Fire from hvac wiring harness
Defect Summary
Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (hvac) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.
Safety Consequence
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 23, 2026. Owners may contact kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc351. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning october 9, 2025.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 25V649000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V649000?
NHTSA recall 25V649000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on September 25, 2025. It addresses: Fire from hvac wiring harness. The recall affects approximately 39,536 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V649000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC351. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.