Cerato, Forte, Optima, Sorento, Sportage
Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01885/23 |
| Brand | Kia |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Republic of Korea |
| Model Number | TF, JF, XM, FL, SL, YD, e4*2007/46*0255*, e4*2007/46*1018*, e11*2007/46*0634* |
| Published | 25 August 2023 |
Risk Description
Due to a manufacturing error, the engine might overheat due to fuel or oil leaks and subsequently break down. This may endanger the following traffic and can cause a fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car, Individual type approval operating permits.