# 2013 KIA SORENTO — FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
> NHTSA complaint `1770833` · 2021-09-29 · Kia America, Inc.
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 0
- **Fire:** Yes
- **Crash:** No
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** No
## Vehicle
- **Make:** KIA
- **Model:** SORENTO
- **Year:** 2013
- **Manufacturer:** Kia America, Inc.
- **Component:** FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
## Narrative
Vehicle caught on fire, beginning in the engine compartment. No warning indications showed on the instrument panel. Driver and two children were able to exit the vehicle and notify the fire department.  The fire investigator believes the fire started in proximity of the alternator. The engine has been replaced under warranty by Kia twice.
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