2013 Kia Sorento Recall — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE (17V224000)
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
| Year | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sorento |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| Campaign number | 17V224000 |
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Summary | Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine. |
| Consequence | Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147. |
| Report received | 31/03/2017 |
| Source | NHTSA |
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