Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V399000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V399000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2020 sedona vehicles Includes 5,385 affected units, Alternator Terminal Nut May Loosen, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020 sedona vehicles

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2020 sedona vehicles. The battery positive (b+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.

Corrective Action

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator b+ terminal nut, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began august 14, 2020. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc192.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V399000
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-07-08T00:00:00
Subject: Alternator terminal nut may loosen
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 5,385

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC192
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2020 sedona vehicles. The battery positive (b+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.
Consequence Summary: If the alternator b+ terminal nut loosens, electrical arcing may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator b+ terminal nut, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began august 14, 2020. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc192.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 84.33

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NHTSA ID: 20V399000
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