Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #22V051000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V051000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2016-2018 k900 and 2014-2016 sportage vehicles Includes 126,747 affected units, Engine Compartment Fire, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2016-2018 k900 and 2014-2016 sportage vehicles

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 k900 and 2014-2016 sportage vehicles. the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. dealers will install a new fuse for the hecu circuit board, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 22, 2022. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc227.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V051000
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2022-02-02T00:00:00
Subject: Engine compartment fire
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 126,747

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC227
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 k900 and 2014-2016 sportage vehicles. the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence Summary: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. dealers will install a new fuse for the hecu circuit board, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 22, 2022. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc227.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: Yes
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 52.26

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NHTSA ID: 22V051000
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