2021-2022 Kia K5 and Kia Sorento recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on July 8, 2021. It covers about 21,575 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 21,575
- reported
- Jul 8, 2021
- owners notified
- Jul 21, 2021
- related complaints
- 127
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 21V519000
Affected vehicles
- Kia K5 2021-2022 20212022
- Kia Sorento 2021 2021
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 127 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 21V519000
Is there a recall on the 2021-2022 Kia K5 and Kia Sorento hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 21V519000, reported on July 8, 2021, covers about 21,575 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V519000?
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.
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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