NHTSA recall campaign
21V519000
ManufacturerKia Motors AmericaReported2021-07-08Affected21,575 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Manufacturer 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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →