Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's anti-lock braking system (ABS) has a programming error that might reduce braking force at low speeds, making it harder to stop quickly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might crash because it takes longer to stop your vehicle, especially at speeds below 25 miles per hour.
Free Fix
Kia will fix the problem for free by reprogramming your ABS control module at an authorized dealership. You should contact them to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THERE WAS A PROGRAMMING ERROR IN THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE LOGIC. THE PROGRAMMING ERROR COULD CAUSE REDUCED BRAKING FORCE AT SPEEDS BELOW 25 MPH, WHICH COULD RESULT IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
SUCH INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE CONTROL MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 19, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
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