2003 Kia Sorento recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 4, 2005. It covers about 2,935 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,935
- reported
- Aug 4, 2005
- owners notified
- Oct 10, 2005
- related complaints
- 77
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Certain sport utility vehicles may experience a fuel leak from fuel tubes near the fuel tank due to an interference fit with the vehicle floor panel.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace a section of the fuel line. The recall began on october 10, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Recall number 05V353000
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sorento 2003 2003
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 77 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 05V353000
Is there a recall on the 2003 Kia Sorento hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 05V353000, reported on August 4, 2005, covers about 2,935 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V353000?
Dealers will replace a section of the fuel line. The recall began on october 10, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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