NHTSA recall 21V-519 (21V519000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported July 8, 2021 - about 21,575 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V519000
- Also written as
- 21V-519
- Manufacturer number
- SC214
- Reported
- July 8, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~21,575
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-519 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 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.