Suspension damage
So, according to the dealer, my 2016 Kia Sorento will soon need new rear suspension trail arms. They claim it is damage from towing so the warranty won't cover it. Now, my Sorento, a 2016 FWD V6 S...
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Jeff10236 wrote:BurbMan wrote:Jeff10236 wrote:
So, according to the dealer, my 2016 Kia Sorento will soon need new rear suspension trail arms. They claim it is damage from towing so the warranty won't cover it.
Folks, nothing broke, it sounds like the dealer noted that the bushings are worn out and is saying that it's probably due to the extra weight of towing. Suspension bushings are considered wear items like brakes and aren't covered anyway. You can get them at Rock Auto for like $13. I
He said it is the trail arms that need replaced (not immediately if I can't afford it, but ASAP) at $300-400 per side, not just the rubber bushings, and that it isn't a manufacturer's defect but caused by the towing so it won't be under warranty.
That is because like many modern suspension parts the bushings are not replaced but part of the assembly. This is very common on trailing arms and control arms.
