

Josh Nevett
2025 Bentley Bentayga review
4 Days Ago
News Editor
Kia is recalling its 2012-14 XM Sorento due to a defect that could lead to a vehicle fire.
“The heater core element may operate at a higher than intended temperature causing damage to the electrical connector. If this occurs it may result in a vehicle fire,” the company says in its recall notice.
“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants or other road users.”
If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to make an appointment at a Kia dealership to have a free inspection and repair undertaken.
A technician will replace the heater control relay and, if necessary, the heater core element and connector.
If you have any further questions, you can contact Kia on 131 542.
MORE: Everything Kia Sorento
Where expert car reviews meet expert car buying – CarExpert gives you trusted advice, personalised service and real savings on your next new car.
William Stopford is an automotive journalist based in Brisbane, Australia. William is a Business/Journalism graduate from the Queensland University of Technology who loves to travel, briefly lived in the US, and has a particular interest in the American car industry.
Josh Nevett
4 Days Ago
Andrew Maclean
3 Days Ago
Shane O'Donoghue
3 Days Ago
Anthony Crawford
2 Days Ago
Andrew Maclean
2 Days Ago
William Stopford
2 Days Ago