| Issue ID | 1355754 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10954205 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 10/02/17 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While traveling at 75 mph on the freeway. The compression went to zero and the vehicle stalled in a dangerous location next to a guardrail. The engine oil flowed out of the engine and there was dark smoke billowing out of the exhaust. The kia was towed home at my expense. The vehicle had service through its' entire warranty period with kia dealership. They made major repairs as well as oil changes for compliance with warranty. The vehicle is out of warranty by 20k. Kia will not cover the engine replacement which is needed. This is the same pattern of mechanical failure regarding engine oil problems leading to catastrophic engine failure and costly repairs. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 120000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | FLAGSTAFF, AZ |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKT3A14DGXXXXXX |
| 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 | 75 |
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