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2021-2024 · Midsize SUV
Kia Sorento Lemon Law Attorney
Repeated problems with your Kia Sorento? See whether California lemon law may provide a buyback or refund, replacement vehicle, or cash settlement.
Tell us about your Sorento's repair history. We'll review whether a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement may be available.
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A quick eligibility check
Your Sorento may qualify if…
These are common indicators under California's Song-Beverly Act. An attorney reviews the full repair and warranty history before determining whether the firm can take a case.
You bought or leased the vehicle in California.
The problem arose while a manufacturer warranty covered the vehicle.
The dealer has had repeated repair opportunities, or the vehicle has spent significant time in the shop.
The defect continues and substantially affects the vehicle's use, value, or safety.
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Individual results vary and depend on the facts of each case. Past results do not guarantee a future outcome.
What happens next
Three straightforward steps
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Share your repair history
Tell us about the defect, dealer visits, warranty, and time your Sorento spent in the shop.
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An attorney reviews it
A licensed California attorney reviews the submitted information within 24 hours. The review is free and carries no obligation.
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We explain your options
If the firm accepts the case, our attorneys handle manufacturer communications and pursue the remedy supported by the facts.
Why Kia Sorento Owners Choose Lion Lemon
Attorney-Led Review
Every case is reviewed by a licensed California attorney within 24 hours — not a call center.
$0 Cost to You
Under California Civil Code §1794(d), the manufacturer pays our attorney fees when we win — not you.
California Focus
We only practice California lemon law. Every attorney on our team works on Song-Beverly Act cases daily.
We Handle the Paperwork
We draft your demand letter, negotiate with Kia, and handle the filing — you focus on driving.
Why a warranty isn't enough
Your warranty vs. the lemon law
A warranty is a promise to attempt repairs. The lemon law is what protects you when those repairs never stick.
The manufacturer's warranty
- The manufacturer decides which repairs to attempt.
- It only obligates them to keep trying — not to actually fix the problem.
- When the warranty ends, the manufacturer's repair obligation ends.
California's lemon law
- Kicks in when repeated repairs don't fix a substantial defect.
- Can require a refund, a replacement vehicle, or a cash settlement.
- Your legal claim can survive after the warranty ends — if the defect was reported while it was in force.
- When you win, the manufacturer pays your attorney fees — not you.
Explore Sorento defects, rights & FAQs
Common Kia Sorento Problems
Your California Lemon Law Rights
Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if your Kia Sorento has a substantial defect that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, you may be entitled to:
- Full refund of the purchase price
- Replacement vehicle of comparable value
- Cash compensation (cash-and-keep settlement)
- Attorney's fees paid by the manufacturer
Kia Sorento Lemon Law FAQ
My 2022 Sorento PHEV has been in the shop for over 45 days waiting for a replacement hybrid battery. Does the time out of service matter for California Lemon Law?
Absolutely. Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, a vehicle that has been out of service for repairs for a cumulative total of 30 or more calendar days is presumed to be a lemon. Your 45-day wait alone exceeds this threshold. You should send a written demand to Kia and consult an attorney to initiate the buyback or replacement process.
The Kia dealer says my Sorento's rough transmission shifting is a software issue and applied a reflash. If the problem returns, can I pursue a Lemon Law claim?
A software reflash counts as a warranty repair attempt under California law. If the transmission continues to exhibit rough shifting after the reflash and subsequent repair attempts, the vehicle may qualify as a lemon under Song-Beverly. Keep records of every TSB or software update applied, as these demonstrate the manufacturer is aware of a systemic defect.
I lease my 2023 Sorento and it has ongoing AWD system failures. Does California Lemon Law apply to leased vehicles?
Yes, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act fully covers leased vehicles in California. As a lessee, you are entitled to a refund of all lease payments made, your down payment and trade-in value, and any remaining lease obligation. Kia must also cover all fees and costs associated with the defective leased Sorento.
Kia issued a technical service bulletin for the Sorento sunroof water leak but the dealer says it is not a recall. Can I still file a Lemon Law claim?
A technical service bulletin is not a recall, but it is strong evidence that the manufacturer acknowledges a known defect. Under the Song-Beverly Act, any defect that substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value, or safety qualifies regardless of whether a formal recall has been issued. The existence of a TSB can actually strengthen your case by proving Kia had knowledge of the problem.
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