2004 Kia Sorento: multiple warning lights

Filed Jul 6, 2016 · Engine, Steering · 121,000 miles · CA

I was driving our 2004 kia sorento with my 3 young children in the car. Driving down a city street at 45 MPH the car began to jerk as all the lights flashed on the dashboard. I lost all power, but I was able to cruise to park next to a curb, however the vehicle would not restart. I had it towed to my mechanic. The mechanic found that the crankshaft sprocket, key shaft, damper pulley, and crank bolt all were damaged and needed to be replaced.

Filed Aug 17, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 92,400 miles · MI

I was driving approximately 35-40 MPH and my car suddenly lost power with all the dash lights briefly coming on (battery, oil, etc.). Fortunately I was close to a side street and was able to make a hard turn and coast to the curb. I waited a minute and was able to restart the vehicle. I drove home and there was one more incident when the car started to lose power (lights dimmed) however I pushed on the gas and it powered up again. I have had the lights dim and the car seemingly lose power several times. Just prior to this the car typically hesitates when you are going full speed and then the dimming occurs. I've had my car idle at stop signs and at train crossings and have not experienced any power loss. It always seems to happen while driving 35-40 MPH or more. I've had it happen while driving 60-70 MPH on the highway. I had a diagnostic run on the car at the dealership with no concerning results. I've had a mechanic I trust check the alternator, the spark plugs, flush the coolant, put in fuel cleaner, etc. And he cannot locate the problem.

Filed Jul 27, 2015 · Engine · 177,000 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. While driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle lost all electrical power. The vehicle stalled and all the warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road and after opening the hood of the vehicle, the contact noticed that the drive belts fractured. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the crank shaft pulley was loose and the crank shaft bolt had fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 177,000. Updated 9/21/15 *ln.....updated 10/01/15

Filed May 13, 2015 · Engine, Steering · 124,094 miles · NC

In this instance, the car failed to start. However, there were several more incidents concerning the same issues. In those instances, the car would suddenly lose power, stall out and if able to be restarted, could be driven with a lag in the engine a short distance before all the dash lights would turn on and the car would lose power steering. In two instances, the power steering was suddenly lost when making a left turn with a break across oncoming traffic.

Filed Jan 26, 2013 · Transmission · 168,431 miles · IN

While driving all warning lights came on and all belts broke steering wouldn't work.

Filed Dec 14, 2012 · Engine · 36,471 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sorento. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle lost complete power and all of the warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact restarted the vehicle and took it to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the crank shaft sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The failure mileage was 36,471.

Filed Dec 28, 2011 · Engine · NY

While driving I suddenly heard a sound coming from my engine and several dashboard lights illuminated. I was able to drive the car to the auto mechanic that works on my car who informed me that it was a crank pulley bolt that had sheared off. The mechanic also informed me this is a very common problem with kias. After doing a lot of internet research I found out that this is true. The car has 135,000 on it. I have spent over $4,000 on repairs on this car in the last year. It seems that everything decided to go this year. I only do highway driving and I am the only owner. I am very careful with my car. Any chance kia will reimburse?

Filed Jan 2, 2011 · Engine · 155,000 miles · MO

I was driving along the interstate at aprox. 70 MPH. I heard a ticking noise and looked at the dash. No warning lights. I rolled the window up, could not hear the noise any longer and continued down the road. I rolled the window back down, the ticking got louder, all lights on the dash light up, engine stalls, and as I'm moving to the emergency lane, the temp. Gauge moves to the red. The vehicle has 155,000 miles on it so the warranty is up. However, this problem occurred because of the fluid leaking out of the water reservoir. If kia was aware of this problem and did not issue a recall, knowing that this could cause serious engine problems, why are they not responsible for this motor? The repairs are going to cost more than 5000 dollars and that is if I can find a replacement motor from a secondary dealer. I have considered trying to find a used motor but I am now hearing that this particular motor has had a problem with the #6 cylinder wall failing, and I do not want to sink that kind of money into this vehicle without the assurance that I will not have to go through this again in 6 months. Has anyone else heard of this? Are there any class action suits against kia? This should not be tolerated. If you spend 28,000 dollars on a vehicle, change the oil every 3 to 5 thousand miles, you should expect more than 155,000 miles out of it. Kia should be held accountable!