NHTSA Complaint #11459410 — 2017 KIA SORENTO

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11459410
Vehicle	2017 KIA SORENTO
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	March 1, 2020
Date Filed	April 3, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MA

Consumer Description

I purchased a new 2017 Kia Sorento LX AWD and have been having an issue with the steering for a few years. When attempting to keep the car traveling straight at highway speeds, there is a need to force the wheel. This results in overcompensation in steering and can be dangerous. I have seen this issue described as Notchy and Sticky steering. Initially in an effort to correct the problem I had the tires rotated and an alignment done however this did not make a difference. The issue seems to only occur if driving 50 MPH or higher and traveling in a straight direction.

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