Kia Sorento recall: Rubber diesel fuel feed pipe may harden or crack
- What's wrong
- 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…
- What to do
- Contact a Kia dealer to book the free repair. Recall the 24 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel feed hose.
What’s wrong
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.
The fix
Recall the 24 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel feed hose.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento | 1 Sep 2011 | 31 Oct 2011 | 24 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 23 November 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.