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VehicleDec 19, 201871,653 affected

Kia recall: Engine

What is wrong

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

What could happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
18V907000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Kia Motors America
Reported to NHTSA
Dec 19, 2018
Owners notified
Jan 17, 2019
Vehicles or items affected
71,653
Started by
NHTSA investigation
Built
Aug 12, 2010 to Dec 22, 2016
Part
Engine; Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Maker's own recall number
SC172

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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