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2024–2025 Kia Sorento, Sorento Phev, Sorento Hybrid recall: Electrical system: body control module, software

NHTSA campaign 25V-006 · January 13, 2025 · Kia America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
25V006000
Reported
January 13, 2025
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Part
Electrical system: body control module, software
Vehicles affected
About 74,469

What is wrong

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety risk

A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.

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 nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Kia Sorento (2024, 2025); Kia Sorento Hybrid (2025); Kia Sorento Phev (2025). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.

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.