Kia Sportage recalled for fire risk

Kia is recalling over 600 examples of itsSportage to address a potential fire risk.

“Due to an incorrectly manufactured High-Pressure Fuel Pipe, poor sealing of the fuel system may occur resulting in a fuel leak,” the company says in its recall notice.

“A fuel leak could increase the risk of a fire, causing injury or death to the vehicle occupants and/or other road users.”

The issue affects only vehicles equipped with the turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine.

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• The recall affects 605examples of the model year 2025 (MY25) Sportage, manufactured in 2024
• The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
• The original recall notice is attached here

If you own an affected vehicle, you should immediately contact a Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have the high-pressure fuel pump, fuel pipe and fuel rail replaced, free of charge.

If you have any further questions, you can contact Kia Customer Service on 131 542.

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