Model year guide

2009 Kia Sorento

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Kia Sorento is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 38 on record.

2009 Kia Sorento at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints55
Combined17 mpg
Typical price$6,652

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2009 Kia Sorento recalls 3

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #20V088000 · 14/02/2020

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the HECU when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's num…

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #11E041000 · 06/10/2011

CURT MANUFACTURING IS RECALLING CERTAIN TOW PACKAGE WIRING HARNESSES, PART NUMBER 56024, THAT CONNECT TOW VEHICLE LIGHTING CIRCUITS TO TRAILER LIGHTING CIRCUITS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ AND KIA SORENTO VEHICLES. THE UNITS ARE NOT WATER-TIGHT AND MOISTURE CAN SEEP INTO THE CONVERTER MODULE AND DEFEAT THE MODULE'S INTERNAL CIRCUIT PROTECTION.

Fix: CURT MANUFACTURING WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE TOW PACKAGE WIRING HARNESS. THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 17, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CURT MANUFACTURING AT 1-715 831-8713.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #13V114000 · 01/04/2013

Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, …

Fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2009 Kia Sorento common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2009 Kia Sorento MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 Kia Sorento worth?

Low
$3,500
Typical price
$6,652
High
$9,100

From 38 comparable 2009 Kia Sorento listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Kia Sorento costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,150
Total$21,900
Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($6,652) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,521), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Kia Sorento trims & engines on record

Trims
LX · BL
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl

2009 Kia Sorento vehicles on record

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2009 Kia Sorento — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Kia Sorento have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Kia Sorento. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Kia Sorento?

Based on 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Kia Sorento get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Kia Sorento at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).

How much is a 2009 Kia Sorento worth?

Comparable 2009 Kia Sorento listings run roughly $3,500–$9,100, typically around $6,652 (from 38 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.