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NHTSARecalled Dec 19, 2018 · #18V907000

High Pressure Fuel Pipe May Leak

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Vehicle safety defect

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

Product details

Product
  • High Pressure Fuel Pipe May Leak
  • 2011-2018 Sportage
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice