| Issue ID | 1716697 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11387497 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 01/08/20 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 kia sorento. The contact stated that an independent mechanic diagnosed that the oil sensor was not operable and the check engine light wa illuminated while operating the vehicle. The failure was caused by an oil leak next to the engine main seal. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was concerned that the engine would overheat and catch on fire. The local dealer was not notified. The failure mileage was 126,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 126000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | WEST BRIDEWATER, MA |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKUDA24DGXXXXXX |
| 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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