Issue ID | 1272406 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10852519 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | SORENTO |
Model Year | 2004 |
File date | 05/01/16 |
Component | STRUCTURE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. The contact stated that the stability bar/torque bar that supports the rear suspension for the tire was not structurally sound and had extensive rust and corrosion on the piping. The parts needed to be replaced. The mechanic indicated that the manufacturer needed to provide a permanent repair or solution to repair the vehicle, and recommended that the vehicle be inspected and diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000. Updated 10/13/16*lj |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 150000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | EAST PROVIDENCE, RI |
VIN pattern | KNDJD733745XXXXXX |
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 |
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Date of purchase | 25/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | Y |
Cruise control | Y |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
Drive train type | RWD |
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