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2022 Kia Sorento
2022 Kia Sorento: power train leads the owner complaints
Owners filed 181 complaints with NHTSA. The power train is the most reported area at 33%, followed by the engine (28%) and electrical system (15%). No injuries or deaths are reported across any area. A handful of complaints mention a crash or fire, so read the details below before buying.
Most reported areas
Power Train safety 33%
The single biggest complaint: 59 reports (33%), including 1 crash. Watch for transmission trouble such as failing to engage in Drive or Reverse.
Engine0 28%
Second most reported: 50 reports (28%), with no crashes, fires, or injuries. Owners describe sudden loss of power while driving, so check for it on a test drive.
Electrical System safety 15%
27 reports (15%), including 1 fire. Owners report losing power with multiple dashboard warning lights coming on at once.
Service Brakes0 9%
17 reports (9%), with no crashes, fires, or injuries. The common theme is brake vibration when slowing down, sometimes early in the car's life.
Vehicle Speed Control safety 8%
The fewest at 14 reports (8%), but tied to 1 crash. One owner describes a parked vehicle rolling away on its own.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 181 complaints
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