Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V586000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V586000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2017 sorento vehicles equipped with 3 Includes 62 affected units, Improperly Heat Treated Crankshaft May Cause Stall, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017 sorento vehicles equipped with 3

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V586000
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2017-09-21T00:00:00
Subject: Improperly heat treated crankshaft may cause stall
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 62

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC153
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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 Summary: If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. a failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.1

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