KIA SORENTO

This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS

    If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVEUS

    THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG IS TURNED OFF WHEN THE OCS MISCLASSIFIES AN ADULT PASSENGER. WITH THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF, THE FRONT PASSENGER WILL NOT HAVE THE PROTECTION OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAGS IN SOME FRONTAL COLLISIONS, THUS INCREASING THE RISK OF OCCUPANT INJURY.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCHUS

    Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.

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    EQUIPMENTUS

    WITHOUT THE CIRCUIT PROTECTION, THE MODULE CAN OVERHEAT POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPERUS

    AS A RESULT, BRAKE FLUID WILL LEAK, FOLLOWED BY ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT INDICATING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IS LOW AND SHOULD BE CHECKED, THEN A SOFT OR SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL FEEL, AND IF NOT SERVICED, REDUCED BRAKING POWER WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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    ENGINEUS

    A fire increases the risk of injury.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS

    WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY OCCUR THAT CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

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    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTUS

    DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION MAY CAUSE LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS

    Without requiring the brake to be pressed, the vehicle may be unintentionally shifted out of Park, allowing it to roll, which may result in a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS

    An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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    ENGINEUS

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS

    Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    ENGINEUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

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    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFTUS

    A fractured front axle may result in a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, it may roll away. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS

    If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS

    An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

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    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDALUS

    If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.

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    SEATSUS

    In the event of a crash, the driver seatback frame could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

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    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFTUS

    A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash and injury.

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    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLYUS

    If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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    SUSPENSION:REARUS

    The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

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    TRAILER HITCHESUS

    If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    TRAILER HITCHESUS

    A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOWUS

    If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

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    STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEMUS

    If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAUS

    A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

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    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS

    Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTORUS

    A fire increases the risk of injury.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGERUS

    An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

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    TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIREUS

    Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash.

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    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAUS

    A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    A detached air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS

    A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTSUS

    A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELUS

    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

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    TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIREUS

    Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.

Canada

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.