Are there any recalls on the 2011 Kia Sorento?
Kia: some vehicles have an incorrect stop lamp switch, that is inoperative, due to an improper repair of stop lamp switch under recall campaign sc098 was performed. model 2011 sorento. Kia motors: installing an additional ground cable to the battery may cause sensor problems.
What should I do with my Kia Sorento TSBs?
Pitstop – engine component re-use guidelines – in general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. NHTSA’s feed only includes summaries. For the full text of TSBs: Get a 1 year subscription for only $19.95 from ALLDATAdiy!
What does the malfunction light on on a Kia Sorento mean?
Kia motors: 2011-2012 sorento. malfunction light is on with stored trouble codes. Kia: the malfunction light is on with an internal trouble code stored. theere is a procedure for updating the power control module. 2011 sorento. Kia: the procedure to upgrade the powertrain control module. NHTSA’s feed only includes summaries.
Is the crankshaft pulley bolt on a Kia Sorento broken?
UPDATE: A class action lawsuit brought against Kia Motors in regard to the breakage of the crankshaft pulley bolt on Kia Sorento models with the 3.5L V6 may provide relief to some customers who paid to have the repair performed at a Kia authorized repair facility. There are a few caveats, however:
Is there a problem with the Kia Sorento engine?
Problem Description In order to correct a problem with the Kia Sorento 3.5l V6 engine that results in difficulty starting, engine vibration, or a rattling soundfrom the engine compartment, Kia released an updated crankshaft pulley bolt.
Where is the harmonic balancer on a Kia Sorento?
The fact that the harmonic balancer almost sits flush on the end of the crank shaft with no woodruff key (just a roll pin) seems to be a bad design too (have not ever seen this done). This 2004 Sorrento now has 160K on it. Very strong engine, still has a drinking problem. I have had the crank shaft bolt break 2x and unscrew 2x.
What causes a crankshaft pulley bolt to break?
There are 2 problems here. Yes, the bolt needs replaced but the reason the bolt breaks is because the crankshaft gear has one single pin that shears off over time and causes the bolt to break. If you dont replace the gear or put a stronger pin in, which we did, you will end up with the same results.