Kia Sorento Service Bulletins
984 manufacturer communications on file.
- April 19, 2019•Document ID: 10159244Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBELE179
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: HALOGEN LOW BEAM BULB CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the halogen low beam bulb connector on some 2011 - 2013MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from October 24, 2009 through January 31, 2013, which may experience an inoperable low beam bulb due to poor terminal contact at the low beam bulb connector. This condition on the affected headlamp does not affect the other low beam. In addition, the high beams continue to function at all times.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - April 18, 2019•Document ID: 10159259Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY012_QA
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryQ & A - 2011-2013 MY SORENTO HEADLAMP LOW BEAM CONNECTOR NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - April 18, 2019•Document ID: 10159257Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY012_DPSM
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryAttention: All Kia Parts & Service Managers - Kia Motors America, Inc. is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage to all owners of the 2011-2013 MY Kia Sorento vehicles, produced from October 24, 2009 through January 31, 2013, for the halogen headlamp low beam connector wiring harness from 5-years/60,000-miles to 10-years/unlimited-miles, starting from the date of first service. The headlamp connectors may lose electrical contact with a low beam bulb in one of the headlamp assemblies. This condition on the affected headlamp does not affect the other low beam. In addition, the high beams continue to function at all times.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - April 18, 2019•Document ID: 10159256Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY012_DP
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryAttention: All Dealer Principals - Kia Motors America, Inc. is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage to all owners of the 2011-2013 MY Kia Sorento vehicles, produced from October 24, 2009 through January 31, 2013, for the halogen headlamp low beam connector wiring harness from 5-years/60,000-miles to 10-years/unlimited-miles, starting from the date of first service. The headlamp connectors may lose electrical contact with a low beam bulb in one of the headlamp assemblies. This condition on the affected headlamp does not affect the other low beam. In addition, the high beams continue to function at all times.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - April 16, 2019•Document ID: 10159245Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG178_R2
- Date Added:
- May 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC18) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting "in use performance tracking" emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in California. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires the emissions data from vehicles with a minimum of 3,000 accumulated miles without reprogramming or resetting.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - April 10, 2019•Document ID: 10159249Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG205_R1
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: WIRING SIGNAL INTERFERENCE CHECK & ENGINE NOISE INSPECTION (SA379) - This bulletin provides information related to an expanded diagnostic test that is now required on a number of vehicles previously diagnosed with Diagnostic Trouble Code ("DTC") P1326. Using the procedures published in TSB PI1802W/X and PI1803W/X, the subject vehicles were diagnosed and determined to require an engine replacement and are currently being held at dealers pending repair. As a result of additional field data collection and analysis, the initial diagnosis method has been updated to improve test result accuracy. Prior to performing an engine replacement on any of the VINs affected by this Service Action, the engine condition needs to be re-assessed utilizing an updated/expanded diagnostic process.
Associated Products (23)2018 Kia Optima2018 Kia Sorento2018 Kia Sportage2017 Kia Optima2017 Kia Sorento2017 Kia Sportage2016 Kia Optima2016 Kia Sorento2016 Kia Sportage2015 Kia Optima2015 Kia Sorento2015 Kia Sportage2014 Kia Optima2014 Kia Sorento2014 Kia Sportage2013 Kia Optima2013 Kia Sorento2013 Kia Sportage2012 Kia Optima2012 Kia Sorento+ 3 moreAssociated Documents - April 10, 2019•Document ID: 10159236Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PI1803WX_TSB_R4
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) - This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in November 2018 (PI1803, Rev 1, 01/02/2018) titled "Knock Sensor Detection System - ECU Logic Improvement". Specifically, this bulletin provides instructions on which procedures to follow if, after installation of the KSDS, any one of the subject vehicles below returns to the dealer with Diagnostic Trouble Code ("DTC"), P1326.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - April 10, 2019•Document ID: 10159231Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PI1802WX_TSB_R5
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1802W/X) - This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in July 2018 (PI1802, Rev 6, 01/31/2019) titled "Knock Sensor Detection System - ECU Logic Improvement". Specifically, this bulletin provides instructions on which procedures to follow if, after installation of the KSDS, any one of the subject vehicles below returns to the dealer with Diagnostic Trouble Code ("DTC"), P1326.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - April 5, 2019•Document ID: 10159248Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG205
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: WIRING SIGNAL INTERFERENCE CHECK & ENGINE NOISE INSPECTION (SA379) - This bulletin provides information related to an expanded diagnostic test that is now required on a number of vehicles previously diagnosed with Diagnostic Trouble Code ("DTC") P1326. Using the procedures published in TSB PI1802W/X and PI1803W/X, the subject vehicles were diagnosed and determined to require an engine replacement and are currently being held at dealers pending repair. As a result of additional field data collection and analysis, the initial diagnosis method has been updated to improve test result accuracy. Prior to performing an engine replacement on any of the VINs affected by this Service Action, the engine condition needs to be re-assessed utilizing an updated/expanded diagnostic process.
Associated Products (23)2018 Kia Optima2018 Kia Sorento2018 Kia Sportage2017 Kia Optima2017 Kia Sorento2017 Kia Sportage2016 Kia Optima2016 Kia Sorento2016 Kia Sportage2015 Kia Optima2015 Kia Sorento2015 Kia Sportage2014 Kia Optima2014 Kia Sorento2014 Kia Sportage2013 Kia Optima2013 Kia Sorento2013 Kia Sportage2012 Kia Optima2012 Kia Sorento+ 3 moreAssociated Documents - April 3, 2019•Document ID: 10159235Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PI1803WX_TSB_R3
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) - This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in November 2018 (PI1803, Rev 1, 01/02/2018) titled "Knock Sensor Detection System - ECU Logic Improvement". Specifically, this bulletin provides instructions on which procedures to follow if, after installation of the KSDS, any one of the subject vehicles below returns to the dealer with Diagnostic Trouble Code ("DTC"), P1326.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - April 3, 2019•Document ID: 10159233Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PI1803_OWN#2_SOR
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryOWNER LETTER: Dear Kia Sorento Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on 2012-2014 MY Sorento vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection ("ÃÂÃÂGDI"ÃÂÃÂ) engines to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage. The update will be done free of charge and will only involve the addition of newly developed computer software for the Engine Control Unit ("ECU").
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - April 3, 2019•Document ID: 10159230Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PI1802WX_TSB_R4
- Date Added:
- April 30, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1802W/X) - This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in July 2018 (PI1802, Rev 6, 01/31/2019) titled "Knock Sensor Detection System - ECU Logic Improvement". Specifically, this bulletin provides instructions on which procedures to follow if, after installation of the KSDS, any one of the subject vehicles below returns to the dealer with Diagnostic Trouble Code ("DTC"), P1326.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - March 22, 2019•Document ID: 10157045Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS573_R1
- Date Added:
- April 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP: SOUND SETTINGS (FADER) MOVES TO REAR - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This Pitstop provides information related to sound settings (fader) which may alter the default sound position settings.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - March 22, 2019•Document ID: 10155380Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS573_R1
- Date Added:
- April 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP: SOUND SETTINGS (FADER) MOVES TO REAR - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This Pitstop provides information related to sound settings (fader) which may alter the default sound position settings.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - March 13, 2019•Document ID: 10157047Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBBOD112_CLOSED
- Date Added:
- April 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: DOOR LATCH REPLACEMENT (SA195) - This bulletin has been closed.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - March 13, 2019•Document ID: 10155381Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBBOD112_R1
- Date Added:
- April 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: DOOR LATCH REPLACEMENT (SA195) - This Bulletin has been CLOSED.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - February 21, 2019•Document ID: 10154689Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG197
- Date Added:
- March 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC19) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting ?in use performance tracking? emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in California. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires the emissions data from vehicles with a minimum of 3,000 accumulated miles without reprogramming or resetting.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - February 18, 2019•Document ID: 10154665Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBCLI027_CLOSED
- Date Added:
- March 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: A/C SUCTION HOSE/PIPE INSPECTION AND/OR MODIFICATION (SA183) - THIS BULLETIN HAS BEEN CLOSED.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - February 18, 2019•Document ID: 10154664Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBCLI018_CLOSED
- Date Added:
- March 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL HEAD UPDATE ? LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA088) - THIS BULLETIN HAS BEEN CLOSED.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - February 15, 2019•Document ID: 10154663Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBCHA060_R4
- Date Added:
- March 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: ECU UPGRADE ? STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT -This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the MDPS ECU software upgrade for some 2011-2014MY Optima (QF), produced from August 2, 2010 through July 27, 2014, and 2016-2018MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from October 27, 2014 through August 22, 2017, which may experience a notchy feel in the steering wheel.
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