NHTSA recall 21V519000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
KIA K5 and 1 more
Reported Jul 8, 202121,575 vehicles affectedKia Motors AmericaMaker’s number SC214
The 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.
The risk
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
The 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.