Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V088000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V088000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2006-2010 sedona and 2007-2009 sorento vehicles Includes 228,829 affected units, ABS Module May Short Circuit, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2006-2010 sedona and 2007-2009 sorento vehicles

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 sedona and 2007-2009 sorento vehicles. moisture may enter the anti-lock brake (abs) module and result in an electrical short.

Corrective Action

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the hecu when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. the recall began june 5, 2020. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc186.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V088000
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-02-14T00:00:00
Subject: Abs module may short circuit
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 228,829

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC186
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 sedona and 2007-2009 sorento vehicles. moisture may enter the anti-lock brake (abs) module and result in an electrical short.
Consequence Summary: An electrical short within the abs module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the hecu when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. the recall began june 5, 2020. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc186.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 30.87

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NHTSA ID: 20V088000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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