2013 Kia Sorento: recalls and problems
5 recalls and 981 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
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Most common problems
What owners report
The paint is peeling really bad .it's been peeling and rusting horribly.
The paint on the car is peeling off down to the metal of the car.
The contact owns a 2013 kia sorento. the contact stated that there was a knocking sound coming from the vehicle with the engine warning light illuminated. the contact used a diagnostic machine to retrieve dtc: p0136, p0172 system, to the rich bank, and p1326 control module which indicated that the knock sensor needed to be replaced. the vehicle was towed to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the oil
Ac stopped, engine began to struggle, engine light came on and engine over heated. pulled off highway to be towed. dealer found metal in oil and suggested possible manufacturer defect issue.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Kia Sorento SUV AWD | ||||
| 2013 Kia Sorento SUV FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Sorento. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.