2006 Kia Sorento Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 3%of 242 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 111,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the body and structure of the 2006 Kia Sorento, 3% of the 242 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 111,900 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2006 Kia Sorento the rear housing axle has rusted all the way . And there is large hole from the rust and oil dripping out. And the body has is already starting to rust. This vehicle has been taken care of. I've have washed and waxed and kept it . But it didn't do any good. Kia needs to work to improve.”
NHTSA complaint #10568687, filed 2014-03, 120,000 miles“I was in a slow head on crash, to avoid hitting other cars person swerved into my lane. Didn't even set the airbags off. As soon as the accident occurred my brake & battery light came on. When I got the car back the lights were still lit, took it back & they blamed it on a belt. I had put a reconditioned alternator in 11 days before the accident, drove fine with a questionable battery. Now the power steering work occasionally & the alternator is not charging the battery. I just want my car to work like it did before the accident. …”
NHTSA complaint #10682046, filed 2015-02, 30,000 miles“On 11/23/15 I was driving down 85s when I hit something in the road. Had to pull over cause it sounded like the bottom of my car fell out. After waiting 2hrs for help we nticed that the driveshaft (2part shaft) broke off, punctured my gas tank, my cable that runs to my transmission and put a good size hole in the bottom of my back seat. The shop told me that this a reoccuring problem with this type of vehicle. After looking more closely we noticed a lot more damage that was caused by this. My car is still at the shop as of today since we are waiting on insurance. …”
NHTSA complaint #10809564, filed 2015-12, 177,000 miles“Driving in winter weather conditions, had vehicle in cruise control on interstate going about 40 MPH, not 45 MPH, cars ahead were braking due to gusty winds and decreased visibility (blowing snow). Proceeded to brake to slow down, while in cruise control mode, brakes did not work as they normally due and vehicle hit a side rail on the driver's side, causing loss of control of vehicle momentarily. Vehicle was able to momentarily get back onto interstate road before going into a ditch on other side-opposite of guard rail, of the road. …”
NHTSA complaint #10561206, filed 2014-01, 118,801 miles“2006 Kia Sorento. I bought this vehicle new in 2006. I have replaced several headlights, taillights, turn lights, ect. My dome light is now broken and wont turn on when I open the doors. Most importantly the drivers side seat motor has now went out. After calling the dealership they advised me that its about $1,300.00 to fix!!!!!!! My 4-wheel drive goes in o.k. But I have to play with it to get it out. This vehicle has never had water damage or been rode hard. Yet still problem after problem!!!!!!!”
NHTSA complaint #10386630, filed 2011-03Related service bulletins
- 10201529Sep 13, 2021TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 17% |
| 2025 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 7 | 16% |
| 2023 | 2 | 2% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 5 | 2% |
| 2019 | 56 | 13% |
| 2018 | 9 | 4% |
| 2017 | 17 | 2% |
| 2016 | 111 | 9% |
| 2015 | 100 | 13% |
| 2014 | 160 | 16% |
| 2013 | 91 | 9% |
| 2012 | 35 | 4% |
| 2011 | 268 | 18% |
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 9 | 6% |
| 2006 | 7 | 3% |
| 2005 | 14 | 5% |
| 2004 | 28 | 13% |
| 2003 | 12 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2006 Kia Sorento
67 complaintsExterior lighting
56 complaintsElectrical system
53 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
35 complaintsSteering
33 complaintsBrakes
26 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsEngine cooling
19 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsSuspension
10 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Kia Sorento
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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