Three days after getting my regular oil change , my engine started getting this loud knocking noise and I was not able to speed , I was coming into the freeway when my car suddenly got a loss of power , I checked my vehicle diagnostics and it wasn’t showing anything about the engine no warning or anything when I took it to get seen by a mechanic they told me I had to get my engine replaced
2015 kia Sorento engine problems
moderate 280 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
280
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
Vehicle was being driven when the engine blew-up and became inoperable. After taking it to a mechanic, they said that the oil had stopped flowing through the engine and caused it to malfunction. There were no lights that appeared on the dashboard warning us of a problem.
LEASED A 2015 KIA SORRENTO, IN MY THIRD YEAR OF LEASE, REGULAR OIL CHANGES EVERY 3 MONTHS, HEARD A KNOCKING SOUND IN ENGINE AT APPROX. 35,000 MILES ON MY WAY HOME FROM MY SON'S HOCKEY GAME ON THE HIGHWAY WHICH GOT LOUDER AND LOUDER. TOOK IT TO THE KIA DEALER AND IMMEDIATELY THE SALES PERSON INFORMED ME THAT IT WAS THE CONNECTOR ROD FAILURE WITHOUT EVEN WORKING ON THE CAR. SHOWED KIA ALL MY RECEI…
Engine seized up. Apparently it is common with Kia engines
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contacted stated while driving 50 MPH, the accelerator pedal failed to function as needed and the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The vehic…
TODAYS DATE: 12/21/2017. PURCHASED VEHICLE 11/9/2017. APPROX. 61,500 MILES. I CHECK EQUIPMENT FLUIDS REGULARLY. WHILE DRIVING, THE OIL INDICATION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. I PULLED OVER, CHECKED. ALMOST BONE DRY. NO FOREWARNING OF ANY KIND. THE DEALER SERVICED IT PRIOR TO MY PURCHASE, SO, I HAVE HAD NO REASON TO SCHEDULE VEHICLE SERVICE YET. VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED MARCH 5, 2014 ( 3/5/2014 ) .
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred on three separate occasions. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with engine failure. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2015 kia Sorento?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 280 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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