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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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5XYPG4A34KG••••••2019 Kia SORENTO
This build draws 3.2× more complaints than the average 2019 Kia SORENTO build (15 vs 5).
15on this build
417on the model
88builds in total
1involved a crash
2injuries
Most reportedEngine 9Engine And Engine Cooling 1Air Bags 1Structure 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashJan 2023
The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH the vehicle crashed head on into a second vehicle. During the crash the vehicle was destroyed but the air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained multiple rib fractures, lower…
EngineApr 2026
Vehicle: 2019 Kia Sorento Issue: Engine Failure / Safety Concern Complaint: I am filing a complaint regarding a 2019 Kia Sorento that experienced sudden engine failure after clear warning signs that created a serious safety concern. The vehicle began making a loud…
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2026
Shifter stuck in park
SeatsSep 2025
The 'Gear' on the drivers seat towards middle of car (right hand drivers seat) snapped in some fashion and the seat rocks. I hear this is quite common in this car and that it costs upwards of $2,000 to repair because the entire seat has to be replaced
Back Over PreventionFeb 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while reversing in rainy weather, the rearview camera image was distorted. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V639000 (Back Over Prevention), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where…
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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 5XYPG4A34KG505661 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.