Safety Recall NHTSA · 19V101000 Reported February 15, 2019

Engine oil leak may cause stall or fire

Kia America, Inc. · N/A · 32,296 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19V101000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC174
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
32,296
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 15, 2019
Completion Rate
39.15

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 kia sportage vehicles. the engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.

Safety Consequence

A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Kia has notified owners, and dealers will replace the oil pressure switch with an improved one, free of charge. in addition, dealers will inspect the oil pan for any oil leaks, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. the recall began july 3, 2019. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc174.

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 19V101000 or campaign SC174.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 19V101000

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

What is recall 19V101000?

NHTSA recall 19V101000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on February 15, 2019. It addresses: Engine oil leak may cause stall or fire. The recall affects approximately 32,296 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 19V101000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC174. 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.