Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2016 Kia Motor Sorento.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Trunk Lid Latch problems |
Tl the contact owns a 2016 kia Sorento. The contact stated that the driver's door remained locked without warning. The door only opened from inside the vehicle and the trunk was locked. The vehicle was taken to jeff wyler kia (5815 dixie hwy, fairfield, OH 45014, (513) 682-2500) where the driver's side door latch was replaced and the trunk was unlocked. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to call NHTSA. The failure mileage was 89,300. The VIN was unknown.
The contact owns a 2017 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the front passenger side door had become unlocked causing the door to erroneously open. The contacted indicated that the failure had occurred on multiple occasions. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 50,000.
The contact owns a 2016 kia Sorento. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when the contact attempted to open the trunk, however, the trunk failed to open. The contact stated that the failure recurred multiple times and after multiple attempts, the trunk was able to open. The contact stated that the failure continued to recur and the trunk became inoperable. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and they informed the contact that the warranty did not cover the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.