High pressure fuel pipe may leak
Defect Summary
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 optima, 2012-2017 sorento and 2011-2018 sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17v-224, warranty, or the knock sensor detection system (ksds) product improvement campaign. the high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 17, 2019. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc172.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 18V907000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V907000?
NHTSA recall 18V907000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on December 19, 2018. It addresses: High pressure fuel pipe may leak. The recall affects approximately 71,653 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V907000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC172. 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.