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NHTSA Recall 21V519000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21,575 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kia K5.

21,575
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2021
owners notified (July 21)
NHTSA campaign21V519000
Manufacturer campaignSC214
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedJuly 8, 2021
Owner notificationJuly 21, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

Safety risk

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V519000

Make and modelModel years
Kia K52021, 2022
Kia Sorento2021

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.