Kia Sorento: Rubber Diesel Fuel Feed Pipe May Harden Or Crack

KIA Sorento Recall Summary A rubber diesel fuel feed pipe in 24 KIA Sorento vehicles may deteriorate, harden, or crack over time, potentially causing fuel leaks onto the engine. Owners may first notice a diesel smell, and if not addressed, the damaged pipe could leak fuel and create a fire risk. KIA will replace the affected fuel feed hose in these vehicles.

Recalling firm

KIA

Product

Vehicles: KIA SORENTO. Units affected: 24

Reason

The diesel fuel feed pipe that supplies fuel to the high pressure pump may deteriorate prematurely. The customer may initially notice the smell of diesel fuel leaking onto the engine. If the concern is not resolved the rubber hose may harden and crack due to fatigue. This in turn could allow the pipe to leak diesel fuel onto the engine. As with all fuel leaks there is a risk of catching fire. Remedy: Recall the 24 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel feed hose.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-11-23

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/a60b4579-7663-4d27-bdc3-370b430efb54