Kia Sorento Recall R/2022/147: A Fault Has Been Identified In The Manufacture Of The Front L/h Seat Belt Pre-tensioner, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 20 May 2022
- Launched
- 49
- vehicles in the UK
- 221042
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Kia recalled Sorento vehicles built between 1 July 2021 and 31 August 2021. A fault has been identified in the manufacture of the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner. The dealer will replace the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A fault has been identified in the manufacture of the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: A FAULT HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THE FRONT L/H SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER Defect: A fault has been identified in the manufacture of the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner. Remedy: Replace the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: a fault has been identified in the manufacture of the front l/h seat belt pre-tensioner.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner.
Are You Affected?
Sorento built between 1 July 2021 and 31 August 2021 may be included. Kia estimates 49 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 campaign code 221042 or the DVSA reference R/2022/147. 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/2022/104 on 3 May 2022, for the electrical connector to the ptc heater can overheat. The one launched after it was R/2022/143 on 24 May 2022, for a fuel leak can develop on the diesel low pressure fuel line. You can also see every Kia recall, all recalls launched in 2022 and seat belt recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/147, launched 20 May 2022. 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.