Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #23V027000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V027000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2022 sorento plug-in hybrid (phev) vehicles Includes 34 affected units, Improperly Molded Fuel Tank May Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2022 sorento plug-in hybrid (phev) vehicles

Defect Summary

Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2022 sorento plug-in hybrid (phev) vehicles. the fuel tank may have been improperly molded, which can result in a fuel leak.

Corrective Action

Deales will inspect and replace the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed march 22, 2023. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc261.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V027000

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2023-01-25T00:00:00

Subject: Improperly molded fuel tank may leak

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 34

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC261

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2022 sorento plug-in hybrid (phev) vehicles. the fuel tank may have been improperly molded, which can result in a fuel leak.

Consequence Summary: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: Deales will inspect and replace the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed march 22, 2023. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc261.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 91.18

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NHTSA ID: 23V027000

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