Defect Description For Recall
Kia Motors America (Kia) Is Recalling Certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte And Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, And 2012 Sportage Vehicles. An Engine Compartment Fire Can Occur While Driving.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
FORTE
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
20V750000
Component Description
Engine
Effect Of Defect
An Engine Compartment Fire Increases The Risk Of Injury.
Fix Defect
Kia Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Engine Compartment For Fuel And/Or Engine Oil Leaks, Perform An Engine Test And Make Any Repairs, Including Engine Replacement, As Necessary, Free Of Charge. In Addition, Kia Is Currently Developing A Knock Sensor DeteCTIon System (Ksds) Software Update, Which When Available, Will Be Performed By Dealers Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin January 27, 2021. Owners May Contact Kia Customer Service At 1-800-333-4542. Kia’S Number For This Recall Is Sc200.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
294756
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20201202
Make Campaign Number
SC200