Recall 23V-639
Kia America, Inc. recalled the 2019 Kia Sorento: Back over prevention (sensing system, camera).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V-639
- Reported
- September 15, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 83,667 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sorento vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, water may leak into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC282.
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 Sorento 2019