| Issue ID | 1548558 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11190339 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 14/06/17 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Middle row seat latches are stuck and the seats cannot be moved. No access to the third row because the latches are stuck. Also, one of the seats is stuck in a reclined position, which i believe is unsafe in case of an accident. Both of my young children's car seats are in that row. Apparently, it is a common issue with this make and model of vehicle. The latches are located next to the headrests on both seats. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SPRING CITY, PA |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKWDA2XBGXXXXXX |
| 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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