Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V518000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V518000 by Kia America, Inc.. Includes 28,200 affected units, ABS Unit may cause Fire, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) recalled certain 2019 stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3l t-gdi engines on august 27, 2020. on december 30, 2020, kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 stinger vehicles. while driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) is located.

Corrective Action

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. the recall began november 30, 2020. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc196.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V518000

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2020-08-27T00:00:00

Subject: Abs unit may cause fire

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 28,200

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC196

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kia motors america (kia) recalled certain 2019 stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3l t-gdi engines on august 27, 2020. on december 30, 2020, kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 stinger vehicles. while driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) is located.

Consequence Summary: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. the recall began november 30, 2020. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc196.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: Yes

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 89.05

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