How many suspension complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Kia Sorento?

NHTSA lists 65 complaints in the Suspension, Wheels & Tires category for the 2011 Kia Sorento, which is 4% of the 1,517 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2011 Kia Sorento suspension problems?

No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires category on the 2011 Kia Sorento.

At what mileage do 2011 Kia Sorento suspension problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 49,000 miles.

Were there any crashes linked to 2011 Kia Sorento suspension complaints?

NHTSA data shows 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries associated with Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2011 Kia Sorento.

How does the 2011 Sorento compare to other years for this problem area?

The 2011 model year had 65 complaints in this category, the highest count among Sorento years listed, compared to 25 in 2012 and 23 in 2013.

2011 Kia Sorento Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 65 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2011 Kia Sorento, 4% of its 1,517 total complaints that year. Median mileage at failure was 49,000 miles, with 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries reported. No related recalls are listed.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 65; 4% of 1,517
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 49,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners report a front tire or wheel failing suddenly at highway speed, causing loss of control.
Some describe a front wheel assembly giving out while driving around 35 mph, with the wheel well and suspension components separating from the vehicle.
Multiple owners noticed the vehicle pulling or drifting to the right shortly after purchase, sometimes within the first few hundred miles, that dealers could not permanently correct with alignments or tire rotations.
Several report a clunking or banging noise from the front passenger side when driving over small bumps, which dealers reportedly called common to the platform.
One owner reported coil spring issues causing the vehicle to pull to the right, noting parts were on back order.
Another owner reported two suspension failures within weeks requiring replacement of rear shock absorber assemblies.

When 2011 Kia Sorento suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 2, 2010, latest Apr 24, 2026.

65 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2010 Q2 to 2026 Q2; peak 2010 Q3 (6).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2011 Kia Sorento

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Sorento model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200528 (9%)
200614 (6%)
200710 (6%)
200813 (6%)
20091 (2%)
20101 (33%)
201165 (4%)
201225 (3%)
201323 (2%)
201426 (3%)
201510 (1%)
201618 (1%)
20174 (0%)
20182 (1%)
20194 (1%)
20203 (2%)
20210 (0%)
20224 (2%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (2%)
20251 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Kia Sorento?: NHTSA lists 65 complaints in the Suspension, Wheels & Tires category for the 2011 Kia Sorento, which is 4% of the 1,517 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2011 Kia Sorento suspension problems?: No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires category on the 2011 Kia Sorento.
At what mileage do 2011 Kia Sorento suspension problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 49,000 miles.
Were there any crashes linked to 2011 Kia Sorento suspension complaints?: NHTSA data shows 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries associated with Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2011 Kia Sorento.
How does the 2011 Sorento compare to other years for this problem area?: The 2011 model year had 65 complaints in this category, the highest count among Sorento years listed, compared to 25 in 2012 and 23 in 2013.