Recall 18V907000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Defect in 2011-2018 KIA SORENTO
RECALL This recall affects up to 71,653 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V907000 |
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Vehicles Affected | 71,653 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2011 KIA SPORTAGE, 2011 KIA OPTIMA, 2012 KIA SORENTO, 2012 KIA SPORTAGE, 2012 KIA OPTIMA, 2013 KIA SORENTO, 2013 KIA OPTIMA, 2013 KIA SPORTAGE, 2014 KIA SORENTO, 2014 KIA OPTIMA, 2014 KIA SPORTAGE, 2015 KIA SORENTO, 2015 KIA OPTIMA, 2015 KIA SPORTAGE, 2016 KIA SORENTO, 2016 KIA OPTIMA, 2016 KIA SPORTAGE, 2017 KIA SPORTAGE, 2017 KIA SORENTO, 2017 KIA OPTIMA, 2018 KIA SPORTAGE
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Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
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