2014 KIA SORENTO Recalls (2)

Campaign:
13V356000 on 08/14/2013
Component:
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Manufactured:
01/06/2013 - 03/11/2013
Affected:
9,345
Defect:
Kia motors corp. is recalling certain model year 2014 front wheel drive sorento vehicles manufactured january 7, 2013, through march 12, 2013; and equipped with 2.4 liter engines. due to a manufacturing issue, the right front axle shaft may fracture.
Consequence:
A fractured front axle may result in a loss of power to the wheels. additionally, if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, it may roll away. either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle shaft assembly, free of charge. the recall began on september 9, 2013. owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542 . kia's recall number is sc099.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
17V224000 on 04/04/2017
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Manufactured:
04/18/2011 - 02/09/2014
Affected:
618,160
Defect:
Kia motor company (kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 optima, 2012-2014 sorento and 2011-2013 sportage vehicles. machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Consequence:
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. the recall began june 20, 2017. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc147.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2014 KIA SORENTO TSBs (156)

Bulletin:
TSB-026
Component:
072000 fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Summary:
Kia: a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminates with electronic control module (ecm) system and to correct concern, high pressure fuel pump, fuel delivery pipe and mounting bolts would be replaced, if necessary. model 2011-2014 optima
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE-069
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Kia: on some vehicles, the motor switch for the driver's side power window needs to be replaced and procedure information has been provided. model 2014 sorento. *pe
Bulletin:
ELE069
Component:
137100 visibility:rear window wiper/washer:switch/wiring
Summary:
Kia: my sorento 2014: the window motor switch requires replacement, before repairs are done verify that the ele057/sa163 has been performed. *lj
Bulletin:
077
Component:
135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:
Kia optima /sorento: 2012-2014 rear view camera requires replacement on specific models. *lj
Bulletin:
047
Component:
052310 parking brake:driveline:hydraulic:actuator
Summary:
Kia 2011-2016 my sportage : the procedure for replacement of the hydraulic actuator on certain all-wheel drive equipped sportage vehicles, will exhibit an inoperative awd system with malfunction indicator lamp. *lj
Bulletin:
PS-417
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Kia: crankshaft position sensor (ckp) variation has not learned causing misfire of engine and malfunction indicator light (mil) to come in dash. model all. no years listed. *pe
Bulletin:
007
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
22
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
053
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
057
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
076
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS307
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS320
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS323
Component:
022400 suspension:rear:shock absorber
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS334
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TT036
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TT038
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS248
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS270
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS284
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
054
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
061
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
094
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
137
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS254
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TT016
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
057-REV2A
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
057-REV3A
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE-100R2
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Combination tsb / service action: uvo system upgrade (sa222) - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2014~2016my soul (ps), sorento (xma), optima (tf/qf), forte (yd) and sportage (sl) vehicles to address
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE-077-R1
Component:
284000 back over prevention: camera system
Summary:
Tsb: rear view camera diagnosis/replacement - this bulletin provides information to diagnose and/or replace the rear view camera of some kia vehicles (see table on pg. 6 for specific models and production dates) which may exhibit inadequat
Bulletin:
TSBSST041
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: kds - audio update module (aum) - the gds audio update module (aum) was introduced in fourth quarter of 2013. this special service tool (sst) was developed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of updating 2010my, and later, kia
Bulletin:
TSBENG149
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: 2.4 gdi mil on with dtc(s) p0263/ p0266/ p0269/ p0272 - this bulletin provides information about the replacement of the fuel injectors in some sorento (xma) produced 12/17/2012~12/11/2014, optima (qf) produced 07/28/2013~10/02/2015, op
Bulletin:
TSBELE085R1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: uvo software upgrade - media button inoperative - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system of some 2014~2015my sportage (sl), forte (yd), optima (tf/qf), optima hybrid (tf hev) and sorento (xma) vehicles, which
Bulletin:
TSBELE108
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: airbag warning light on - this bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the clock spring assembly on 2011my ' 2015my sorento (xma) vehicles. if the airbag warning light is on with any of the dtcs listed below, follow
Bulletin:
TSBELE100R3
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Combination tsb / service action: uvo system upgrade (sa222) - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2014~2016my soul (ps), sorento (xma)/(uma), optima (tf hev), forte (yd), sportage (sl) 2015~2016my sedo
Bulletin:
TSBTRA049R1
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: 6-spd. a/t adaptive value reset /relearn - this bulletin provides the procedures necessary to reset and relearn the adaptive values after transmission replacement or reprogramming/replacement of the pcm/tcm. after the adaptive values a
Bulletin:
TSBBOD117R1
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Combined tsb /service action: exterior rear door handle trim cap(s) replacement (sa 200) - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the exterior door handle trim cap of some 2014~2015my sorento (xma) vehicles, produced from october 1
Bulletin:
TSBELE101
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"combined tsb/service action: base audio system upgrade (sa 223) - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the base audio system software of some 2014my soul (ps), optima (tf/qf), sorento (xma), sportage (sl), rio (ub), and fort
Bulletin:
TSBENG148R3
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: chatter/rattle noise from engine after cold soak - this bulletin provides information about the timing chain tensioner replacement on some 2014~16my cadenza (vg), produced from february 1, 2013 through january 7, 2016, and some 2014~20
Bulletin:
TSBCHA070
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
Tsb: tpms sensor inoperative - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace all tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) sensors on 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles, when any of the tpms sensors are confirmed inoperative. to enhance customer
Bulletin:
TSBELE090
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: 'c' state error message on version 8.5 map update - this bulletin describes an sd card replacement procedure for customers that have a specific error displayed on the navigation head unit (shown below) after purchasing and installing a
Bulletin:
PS417
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Pitstop: dtc p0315 - crankshaft position (ckp) sensor variation not learned - when encountering a customer complaint of engine misfire with a malfunction indicator light (mil) on in the dash, check for the presence of dtc p0315 ' crankshaft
Bulletin:
TSBELE089
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: navigation head unit sd card replacement - this bulletin describes the sd card exchange/replacement procedure related to error messages that may be displayed on the navigation screen when the incorrect sd card is inserted. note: only n
Bulletin:
TSBTRA051R1
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ' multiple dtcs - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of various shift solenoids on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtcs p0741, p0743, p0748, p0753, p0758, p0763, p0768, p0773
Bulletin:
TSBSC114R1
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: voluntary service campaign: ecm upgrade - mil on with dtc p0087 (sc114) - this bulletin provides information related to an ecm software update for the engine control unit (ecu) in certain 2012~2014my sorento, 2012~2013my optima, and 2
Bulletin:
SC114DEALERSM
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer service manager memo: attention: all kia service managers - kia motors america, inc. will be conducting a voluntary service campaign to update the engine control unit (ecu) in certain 2012-2014 my sorento, 2012-2013 my optima, and 20
Bulletin:
SC114OWNERSORENT
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Owner letter: dear kia sorento owner: kia motors america, inc. is conducting a voluntary service campaign to update the engine control unit (ecu) in certain 2012-2014 my sorento vehicles which could otherwise experience a decrease in accele
Bulletin:
SC114QA
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Q and a: sc114 ' ecu update ' mil on with dtc p0087 / voluntary service campaign q&a
Bulletin:
TSBELE085
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: uvo software upgrade ' media button inoperative - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system of some 2014~2015my sportage (sl), forte (yd), optima (tf/qf), optima hybrid (tf hev) and sorento (xma) vehicles, which
Bulletin:
PS377
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: korean error messages on navigation display - this article provides information to address the following customer complaints on navigation head units (avn 3.0 or avn 3.5): * korean error message that starts with navi.exe or * korea
Bulletin:
PS375
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: intermittent no crank/start - on some 2014-2015my sorento (xm), customers may experience a concern related to an intermittent no crank/start, especially after an overnight cold soak. to address this concern, replace both start 1 an
Bulletin:
TSBCHA047
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: awd system hydraulic actuator replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure for replacement of the hydraulic actuator of some all-wheel drive (awd) equipped 2011~2016my sportage (sl) vehicles, produced from may 6, 2010 through feb
Bulletin:
TSBFUE028
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: ecm upgrade ' sorento (xma) 3.3 gdi mil on with dtcs p2096, p2098 - this bulletin provides information related to the ecm software upgrade for some 2014-2015my sorento (xma) vehicles which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (
Bulletin:
PS400
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Pitstop: smart pedal feature - the 'smart pedal' is an integral part of the engine management system (ems) functionality which monitors and prevents the simultaneous activation of accelerator and brake pedals. when engaged, the feature redu
Bulletin:
WTY008DEALERPSM
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer parts and service manager memo: wty008 - 2012-2014 my sorento 2.4l gdi engine - effective immediately, kia motors america, inc. has extended the warranty coverage of the kia new vehicle limited warranty for the short block assembly (
Bulletin:
WTY008FORM
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Request for reimbursement form: wty008 - 2012-2014 my sorento 2.4l gdi engine warranty extension program - if you have paid to have your engine repaired/replaced due to connecting rod failure, you may be eligible for reimbursement for some
Bulletin:
WTY008OWNER
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Owner letter: wty008 - 2012-2014 my sorento 2.4l gdi engine warranty extension - dear kia sorento vehicle owner: kia motors america takes pride in providing you with high quality and dependable vehicles. in order to maintain these standard
Bulletin:
TSBGEN037R1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: electrical or other related information collection for limited time period through 06/15/2013: kma is conducting a special photo and information collection warranty time reimbursement tsb to enhance the communication and findings at th
Bulletin:
TSBELE076
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: audio software upgrade - bluetooth® call cuts off - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the base audio system software on some 2014my sorento (xma) and 2013my rio (ub) vehicles (see production dates below) which may exhi
Bulletin:
TSBELE077
Component:
284000 back over prevention: camera system
Summary:
Tsb: rear view camera diagnosis/replacement - this bulletin provides information to diagnose and/or replace the rear view camera of some kia vehicles (see table below for specific models and production dates) which may exhibit inadequate im
Bulletin:
TSBTRA049
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: 6-speed a/t transmission adaptive values reset/relearn - this bulletin provides the procedures necessary to reset and relearn the adaptive values after transmission replacement or reprogramming/replacement of the ecm/pcm.
Bulletin:
TSBELE052
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"tsb: replacement battery - service information: 2014my sorento vehicles are equipped with a newly designed battery terminal, terminal cover and o.e. battery. when replacing the original battery, follow the procedure outlined in this bullet
Bulletin:
TSBBOD102
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: seat back cover removal procedure - this bulletin outlines the procedure for the removal of the front seat back covers on optima (qf) and sorento (xma).
Bulletin:
TSBBOD094
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
Tsb: lifter bracket replacement for sorento power tailgate system - this bulletin provides the procedure to resolve a concern with the operation of the power tailgate system (ptgs) on some sorento vehicles, produced from s.o.p. to february
Bulletin:
PS270
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
Pitstop: power tailgate system re-initialization procedure - this article provides the procedure to re-initialize the power tailgate system (ptgs) on all sorento (xma) vehicles (if equipped).
Bulletin:
PS262
Component:
222000 seats:mid/rear assembly
Summary:
Pitstop: rattle noise from 2nd row seat headrests - this article provides information regarding a potential rattle noise concern from the 2nd row seat headrests on some sorento (xma) vehicles.
Bulletin:
PS261
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: modifying temperature display readout units from celsius to fahrenheit on sorento lx - follow the procedure below to modify the temperature display readout units from c° to f°.
Bulletin:
TSBENG148R4
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb rev4: chatter/rattle noise from engine after cold soak - this bulletin provides information about the timing chain tensioner replacement on some 2014~16my cadenza (vg), produced from february 1, 2013 through january 7, 2016, and some 20
Bulletin:
PS266R1
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Pitstop: hvac receiver/dryer - desiccant replacement - in the event of a hvac system concern in which metal particles or shards have contaminated the system, the desiccant or the entire a/c receiver/dryer assembly may need to be replaced. t
Bulletin:
TSB ELE101_SA223
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the base audio system software of some 2014 my soul (ps), optima (tf/qf), sorento (xma), sportage (sl), rio (ub), and forte (yd) vehicles to improve bluetooth® connectivity, phonebook downl
Bulletin:
TSB BOD117_SA200
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the exterior door handle trim cap of some 2015-2015 my sorento (xma) vehicles, produced from october 1, 2013 through may 14, 2014, which may experience a loose or missing exterior rear door ha
Bulletin:
TSB ELE100_SA222
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2014 my soul (ps), sorento (xma), optima (tf/qf), forte (yd) and sportage (sl) vehicles to improve bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, and to improve "incoming
Bulletin:
PS365R1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: bluetooth® issues after iphone® ios 8 software update - this article provides information related to possible bluetooth concerns when using an iphone® with ios 8.x (ios 8, 8.0.1, 8.0.2, 8.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, etc.) while paired to a he
Bulletin:
PS387
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: navigation headunit and sd card compatibility - this article provides information in regards to possible compatibility issues between navigation head units and sd cards when replacing head units for multimedia issues. if after repl
Bulletin:
TSBELE089
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: navigation head unit sd card replacement - this bulletin describes the sd card exchange/replacement procedure related to error messages that may be displayed on the navigation screen when the incorrect sd card is inserted. note: only n
Bulletin:
TSBTRA051R1
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ' multiple dtcs - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of various shift solenoids on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtcs p0741, p0743, p0748, p0753, p0758, p0763, p0768, p0773
Bulletin:
WTY003BULLETIN
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Warranty bulletin: wty003 - 2011-2015 my sorento driver's front airbag clock spring assembly warranty extension (wty003) - this bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the driver's front airbag clock spring assembly on t
Bulletin:
WTY003DEALERP
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Dealer principal memo: wty003 - kia motors america, inc. is extending the warranty coverage for the driver's front airbag clock spring assembly on 2011-2015 my sorento vehicles, manufactured from 10/24/2009 through 12/17/2014, to fifteen (1
Bulletin:
WTY003FORM
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Request for reimbursement form: wty003 - if you have paid to have the airbag clock spring assembly replaced, you may be eligible for reimbursement for some or all of that expense. mail this completed request for reimbursement form to kia, a
Bulletin:
WTY003DEALERPSM
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Dealer parts and service manager memo: wty003 - kia motors america, inc. is extending the warranty coverage for the driver's front airbag clock spring assembly on the 2011-2015 my sorento vehicles, manufactured from 10/24/2009 through 12/17
Bulletin:
WTY003OWNER
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Owner letter: wty003 - dear kia sorento owner: kia is extending the warranty coverage for the driver's front airbag clock spring assembly to 15 years with unlimited mileage, starting from the date of first service. the clockspring is an ele
Bulletin:
WTY003QA
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Q and a: wty003 - 2011-2015 my sorento driver's front airbag clock spring assembly kia new vehicle limited warranty extension q & a
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE057R2
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: bcm upgrade - ipm logic improvement - this bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade for the instrument panel module (ipm) of some 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles, produced from january 22, 2013 to november 15, 2013, an
Bulletin:
TSB-SST033
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Tsb: special service tool for hood release lever removal - this bulletin provides information related to the introduction of a new special service tool (sst) (a) developed to prevent the hood release lever pivot point (b) from being damaged
Bulletin:
PS307
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Pit stop: programming a third smart key on certain 2014-15my vehicles - in past smart key systems, the maximum amount of keys that could be programmed to a vehicle was 2. on certain 2014-15my kia vehicles, the amount of keys that can be pro
Bulletin:
TSB-CHA044
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tsb: mdps flexible coupling replacement - this bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the mdps motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the mdps when tur
Bulletin:
TSB-TRA051
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ? dtc p0741 - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of the damper clutch (d/c) solenoid on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtc p0741 (active or history), instead of replacing th
Bulletin:
PS315
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Pit stop: gdi injector spray tip deposits - a design feature of vehicles equipped with a gasoline direct injection (gdi) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. therefore, it is complet
Bulletin:
PS320
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Pit stop: rough idle after cold start on 3.3l gdi engine - when addressing a customer complaint of rough idle, which occurs only on the first start of the day and lasts for 30-45 seconds, check for the possibility of poor injector performan
Bulletin:
TSB-CLI024
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: testing a/c compressor function using gds - this bulletin provides information on a new procedure to test a/c compressor function using the gds.
Bulletin:
PS235R1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: horn answer back or parking lamps inop when locking doors with rke/smk fob - when addressing a customer complaint related to an inoperative parking light confirmation flash, and/or audible answer back when locking the vehicle with
Bulletin:
PS318
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Pitstop: diagnosing sirius traffic issues - this article provides diagnostic information in regards to specific sirius traffic customer complaints, as detailed in this article.
Bulletin:
PS323
Component:
022400 suspension:rear:shock absorber
Summary:
Pitstop: intermittent popping noise from rear over bumps - on some 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles, built before september 26, 2013, a customer may complain of a very intermittent light knock, or popping noise, heard from the rear of the vehi
Bulletin:
PS327
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Pitstop: resetting cylinder balance adaptation values - when addressing a cylinder balance concern on a vehicle equipped with a 2.4l gdi engine, it is important to note that the dtc may recur after replacement of any faulty component(s) and
Bulletin:
TSB-ENG160
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: ecu upgrade ? mil on with dtc(s) p0420/p0171 - this bulletin provides information related to the ecu software upgrade for some 2012~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from august 12, 2011 to october 2, 2015, some 2012~2015my sorento
Bulletin:
TSB-CLI022
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: hvac control unit logic improvement - this bulletin provides information related to hvac controller software upgrade for 2014my sorento vehicles, produced from january 24, 2013 to september 22, 2013, equipped with auto (fatc) or manual
Bulletin:
TSB-ENG137R1
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Tsb: data collection: extract california emissions data from ecu (dc005) - this bulletin provides information related to extracting ?in use performance tracking? emissions data from the engine control unit (ecu) in certain vehicles sold in
Bulletin:
TSB-FUE026
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: mil on with dtc p0087 - diagnosis and repair - this bulletin provides information related to some optima (tf/qf), sportage (sl), sorento (xm) and cadenza (vg) vehicles, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminate
Bulletin:
PS291
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
Pitstop: tailgate will not open or closes again after starting to open - a customer complaint of a power tailgate system (ptgs) intermittently inoperative for a period of time or a power tailgate which starts to open but then immediately re
Bulletin:
TT036
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Tech tip: finding the correct wiring diagram for reverse input into audio head unit - if this vehicle is equipped with navigation, then see wiring diagram for ?back-up lamps? and you will see the back-up input into the audio unit. also veri
Bulletin:
TSB-ACC007R1
Component:
162200 structure:body:bumpers
Summary:
Tsb: sorento stainless bumper protector separating - some 2014my sorento vehicles, equipped with a kia accessory stainless rear bumper protector, may exhibit a condition where the stainless insert is separating from the protector base, as s
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE053R1
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: uvo upgrade ? sorento (xm) and forte (yd) - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2014my sorento (xm), produced from january 22, 2013 through april 30, 2013, and 2014my forte (yd), produced from janu
Bulletin:
TSB-GEN065
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tsb: navigation unit part number and sd card compatibility - this bulletin provides information regarding navigation unit part numbers, and compatible sd card part numbers, for some cadenza (vg), sorento (xma) and forte (yd) vehicles.
Bulletin:
PS334
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Pitstop: wind noise after cross bar installation - tips on diagnosing wind noise after cross bar installation. when diagnosing a concern related to wind noise coming from the roof area and the vehicle is equipped with the oe roof rack cross
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE057R3
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: service action: bcm upgrade - ipm logic improvement (sa163a) - this bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade for the instrument panel module (ipm) of some 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles, produced from january 22, 2013
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE069
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: driver?s side power window switch replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the window motor switch of some 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles, produced from december 17, 2012 through december 13, 2013, which may exhibit
Bulletin:
PS327R1
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Pitstop: xm 2.4l gdi mil on with dtc ? p0269 - on some 2012-2015my sorento (xm) equipped with 2.4l gdi engines, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate with the ecm system-related dtc p0269. to correct this concern, replace the
Bulletin:
TSB-ENG160R1
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: ecu upgrade ? mil on with dtc(s) p0420/p0171 - this bulletin provides information related to the ecu software upgrade for some 2012~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from august 12, 2011 to october 2, 2015, some 2012~2015my sorento
Bulletin:
TSB-FUE035
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Tsb:v6 fuel injector replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace all the fuel injectors on some 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles, which may experience an intermittent rough idle on cold starts. when addressing the concern of
Bulletin:
TSB-GEN085
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
Tsb: mandatory replacement of locking/security hardware - by design, certain fasteners utilized in various kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta
Bulletin:
TSB-GEN057
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Tsb: general information and diagnosis for smart key fob systems and start/stop buttons - this bulletin provides information related to the smart key systems on vehicles equipped with a/t (automatic transaxle) and start/stop buttons (ssb).
Bulletin:
TSB-TRA055
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: inhibitor switch diagnosis information - this bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the inhibitor switch.
Bulletin:
PS356
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Pitstop: high pressure fuel pump and fuel line compatibility - when replacing the high pressure fuel pump of some 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles equipped with the 2.4l gdi engine and produced prior to july 26, 2013, refer to the table below
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE062R2
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: navigation unit software upgrade - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the navigation system software on some 2014my cadenza (vg) sorento (xma) and optima (tf/qf) vehicles, produced from march 11, 2013 through january 24
Bulletin:
TSB-FUE033
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Tsb: fill level limit valve replacement - this bulletin provides information related to the fill level limit valve (fllv) replacement on some sorento (xma) vehicles, produced from december 17, 2012 to december 11, 2014, which may exhibit a
Bulletin:
TSB-GEN085R1
Component:
354000 equipment:mechanical
Summary:
Tsb: mandatory replacement of locking/security hardware - by design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? some example
Bulletin:
TSB-SC141R1
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Tsb: sc141 - service campaign - application of additional anti-corrosion material - to improve customer satisfaction, kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain
Bulletin:
TSB-BOD162
Component:
282000 back over prevention: warnings
Summary:
Tsb: backup warning system malfunction - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace all four (4) backup warning sensors on some 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles, produced from january 8, 2013 through november 1, 2013, which may experience
Bulletin:
TSB-BOD162R1
Component:
162200 structure:body:bumpers
Summary:
Tsb: backup warning system malfunction - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace all four (4) backup warning sensors on some 2014my sorento (xma) vehicles, produced from january 8, 2013 through november 1, 2013, which may experience
Bulletin:
TSB-BOD167
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Tsb: exterior emblem replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the front and rear kia emblems on some 2014-2015my optima (qf) and replace the front and if necessary, the rear emblems on some 2014-2015my sorento (xma) veh
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE100R4
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Tsb: uvo system upgrade - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2014-2016my soul (ps), sorento (xma)/(uma), optima (tf hev), forte (yd), sportage (sl), 2015-2016my sedona (yp), and 2014-2015(my) optima (q
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE101R3
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: base audio system upgrade - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the base audio system software of some 2014my soul (ps), sorento (xma), optima (tf, qf), forte (yd), sportage (sl), and rio (ub) vehicles, to improve blueto
Bulletin:
VSC148DP
Component:
036500 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Sc148dp - dealer principal notification letter - notifies dealer principals of a voluntary service campaign to inspect, clean, and seal, or if necessary, replace the rear wheel speed sensor housing covers on certain 2011 - 2015 my sorento
Bulletin:
VSC148DPSM
Component:
036500 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Sc148dpsm - dealer parts & service manager notification letter - notifies dealer principals of a voluntary service campaign to inspect, clean, and seal, or if necessary, replace the rear wheel speed sensor housing covers on certain 2011 -
Bulletin:
VSC148OWNER
Component:
036500 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Sc148owner - owner notification letter -notifying owners that kia is conducting a voluntary service campaign to inspect, clean, and seal, or if necessary, replace the rear wheel speed sensor housing covers on certain 2011-2015 my sorento 2-
Bulletin:
VSC148QA
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Sc148qa - campaign question and answers regarding sc148qa
Bulletin:
VSC148TSB
Component:
036500 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Tsb: rear wheel speed sensor housing cover inspection and/or replacement (sc148) - voluntary service campaign - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to inspect, clean and seal or, if necessary, replace the rear wheel speed sensor (ws
Bulletin:
PS493
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Tsb: defogging logic ? normal operation, disabling, and enabling - starting with 2010my, all kia vehicles, except rio (jb), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. depending on the spe
Bulletin:
TSB-SC141
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Tsb: sc141 - service campaign - application of additional anti-corrosion material - to improve customer satisfaction, kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain
Bulletin:
SC141DP
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Dealer principal memo: sc141 - service campaign - attention: all kia dealer principals - kia motors america, inc. will be conducting a voluntary service campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the
Bulletin:
SC141DPSM
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Service manager memo: sc141 - service campaign - attention: all kia service managers - kia motors america, inc. will be conducting a voluntary service campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the u
Bulletin:
SC141QA
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Questions and answers for voluntary service campaign sc141 ? underbody ? additional anti-corrosion treatment
Bulletin:
SC141OWNERXM
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Sc141 - sorento owner letter - dear kia sorento owner: kia motors america, inc. is conducting a voluntary service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 2011-2014 my sorento vehicles that
Bulletin:
PT20201-0002R3
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Parts bullletin: 20201-0002 (revision 3.1) - this bulletin provides information related to the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the engine assembly on certain 2011 to 2014 model year optima, sorento, and sportage vehicles.
Bulletin:
WTY201709R4
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Warranty bulletin: 2017-09.r4 - sc147 claims processing procedures - this warranty bulletin accompanies tsb sc147 theta ii engine inspection and/or replacement and is provided to dealers for specific guidance with claim administration and p
Bulletin:
WTYCS201606RETIR
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Customer satisfaction bulletin 2016-06 - retired. see warranty bulletin 2017-09 (sc147).
Bulletin:
PS474
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: tpms sensor position - when diagnosing tpms-related dtcs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. the tpms positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a kds.
Bulletin:
TSBELE061CLOSED
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tsb closed: service action: soul (ps), optima (qf) and sorento (xm) navigation system upgrade (sa161) - ele061 / sa161 closed
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE091R1
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - identifying head unit software version for direct exchange (ele091) (rev 1) - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level
Bulletin:
PS254R1
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Pitstop: improper map data error when installing sd card - this article provides information regarding a potential error message which may be received on some 2014 my sorento vehicles.
Bulletin:
PT20201-0002R4
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Parts bulletin - theta ii engine safety recall (sc147) - this bulletin provides information related to the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the engine assembly on certain 2011 to 2014 model year optima, sorento, and sportage veh
Bulletin:
WTY201709R5
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Wty - sc147 claims processing procedures - revised - authorization of claims processing for sc147 - see this bulletin for specific handling procedures regarding sc147.
Bulletin:
TSBELE091R3
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb - identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations.
Bulletin:
TSBTRA047_R2
Component:
106200 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Summary:
Tsb - driveshaft serviceability - this bulletin has been revised most recently to include additional information. this bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic tr
Bulletin:
PS476_R1
Component:
072200 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:
Pitstop - intermittent lack of power or hesitation upon acceleration - restricted fuel line - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. customers may experience an intermittent lack of power or hesitation upon accele
Bulletin:
PS539
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Pitstop - engine component re-use guidelines - in general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
Bulletin:
TSBELE145
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb - head unit mismatch with microphone - this bulletin provides information regarding correct 3.3 volt and 8 volt microphone (mic) matching with head unit part numbers on some 2014-2015my vehicles.
Bulletin:
TSBELE145_R1
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb - head unit mismatch with microphone - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. this bulletin provides information regarding correct 3.3 volt and 8 volt microphone (mic) matching with head unit part numbers on
Bulletin:
PS464_R2
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Pitstop - no communication with blind spot detection after collision repairs - this pitstop provides information relating to the vehicles listed below with blind spot detection (bsd), which may exhibit a ?check bsd system? message and no co
Bulletin:
DC_20180828
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer communication - recent kia media reports - dear kia retailer, you and your customers may have seen recent media reports regarding thermal incidents in kia vehicles or nhtsa?s announcement of the opening of a defect petition for fire
Bulletin:
DC_20181026
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Dealer communication - recent kia media reports, october 26 2018 update - dear kia retailer, we wrote to you in late august to provide you with an update regarding news reports regarding non-collision fires in kia vehicles and nhtsa?s annou
Bulletin:
VPI1803_DP
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - dealer principal letter - attention: all kia dealer principals, kia is conducting a product improvement campaign to perform a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to protect the engine fro
Bulletin:
VPI1803_DSM
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - dealer service manager letter - attention: all kia dealer service managers, kia is conducting a product improvement campaign to perform a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to protect th
Bulletin:
VPI1803_OWNER_SO
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - owner 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
Bulletin:
VPI1803_QA
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - questions and answers - engine control unit (ecu) software update - this document is the q & a for the new product improvement campaign to provide information regarding a software update to the engine
Bulletin:
VPI1803_TSB
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - tsb - engine control unit (ecu) software update - this document is the technical service bulletin for the new product improvement campaign to provide information regarding a software update to the eng

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