| Issue ID | 1258821 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10824000 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 01/02/16 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia sorento. The contact stated that the engine experienced a loss of power; however, the radio, bluetooth, and exterior lighting still worked. In addition, the vehicle could not be shifted except between neutral or drive. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was stopped after rolling into a parking space against a curb. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where the tow truck driver was able to get the vehicle out of gear into park. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000. Updated 04/08/16*lj *js |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 91000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | ANTHEM, AZ |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKTDA25BGXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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