrophic engine failure. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.
10/09/2016 driving home from being evacuated because of hurricane matthew, with my daughter, son-in-law and grandbaby. While going down the hwy 65 miles per hour, we heard a loud noise, I felt a thump under my foot on the passenger side. We later learned it was the rod that went through the engine. Thank god my husband costed the car over to the side, it would not start. We called for help from a friend they picked us up. Towed the car to kia dealership in myrtle beach. We have just learned they are not going to pay for a new motor. They have determined it was not their fault!! how is this possible?? with all these complaints. Why is there not a class action law suite?.
The contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. While driving various speeds, an abnormal sound was heard coming from the bottom of the vehicle. The vehicle stalled without warning. The contact pulled over to the shoulder, but the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a hole in the engine block, the rods came apart, and there was no oil in the vehicle. The dealer stated that the engine block would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 14,000.