NHTSA Recall 07V161000: Fan (engine and engine cooling)
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 35,090 vehicles. It affects 2002 Kia Sportage.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V161000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC070 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › FAN |
| Report received | April 16, 2007 |
| Owner notification | June 11, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain vehicles, the heat generated by the engine causes repeated bending deformation of the polypropylene cooling fan including its retaining ring, which stresses the polypropylene thereby initiating cracking of the blades. The centrifugal forces generated by the rotation of the blades can cause the cracks to propagate until complete separation occurs.
Safety risk
Separation of the fan blade(s) can create a risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan with a fan made of improved material. The recall began on june 11, 2007. Owners may contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.
Notes
KIA recall no. Sc070.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V161000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Sportage | 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.