2015 Kia SORENTO Recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.

3 Recalls
2015 Model Year
Affected: FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE, SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC

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3 Recall Campaigns — 2015 Kia SORENTO

FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE
Campaign #18V907000 · 19/12/2018
Issue

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

Risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix

Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.

SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC
Campaign #20V519000 · 27/08/2020
Issue

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Risk

If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.

Fix

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.

SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC
Campaign #21V331000 · 10/05/2021
Issue

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Risk

An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

Fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 20V-519. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC212.

Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database

About 2015 Kia SORENTO Recalls

The 2015 Kia SORENTO has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE, SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Kia dealership.

If you own a 2015 Kia SORENTO, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Kia. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.

To get your 2015 Kia SORENTO recall repaired, contact your nearest Kia dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.

The Kia SORENTO has a total of 63 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Kia SORENTO recalls →

2015 Kia SORENTO Recall FAQs

How many recalls does the 2015 Kia SORENTO have?

The 2015 Kia SORENTO has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.

What parts are affected by the 2015 Kia SORENTO recalls?

The 2015 Kia SORENTO recalls affect the following components: FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE, SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC.

Are 2015 Kia SORENTO recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Kia dealership with your recall campaign number.

How do I check if my 2015 Kia SORENTO has an open recall?

Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.