Recalls

Recall 232501

  • USA Recall: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 sorento, 2021-2022 sorento hybrid (hev), 2022-2023 sorento plug-in hybrid (phev), and 2017-2022 sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a kia dealership. debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (pcb) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    Corrective Action:
    Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 11, 2023. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc249.

    Additional Notes:
    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.

    • Affected Vehicles

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