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2006 KIA Sedona ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Moderate

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #20V088000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a problem with the ABS (anti-lock brake) system, which could let moisture in and cause an electrical short.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, it could start an engine compartment fire, even when your car is turned off, and might hurt you.
Free Fix
Kia will replace a part in your vehicle's main junction box for free to prevent this issue, and you'll be notified when it's time to have this done.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Original — Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the HECU when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC186.
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Moderate #06V349000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Manufacturer
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle has a wiring issue with the brake pedal switch. The wiring harness might be in the wrong position and could touch the steering column, causing damage.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wiring gets damaged, your brake lights might not turn on, your engine could stall, or you might not be able to start your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is free! Take your vehicle to the dealership, and they'll inspect the wiring harness, fix any damage, and secure it in the correct position to prevent future problems.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDALS, THE STOP LAMP SWITCH WIRING HARNESS MAY BE OUT OF POSITION. AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED STOP LAMP SWITCH WIRING HARNESS COULD MAKE CONTACT WITH THE U-JOINT ASSEMBLY OF THE STEERING COLUMN. REPEATED CONTACT MAY EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE WIRING HARNESS INSULATION TO CHAFE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
CHAFED INSULATION COULD CAUSE A SHORT OF THE WIRING HARNESS RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF BRAKE LIGHTS, ENGINE STALLING, OR AN INABILITY TO START THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIRING HARNESS FOR CHAFING AND, REPAIR IF NECESSARY. IN ADDITION, THE DEALER WILL SECURE THE WIRING HARNESS TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH THE U-JOINT ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
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