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Kia Collision Repair in Bradenton, FL
Collision repair for Forte, K5, Soul, Seltos, Sportage, Sorento, Telluride and EV6 owners in Bradenton. All makes and models, OEM parts whenever possible.
Kia has gone from an economy brand to one of the most popular nameplates on Manatee County roads. Fortes and K5s commute along US-41 and I-75, Souls and Seltos crossovers zip around downtown Bradenton, and Telluride and Sorento SUVs carry families to Lakewood Ranch ballfields and Anna Maria Island beaches. When yours is damaged, Firkins Collision Center is a Kia body shop in Bradenton that repairs all makes and models at 2700 1st St, using OEM parts whenever possible.
Kia Models We Repair Most
- Forte and K5: compact and midsize sedans
- Soul: the boxy hatchback with a loyal following
- Seltos and Niro: subcompact crossovers, including Niro hybrids and EV
- Sportage: compact SUV, with hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions
- Sorento: midsize three-row SUV
- Telluride: full-size three-row family SUV
- Carnival: Kia's minivan with power sliding doors
- EV6 and EV9: electric crossovers and SUVs
Every repair follows our seven-step repair process, from a free estimate and teardown to final inspection and road test.
How Modern Kias Are Built
Heavy Use of Advanced High-Strength Steel
Like its sister brand Hyundai, Kia builds its vehicles around large amounts of advanced high-strength steel (AHSS). When Kia launched the Telluride for 2020, it described the body as about 59 percent AHSS and said the main structure doesn't use aluminum. Smaller Kias follow the same approach: Kia said the 2019 Forte was about 54 percent AHSS and the 2021 Seltos about 61 percent, and newer models add hot-stamped parts in the pillars and roof rails.
What that means for collision repair:
- Advanced and hot-stamped steels usually can't be heated or straightened the way older mild steel could.
- Kia's repair procedures specify where parts may be sectioned, which must be replaced and how they must be joined.
- Accurate measuring is essential to confirm the structure is back to factory dimensions. Our frame straightening process uses frame machines and computer-assisted measuring to do just that.
Carnival and Telluride: Big Family Vehicles
The Carnival's power sliding doors rely on tracks, rollers, latches and wiring that all need precise alignment after a side impact. The Telluride's large rear liftgate, rear sensors and camera often all get involved in a rear-end hit. See rear-end collision repair.
Kia Drive Wise and Driver-Assist Features
Many newer Kias come with Kia Drive Wise driver-assist technologies. Depending on model and trim, they may include:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Following Assist
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist and Blind-Spot View Monitor
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Smart Cruise Control and Highway Driving Assist
- Rear Occupant Alert and parking distance warning
These systems rely on a camera at the top of the windshield, front radar, rear-corner radar and ultrasonic sensors in the bumpers. Even a light bumper hit can shift a sensor or bracket. After a collision repair, ask your estimator how your vehicle's systems will be verified. Learn more in ADAS sensors after a collision.
Hybrids and EVs
Kia's electrified lineup includes the Niro, Sportage Hybrid, Sorento Hybrid, EV6 and EV9. These vehicles carry high-voltage batteries and cabling, which add specific safety steps and planning to the repair process. We repair all makes and models, including Kia hybrids and EVs.
OEM Parts Whenever Possible
We use OEM parts whenever possible on Kia repairs. Grilles, bumper covers and lighting on newer Kias often integrate sensors and distinctive designs, and correct-fit parts help everything look and work as intended. Read OEM vs. aftermarket parts, and if you're working through a claim, see our insurance claims page.
Common Kia Damage in Bradenton
- Front bumper and grille damage, often involving front radar and parking sensors: see bumper repair
- Rear-end hits in heavy traffic on US-41, Cortez Road and SR-70
- Door dings and parking-lot scrapes, which may suit dent or scratch repair
- Hail and storm damage during Florida's summer storm season
Paint That Holds Up in Florida
Kia's bold colors and two-tone roofs require careful matching and masking. Our auto painting is done in a dedicated booth with a waterborne paint system. For 30 days after your repair, avoid pressure washes and wax, park away from trees, and clean off love bugs and bird droppings quickly. Read love bugs and car paint damage for more.
Why Kia Owners Choose Firkins Collision Center
- All makes and models repaired, including Kia cars, SUVs, hybrids and EVs
- I-CAR- and ASE-certified technicians with ongoing training
- Frame machines, computer-assisted measuring and a dedicated paint booth
- Works with all insurance companies; help with claims paperwork
- Free loaners or rental help, shuttle service, and pickup and delivery
- Lifetime warranty on parts and labor
- Spanish-speaking staff
See all vehicles we repair.
Get Your Kia Repaired in Bradenton
Request a free estimate or call (941) 229-6451. If your Kia can't be driven, call our 24-hour towing line at (941) 749-1450.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to take my Kia to a Kia dealer for collision repair?
Generally, no. As the owner you can tell your insurer where you want the car repaired, and most major insurers say you can use any shop. Firkins Collision Center repairs all makes and models, including Kia, and uses OEM parts whenever possible.
What is the Kia Telluride body made of?
When Kia introduced the Telluride for 2020, it said about 59 percent of the body was advanced high-strength steel, with no aluminum in the main structure. Those steels make careful, procedure-based structural repair important.
Should my Kia's Drive Wise features be checked after a repair?
Yes, it's a good idea. Kia Drive Wise features use a windshield camera, front radar, rear-corner radar and parking sensors. Ask your estimator how your vehicle's systems will be verified after repairs are complete.
Can you repair a Kia EV6 or EV9?
We repair all makes and models, including electric vehicles. EVs have large high-voltage battery packs that add specific safety steps to the repair, and your estimator can explain how your vehicle will be handled.
How long will my Kia be in the shop?
Minor repairs often take a few days, while significant damage can take several weeks depending on the extent of the damage and parts availability. We provide progress updates throughout and can help arrange a loaner or rental.
Wrecked, dented or scratched? Let's look at it.
Free estimates, help with your insurance claim, and a loaner while we work.