2016 Kia Sorento: recalls and problems

Power Train2026-09-24

Hard shifting and kia said i need a new transmission, 99,500 miles

Power Train,Engine2026-09-20

Upon a catastrophic engine failure tasca kia replaced engine under theta ii settlement. i picked up my kia on 9/12. engine is not running properly. it’s jerking and there is loud mechanical knocking. i don’t feel safe driving. i’ve contacted kia corporate beginning 9/16 who contacted tasca to arrange for tow and loaner. they said tasca service mgr would contact soon to set up. they never did. i called corporate again

Engine2026-09-08

I am filing this complaint regarding a 2016 kia sorento, vin [xxx]. the vehicle suddenly broke down while my [xxx] daughter was driving in [xxx] and was taken to sooner kia in [xxx]. the dealership diagnosed the engine as seized and stated that it failed because there was no oil, requiring engine replacement. we dispute that conclusion. within approximately five minutes of the breakdown, my daughter checked the oil

Power Train,Electrical System2026-09-08

I am filing a safety complaint regarding a severe, sudden electronic and mechanical failure of the shift interlock system and the body control module (bcm) that compromises vehicle control and leaves the vehicle stranded in active traffic conditions. while attempting to operate the vehicle, the shifter lever suddenly became physically jammed and highly resistant, refusing to shift out of the "park" position or smooth