The 2014 Sorento is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2014 Kia Sorento owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"The screen will turn black. Not sure if this is due to extreme humidity"
Anonymous, VA (2014 Kia Sorento LX 3.3-L V6)"Steering wheel controls including cruise control has failed twice due to the clockspring failing"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Kia Sorento LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"The AC compressor failed in 2020 vehicle year is 2014"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Kia Sorento LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Two years ago the cooling stopped so we had to keep recharging the freon but could never find the leak. Added a leak detector and found the leak while replacing the spark plugs. Repair was made but A/C still needed a recharge. While changing the tie rod bushings, another leak was found/ixed but after a while the A/C started to stop cooling. Recharge is holding in the meantime."
Anonymous A., AZ (2014 Kia Sorento LX 3.3-L V6)""Ac no longer cools car, blows hot. Refrigerant was previously replaced and fan linkage repaired less than 2 years ago""
Anonymous, CA (2014 Kia Sorento Unsure 3.3-L V6)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"Burning oil. A quart a month."
Anonymous, PA (2014 Kia Sorento SX 3.3-L V6)"Oil drain casinh"
Anonymous, AB (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)"The same problem I answered on the previous page"
Anonymous A., UT (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
""The bolts that attach the head to block fail to hold because the material the block is made of. KIA sent out a service notice extending the warranty because it caused coolant to leak. The same problem with the block caused the oil leak on my engine. this was verified by my mechanic, who said KIA should fix it because service notice he showed me. I took it to my KIA and they refuse to fix because the coolant was not leaking. they said they would replace the block like they do to fix the coolant for about $8,000.00. That's about the current value. My mechanic says this is problem aloy blocks used by many car manufacturers and there are kits to fix it. So I'm him do it for under $4,000.00. I am totally disappointed with KIA and probably won't buy another one. My trusted mechanic says that, Hyundai KIA's sister company, has generally better totally batter than this work with. He was amazed with the way KIA treated me.""
Anonymous A., UT (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)"Engine failed after 90k miles. Long block replaced under 10yr warranty by kia."
Anonymous, CA (2014 Kia Sorento LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Car would accelerate on its own. Never know when this would occur. Not a regular event. KIA never acknowledged existence of this problem nor was there a repair documented. So must always be on alert. The worst time was when car accelerated when driven into our garage and hit objects in front of wall. Cost to repair wall was over $2500. We were not reimbursed nor was fault by the manufacturer acknowledged."
Anonymous, IA (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Antifreeze leak"
Anonymous, OH (2014 Kia Sorento LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Deal Service department was negligent in not replacing coolant cap causing issues."
Anonymous, NJ (2014 Kia Sorento LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"Passenger side rear outside door handle simply detached in use."
Anonymous, IL (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)"went to open rear door and handle came off in my hand"
Anonymous, FL (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"paint is peeling and just gone"
Anonymous, FL (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
""something is leaking under the vehicle, not sure what. engine and transmission check ok-maybe brake or power steering. very recent-last month or so""
Anonymous, MI (2014 Kia Sorento LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
"Losing it. Dont know where"
Anonymous, PA (2014 Kia Sorento SX 3.3-L V6)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
"Could not engage the gear . Had to replace the bushing in the gear box."
Anonymous, FL (2014 Kia Sorento LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Driver outer tie rod and passenger inner tie rod had to be replaced due to play in both parts"
Anonymous A., MO (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"Back-up camer went out ( no display) and had to be replaced"
Anonymous A., MO (2014 Kia Sorento EX 3.3-L V6)