| Issue ID | 1557262 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11197235 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 27/02/19 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The engine failed to start. The vehicle was parked on the street during the work day. The vehicle was towed to a kia dealership. We were initially told by the kia dealership that a new starter was needed. Once installed the dealership said the engine ceased. The engine only had 88,299 miles on it. The motor had to be replaced. There was no indication that something was wrong with the engine. Routine maintenance was made to the vehicle. Luckily we bought an extended warranty we we purchased this used vehicle and there was no out of pocket expense. However you are at the warranty company's mercy on whether or not the repair is covered. Although it took some time, we were covered. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 88299 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | ELK GROVE, CA |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKU4A24DGXXXXXX |
| 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 | 0 |
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