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NHTSA 20V750000 United States

Kia Forte recall: Engine

Official safety recall 20V750000 published by NHTSA.

High risk

Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.

Campaign20V750000
ComponentEngine
Report date2020-12-02
ManufacturerKia Motors America
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Affected vehicles

VehicleModel yearMarket
Kia Soul2014United States
Kia Soul2015United States
Kia Sportage2012United States
Kia Sorento2012United States
Kia Sorento2013United States
Kia Forte2012United States
Kia Forte2013United States
Kia Forte2014United States
Kia Forte2015United States

The problem

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

The official remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.