The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·17V224000·Announced 2017-03-31

Kia Recalls 2011-2014 Models Due to Engine Bearing Wear Risk

Kia is recalling 2011-2014 Optima, Sorento, and Sportage vehicles because machining errors may cause premature engine bearing wear, potentially leading to engine seizure and increased crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine seizure) that increases the risk of a crash, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento, and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. The recall involves approximately 618,160 vehicles affected by a defect in the engine and engine cooling system.

Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine. This bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, which increases the risk of a crash.

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KIA OPTIMA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Category
Vehicle — Engine
Hazard
Affected units
618,160

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • OPTIMA
  • SPORTAGE
  • SORENTO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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