| Issue ID | 1375732 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10983574 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| File date | 04/05/17 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Car purchased in november 2014. Driver's side airbag light came on a week ago about 81,700 miles. Took to kia dealer on 5-4-17 and was told i needed a new air bag costing $1,032 as extended warranty does not cover it. Warranty should cover cost of replacing airbag as it is part of the vehicle and is faulty through no fault of my own. I have read numerous complaints online about similar issues. I am not able to replace airbags at this time due to cost. Please help. Shouldn't there be a recall from manufacturer on this. Safety is a priority. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 81700 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | MANCHESTER, NH |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKTDA66CGXXXXXX |
| 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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