2009 Kia Sorento Engine Problems

“Vehicle was traveling at 65 MPH and the ESC light came on slowing the vehicle to 30 MPH on the highway. We were almost hit from behind. This is happening 2-3 times a day. Vehicle has to be turned off and restarted every time. This is a life threatening incident waiting to happen. Taken to dealer no recall. Vehicle was in motion every time the ESC/engine light came on.”

“My check engine light is on. It has been on for over 2 or more years. Nobody knows what the codes mean. My timing chain needs to be replaced. My tires are constantly leaking. My battery has been replaced 2 times, and I still cannot start my vehicle even when I get a jump. The interior light when you open the car door, has fallen and is hanging. When I open the back door, the light does not come on so I cannot see what is in the trunk. The handles on both sides of the rear doors are broken and the doors do not open. …”

“The contact owns a 2009 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving out of the driveway, the warning message ASC-OFF appeared on the instrument panel and the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The contact stated as she turned off the vehicle, she was able to restart the vehicle and parked in the driveway. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring and several warning lights including the ASC warning light, check engine warning light, and air bag passenger warning light were illuminated. …”

“The contact owns a 2009 Kia Sorento. While driving approximately 67 MPH, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle lost power. The contact stated that the mileage dropped from 67 MPH to approximately 30 MPH. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle pedal assembly shorted out. The throttle pedal was replaced, but the failure recurred multiple times. The contact referenced a recall on the 2016 model (NHTSA campaign number: 15v089000); however, the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000. Updated 09/29/16”