Victor Reinz 71-15041-00 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket

OE-Style Exhaust Flange Sealing

Victor Reinz 71-15041-00 is an exhaust pipe flange gasket built with MLS, or multi-layered steel, for a precise seal at the exhaust connection. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for a wide range of Hyundai and Kia applications, including Hyundai Elantra, Sonata, Tucson, and Kia Optima, Soul, and Sportage models.

As an OE supplier, Victor Reinz focuses on gasket engineering that matches original equipment expectations for fit and sealing performance. The 71-15041-00 is used across front converter, rear converter, exhaust connector, and pipe-to-manifold locations depending on vehicle application.

• MLS construction for durable exhaust sealing
• OE-quality gasket technology from Victor Reinz
• Fits a broad range of Hyundai and Kia exhaust flange locations
• Direct replacement for common exhaust leak repair applications
• Part number 71-15041-00 for accurate ordering and lookup

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2014-2016 Hyundai Elantra, front; at converter; with California emissions.
• Fits 2014-2016 Hyundai Elantra, front no. 2; at converter.
• Fits 2014-2016 Hyundai Elantra GT, front no. 2; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2016 Hyundai Sonata, front; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2016 Hyundai Sonata, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2014-2016 Hyundai Sonata, N/A; at front converter.
• Fits 2016 Hyundai Tucson, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2016 Hyundai Tucson, N/A; multi layered steel.
• Fits 2016 Kia Optima, N/A; multi layered steel.
• Fits 2014-2016 Kia Soul, front; at converter.
• Fits 2010-2011 Kia Soul, front; at converter.
• Fits 2014-2016 Kia Sportage, N/A; converter.
• Fits 2014-2016 Kia Sportage, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2014-2015 Hyundai Tucson, front; at converter.
• Fits 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson, front; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2015 Kia Optima, front; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2015 Kia Optima, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2014-2015 Kia Optima, rear left; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2014-2015 Kia Sorento, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2014-2015 Kia Sorento, rear; multi layered steel.
• Fits 2014-2015 Kia Sorento, N/A; multi layered steel.
• Fits 2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe, front no. 2; at converter.
• Fits 2014 Kia Sedona, N/A; at front converter.
• Fits 2011-2012 Kia Sedona, N/A; at front converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Hyundai Elantra, N/A; at rear converter; without California emissions.
• Fits 2011-2013 Hyundai Elantra, N/A; exhaust connector; with California emissions.
• Fits 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe, N/A; at rear converter; without California emissions.
• Fits 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe, N/A; exhaust connector; with California emissions.
• Fits 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT, N/A; at rear converter; without California emissions.
• Fits 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT, N/A; exhaust connector; with California emissions.
• Fits 2011-2013 Hyundai Sonata, rear; at front converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Hyundai Sonata, front; at rear converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Hyundai Sonata, front; at front converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Hyundai Sonata, N/A; connector to muffler.
• Fits 2010-2013 Hyundai Tucson, rear; at front converter; without California emissions.
• Fits 2010-2013 Hyundai Tucson, rear; at rear converter; with California emissions.
• Fits 2011-2013 Hyundai Tucson, rear; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Forte, rear; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2010-2013 Kia Forte, front; at converter.
• Fits 2010-2013 Kia Forte, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Forte Koup, rear; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2010-2013 Kia Forte Koup, front; at converter.
• Fits 2010-2013 Kia Forte Koup, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2012-2013 Kia Forte5, rear; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2012-2013 Kia Forte5, front; at converter.
• Fits 2012-2013 Kia Forte5, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Optima, rear; at front converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Optima, front; at rear converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Optima, front; at front converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Optima, N/A; connector to muffler.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sorento, rear; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sorento, rear; at rear converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sorento, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2012-2013 Kia Soul, front; at front converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, rear; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, rear; at front converter; with California emissions.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, rear; at front converter; without California emissions.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, rear; at rear converter; with California emissions.
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2005-2013 Kia Sportage, front; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, rear; at converter.
• Fits 2007-2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, rear; at converter.
• Fits 2011-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, rear; at front converter; without California emissions.
• Fits 2011-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, rear; at rear converter; with California emissions.
• Fits 2011-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, N/A; exhaust connector.
• Fits 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera, rear; pipe to manifold.
• Fits 2007-2011 Hyundai Elantra, front; at converter.
• Fits 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis, rear; pipe to manifold.
• Fits 2010-2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, rear; pipe to manifold.
• Fits 2009-2011 Kia Borrego, N/A; at converter.
• Fits 2009-2011 Kia Borrego, rear; at converter.
• Fits 2011 Kia Borrego, front; at secondary converter.
• Fits 2011 Kia Borrego, rear; at secondary converter.
• Fits 2011 Kia Soul, N/A; at secondary converter.
• Fits 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, rear; at converter; with California emission system.
• Fits 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, rear; at converter; without California emission system.
• Fits 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata, rear; pipe to manifold.
• Fits 2009-2010 Kia Borrego, front; secondary converter.
• Fits 2009-2010 Kia Borrego, rear; secondary converter.
• Fits 2010 Kia Forte, N/A; at rear exhaust connector.
• Fits 2010 Kia Forte Koup, N/A; at rear exhaust connector.
• Fits 2010 Kia Soul, N/A; secondary converter.
• Fits 2007-2009 Kia Amanti, rear; pipe to manifold.
• Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra, front; at converter.
• Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra5, front; at converter.
• Fits 1995-1997 Kia Sephia, rear; exhaust connector.

Common Repair Uses

• Sealing an exhaust leak at the flange connection
• Replacing a worn gasket at the converter or exhaust connector
• Restoring a tight seal after exhaust service on Hyundai Elantra or Kia Optima applications
• Addressing noise, odor, or soot caused by a leaking exhaust joint
• Supporting repair of pipe-to-manifold and converter-to-pipe connections

Installation Notes

Verify the exact vehicle, engine, emissions package, and exhaust position before installation. This gasket is used in multiple locations, including front, rear, rear left, and N/A-listed exhaust connections, so matching the application notes is important for proper fit.

Inspect the flange surfaces for warping, corrosion, or carbon buildup before assembly. Clean mating surfaces thoroughly and confirm the replacement part number 71-15041-00 against the original gasket or OE reference before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier, and this gasket reflects OE-focused sealing technology and engineering. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 61499 and MAHLE F32218 for the same application.