2022 KIA Sorento: Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign 22V202000 · 26 units potentially affected · filed Mar 29, 2022
What's wrong
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Why it matters
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC233.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V202000
- Manufacturer no.
- SC233
- Manufacturer
- KIA Motors America
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PIPES, HOSES, AND FITTINGS
- Units affected
- 26
- Report received
- Mar 29, 2022
- Owner letters
- Apr 22, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- KIA Sorento 2022