NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V224000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Published April 5, 2017 · Recall initiated: March 31, 2017
What's the hazard
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
What to do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147.
Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- SPORTAGE
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 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
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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