The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V586000·Announced 2017-09-21

Kia Recalls 2017 Sorento Vehicles Due to Crankshaft Failure Risk

Kia is recalling 2017 Sorento vehicles with 3.3L engines because the crankshaft may fail, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (crankshaft failure) that increases the risk of a crash and fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2017 Sorento vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The recall addresses a defect where the engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated, which could lead to failure.

If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a failed crankshaft increases the risk of a fire. The source text does not report any specific incidents of injury, death, or fire associated with this defect.

Dealers will inspect the crankshaft and, as necessary, replace the engine sub assembly free of charge. The recall began on November 6, 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 SORENTO
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Category
Vehicle — Engine Component
Hazard
Affected units
62

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 (1)

  • SORENTO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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