At 109k miles, the engine started making a knocking sound. the mechanic diagnosed a worn out rod bearing, and stated the engine would likely fail in the near future. complete engine failure happened within 24 hours of diagnosis, approximately 48 hours after knocking sounds were first detected. engine failed while vehicle was in motion, while turning into a parking lot.
Vehicle motor seized and stopped while driving due to low oil pressure. main oil seal under engine failed spilling oil on street.
I have a 2011 kia sedona . when i go and crank this van i get the smell of gasoline so strong throughout my van. you cannot stand to drive it. it doesn't matter if your sitting still or driving. the smell is over whelming and makes you sick to your stomach and causes a headache from from the smell. i was told it was the fuel bar. i have read of plenty others having this same issue. this needs to be a recall if that many people are having issues also. this is my family vehicle.
At 101,000 miles the engine blew up. as i was driving i heard a loud knocking sound and all the lights on the dashboard illuminated. i immediately pulled over. i had our van towed to the nearest kia dealership where i was told, 3 days later, that our engine blew up. i came across a recent recall for the same issue from kia with the sorento.
tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia sedona. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he observed fluid leaking from the front of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to local dealer, briggs kia 3411 topeka blvd topeka ks, 66605 but was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact stated that an unknown light was constantly illuminated. the contact also stated that he received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v387000 (suspension) and felt that it was related to the failure. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.
The oil light came on while i was idling. i had it looked at and was told that the oil sending unit/ oil sensor switch was leaking oil. the oil leaks out faster than you can put it in. it's a 3 book hour job to replace. the part cost is between $30-$60. they need to take the intake off to get to the bad part. i'm sure it will be about a $500 fix. i'm not the only one experiencing this problem. if you google search this vehicle you will find that many other vans are having the same issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia sedona. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the contact pulled the vehicle over and restarted it and the vehicle functioned properly. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that a code read p2106 limited home mode and p0638 throttle actuator. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified and they stated that they would contact the dealer for further information. the failure mileage was 11,100.