Recall 22V-051
Kia Motors America recalled the 2016 to 2018 Kia K900 and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V-051
- Reported
- February 2, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- 126,747 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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.
The 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-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Kia K900 2016 to 2018
- Kia Sportage 2014 to 2016