Why does my Kia battery keep dying?

“Electrical devices or lights left running, a defective charging system or alternator, and extreme weather are some common reasons but maybe it’s just time to get a new battery.”

What is draining my car battery overnight?

This can be a result of various factors including the number one cause which is leaving headlights, glove box lights, or cabin lights on overnight. Parasitic drain can also be caused by defective fuses, bad wiring, and poor installation of a new car battery.

How long does the battery for a Kia Sorento last?

between 3-5 years
Kia Sorento batteries usually last between 3-5 years, but this is variable depending on driving habits, the type of battery, weather conditions, and more.

What Kia cars are on recall?

The recall covers certain Optima sedans from 2013 through 2015 and Sorento SUVs from 2014 and 2015. The same vehicles were recalled last year because brake fluid can leak into a control computer, causing an electrical short. That can increase the risk of fire even when the vehicles are parked.

What brand of battery does Kia use?

Interstate batteries
Kia uses Interstate batteries engineered especially for Kia vehicles including the K900, Cadenza, Stinger, Optima, Forte, Rio, Telluride, Sorento, Sportage, Soul, Niro, and Sedona.

Is there a recall on my Kia Sorento?

Recall no. Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC214.

What is the recall on Kia Sorento?

Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

Are there any problems with the Kia Motor Sorento?

Kia Motor Sorento owners have reported 11 problems related to battery dead (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Kia Motor Sorento based on all problems reported for the Sorento.

Why is my Kia Sorento battery draining while driving?

If your Kia Sorento’s battery is draining, it’s something that’ll need addressing right away. If it is draining while your Sorento is off, it’s usually caused by something that is drawing current that shouldn’t be. If the battery is draining while you’re driving, that is probably going to be the alternator or battery.

What happened to the 2014 Sorento SXL?

Left 2014 Sorento sxl at airport parking and flew to another city for one week. Came back to find vehicle will not start. Battery was dead. I sprained my back trying to open the SUV trunk from inside as there was no power available to release the trunk lock.

How do you know if your Sorrento is going bad?

No lights, no braking, no hazard lights to engage all systems down. My sorrento started to ride very rough and felt like engine was knocking and mthe vehicle would start to shake. I pulled over turn vehicle off checked all my levels everything was ok except low washer fluid. Proceeded home no problem.