Back to search
NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 21V519000

2021 Kia K5 | 2021 Kia Sorento | 2022 Kia K5 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Published July 9, 2021 · Recall initiated: July 8, 2021

Summary

NHTSA records recall 21V519000, published July 9, 2021 and initiated July 8, 2021. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2021 Kia K5 | 2021 Kia Sorento | 2022 Kia K5 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

What's the hazard

Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.

Get an email if KIA has another recall

Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.

Recall details

Brand
KIA
Model
K5
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Lot
2021 KIA K5 | 2021 KIA SORENTO | 2022 KIA K5
Risk classification
V
Country
US

Related recalls

Questions about this recall

Was 2021 Kia K5 | 2021 Kia Sorento | 2022 Kia K5 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V519000 on July 9, 2021. Reported hazard: Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

What should I do if I have this product?

Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: K5.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)