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2014–2018 Kia Sportage, K900 recall: Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module

NHTSA campaign 22V-051 · February 2, 2022 · Kia America, Inc. Park outside

Safety flagThe manufacturer advises parking outside until the repair is done. Check your VIN and follow the manufacturer’s notice.
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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
22V051000
Reported
February 2, 2022
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Part
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module
Vehicles affected
About 126,747

What is wrong

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.

Safety risk

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

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.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Kia K900 (2016, 2017, 2018); Kia Sportage (2014, 2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

What is the fix?

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.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.