Issue ID | 1545833 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11186205 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | SORENTO |
Model Year | 2017 |
File date | 01/03/18 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Steering wheel feels very loose. It gives you the sensation that the car is meandering but it is not. You have to constantly correct the steering wheel and it is not always responsive. Also, it feels like it is sticking which causes an over correction and you suddenly head into the lane next to you. This happens especially at speeds over 50mph. Very uncomfortable driving. Feels very unsafe. Wife refuses to drive the car. I'm concerned the condition could get even worse and cause an accident. I see no recall for this problem but there should be one. It is a significant safety concern. Please look into it and have kia do the right thing. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 14000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BOUND BROOK, NJ |
VIN pattern | 5XYPGDA52HGXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 50 |
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