Kia Sorento Recall R/2004/077: Possible Interference Between Power Steering Hose And Brake Pipe, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 5 Jul 2004
- Launched
- 4,427
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2004/077
- DVSA reference
Kia recalled Sorento vehicles built between 6 October 2002 and 18 February 2004. The power steering hose could come in contact with the metal brake pipe. The recall notice describes the fix as: return the vehicle to the dealers to check and adjust the gap between the power steering hose and metal brake pipe. And if required replace the metal brake pipe. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The power steering hose could come in contact with the metal brake pipe. If unchecked there is potential for the metal brake pipe to chafe which could result in fluid loss.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE BETWEEN POWER STEERING HOSE AND BRAKE PIPE Defect: It is possible that the power steering hose could come in contact with the metal brake pipe. If unchecked there is potential for the metal brake pipe to chafe which could result in fluid loss. Remedy: Return the vehicle to the dealers to check and adjust the gap between the power steering hose and metal brake pipe. And if required replace the metal brake pipe.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: possible interference between power steering hose and brake pipe.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: return the vehicle to the dealers to check and adjust the gap between the power steering hose and metal brake pipe. And if required replace the metal brake pipe.
Are You Affected?
Sorento built between 6 October 2002 and 18 February 2004 may be included. Kia estimates 4,427 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Kia, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Kia.
- Book with any franchised Kia dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2004/077. See how to get a Kia recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| SorentoPoor moulding of the plastic fuel tank by a temporary supplier can lead to a potential fuel leak | Urgent | R/2023/077 | |
| SorentoThe PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater in some Sorento (XM) models can overheat due to potential damage of the connector terminal. This can lead to a malfunction of the PTC heater and a risk of fire | Urgent | R/2022/343 | |
| SorentoThe High Pressure Electric Oil Pump within the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) may experience an internal fault | Low | R/2022/363 | |
| SorentoThere is a risk the automatic gear shift lever could be moved out of Park without the foot brake pedal being applied. If this occurs and should the parking brake not be activated a vehicle rollaway could occur | Urgent | R/2022/328 | |
| SorentoA fuel leak can develop on the diesel low pressure fuel line | Urgent | R/2022/143 |
This is one of 87 Kia recalls in DVSA’s data. The Kia recall launched before it was R/2003/162 on 10 Nov 2003, for reprogramming of ABS ecm. The one launched after it was R/2004/109 on 16 Aug 2004, for potential fuel leak. You can also see every Kia recall, all recalls launched in 2004 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2004/077, launched 5 July 2004. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.