| Issue ID | 1588103 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11240974 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 29/07/19 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2013 kia sorento, knocking in engine. Kia says it needs a new engine. They did last 3 oil changes with no issues reported. They put a claim in for warranty and warranty company is being difficult with approval. Car has had no issues, bought new with 100 miles. Was in motion on highway. Apparently no recall on my vehicle. If engine had blown on highway it could have caused a crash with injury and or death. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 53000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SOUTH WINDSOR, CT |
| 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 | 65 |
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