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2004 Kia SORENTO Structure Body Hatchback Liftgate Support Dev Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	702428
Internal NHTSA #	10250088
Manufacurer	HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC
Brand	KIA
Model	SORENTO
Model Year	2004
File date	07/07/07
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEV
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	Tlthe contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. While driving approximately 30 mph on normal road conditions, the engine stalled unexpectedly and restarted after several attempts. The check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and remained lit until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the manifold gasket failed. The vehicle was repaired under warranty. On six separate occasions, the vehicle was taken back to the authorized dealer for identical failures, but there were no resolutions. The contact was responsible for the repair expense because the warranty expired. The authorized dealer replaced the crankshaft, crankshaft sensor, timing belt, and drive belt. The failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 66,000. Updated 12/23/08 the air bag illuminated and would not go out, even when someone was seated in. The headlight was blown, the rear hatch would not stay up. The dealer had to order hood struts. Updated 12/23/08.jb
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	50000
Number of Occurences	6
Source of the issue	HOTLINE VOQ
City and State	INDIANAPLOIS, IN
VIN pattern	KNDJC733345XXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	N
Was medical attention required?
Was part original equipment?
No. of injured persons	0
No. of fatalities	0
Date of purchase	17/01/05
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	Y
Cruise control	N
Number of cylinders	6
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Transmission type	AUTO
Vehicle speed	30
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Dealer's name	TOMWOOD KIA
Dealer's telephone number	317-297-2444
Dealer's city	INDIANAPOLIS
Dealer's state code	IN
Dealer's ZIP code	46254

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2004 Kia SORENTO Structure Body Hatchback Liftgate Support Dev Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2004 Kia SORENTO Structure Body Hatchback Liftgate Support Dev Problems, Complaints and Defects

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