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2017 Kia Sorento Body & Structure Problems

12 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data

12
Complaints
Jan 2019Dec 2023
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (12)

criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2021

The rear door handle fell off as I went to open it. This is also the side that my 5-year-old daughter sits on. If there were an accident and the door handle just fell off, it could be devestating.

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NHTSA #: 11432126
criticalSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2020

My panoramic sunroof exploded while I was driving on the interstate for no apparent reason. No impact; I saw nothing, witnesses behind me say nothing hit me, I wasn't under an overpass, I wasn't following anyone closely. Driving straight at about 75mph.

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NHTSA #: 11300709
criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jan 2019

I own a 2017 kia sorento and experienced an exploding sunroof while driving no more than 20 MPH on 1/4/19. I was turning right from a side road onto a larger main road and just starting to accelerate when I heard a loud bang. I though my car backfired.

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NHTSA #: 11171045
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Apr 2025

Above the windshield on the driver's side, paint is progressively peeling away with regular operation of my pearl-white 2017 Kia Sorento. What began as a very small and barely noticeable chip in the paint has progressed to a large paint-less spot. On the hood and surrounding areas, paint chips are appearing as well.

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NHTSA #: 11655450
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Mar 2021

Automatic rear liftgate closed on my hand and did not release. Sensors did not activate. Car was parked on a deserted residential street, engine was not running.I could not reach hatch to open the door.

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NHTSA #: 11403353
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Dec 2023

The vehicle is in immacutlate condition and when I went to wash it yesterday I noticed what appear to be a spot. When I sprayed with water the paint peeled off and I noted that it is dowing this on other spots on the bumper. I take excellent care of this car and to see paint peeling off when the car has not even done 100,000 miles is very disappointing.

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NHTSA #: 11561716
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2023

The paint on the hood of this vehicle rapidly flew off the hood while traveling on I95 creating a significant safety hazard in a moving vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11535137
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Oct 2022

Paint delamination on hood.

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NHTSA #: 11488763
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: May 2022

Paint is peeling on hood

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NHTSA #: 11463729
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2021

Can not open the liftgate either from the liftgate button or the emergency release lever in the liftgate. Emergency escape from rear is not possible. Broken at present.

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NHTSA #: 11429094
lowSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Feb 2021

White smoke in exhaust and loud grind when cold start. Paint is peeling in the back

NHTSA #: 11397934
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Nov 2020

The passenger side back door handle just fell off.

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NHTSA #: 11373832

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