Kia Sorento: Possible Interference Between Power Steering Hose And Brake Pipe
Kia is recalling 4,427 Sorento vehicles in the United Kingdom because the power steering hose may touch the brake pipe, potentially causing the brake pipe to wear through and leak fluid. Dealers will inspect the gap between these components and adjust or replace the brake pipe if needed.
- Recalling firm
- KIA
- Product
- Vehicles: KIA SORENTO. Units affected: 4,427
- Reason
- It is possible that the power steering hose could come in contact with the metal brake pipe. If unchecked there is potential for the metal brake pipe to chafe which could result in fluid loss. Remedy: Return the vehicle to the dealers to check and adjust the gap between the power steering hose and metal brake pipe. And if required replace the metal brake pipe.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2004-07-05
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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