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Replying to: sorrentoblues (Jul 29, 2009 11:57 am) After drove it for a day I started getting that same double hitch. I've only owned this truck since October and I'm already afraid to have them work on it. I took it in earlier this week after they called me about a new "fix" for the noise. All of a sudden it has been discovered it's coming from the exhaust system. The first time I took it in I told them that. Uh, duh... I had a 9:00am appointment, was told it would take an hour. I had a 10:30 appointment with a client so I figure I was good to go. Well, that's a bit backwards, I asked how long it would take then asked if 9:00 was okay for a time. They said no problem so I made the 10:30 appointment. Long story short: I finally demanded they bring my Sorento back from the shop just before 10:00 so I could make the appointment. I'm not going to lose money because these morons can't run an efficient shop. It didn't get taken to the shop area until after 9:30 and no one ever looked at it, let alone did any work on it. It just sat there. What a bunch of losers. ````````````````` My 2008 Sorrento is currently sitting in the shop...for the third time in 1 1/2 months for the same problem. There is a noticeable "double hitch" when you come to a complete stop and also when you accelerate from a stop. The first two times I took it to KIA service, I was told that the problem was where the drive shaft and slip yoke join. There was a problem with rust buildup causing what I was feeling during braking and accelerating. They removed the drive shaft, grinded the rust off and lubricated the parts. Mind you, the car only had about 4700 miles and about 6 months on the road. The problem continued, in addition to a new rear hatch window rattle. Took it back in and this time they said they received a "bulletin" from KIA motors about the drive shaft issue, along with "special grease" that should fix the problem. They again removed the drive shaft and greased it up. Yeah right, didn't work. They also were clueless about the rear window rattle and said they would have to call an "outside window expert."???? In Ohio if the problem isn't fixed by the third service visit the car would fall under Lemon Law protection. I shouldn't have to go through this hassle for a new car. The problem is that I Love the KIA brand. Within 12 months my wife and I have purchase 3 new KIAs (07 Optima, 08 Sportage, 08 Sorrento) I traded the Sportage in for the Sorrento due to the Sportage being to small for me. We also convinced my in-laws to buy an 08 Rondo, which they love. Five months ago I would have said I will never buy another brand...now...I don't know if I can say that. |
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Replying to: dodgeman6 (Aug 22, 2009 6:45 am) |
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Replying to: jcm32336 (Sep 08, 2009 1:56 pm) 
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Replying to: jcm32336 (Sep 08, 2009 1:56 pm)
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Replying to: 2008kiasorento (Sep 08, 2009 3:00 pm)
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Replying to: jcm32336 (Oct 01, 2009 10:34 am) The light is very sensitive for sure. Try getting into the seat, and then shut the door firmly. See it the light goes out.............. Just trying to help. Good luck. We love our Sorie!! |
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Replying to: jcm32336 (Oct 01, 2009 10:34 am) |
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I purchased a 2003 Kia Sorento new and have owned it since (daughter drives it). I've had no problems with it, now at 50k. Regular oil changes and filter changes have been done at various shops (Sears, JiffyLube, etc) since closest dealer is 50 miles away. If I need warranty work done on the 10/100k, what records will be required to satisfy the dealer? I just got a new 2009 Borrego last night, and they were very keen on work being done at the dealer (really pissed me off). The dealer I bought the Sorento from did not dwell on this at all. Any help would be appreciated. 2003 EX 4WD Sorento 2009 EX V6 4wd Borrego Central Iowa |
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Replying to: cfr2 (Jan 30, 2008 11:41 am) |
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"The Sorento is stepping up its game in a big way for generation two, which goes on sale as a 2011 model in January." Weekly Top 3: Why You Should Care About The 2011 Kia Sorento (Edmunds Daily) 
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