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5XYPG4A39KG••••••2019 Kia SORENTO
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2019 Kia SORENTO build (10 vs 5).
10on this build
414on the model
88builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedStructure 3Engine 2Engine And Engine Cooling 2Seat Belts 1
What owners of this build wrote
EnginefireJun 2025
The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed in stop-and-go traffic, the driver noticed smoke emerging from under the hood, pulled over, exited the vehicle, opened the hood, and saw flames. The contact removed items from the…
StructureOct 2025
The paint is peeling terrible. Has not been inspected by anyone
Unknown Or OtherApr 2025
Paint is peeling. Only have 100,000 miles. Paint is peeling off badly
Engine And Engine CoolingSep 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the oil level was constantly checked since purchasing the vehicle. The contact stated she was aware of the oil consumption because the oil had to be topped off after each oil change. The contact stated that there was…
Seat BeltsApr 2019
Rear seat belts do not stay latched. I have car seats installed with the seat belts and the keep coming undone, whether there is a child in the seat or not. This has been happening since I purchased the vehicle, at 167 miles!! Am at 417 now and it has happened at least 5 more…
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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 5XYPG4A39KG436174 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.