NHTSA recall 17V-224 (17V224000)
engine and engine cooling recall reported March 31, 2017 - about 618,160 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V224000
- Also written as
- 17V-224
- Manufacturer number
- SC147
- Reported
- March 31, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~618,160
- Component
- engine and engine cooling
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-224 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.