2017 Kia Sorento recall: engine
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on September 21, 2017. It covers about 62 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 62
- reported
- Sep 21, 2017
- owners notified
- Nov 6, 2017
- related complaints
- 406
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 17V586000
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sorento 2017 2017
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 406 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 17V586000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Kia Sorento engine?
Yes. Recall 17V586000, reported on September 21, 2017, covers about 62 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V586000?
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.
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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