Recall 20V750000: 2012–2015 Kia Forte, 2012–2015 Kia Forte Koup, 2011–2013 Kia Optima Hybrid +3 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 2, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 294,756
- Models
- 6
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
The risk
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 Kia Forte
- 2013 Kia Forte
- 2014 Kia Forte
- 2015 Kia Forte
- 2012 Kia Forte Koup
- 2013 Kia Forte Koup
- 2014 Kia Forte Koup
- 2015 Kia Forte Koup
- 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid
- 2012 Kia Optima Hybrid
- 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid
- 2012 Kia Sorento
- 2013 Kia Sorento
- 2014 Kia Soul
- 2015 Kia Soul
- 2012 Kia Sportage
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V750000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC200
- Manufacturer
- Kia Motors America
- Owner letters
- Jan 25, 2021
- Components
- Engine (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology