Component recorded by NHTSA
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Campaign summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Sorento vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may fail.
Consequence
If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy in the source record
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crankshaft, and, as necessary, replace the engine sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC153.
Confirm current remedy eligibility, parts availability, and completion status with NHTSA, the manufacturer, or an authorized dealer.
Catalog coverage
Vehicle pages represented here
This list reflects vehicle pages in MyRecallCheck, not necessarily the campaign's full affected population or every affected product. Use the official VIN lookup for applicability.
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Kia | Sorento |
Related campaign records
Visibility › Windshield
Mar 15, 2022
21V137000Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit / Module
Mar 4, 2021
17V190000Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum › Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings
Mar 16, 2017
21V908000Latches / Locks / Linkages › Electronic Lock / Latch Actuator
Nov 19, 2021
21V277000Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail
Apr 21, 2021