NHTSA recall 22V202000
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger
KIA Sorento
Reported Mar 29, 202226 vehicles affectedKia Motors AmericaMaker’s number SC233
The defect
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
The risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC233.
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