KIA SORENTO UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/077 (14)

Manufacturer Reference

230015

Defect

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

Remedy

Replace the fuel tank.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/343 (6377)

Manufacturer Reference

221086

Defect

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.

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/363 (916)

Manufacturer Reference

221135

Defect

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

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/328 (295)

Manufacturer Reference

221103

Defect

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.

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/143 (326)

Manufacturer Reference

221003

Defect

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

Remedy

Replace the low pressure fuel line module with improved parts.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/147 (49)

Manufacturer Reference

221042

Defect

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

Remedy

Replace the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/104 (15665)

Manufacturer Reference

221026

Defect

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

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/187 (15645)

Manufacturer Reference

201021

Defect

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

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/455 (579)

Manufacturer Reference

191139

Defect

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

Remedy

Upgrade the software for the Multi-Function Camera system.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2017/280 (24)

Manufacturer Reference

171072

Defect

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/055 (40769)

Manufacturer Reference

131021

Defect

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.

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/055 (40769)

Manufacturer Reference

131021

Defect

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.

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2010/129 (549)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

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

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2009/092 (1816)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

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

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the brake light switch replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2007/077 (1864)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

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.

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2004/159 (1148)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

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.

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2004/158 (3517)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

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

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2004/077 (4427)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

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.

Remedy

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.