Kia Sorento recalls

Poor moulding of the plastic fuel tank by a temporary supplier can lead to a potential fuel leak

Fix: Replace the fuel tank.

14 vehicles · built 11 Apr 2022 to 10 May 2022

The PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater in some Sorento (XM) diesel models can overheat due to potential damage of the connector terminal. This can lead to a malfunction of the PTC heater and a risk of fire.

Fix: Replace the PTC relay and move the wiring fixing point. In cases of local thermal damage of PTC replace the PTC core and connector.

6,377 vehicles · built 19 Mar 2012 to 6 Oct 2014

The High-Pressure Electric Oil Pump within the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) may experience an internal fault.

Fix: Upgrade the software of the Transmission Control Unit (TCU). In rare cases it may be necessary to also replace the transmission.

916 vehicles · built 20 Jan 2020 to 25 Aug 2022

There is a risk the automatic gear shift lever could be moved out of Park without the foot brake pedal being applied. If this occurs and should the parking brake not be activated a vehicle rollaway could occur.

Fix: Check operation of the gear shift lock mechanism and if found to be incorrect replace the Gear shift lock lever assembly.

295 vehicles · built 27 Apr 2015 to 13 Jul 2015

It has been found that a fuel leak can develop on the diesel low pressure fuel line which is mounted to the engine.

Fix: Replace the low pressure fuel line module with improved parts.

326 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2020 to 30 Nov 2020

A fault has been identified in the manufacture of the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner.

Fix: Replace the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner.

49 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2021 to 31 Aug 2021

The PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater in some Sorento diesel models can overheat due to damaged connector terminal.

Fix: Inspect and if the PTC connector is found damaged replace the PTC and relevant wiring connector. Upgrade the operating logic of the PTC

15,665 vehicles · built 1 May 2014 to 28 Feb 2020

Water or oil may enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over a long period of time causing an electrical short circuit.

Fix: Install a relay to isolate the HECU when the ignition is switched off.

15,645 vehicles · built 14 Dec 2005 to 17 Dec 2008

The Forward Collision Avoidance Assist system may have problems identifying pedestrians.

Fix: Upgrade the software for the Multi-Function Camera system.

579 vehicles · built 23 Jan 2019 to 19 Nov 2019

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.

Fix: Recall the 24 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel feed hose.

24 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2011 to 31 Oct 2011

The vehicles brake lights may intermittently malfunction due to carbonisation of the contacts within the brake light switch. This can also affect other systems on the vehicle including: ESC cruise control gear selection (autoboxes) engine check lamp.

Fix: Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the brake light switch.

• SORENTO: 40,769 vehicles · built 14 May 2009 to 24 Apr 2011
• SORENTO: 40,769 vehicles · built 1 May 2007 to 15 Dec 2008

The wiring to the mood lighting in the doors may overheat in use and if ignored there is a potential risk of fire.

Fix: Recalled vehicles to have the wiring to the mood lights replaced.

549 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2009 to 30 Jul 2010

It has been identified that due to a faulty switch the brake lights may not operate when the brake pedal is depressed

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the brake light switch replaced.

1,816 vehicles · built 20 Sep 2009 to 25 Oct 2006

It has been identified that some of the wires to the airbag control unit are not in the correct order. In consequence an incorrect side curtain airbag could deploy in the event of a collision.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the pins on the connector to the control unit refitted in the correct order.

1,864 vehicles · built 4 May 2006 to 28 Mar 2007

The snap ring which retains the reverse gear may break which may result in poor power transfer. Should this occur the vehicle may roll forward whilst in reverse gear.

Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and fit a modified transmission unit.

1,148 vehicles · built 19 Dec 2003 to 22 Apr 2004

The alternator pulley may seize resulting in the loss of the drive belt. This in turn can result in an increased physical effort requirement for both the steering and brake pedal

Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the pulley will be replaced with a modified item.

3,517 vehicles · built 6 Nov 2002 to 24 Jun 2004

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.

Fix: 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.

4,427 vehicles · built 6 Oct 2002 to 18 Feb 2004