Kia Motor Sorento owners have reported 212 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 18 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (142 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension noise (18 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The contact owns a 2011 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving 15-20 mph, the axle popped out of the transmission, and fractured the lower ball joints and steering system. There was an abnormal burning electrical odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. Read details...
Thumping noise and sensation from rear axle/suspension area while accelerating from stop or lightly accelerating on local roads. I reviewed a previous recall for this year and while my VIN was not in the recalled list, the description of the issues sounds very similar. Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2011 kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds and attempting to turn in either direction, the vehicle wobbled with an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. Read details...
My 2005 Sorento, SUV, begun to shake on the front and later stopped. I had a mechanic check it for the main belt to be off and he said it was more major. The bolt had broken off in the motor. Some cars from kia had already had that complaint. Read details...
Coil spring from front strut on 2011 Sorento broke in three places while in motion in the city (driving straight) at a speed of approximately 20 km/hr and pierced side wall of tire on driver side. No injuries but very dangerous indeed. Read details...