2011-2013 Kia Sorento Recalled for Transmission Issue
The 2011-2013 Kia Sorento is being recalled for a transmission glitch.
According to the recall notice, the affected Kia Sorento crossovers can unexpectedly roll while parked if the gearshift lever is pressed with too much force, resulting in a chip or crack to the break-shift interlock. As a result, that could cause the transmission to unintentionally shift out of park, even if the brakes are not pressed. The Korean automaker said three injuries, 54 warranty claims and 14 customer complaints have been related to the recall.
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The company’s regulatory team began investigating the issue in August following a copy of a letter from an attorney alleging his client’s son climbed into a 2011 Kia Sorento and shifted the crossover out of park, despite not engaging the brakes or putting a key in the ignition.
Recall notices will be sent out starting November 24 and dealerships will replace the faulty brake-shift interlock with new parts for free.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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