| Issue ID | 1374262 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10981281 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 09/06/16 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The second row seat on the passenger side that is supposed to fold down, use a latch to let the 3rd row passengers in or out of the vehicle , is not working level is loose feels like it is not connected to anything and the seat is stuck in the upright position. Passengers in the 3rd row have to hoop out the back hatch door. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 58000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DUBUQUE, IA |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKUDA65DGXXXXXX |
| 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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