NHTSA : 23V027000🔴 ⚠️ High severity

Campaign Details

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

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 / Hazard

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

Proposed Solution

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.

🚗 Affected Vehicles1

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.