Car Stall Problems of Kia Motor Sorento - part 1

I was leaving my cousins apartment complex when the vehicle stalled. I attempted to try to start the vehicle again but it would not turn over. All the lights in the vehicle were on and the radio was still playing so it did not appear to be the battery. I attempted to try and start the vehicle again and noticed gray smoke coming from under the hood. I then began to smell something burning, so I exited the vehicle and popped the hood. I then noticed a fire coming from the engine behind the air filter componet. About 10 seconds later I heard a pop and took off running to a safer location and called 911. The fire then began to grow bigger and the whole front of the vehicle was in flames. The fire department responded and put the fire out. There were no warning lights that came on. If I had not exited the vehicle when I did I probably would have been severly burnt as the whole front windshield shattered and the dash was melted and front seats were burnt.

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The contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine and oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the rod bearing was worn needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 174,000.

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The contact owns a 2014 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact shifted to park and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor an independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

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Tl the contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact stated while his wife was driving 45 mph, when the vehicle stalled. The contact stated multiple warning lights were illuminated after the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who called the local dealer cma's colonial kia (2300 walthall center dr, south chesterfield, va 23834, (804) 431-3838) regarding an unknown recall for the engine to be performed. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer where the repair was pending. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was associated with NHTSA campaign number: 15v626000 (power train). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,093.

The contact owns a 2013 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact coasted to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic who stated that the engine bearings were worn, causing the engine to seize. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

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I had taken my vehicle into kia on 02/22/21 to have the engine looked at because it is knocking, and I am experiencing loss of power, burning smells, jerking, stalling, having to add oil in my SUV weekly. We already replaced the valve cover gasket twice, and also the high fuel rail sensor, spark plugs prior to taking it back to them. We had a certified mechanic do the repairs for us. My SUV was at kia a total of 45 days though and I got maybe four phone calls, one they just told me I need a new engine and the issues are related to issues pertaining to the recall. The others were about the airbag recalls that needed to be done, and are not even fully complete. I was told by a gentleman named david to drive it when I get it back until it seizes or starts knocking, whatever comes first. I told them everything else that's been happening when I took it in so they know. I was told under kia guidelines that kia would not put a new engine in my vehicle under the recall even though my engine is part of the recall until something actually happens. That is not safe! I have children and I don't want to get hurt or my children to get hurt if it seizes while driving it, and then there is the fire risk with it also that I received a letter for. I am really concerned and frustrated. It wont even pass smog right now until it has a new engine and I cannot even get my tags and registration which I paid for until it passes smog. Here I am also paying a car payment monthly on this thing when clearly the engine is failing because it is a bad engine. All I did was drive it around town taking my kids to school and back and forth to work. I filed two complaints to kia regarding these issues and have not gotten any responses, they have treated me like crap. When I picked up my SUV it was completely out of gas, it has no oil in it, it was dirty and my brand new battery was dead.

The contact owns a 2013 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. The oil warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v750000 (engine). The vehicle was towed to bald hill kia (1021 bald hill rd, warwick, ri 02886, (844)707-1516) and the contact was informed that the vehicle was over the repair mileage. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 153,000.

While driving, my truck stalled while turning into a parking lot. Immediately after the stall, the engine light came on and started blinking, shortly after the battery light came on as well. I parked the car in a safe location to check the vehicle. The vehicle would not turn over. I needed to jump the car several times in order for it to turn back on. The engine light still appears blinking as I drove it to get a diagnostic reading . While driving the car , leaving idle the car would jerk and have a hard time moving back into motion. The code read p1236 knock sensor fault/sensor bad. My car had just come out of kia two weeks prior in full health. This issue came out of no where.

Tl the contact owns a 2012 kia sorrento. The contact stated that his wife was driving through a snow storm and the vehicle stalled several times. The wife pulled the vehicle over and called for a tow and a new battery was bought and the old one was replaced. The failure recurred on the same day. The vehicle was taken to an independnent mechanic who observed the vehicle shutting on and off and referred the contact to danbury kia (100a federal road, danbury, CT 06810, (203) 730-5737). The dealer recommended the starter be replaced. The repairs were completed but the vehicle loss acceleration the same day after it was picked up and shut off when it was pulled over. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer and diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been contacted. The failure mileage was 158,000.

The contact owns a 2014 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and approaching an intersection, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact shifted the vehicle into park and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to for the vehicle to accelerate. The contact felt unsafe driving the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the speed was reduced. Tom kadlec kia (4444 us-52, rochester, mn 55901, (507) 281-2222) was contacted and an appointment was scheduled for the vehicle to be diagnosed but was still pending. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was informed of NHTSA campaign number: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling) as a possible solution to the failure however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Loud knocking in the engine,lost of power,stalling. Stalled on the the road,when shifting from park into drive.

Tl the contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled with the check engine and oil level warning lights illuminated. The contact shifted the vehicle into neutral and the vehicle was pushed to the nearest parking lot. The contact had the vehicle towed to her residence. The contact stated an independent mechanic came to her residence and diagnosed the vehicle with an engine rod bearing failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

I own a 2012 kia Sorento. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 150000.

The contact owns a 2014 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle decelerated independently and stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.

The contact owns a 2011 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact activated the parking brakes to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was pushed out of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact reached out to the dealer where the vehicle was purchased however, the dealer went out of business. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000.

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Engine starting knocking/ticking. Car then stalled on the highway. Was able to restart & drive to exit. Car was towed to dealer where per test, engine locked up. Dealer informed needed new engine. Not covered by recall as not gdi engine but kia would not answer why only gdi engine even though same block(2. 4).

The contact owns a 2012 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to dutch miller kia located at 335 mccorkle Ave, charleston, wv 25303 however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

On 05-02-20 while getting on the freeway. My kia ,sorento(2013) stalled and had to pull into the emergency lane. Shut vehicle off waited for a minute, restarted and no warning lights on. Drove 1/4 mile, engine started knocking/pinging. Had to be towed repair shop. Metal found in oil, rod knocking. 116072 miles on unit. Have all regular maintenance records. Engine repaired @$ 5,636. 00 I just couldn't put a tarp over it. Dealer stated no recall on 2. 4l mfi past limited warranty.

I purchased my vehicle 2 years ago and now it needs an engine. It is only 4cyrars old. It was stalling every once and while, then one day I tried to accelerate on the freeway and it would. It started smoking and then died out. Luckily I was able to get it up to the next exit ramp. I took to recently to a repair shop and try said it needed an engine.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2013 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine bearings had failed and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer doral kia( 10155 NW 12th st. Doral FL) and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA campaign number 17v224000(engine). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 67,000. Jft.

I go the car 2018,I had the car for 13months,2019 I got my oil change in york kai, PA. The car had a recall on kia installed a 21513 23001 gasket- oil plug, 26300 35504 filter assy - engine o. Now 12mos. Later I need a new engine,I had 2 diag>done and both place said I need a new engine, the 4ring faulty. I feel like know one is trying to help me to replace this engine. I need help,not fair to me 2017 car new a new engine,I only had it for 13mos. The car shakes when I stop,it slows down when driving. Thank you for taking the time to read my letter. I hope I can get some help.

Feb12, 2020morning, my son and his girlfriend were driving my car to work. He called me and said the car had stalled out and won't start. I asked all the questions related to an alternator issue like did radio turn off lights get dim . No was response, said car would surge increasing speed then if took foot off accelerator would drastically slow down. When approaching stoplight just cut off. No warning no lights, wouldn't start. Thankfully the traffic wasn't heavy and a nice person helped them get it off the road. Had it towed home then to the mechanic for what we thought was alternator only to get disturbing call saying the motor is shot. I had the same tow truck driver pick it up and take it to mechanic and he kept asking if I was sure it was the alternator, he had told me he thought the engine had seized by how it sounded when he tried to start it to try and position it better for the roll back, I had hope he was wrong. There were regular oil changes done and I have checked my VIN against the recall and although the year and make are correct my VIN is not included. I operate a cleaning service and desperately need my car. In fact we were searching for my son a car as he had graduated and became employed and now instead of looking for one we've got to get two. And still make pymts on this one to save my credit. It's really sad that kia is doing valuable customers like this. People need their cars. Last year I tried to trade it in they offered such a low value for mine I can't help but believe they knew it's a problem car. This is a real problem, I have read so many issues with this year and make and kia is not offering assistance. I'm going to try them and hope and pray they will help.

2/11/driving north on I-55 when the car suddenly started hesitating as if it wasn't getting fuel, I pulled over & heard a crack noise, car stalls, smoke coming from inside the hood, engine, oil, battery & trans dash lights lit up after the noise & smoke, but oil gauge never ever got hot (even before this) I opened hood & saw liquid had exploded under the hood. I tried to start the car & it wouldn't. The next day, had it towed to a shop, the mechanic said: �engine is blown & no clue why, there's a hole in the engine block & nothing you could've done to prevent it, it definitely seems like a mechanical defect & it was just a matter of time before it blew. � so imagine my confusion when my 2013 vehicle's engine (maintained perfectly as I had free oil changes through kia so I got them done regularly & it's all in their system) randomly blows & mechanic has no idea why. I researched & 0 open recalls, kia headquarters said it's my responsibility as my VIN not included on recall detailing my exact complaint because it didn't have a gfi engine. This is obviously a mechanical defect and kia should be held accountable and responsible for replacing the defective engine on my car!! I'm now without income due to the coronavirus pandemic happening, so I can't afford the car pmt that I'm responsible for a vehicle I just purchased 12/2018!! this is horrifying that kia refuses to replace my engine. I'm a single mom with 2 kids (8 & 9) trying to survive & they refused to even give a loaner while I try to raise the money to pay for a used engine to be put in. This has put me in a horrible financial situation as I rented a car for a month before the lockdown & could have used the $ towards repairs but I had to work so I had no choice, but now can't afford anything so I'm just stuck with no help at all for something that is not my fault. Kia is responsible & I'm out of options & help.

The contact owns a 2018 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled and lost all power. The contact stated that son called her and informed her that the vehicle was smoking. He was able to pull to the side of the road, upon exiting the vehicle he saw flames coming from under the vehicle. The contact stated that he opened the hood and the flames immediately engulfed the whole vehicle. The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. A fire department report was made. There were no injuries or medical assistance needed. The vehicle was towed and totaled. The contact contacted the dealer suntrup kia south (6263 s lindbergh blvd, st. Louis, mo 63123 phone: (314) 254-8955) who stated that they were not liable and to contact kia consumer line. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure a case was opened as well as an investigation was conducted. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.

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Egine stalls and ac on stalls and has died 3times.

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At 100000 miles engine had major failure needing to be replaced had mechanic install used engine with 75000 miles and this engine is having timing issues unable to get it inspected because it won't pass emission test.

Car stalls out while driving then I have to pull over and restart it and it has a jerking to it when this happens.

Driving on highway at 65 miles per hour and car suddenly lost all power and came to complete stop in heavy traffic. Vehicle restarted after 2 attempts. Took to kia dealer for inspection and there was no recorded code and they were unable to re-create issue so nothing was done. Reading other complaints of sudden stalls on this site makes driving this vehicle scary. The vehicle has only 31k miles on it and has had no other issues. Kia should be doing something before someone has a tragic accident!.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 kia Sorento. While driving approximately 10-15 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle lost electrical power. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and then to kearny mesa kia (7303 clairemont mesa blvd, san diego, CA 92111, (858) 365-8763) where it was diagnosed that the engine seized and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 kia Sorento. While driving, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the road. The contact received assistance with pushing the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the engine seized and needed to be completely replaced. The contact called the manufacturer and received a case number. The contact scheduled to have the vehicle towed to carolina kia of high point (2445 n main st, high point, nc 27262, (866) 824-7081). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000.

The car had emissions issues, attempted to repair, after installing all new parts ourselves still was showing emission code, looked up if there was a recall, and there was a safety recall on the engine due to poor machining can cause the engine to seize and cause operator to loose control. Contacted kia and they towed the vehicle to a local dealership in kingston NY. Originally claimed they would replace the engine and two other recalls. Two days later received a call from the kia dealer stating that they would not change the engine due to the fact the emissions light was on and that we had worked on the car. The emissions code is unrelated to the issue of the recall. The car is still with the original owner. Do they still have to do the engine replacement regardless of us attempting the emission issue? her 16 year old daughter was going be the one driving the vehicle- we are concerned that the car is unsafe due to the recall they are refusing to repair.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 kia Sorento. While driving approximately 65-70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power, including power steering, braking, and acceleration. The contact was able to coast the vehicle off the road to a stop. The vehicle restarted on the first attempt. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred once. The dealer and manufacturer were not informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Tl-the cvontact owns a 2011 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. All warning indicators in the cloister illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer napletons mid rivers kia, 4555 veterans memorial pkwy, st peters, mo 63376,they determined the engine seized and needed replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000. Bp.

There were premature engine barring wear which caused the car to seize and blow a rod out the bottom of the car which started a small fire. I was getting off the highway when engine light had come on when I got to on ramp it sputtered and stalled, oil light came on and car stalled then people yelled get out cause there was a fire under the front of my car. Police incident report number 52-5954-19 trp. Harrison 616-403-0698.

Tl-the contact owns a 2014 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to king kia 953 n frederick Ave, gaithersburg, MD 20879 (301) 948-3333 where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, a week later the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed back to king kia 953 n frederick Ave, gaithersburg, MD 20879 (301) 948-3333 where they replaced the engine again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Ak.