Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #23V179000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V179000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2022-2023 carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a kia dealership Includes 3,555 affected units, Tow Hitch Harness Fire While Parked or Driving, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2022-2023 carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a kia dealership
Defect Summary
Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a kia dealership. water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (pcb) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a genuine kia accessory trailer tow hitch assembly. if equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. repairs will be performed free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 16, 2023. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc265.