I tried months ago to have my 2011 KIA Sorento LX 3.5L v6 AWD to get the recalls fixed @ KIA in Yorkville,New York. They said they couldn't fix the recalls that were on the vehicle because supposedly the suspension is unsafe. But I already had the vehicle on a lift 4 times since,6 times total to get parts installed from my mechanic. If it was so unsafe,how could my mechanic lift the vehicle without any issues. I needed to get the underbody sprayed to stop rust and corrosion but KIA refused me.The recall for the ABS module needed fixing,they refused me. Having problems with the ABS and my subframe/crossmember broke. I feel the spray could've helped
2011 Kia Sorento suspension problems
56 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 50,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 56
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 50,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Front3
- Rear1
- Front: springs: coil springs1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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25k-50k
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175k-200k
200k+
Kia Sorento suspension problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 Kia Sorento suspension
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2011 Kia Sorento owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Subframe, in the rear, where lateral arms are connected completely rusted off from the rest of the subframe. The control arm has broken off and is now rubbing against fuel tank. Car is unrepairable and undrivable.
The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving 15-20 MPH, the axle popped out of the transmission, and fractured the lower ball joints and steering system. There was an abnormal burning electrical odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The local dealer was not contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Transmission, shocks and struts had to be replaced. Kia was having a hard bump knock when it changed gears driving down the highway, we had it looked at several times by the Kia dealer and they couldn't find anything wrong. Eventually had to replace the parts above.
3 different episodes suv will start by appear warning lights downhill, slippery road, abs, engine , decrease speed, shuts down, tire pressure finally battery dead and rubber smell. I've had it fixed once mentioned it was Altarnator, second time battery, finally third time something electrical or unknown. Total cost now $3000 and my life in danger al 3 times and towec.
Brakes feel softer, rear brake burnt smell, replaced brakes one month ago. Headlight and taillight bulbs replaced several times in last 3 months due to blinking blowing replaced and starts over again. Screen will not turn on until car has run for 45 minutes. Cannot use back until screen turns on. Leaving car parked until I can get brake system fixed. Noticed brake light on dash and car with swerve light on dash. Too scared to drive until at least brakes are fixed. Reached out to dealership. No part available for recall which most likely is failing my brakes
For awhile now the suspension seems to be worse. Almost every time I go around a corner either to the left or to the right there is a clanging clanging noise. It seems as thought the car is falling apart coming from the back of the car.
Vehicle front k frame is severly rusted causing concerns with front suspension stablilty.
Vehicle was being operated at a speed of 35 MPH when the right front strut suffered a structural failure. There was no impact, strut failed due to corrosion. Vehicle has 85500 miles on it.
2011 kia sorento ex 3.5 engine sport utility vehicle has randomly changed in the way its feels safe with rough instability in my suspension components.my brakes failed while driving on a random basis as well as when car is parked will randomly click in my gear shift mechanism and will fail to lock when car is parked and shut off it will click when brakes are depressed.my front lights have dimmed and both brake lights have burned out consistently as well as my steering wheel has failed with electrical components randomly.car horn is inoperable and my cruise control stop functioning. My alternator burned out on me and my car has historial proof of consistent maintenance with car fax report in hand .my gas milage has since decreased. My suspension feels unsafe to drive and really bad on bumps and average road conditions are also very unpleasant so I have parked it until it's fixed for active recalls and other potential manufacturer defects
Questions about the 2011 Kia Sorento suspension
Does the 2011 Kia Sorento have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 56 complaints about the suspension of the 2011 Kia Sorento, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2011 Kia Sorento suspension problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 50,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Kia Sorento suspension?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Kia Sorento have bad suspension?
The Kia Sorento model years with the most suspension complaints are 2011 (56 complaints), 2004 (30 complaints) and 2005 (25 complaints).
Other 2011 Kia Sorento problems
Engine 316Body 268Transmission 265Electrical 246Airbags 183Brakes 132Lights 105Acceleration 63Steering 53Locks 33Driver assistance 30Visibility 29Seats 21Fuel system 19Seat belts 11Wheels 9Tires 6
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