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2003 Kia Sorento Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Aug 4, 2005

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Kia Sorento average of 3.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2003 Kia Sorento recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 05V353000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings

Manufacturer: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

Reported Aug 4, 2005

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Kia Sorento model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2003 Kia Sorento recall questions

How many recalls does the 2003 Kia Sorento have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2003 Kia Sorento. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2003 Kia Sorento?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology