Why does my Kia Sorento stall at idle?

I took my 2008 Kia Soreto to three shops before one found a dirty throttle body which was breaking the electronic throttle pedal circuit. Got it cleaned and the car even starts better in the morning. Accelerator pedal stops working shortly after pulling away. Engine does not stall but stays at idle.

Why does my 2016 Kia Sorento not start?

2016 sorento wont crank, no click or any sound when key is turned. All electrical components work inside the cabin and had the battery tested it is good. Tried cranking with it in neutral and still nothing. Any thoughts? I bought a Sorento diesel 2004 and it stalls when starting it.

What kind of engine does a Kia Sorento have?

I own a Kia Sorento 2.5 2002 automatic 4×4 and, in 2012 I made a trip with it. When exceeding 70 mph, the engine stalled. I waited for a minute, and was able to start driving again.

How to find out if your Kia Sorento is recalled?

Call dealers with the vehicle VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) to determine vehicle eligibility. Owners also can call Kia Customer Service at 800-333-4542 or the NHTSA at 888-327-4236. Reference Kia Service Campaign # SC106.” Keith Griffin has been writing continuously about new cars since 2002.

What was the cause of a 2006 Kia Sorento engine failure?

The contact owned a 2006 Kia Sorento. While the vehicle was off, the engine caught fire. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. The cause of the failure could not be determined. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. An independent mechanic deemed the vehicle a total loss.

I own a Kia Sorento 2.5 2002 automatic 4×4 and, in 2012 I made a trip with it. When exceeding 70 mph, the engine stalled. I waited for a minute, and was able to start driving again.

Why does my Kia Sorento not start in the morning?

Engine Computer Radio Battery Noise Won’t start My Kia lately is not starting in the morning, I’d did it 3 months ago too and the battery service repair man installed a new battery, afterwards the car started fine and ran very well.

What was the problem with my Kia Sorento?

It was inconsistent stalling (4 times in 3 years) that couldn’t be duplicated when taken to the dealership. If I put the Sorento in park and restart it would be fine. It would only happen when I stop and go. Final time it stalled out for good on the freeway.

Why is the accelerator pedal not working on my Kia Sorento?

Is there a sound when you crank the Sorento?

How does Kia Idle Stop and go work?

Kia has had an eye on eco-friendly technologies for a while now, which is why they introduced their ISG system (Idle Stop and Go). How exactly does Kia ISG work? Kia’s ISG system automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle is stuck in traffic, immediately starting it again when the driver needs to move.

Where did Kia Motor Sorento engine shut off without warning?

See all problems of the 2015 Kia Motor Sorento . I was driving on the highway i95 south in south carolina almost to the georgia border doing 70 mph in the middle lane when my engine shut down without a warning while passing another vehicle on the right.

How many times does a Kia Sorento stall?

More than one Kia Sorento owner went so far as to post a video on YouTube. Frankly this video is not worth watching but what she said is worth noting, her Sorento stalled six times with no results from the dealership who was as stumped as she was.

When does the Idle Stop and go system stop working?

The hot-selling Soul crossover and Rio sub-compact car are the US Kia models that feature the fuel-saving ISG system. When does ISG stop working? Kia says that the Idle Stop & Go (ISG) system does not operate in circumstances where there is risk of excessive strain of the car’s battery.

Are there any mechanical problems with my Kia Sorento?

The sections below go over common Kia Sorento mechanical problems that have popped up since 2011 and what you can do about it. In some cases, selling to CarBrain might be the right choice for you. Drivers with a 2011-2019 Sorentos have complained that the engine may stop working entirely without warning.

What’s the average price of a Kia Sorento?

Kia Sorento Engine hesitates during acceleration Inspection costs $85 on average. It can be frustrating for any driver to expect certain acceleration from their vehicle only to find that the vehicle seems to be hesitant while speeding up.

Why does my Kia Sorento make a noise when I start the car?

This has been going on since I purchased the car in May. Loud engine rattle noise when starting engine that has been shut off overnight.sounds like the camshaft chain hydraulic tensioner is bleeding down.tensioner does not maintain a correct initial position.noise diminishes within a minute or so of stationary engine run.

What kind of engine does Kia Sorento have?

Like many others, my 2019 Kia Sorento V6 AWD stumbles, hesitates and jerks when accelerating from a stop. Does it more pronounced when the vehicle is cold.

Can a Kia Sorento engine shut off while driving?

Hello , I was driving my 2016 kia Sorento and my car engine just shut off and stopped while driving. This needs to be readdress and made sure all kia Sorento do not have the same problem. It was very scary while driving on a highway and this happening. Was driving on the freeway and heard a sound as if I had ran over a piece of plastic.

How often does a Kia Sorento engine stall?

Stalled several times a week and using a ton of oil. I’ve had the electrical module replaced, crankshaft sensor 2x, alternator, throttle body, cam sensor, map sensor, pcv valve and the engine scoped. Now the engine light started flashing, the vehicle got sluggish and the engine expired.

Is there a recall on the Kia Sorento?

Recall on GDi engine, took into Kia 2017 and they said it was fine. First failure 6 months prior to engine seize on freeway, could have died, but coasted to side of road. Didn’t know the cause but after the car sat for some hours and cooled down, it started. Fast forward four months and a knocking sound started, very light, more upon acceleration.

Is there no oil light on Kia Sorento?

We discovered there was little to no oil on the dipstick, there was no oil light warning, no engine light or any other signs it was low on oil. The oil has been changed regularly.

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