Recalls: Kia NQ5 Sportage

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Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Kia NQ5 Sportage
2024 Kia NQ5 Sportage 1.6T-GDI: high-pressure fuel pipe may leak
In July 2025, recall campaign 251062 was issued for 2024 Kia NQ5 Sportage 1.6T-GDI) vehicles. Due to an incorrectly manufactured high-pressure fuel pipe, the fuel system may not be properly sealed and this could result in fuel leaking. A fuel leak increased the risk of a fire, which posed a risk of injury to vehicle occupants and/or other road users, and a risk of property damage. To fix, an authorised Kia dealer was to replace the high-pressure fuel pump, fuel pipe and fuel rail free of charge. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-006373.
Problems and faults: Kia NQ5 Sportage
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Problems and faults: Kia NQ5 Sportage
No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Kia NQ5 Sportage.

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