2016 Kia Sorento L / LX
VIN: 5XYPG4A36GG012345 | 2016 | Kia Georgia, Inc | GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
2016 Kia Sorento L / LX — 2.4L DOHC GDI Theta II, 4x2, Automatic. Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV].
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53/100
Safety & Recall Score: Caution
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Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.
⚠ 8 recall campaigns (high)
⚠ 1258 owner complaints (high)
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VIN Decoded
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- Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
- Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
- Plant: GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
8 Recall Campaigns- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima,...
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year...
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year...
Owner Complaints
1258 filed with NHTSA- I am the original owner of a 2016 Kia...
- The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sorento. The contact...
Fuel Economy
20 MPG Combined- City: 18 MPG
- Hwy: 25 MPG
- Combined: 20 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
Technical Specifications
Vehicle Overview
VIN
5XYPG4A36GG012345
Model Year
2016
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Trim
L / LX
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Doors
4
Seats
Not reported by manufacturer
Seat Rows
Not reported by manufacturer
Drive Type
4x2
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
Automatic
Engine
2.4L DOHC GDI Theta II
Manufacturer
Kia Georgia, Inc
Plant Location
GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
Country of Origin
UNITED STATES (USA)
VIN Breakdown
Position 1 — WMI Region
5 → United States
Position 2 — Manufacturer
X → Kia Georgia, Inc
Position 3 — Vehicle Type
Y → MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Positions 4–8 — Descriptor
PG4A3 → Sorento L / LX
Position 9 — Check Digit
6 → ✓ Valid
Position 10 — Model Year
G → 2016
Position 11 — Plant Code
G → GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
Positions 12–17 — Serial
012345 → Production sequence
Engine & Powertrain
Engine Model
DOHC GDI Theta II
Displacement
2.4 L
Displacement CC
2400.0
Displacement CI
146.45698582735
Valve Train
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Fuel Injection
Stoichiometric Gasoline Direct Injection (SGDI)
Drive Type
4x2
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Combined MPG
20 MPG
City MPG
18 MPG
Hwy MPG
25 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,200
5-Yr Fuel Cost
$16,000
GHG Score
5/10
CO₂ Emissions
436 g/mi
Barrels/Year
14.88
Safety & Driver Assistance
ABS
Not reported in manufacturer data
ESC
Not reported in manufacturer data
Traction Control
Not reported in manufacturer data
TPMS
Standard (Federal Req.)
Forward Collision Warn
Not reported in manufacturer data
Lane Departure Warning
Not reported in manufacturer data
Lane Keep System
Not reported in manufacturer data
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not reported in manufacturer data
Blind Spot Intervention
Not reported in manufacturer data
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not reported in manufacturer data
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not reported in manufacturer data
Parking Assist
Not reported in manufacturer data
Dynamic Brake Support
Not reported in manufacturer data
Pedestrian AEB
Not reported in manufacturer data
Rear Auto Braking
Not reported in manufacturer data
Auto Reverse System
Not reported in manufacturer data
Daytime Running Lights
Not reported in manufacturer data
Adaptive Driving Beam
Not reported in manufacturer data
Keyless Ignition
Not reported in manufacturer data
Auto High Beams
Not reported in manufacturer data
Front Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Airbags
1st and 2nd Rows
Knee Airbags
Not reported in manufacturer data
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Pretensioner
Not reported in manufacturer data
Brake System
Not reported in manufacturer data
Steering Location
Not reported in manufacturer data
Vehicle Dimensions & Weight
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Doors
4
Towing & Utility
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Drive Type
4x2
Wheels & Tires
TPMS
Standard (Federal Req.)
Manufacturing & Identity
Manufacturer
Kia Georgia, Inc
Manufacturer ID
20996
Make ID
499
Model ID
2769
Plant Company
Kia Motor Manufacturing, Georgia
Plant State
GEORGIA
Plant Country
UNITED STATES (USA)
Vehicle Descriptor
5XYPG4A3*GG
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Recall & Safety Summary
Total Recalls
8
Recall Status
Recall campaigns found
Recall Campaigns
8 recall campaigns identified
VIN repair status unknown — verify open recalls with NHTSA or a Kia dealer.
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Estimated Market Value
Based on vehicle age, class, trim & U.S. market conditions
Market estimate
$6,200–$9,800
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Safety Ratings
Overall Rating
5 Stars
Front Crash Rating
5 Stars
Side Crash Rating
5 Stars
Rollover Risk
4 Stars
Safety Recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel...
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019....
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Sorento vehicles manufactured October 23, 2014, to December 10, 2014. The affected vehicles have a front passenger seat belt whose buckle latch assembly may prevent the front passenger from...
Risk: If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in...
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt buckle cover, free of charge. The recall began on August 18,...
SEATS
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Sorento vehicles manufactured March 3, 2016 to March 21, 2016. The driver's seatback frame may have been produced with inadequate weld joints and, as a result, the seatback may...
Risk: In the event of a crash, the driver seatback frame could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds and replace the driver seatback frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began...
TRAILER HITCHES
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory...
Risk: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017. Owners may...
SUSPENSION:REAR
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
Risk: The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of...
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015. Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the...
Risk: If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact...
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 Sedona and Sorento vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with faulty automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, preventing the shift lever from locking, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash and injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7,...
TRAILER HITCHES
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia...
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary,...
Service bulletins and open investigations aren't part of this report. You can search them for free on NHTSA's site.
Finance & Cost Estimates
🔧 Service & Parts for this 2016 Kia Sorento
$1,650/yr
Estimated Annual Insurance (national avg — varies by driver, location & coverage)
5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr)
$8,250
Maintenance (5yr)
$7,500
5-Yr Fuel Cost (EPA)
$16,000
Depreciation (5yr est.)
$4,410
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Owner Complaints
I am the original owner of a 2016 Kia...
I am the original owner of a 2016 Kia Sorento and have lived at my original registration address since purchasing the vehicle. The engine suddenly and catastrophically failed/seized...
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sorento. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sorento. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that there was coolant intrusion into the engine. The failure was associated with Technical Service Bulletin: 253 (Rev...
Zubie plug-in obd device for gps tracking and health...
Zubie plug-in obd device for gps tracking and health monitoring of cars. It was triggering an airbag light on the dash which meant in the event of a...
Dear Kia America Customer Care Team, Thank you for...
Dear Kia America Customer Care Team, Thank you for your response regarding Case Number While I understand that my vehicle is technically outside the standard factory warranty period,...
Transmission failure at 99,000 miles Replaced by dealer under...
Transmission failure at 99,000 miles Replaced by dealer under warranty
I am the original, single owner of a 2016...
I am the original, single owner of a 2016 Kia Sorento in Snow White Pearl. My vehicle currently has approximately 96,000 miles on it. Roughly one year ago,...
Vehicle equipped with 3.3L V6 Lambda II engine, covered...
Vehicle equipped with 3.3L V6 Lambda II engine, covered under active Kia Warranty Extension Campaigns WTY035/WTY039 for engine block head bolt/gasket failure.In July, the vehicle experienced a cooling...
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Maintenance Schedule
Current
Oil & Filter Change
Every 7,500 mi
Kia recommended interval
Due Now
Air Filter (Engine)
Every 15,000–30,000 mi
Dirty filter reduces fuel economy by up to 10%
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000–25,000 mi
Affects AC, heat, and air quality
Current
Tire Rotation
Every 5,000–7,500 mi
Extends tire life by 25–40%
Due Soon
Brake Inspection
Every 12 months or 15,000 mi
Brake pads typically last 30,000–70,000 mi depending on driving
Due Now
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000–100,000 mi
Copper plugs every 30k; iridium/platinum every 60–100k
Due Now
Coolant Flush
Every 30,000 mi or 5 years
Old coolant becomes acidic and damages the cooling system
Due Now
Transmission Fluid
Every 30,000–60,000 mi
Neglected fluid leads to expensive transmission repairs
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, lowering boiling point
Due Now
Battery Test
Every 3–5 years
12V batteries typically last 3–5 years
Due Now
Drive Belt Inspection
Every 60,000–100,000 mi
Serpentine belt failure leaves you stranded
Due Now
Timing Belt/Chain Service
Every 60,000–105,000 mi (belt) or per manufacturer schedule (chain)
CRITICAL if belt-equipped — timing belt failure destroys engine. Confirm whether this engine uses a belt or chain (chains typically don't require scheduled replacement) before assuming this interval applies.
This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.
Additional Tools & Information
Estimated depreciation for this 2016 KIA Sorento based on vehicle class and age. These are projections from today’s general estimate, not past sale prices. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
Now
$8,000
+1 yr
$7,000
-12%
+2 yr
$6,200
-22%
+3 yr
$5,400
-32%
Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.
Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.
Insurance
$1,650/yr
22%
Maintenance
$1,500/yr
20%
Fuel/Energy
$3,200/yr
43%
Depreciation
$882/yr
12%
Registration
$250/yr
3%
Estimated Total Annual Cost
$7,482/yr
National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.
7.5
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Rank #9 overall
33 issues / 100 vehicles
Kia Reliability
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Dec 19, 2018
Jul 14, 2015
Oct 24, 2016
Nov 30, 2016
Jun 29, 2016
Feb 13, 2015
Oct 8, 2022
Sep 19, 2022
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Front Tires
33 PSI (typical)
See door jamb
Rear Tires
33 PSI (typical)
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Spare Tire
60 PSI (typical)
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Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires
Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.
❄ Winter Prep
✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Consider winter tires if driving in snow or ice regions
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ Inspect fuel lines and check for water in fuel system
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Check transmission fluid color and level
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Kia Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
5yr/60k
Has likely ended
Powertrain
10yr/100k
May still be covered
Corrosion / Rust
5yr/unlimited
Has likely ended
Estimated from the model year only. Factory coverage runs from the vehicle's original sale date, which this report can't confirm, and mileage limits can end coverage sooner. Verify remaining coverage with a Kia dealer using the VIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 5XYPG4A36GG012345 decode to?
VIN 5XYPG4A36GG012345 decodes to a 2016 KIA Sorento L / LX, assembled in GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2016 KIA Sorento have?
NHTSA shows 8 recall campaigns associated with the 2016 KIA Sorento. This reflects campaigns issued for this model/year — it does not confirm whether this specific VIN's repairs have already been completed. Contact a KIA dealer with this VIN to check.
Is it safe to buy a 2016 KIA Sorento with recall campaigns on file?
A recall campaign doesn't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but any unresolved recall should be addressed promptly. Contact a KIA dealer with this VIN to confirm which specific recalls apply and whether they've already been completed — repairs are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2016 KIA Sorento?
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2016 KIA Sorento L / LX is estimated at $6,200–$9,800. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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According to EPA data, the 2016 KIA Sorento gets approximately 20 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,200.
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