| Issue ID | 1472975 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11100556 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 01/05/14 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The front passenger and the the two back door as well as the back (entry to crgo area) locks do not open with any device.... Only the drivers door unlocks., the aforementioned have to be opened by hand.. They do close when the key is in ignition and the drive or reverse is engaged, but they do not reopen when pressing open latch at drivers side., this could be a safety problem when one needs to open the door from inside or outside. Had vehicle checked at kia dealer in mississippi and was told that all three actuators were gone and that drivers was on the way out. This to me is a total defect.... Many consumer complaints have been addressed about door locks on some kias. There is no reason for 3 to go out at the same time. The car is not in warranty and the cost to repair was over $800. 00 i believe that this should be a recall item and that kia should have to pay for the work. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 79800 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | NORTH FORT MYERS, FL |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKT3A62EGXXXXXX |
| 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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