NHTSA recall 05V353000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Kia America, Inc.
August 4, 2005report date
2,935units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: Certain sport utility vehicles may experience a fuel leak from fuel tubes near the fuel tank due to an interference fit with the vehicle floor panel.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace a section of the fuel line. The recall began on October 10, 2005.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Kia Sorento.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 05V353000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.