| Issue ID | 1472930 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11100526 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 11/01/18 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The seat belt light has become illuminated due to a sensor failure in the passenger seat. This problem is well known and discussed among kia owners. The failure of the sensor causes all of the airbag system to fail and the airbags will not deploy. With the recent recalls to other kia and hyundai models, this model should be expanded to include this model. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 85000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SAINT CHARLES, IL |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKT3A11DGXXXXXX |
| 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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