NHTSA recall 18V-907 (18V907000)
engine recall reported December 19, 2018 - about 71,653 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V907000
- Also written as
- 18V-907
- Manufacturer number
- SC172
- Reported
- December 19, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~71,653
- Component
- engine
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-907 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.