2014 KIA SORENTO Structure Problems
5 NHTSA complaints on file
Structure Issues in the 2014 KIA SORENTO
5 structure complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 KIA SORENTO. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.
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Injuries
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All Structure Complaints
First off, we love the KIA Brand of vehicles. This is our fourth Kia. We also presently own a 2010 Optima with white paint and no peeling issues. Our Sorrento is currently showing (as of today) 133418 Miles. Sad to say that this is the only KIA we have ever owned with this very defective paint issue. Several months ago, I started to see several other 2014 Sorrento with the same peeling paint issues, so it wasn't just our vehicle. Your company is in the business of producing sophisticated and desirable vehicles designed by engineers who can cover all the bases in the manufacturing process. With the exception of this faulty paint issue, KIA has achieved this goal. I can only hope that KIA recognized this paint failure early and will go on to the next design phase. 1n my humble opinion, if KIA wants to keep growing the company...
The Paint above the front windshield is chipping and continues to get worst with rust and paint. I've seen multiple Kia Sorento just like my model with the same issue. My paint began peeling in a tiny spot I thought was a chip from a rock but rapidly began peeling all over. KIA SORENTO SNOW WHITE PAINT PEELING CHIPPING AND DELAMINATION. I believe the ENTIRE kia needs to repainted and fixing one spot is not the solution!! This includes the top of the car and racks on top, Mine are silver and peeling .
The Snow white pearl paint on my 2014 Kia Sorento has started de-laminating and peeling. It became noticeable on the driver's side door post, which has peeled and grown to a substantial area since I first noticed it. Smaller areas can also be identified on the back bumper, the hood, and several other panels of the vehicle. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The problem has been confirmed by a certified body shop (Caliber Collision in Happy Valley Arizona). Please contact for additional details if needed. Attached photos are of the damage as of 1/30/2023. Paint condition continues to deteriorate and more photos will be available tracking the progression of the de-lamination.
2014 KIA SORRENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE DRIVER SEAT, ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VERY LARGE SEATS WERE A PROBLEM FOR HER, AS THEY WERE HARD TO ADJUST. THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE DRIVER'S SEAT AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, IN THE MOST FORWARD AND HIGHEST SEAT POSITION, WAS SO GREAT, SHE WAS ONLY ABLE TO ENGAGE THE PEDALS WITH HER TOES. THE CONSUMER STATED SHE COULD BARELY SEE THE HOOD AND COULDN'T SEE OR DISTANCE THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THEREFORE, SHE WAS FORCED TO USE BOTH A MANUFACTURER'S VEHICLE SEAT CUSHION AND A THICK CHAIR CUSHION UNDERNEATH THAT, TO BE ABLE TO RAISE HER BODY UP AND CLOSER TO THE DASH. ALSO, THERE WAS AND CONTINUES TO BE A SUBTLE, CHIRPING, RHYTHMIC SOUND COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT TIRE OR WHEEL WELL. THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN STATED HE DID NOT HEAR A NOISE....
THE TWO REAR, FIXED WINDOWS LEAKED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN A TOUCHLESS CARWASH. THE DEALERSHIP AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AND ARE HAVING A GLASS EXPERT INSPECT THE TRIM AND SEAL. THE CAUSE OF THE LEAKS IS CURRENTLY UNKNOWN. *TR
Other 2014 KIA SORENTO Problem Areas
Engine
376 complaints
Structurebody
149 complaints
Electrical System
141 complaints
Unknown Or Other
141 complaints
Exterior Lighting
79 complaints
Power Train
64 complaints
Air Bags
51 complaints
Fuelpropulsion System
45 complaints
Service Brakes
41 complaints
Steering
34 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulic
31 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control
30 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling
20 complaints
Suspension
16 complaints
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
15 complaints
Electronic Stability Control Esc
11 complaints
Seats
11 complaints
Visibilitywiper
10 complaints
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
8 complaints
Wheels
8 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlights
5 complaints
Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection
4 complaints
Seat Belts
4 complaints
Back Over Prevention Warnings
3 complaints
Firerelated
3 complaints
Fuel System Gasoline
3 complaints
Latcheslockslinkages
3 complaints
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
3 complaints
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
2 complaints
Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking
2 complaints
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
2 complaints
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
2 complaints
Service Brakes Airantilockabs Warning Light
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipwheel Speed Sensortone Ring
2 complaints
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingenginecrankcamshaft Position Sensor
1 complaint
Equipment Adaptivemobility
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingheadlightsbulbs
1 complaint
Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control
1 complaint
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
1 complaint
Lane Departure Assist
1 complaint
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airantilockcontrol Unitmodule
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
1 complaint
Structurebodydoor
1 complaint
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
1 complaint
Structurebodyhoodhinge And Attachmentssupport Devicestrut
1 complaint
Tires
1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
1 complaint
Visibility
1 complaint
Visibilityglass Siderear
1 complaint
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
1 complaint