The automaker found warranty claims and field reports were "extremely low," so no recall was ordered. Hyundai and Kia now also state that the high-pressure fuel line may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly adjusted during the engine replacement procedure. Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. Laguna Hills, CA November 27, 2018 Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlamps due to incorrect aiming of the headlamp beam. The Center for Auto Safety (CAS), a consumer watchdog group, filed a formal petition with the NHTSA in June 2018 to investigate multiple fire complaints. We review every problem as we work to keep our roads safe. The U.S. agency had been investigating the timeliness of three U.S. recalls, and the number of vehicles recalled. CarComplaints.com has engine complaints about the vehicles named in the Kia recall: Have a car complaint to add? The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2018. Read more about the dangers of vehicle fires and what to do if one occurs in this article about a recent Kia Stinger recall. allege that 20112018 and certain 2019 Kia Optima, 20122018 and certain 2019 Kia Sorento, and 20112018 and certain 2019 Kia Sportage vehicles suffer from a defect that can cause engine seizure, stalling, engine failure, and engine fire, that engine seizure or stalling can be dangerous if experienced, and that some owners and lessees have been improperly denied repairs under the vehicles warranty. In recalled cars, there is a risk that an engine compartment fire may occur where the HECU is located. This announcement affects approximately 2 million 2011-2018 Hyundai Sonata sedans and 2013-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUVs, and about 1.6 million 2011-2018 Kia Optima sedans, 2012-2018 Kia Sorento SUVs, and 2011-2018 Kia Sportage SUVs. Irvine, CA December 15, 2020 Kia Motors (KIMTF:OTC US) is recalling 294,756 vehicles whose engines may catch on fire. F: 949.861.6350 April 6, 2017 We use cookies to analyze & improve your experience, & to personalize content and ads. 2014 KIA OPTIMA Recall Campaign: 17V224000 on 04/04/2017 Component: Engine and engine cooling:engine Manufactured: 08/11/2010 - 05/14/2014 Affected: 618,160 Defect: Kia motor company (kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 optima, 2012-2014 sorento and 2011-2013 sportage vehicles. There is no charge for this repair, and the recall is expected to start on August 14, 2020. The damage may cause the car to stall while driving. have found a definite cause for the high rates of engine fire in these models. A loose alternator terminal nut creates an extreme fire risk. This Kia vehicle recall includes the following vehicles: The component in question is called piston assembly,part number 23041-2E801. Affected vehicles include: In July, Kia announced that a nut on the alternator was not properly tightened when the car was in production. Affected owners who have questions should call Kia customer service at 800-333-4542 and ask about recall number SC147. Before the car catches fire, the driver may notice the following: If you notice any of these conditions, stop your car someplace safe. Nearly 380,000 vehicles are included in this Kia vehicle recall. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to