| Issue ID | 1410647 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11030272 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 15/09/17 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Sway bar failure the vehicle has a "knocking noise" when traveling over slight bumps and corning. Upon inspection, the sway bar (stabilizer link bar) is loose and in need of replacement. This is a routine issue with the kia vehicles however even after replacement the issue returns. The sway bar (stabilizer link bar) is part of the suspension system which helps reduce body roll of a vehicle during fast corning and over road irregularities. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 76939 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | RUTLAND, VT |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKU4A26BGXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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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| Vehicle speed | 25 |
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