Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V586000 Reported September 21, 2017

Improperly heat treated crankshaft may cause stall

Kia America, Inc. · Engine And Engine Cooling · 62 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V586000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC153
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
62
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 21, 2017
Completion Rate
87.10

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.

Safety 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.

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 17V586000 or campaign SC153.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V586000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17V586000?

NHTSA recall 17V586000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on September 21, 2017. It addresses: Improperly heat treated crankshaft may cause stall. The recall affects approximately 62 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V586000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC153. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.