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2006 Kia SORENTO Exterior Lighting Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	852743
Internal NHTSA #	10395268
Manufacurer	KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
Brand	KIA
Model	SORENTO
Model Year	2006
File date	06/04/11
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	I have a 2006 kia sorento. I have had to replace the battery twice (so including the original it has gone through 3 batteries since 06), i have had (and continue) to replace the bulbs in the headlights and brake lights. The dome light has ceased to work as well. I have been made aware that i am not alone in this problem but kia is not interested in doing anything about it. This is a safety issue. This last time, i drove to my destination and all was well, then when i came out to drive home.. Poof, the driver low beam was out. Any help will be appreciated.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure
Number of Occurences	1
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	ST. CLOUD, FL
VIN pattern	KNDJD733765XXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	N
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Date of purchase	23/01/25
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	N
Cruise control	N
Number of cylinders	6
Drive train type	RWD
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2006 Kia SORENTO Exterior Lighting Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2006 Kia SORENTO Exterior Lighting Problems, Complaints and Defects

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