Kia Recall 17V-224: Engine and engine cooling – engine

Affected: 2011–2014 Kia Optima, 2012–2014 Kia Sorento, 2011–2013 Kia Sportage. Filed with NHTSA on March 31, 2017, covering about 618,160 vehicles.

The problem

Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

The risk

Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign17V-224 (17V224000)
Manufacturer numberSC147
ManufacturerKia America, Inc.
ComponentEngine and engine cooling › Engine
Report dateMarch 31, 2017
Owners notifiedJune 20, 2017
Vehicles affected618,160
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 17V-224 repair free?

Yes. Kia dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 618,160 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.