Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V750000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V750000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2012-2013 sorento, 2012-2015 forte and forte koup, 2011-2013 optima hybrid, 2014-2015 soul, and 2012 sportage vehicles Includes 294,756 affected units, Engine Damage May Cause Fire, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2012-2013 sorento, 2012-2015 forte and forte koup, 2011-2013 optima hybrid, 2014-2015 soul, and 2012 sportage vehicles
Defect Summary
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 sorento, 2012-2015 forte and forte koup, 2011-2013 optima hybrid, 2014-2015 soul, and 2012 sportage vehicles. an engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. in addition, kia dealers will update the knock sensor detection system (ksds) software, free of charge. the recall began january 27, 2021. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc200.