Defect Description For Recall
Certain Sport Utility Vehicles May Experience A Fuel Leak From Fuel Tubes Near The Fuel Tank Due To An Interference Fit With The Vehicle Floor Panel.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
SORENTO
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
05V353000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Fuel Leakage, In The Presence Of An Ignition Source, Could Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace A SeCTIon Of The Fuel Line. The Recall Began On October 10, 2005. Owners May Contact Kia At 1-800-333-4542.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20020607
End Of Manufacture
20020814
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2935
Date Owners Notified
20051010
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20050804
Make Campaign Number
SC-052