How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Kia Sorento?

NHTSA lists 22 steering complaints for the 2013 Kia Sorento, which is about 2% of the 981 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2013 Kia Sorento?

NHTSA shows no related recall tied to the steering complaints for the 2013 Kia Sorento. One owner noted a similar axle-related recall applied to the 2014 model year but not the 2013.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2013 Sorento?

The median mileage at failure among steering complaints is 66,000 miles.

Have steering problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2013 Kia Sorento?

NHTSA data tied to these steering complaints includes 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries.

2013 Kia Sorento Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 22 steering complaints for the 2013 Kia Sorento, about 2% of that year's 981 total complaints, with 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 66,000 miles, and NHTSA shows no related recall for this steering issue.

Steering complaints: 22; 2% of 981
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 66,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Some owners report the steering wheel suddenly seizing during a turn at low speed, causing loss of control.
Others describe loss of power steering assist that coincided with a sudden engine stall or loss of power, making the vehicle hard to steer.
A few owners report a shimmy or vibration felt through the steering wheel while the engine was idling.
Some drivers report the steering column or ignition would not unlock, requiring them to jerk the wheel back and forth before the key would turn.
One owner linked a steering-related power loss to an axle problem covered by a recall on the 2014 model year but not on the 2013 Sorento.

When 2013 Kia Sorento steering complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 28, 2012, latest Oct 29, 2023.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2012 to Oct 2023; peak Oct 2018 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2013 Kia Sorento

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Sorento model year

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

20100 (0%)
201153 (3%)
201220 (2%)
201322 (2%)
201435 (4%)
201533 (4%)
201680 (6%)
201797 (12%)
201826 (10%)
201911 (3%)
20204 (3%)
20216 (2%)
202210 (5%)
20237 (6%)
20241 (2%)
20252 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Kia Sorento?: NHTSA lists 22 steering complaints for the 2013 Kia Sorento, which is about 2% of the 981 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2013 Kia Sorento?: NHTSA shows no related recall tied to the steering complaints for the 2013 Kia Sorento. One owner noted a similar axle-related recall applied to the 2014 model year but not the 2013.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2013 Sorento?: The median mileage at failure among steering complaints is 66,000 miles.
Have steering problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2013 Kia Sorento?: NHTSA data tied to these steering complaints includes 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries.