The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·23V877000·Announced 2023-12-21

Kia Recalls 2011 Sorento Vehicles Due to Engine Fire Risk

Kia is recalling 2011 Sorento vehicles because an engine compartment fire can occur while driving, increasing the risk of injury.

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 risk of engine compartment fire while driving, which is a significant injury hazard and structural vehicle defect risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Kia America, Inc. is recalling certain 2011 Sorento vehicles. The recall is issued because an engine compartment fire can occur while driving. This fire hazard increases the risk of injury to occupants.

The corrective action involves dealers installing Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software and replacing the engine as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 9, 2024.

Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 for more information. Kia's number for this recall is SC291. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
KIA SORENTO
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
79,812

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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