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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5XYKT3A16DG359703 · Checked Sep 1, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 15

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5XYKT3A16DG•••••• 2013 Kia SORENTO

This build draws 3.2× more complaints than the average 2013 Kia SORENTO build (15 vs 5).

15on this build
919on the model
193builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reported Engine 10 Air Bags 2 Power Train 1 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1

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Engine fire Jan 2021
The contact owned a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while the vehicle was stopped at a red light, she saw smoke emerging from the hood and the dashboard. Upon exiting the vehicle, the contact stated that the engine had caught on fire. There were no crash or injuries due to…
Air Bags Jun 2024
I have been Trying to set up a appointment with Citrus Motors Kia, Ontario California.1350 S Woodruff Way Ontario California 91761. And they are giving me the rounds. Seen last week I have been texting them and calling. And no answer
Seat Belts Mar 2023
Rear passenger seat belt exploded
Electrical System Dec 2019
The rear taillights keep going out and making the license plate light go out too so it making the rear of the car unviable when driving at night it's a big safety issue can replace the bulbs and then they go out again
Unknown Or Other Jun 2019
ABS, tracksion control and hill crest lights want turn off
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5XYKT3A16DG359703 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.