Issue ID | 973648 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10507094 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors Corporation |
Brand | KIA |
Model | SORENTO |
Model Year | 2004 |
File date | 08/08/12 |
Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | When refueling the tank will suddenly "spray"gasoline forcefully from the neck of the gas tank for several seconds. Took it in on the voluntary recall and had the air filter replaced. Car worked fine for about 2 weeks but is now experiencing the same problem again. Pumped less than $25. 00 in the tank two nights ago and was sprayed with gasoline! |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 120000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | AYDLETT, NC |
VIN pattern | KNDJD733845XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 26/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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