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US recalls (0)
No US recalls found for the 2005 Kia Sorento.
Canadian recalls (1)
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Engine
2008-06-18 · campaign 2008-212
On certain vehicles, a metal clip which is part of the Induction Control Valve (ICV) in the engines intake manifold may sever off. If this occurs, abnormal engine noise and vibrations may occur, along with impaired engine functioning and loss of vehicle power. The problem may illuminate the "Check Engine" light on the dashboard. However, the problem may exist, and engine damage may occur, with or without "Check Engine" light illumination. Engine damage could result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the ICV with an updated version.
Owner complaints (307)
Owners filed 307 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Kia Sorento (17 crashes, 5 fires, 20 injuries, 1 deaths reported). Among 24 model years of this model, it ranks #9 for the most complaints (median 255).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 63 | |
| Exterior lighting | 53 | |
| Electrical system | 49 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 44 | |
| Air bags | 43 | |
| Steering | 39 | |
| Power train | 38 | |
| Suspension | 25 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2005 Kia Sorento.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2005 Kia Sorento 4-DR. w/SAB | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2005 Kia Sorento version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Sorento 2WD 3.5 L Automatic 5-spd | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Sorento 2WD 3.5 L Manual 5-spd | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Sorento 4WD 3.5 L Automatic 5-spd | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Sorento 4WD 3.5 L Manual 5-spd | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
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