NHTSARecalled Sep 21, 2017 · #17V586000
Improperly Heat Treated Crankshaft May Cause Stall
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Sorento vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may fail. If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.
Product details
- Product
- Improperly Heat Treated Crankshaft May Cause Stall
- 2017 Sorento
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crankshaft, and, as necessary, replace the engine sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC153.