2012
Kia
Sorento
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276 hp @ 6300 rpm
Horsepower
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
276 hp
Horsepower
248 ft-lb
Torque
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.5 - 10.3 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity68.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,049 mm
Front Legroom
955 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Lumbar Support
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Bluetooth
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Backup Camera
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Monitoring
Security
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
15 ft3.9"
4.67m
Width
6 ft2.2"
1.89m
Height
5 ft8.7"
1.75m
Wheelbase
8 ft10.3"
2.7m
Gallery
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Colors
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Dark Cherry
#4A1210
Titanium Silver
#6A6866
Ebony Black
#000000
Bright Silver
#787B81
White Sand Beige
#D0CCC4
Pacific Blue
#343F4D
Tuscan Olive
#52563C
Java Brown
#403524
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
858 complaints reported to NHTSA
858
Total Reports
21
Crashes
36
Injuries
71
Fires
Most Common Issues
ENGINE
451
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
126
SERVICE BRAKES
98
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
78
AIR BAGS
77
HYDRAULIC
65
Recent Reports
ODI #11701341
Nov 24, 2025
ENGINE
Engine Intake gasket oil leak.
Incident: Oct 20, 2025VIN: 5xyku3a64cg***
ODI #11694509
Oct 20, 2025
Fire
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that, while driving at 60 MPH, she observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment, prompting her to attempt to pull to the shoulder of the roadway. During the attempt, the contact stated that she then heard an abnormal pop, after which the vehicle lost motive power, and within a moment, the entire front end of the vehicle was engulfed in flames. Upon exiting the vehicle and being assisted by bystanders, the contact was informed that the bystanders had attempted to alert her on the road as they had observed flames emanating from underneath the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a storage facility but had yet to be deemed a total loss by the contact's insurance provider. A fire report was filed. A police report was not filed, and injuries were not reported. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 106,334.
Incident: Oct 18, 2025VIN: 5XYKUCA67CG***
ODI #11689440
Sep 24, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sorento. While the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled and went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact used a portable diagnostic machine and retrieved DTC: C1613,C1205, C1206, C1207, C1208, C1210 and C1211. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 204,000.
Incident: Sep 12, 2025VIN: 5XYKT3A64CG***
ODI #11688229
Sep 18, 2025
Crash2 injured
AIR BAGSSTRUCTUREENGINE
Hey I’ve Recently Wrecked My Vehicle Due To Malfunctions This Year Just A Few Months Ago & I Reported It To The Dealer Before I Crashed It. That Something Was Wrong With The Engine And Also Sent The Dealership I Purchased It From Videos Before Hand But Nobody Would Listen To Me. Now My Car Is Sitting In A lot Engine Blowed And I Can’t Afford Another One. I Have Proof , Names And Also Couldn’t Get My Car Fixed Because I Only Had Liability Insurance Only. No Report Was Filed Because Me And The Other Vehicle Was Transported To Uab Hospital.
Incident: Apr 4, 2025VIN: 5XYKT3A11CG***
ODI #11684273
Sep 1, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My pearl white paint is chipping and peeling off my car
Incident: Sep 1, 2025VIN: 5XYKT3A61CG***
ODI #11681568
Aug 19, 2025
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULICENGINE
The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked with an abnormal rattling coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, and the vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that there were metal shavings found inside the engine. The dealer requested that the contact provide the history of maintenance on the vehicle. The contact provided documents; however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair due to a lack of maintenance on the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. The failure persisted, and the vehicle remained at the residence unrepaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 11,877.
Incident: May 18, 2022VIN: 5XYKT3A65CG***
ODI #11679948
Aug 11, 2025
SERVICE BRAKESFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Parking lights stay on, change brake light switch but the hole that the switch goes in is not aligned with the brake stopper to turn off the stop brakes, therefore it remains on. Battery needs to be unplugged to keep from draining. The mechanism to stop the lights from remaining on is somehow shifted to no longer turn off the brake lights.
Incident: Aug 11, 2025VIN: 5XYKU4A66CG***
ODI #11666032
Jun 10, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I smelled fuel in & around vehicle. Did some checking discovered cracked fuel rail , causing significant fuel leak when engine is on. Did some more research online discovered 2012 KIA Sedona recall SC188 “fuel rail leak” Identical issue my 2012 Sorento has but my VIN does not come up with fuel leak recall. There is however recall 23V652 HECU replacement- engine fire possible
Incident: Jun 9, 2025VIN: 5XYKT4A24CG***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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