NHTSA Campaign 13V356000

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Issued by Kia Motors Corporation · Reported Aug 13, 2013 · 9,345 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Kia Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2014 front wheel drive Sorento vehicles manufactured January 7, 2013, through March 12, 2013; and equipped with 2.4 liter engines. Due to a manufacturing issue, the right front axle shaft may fracture.

Consequence

A fractured front axle may result in a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, it may roll away. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2013. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542 . Kia's recall number is SC099.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
KIA SORENTO 2014 9,345

Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V356000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.