| Issue ID | 1467658 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11094099 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SORENTO |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 06/05/18 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Vehicle was under light load travelling approximately 55 mph on level ground on a state route and suffered catastrophic engine failure. It had a load banging/clacking sound and screeching then seized up bringing vehicle to a stop before i could safely pull off the roadway. Mileage at the time was approximately 100,700. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and service determined the engine repairable and in need of complete replacement. Warranty coverage has been denied. Cost to replace the engine are $5000 for a used engine to over $6000 for a rebuilt/re manufactured replacement. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 100700 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SPRINGFIELD, OH |
| VIN pattern | 5XYKT3A68FGXXXXXX |
| 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 | 55 |
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