58 Electrical parts are listed for the 2008 Kia Sorento, in 10 part types, covering both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 2008 Kia Sorento, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. Most of the listed parts are Fuse (26 parts), Alternator / Generator (10 parts) and Starter Motor (8 parts). The other 7 part types cover the remaining 14 parts.
The 2008 Kia Sorento was sold with both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2008 Kia Sorento electrical parts are BUSSMANN (16 parts), LITTELFUSE (10 parts) and PURE ENERGY (5 parts), plus 12 more brands. Quality grades include Remanufactured, New and 30 Amp.
11 parts on this 2008 Kia Sorento page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including WAI GLOBAL 11191N (Alternator / Generator) and BUSSMANN ATM10 (Fuse). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Alternator / Generator
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAI GLOBAL Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | 11191N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Replaces Nippondenso and Valeo130 Amps | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: 3.8L V6 | 15599N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | New | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY Fits: 3.8L V6 | 15599N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Wound Wire DesignFront and Rear Housing Touch without Exposed Laminate Stack | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER Fits: 3.8L V6 | N11191 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 130 Amps | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PURE ENERGY Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | 11846 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| BOSCH Fits: 3.8L V6 | AL4066X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY Fits: 3.8L V6 | 15599 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| REMY Fits: 3.8L V6 | 12727 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER Fits: 3.8L V6 | 11191 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL Fits: 3.8L V6 | 11191R | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Power Select Reman | View on Amazon |
This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator.
10 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 2008 Kia Sorento, from PURE ENERGY, WAI GLOBAL, TERREPOWER and 3 other brands. WAI GLOBAL 11191N carries the "Popular" badge.
In the New grade, WAI GLOBAL, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is WAI GLOBAL 11191N.
In the Remanufactured grade, PURE ENERGY, BOSCH, REMY and 2 other brands supply 6 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is PURE ENERGY 11846.
Battery Terminal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA Fits: 3.8L V6 | 00350 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Top Post Terminal | View on Amazon |
| DEKA Fits: 3.8L V6 | 01056 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Top Post Terminal Lead Free | View on Amazon |
This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts.
2 Battery Terminal parts for the 2008 Kia Sorento come from DEKA.
This group includes DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.
Flasher
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRIDON / NOVITA Fits: 3.8L V6 | EP34 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Electronic Flasher | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 3.8L V6 | 1R3634 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Turn Signalor HAZARD WARNING | View on Amazon |
This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards.
2 Flasher parts for the 2008 Kia Sorento come from 2 brands — TRIDON / NOVITA and WELLS.
This group includes TRIDON / NOVITA EP34 and WELLS 1R3634.
Fuse
10 Amp
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSSMANN Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM10 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ATM Series10 Amp | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM10ID | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 10 AmpeasyID | View on Amazon |
| LITTELFUSE Fits: 3.8L V6 | LMIN10 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mini FuseLow Profile | View on Amazon |
15 Amp
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSSMANN Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM15 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 15 AmpsATM Series | View on Amazon |
| LITTELFUSE Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | MIN15 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mini Fuse15A | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM15ID | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | easyID15 Amps | View on Amazon |
150 Amp
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | AMI150B | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bolt-On Fuse or Bolt-InStud Mount Fuse | View on Amazon |
| LITTELFUSE Fits: 3.8L V6 | MEG150 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
20 Amp
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSSMANN Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM20 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ATM Series20 Amps | View on Amazon |
| LITTELFUSE Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | MIN20 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mini Fuse20A | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | FMX20 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 20 AmpsFMX Series | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM20ID | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 20 AmpseasyID | View on Amazon |
| LITTELFUSE Fits: 3.8L V6 | JCAS20 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | JCASE High Amp Fuse20A | View on Amazon |
25 Amp
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM25 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ATM Series25 Amps | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM25ID | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | easyID25 Amps | View on Amazon |
| LITTELFUSE Fits: 3.8L V6 | MIN25 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mini Fuse25A | View on Amazon |
30 Amp
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LITTELFUSE Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | JCAS30 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | JCASE High Amp Fuse30A | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM30 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 30 AmpsATM Series | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | ATM30ID | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ATM Series30 Amps | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | FMX30 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | FMX Series30 Amps | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | FMX30ID | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 30 AmpseasyID | View on Amazon |
| LITTELFUSE Fits: 3.8L V6 | MIN30 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mini Fuse30A | View on Amazon |
40 Amp
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | FMX40 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | FMX Series40 Amp | View on Amazon |
| BUSSMANN Fits: 3.8L V6 | FMX40ID | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 40 AmpeasyID | View on Amazon |
| LITTELFUSE Fits: 3.8L V6 | JCAS40 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | JCASE High Amp Fuse40A | View on Amazon |
60 Amp
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LITTELFUSE Fits: 3.8L V6 | JCAS60 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | JCASE High Amp Fuse60A | View on Amazon |
This table covers the replacement fuses for this vehicle's fuse boxes. Typical signs include one circuit dead while its neighbor still works, or a fuse that blows again as soon as you replace it. Match amperage and fuse type. A repeat blow means a short — find it before the next fuse.
26 Fuse parts for the 2008 Kia Sorento come from 2 brands — BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. The "Popular" part is BUSSMANN ATM10. Grades run from 10 Amp through 60 Amp; 30 Amp is the most populated section, led by BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE.
Horn
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA Fits: 3.8L V6 | 011225901 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Hella OE-Connect Horn TE26 SetHousing Color: Black | View on Amazon |
This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle.
This group shows a single part: HELLA 011225901.
Speed Sensor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEMO Fits: 3.8L V6 | V52720142 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear LeftSpeedometer Speed Sensor | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | SC347 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Vehicle Speedor Transmission SpeedOutput | View on Amazon |
| HYUNDAI Fits: 3.8L V6 | 964204A600 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | At TransmissionSpeedometer Impulse Sender | View on Amazon |
| VEMO Fits: 3.8L V6 | V52720152 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 3.8L V6 | 5S12576 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Transmission SpeedOutput | View on Amazon |
This table covers the speed sensors on the transmission, transfer case or ABS ring. Typical signs include a dead speedometer, harsh transmission shifts, or a code for vehicle speed. Inspect the tone wheel and the connector before replacing the sensor.
5 Speed Sensor parts for the 2008 Kia Sorento come from 4 brands — VEMO, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HYUNDAI and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SC347.
The Economy section lists 1 option from VEMO — the catalog's value-priced group. VEMO V52720142 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HYUNDAI, VEMO and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SC347.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SC347, VEMO V52720142 and HYUNDAI 964204A600, among others listed above.
Starter Motor
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PURE ENERGY Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | 6977SN | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WAI GLOBAL Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | 6977N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| BOSCH Fits: 3.8L V6 | SR4144N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCH Fits: 3.8L V6 | SR4144X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: 3.8L V6 | 6977S | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY Fits: 3.8L V6 | 6977S | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| REMY Fits: 3.8L V6 | 25913 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER Fits: 3.8L V6 | 6950 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
8 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 2008 Kia Sorento, from PURE ENERGY, BOSCH, WAI GLOBAL and 3 other brands. PURE ENERGY 6977SN carries the "Popular" badge.
New: 3 parts, from PURE ENERGY, WAI GLOBAL and BOSCH. A representative part number is PURE ENERGY 6977SN.
Remanufactured: 5 parts, from BOSCH, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is BOSCH SR4144X.
Part numbers include PURE ENERGY 6977SN, WAI GLOBAL 6977N and BOSCH SR4144N, among others listed above.
Starter Solenoid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.8L V6 | SS873 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 3.8L V6 | 1M1613 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid.
2 Starter Solenoid parts are listed for the 2008 Kia Sorento, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS873 and WELLS 1M1613.
Voltage Regulator
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.8L V6 | VR849 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the regulators that control alternator output voltage.
This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VR849.
Yaw Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: 3.8L V6 | 5S7713 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mounting Bracket Included: No | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Yaw sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors.
This group shows a single part: WELLS 5S7713.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 2008 Kia Sorento
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Match the engine first. Every electrical part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Fuse and Alternator / Generator .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 2008 Kia Sorento?
Our catalog currently lists 58 electrical parts for the 2008 Kia Sorento across 10 subcategories and 15 brands, covering both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do electrical parts differ between 2008 Kia Sorento engines?
Yes. Every electrical part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 2008 Kia Sorento?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2008 Kia Sorento was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2008 Kia Sorento?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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