Axle assembly: axle shaftRecall 13V-356 · 2014 Kia Sorento
Kia Motors Corporation recall 13V-356 covers 9,345 2014 Kia Sorento for a axle assembly: axle shaft problem, reported to NHTSA on August 13, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V356000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 7, 2013 to March 12, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.