SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
What Happened
The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is a crucial computer that helps your vehicle's brakes work properly. It's located in the engine compartment and could overheat and catch fire if it fails.
Risk if Unfixed
If the HECU fails, it could cause an engine compartment fire while you're parked or driving, which could lead to serious injuries.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will replace the faulty HECU fuse for free, so be sure to schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice. In the meantime, park your vehicle outside and away from any buildings to minimize the risk.
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Original — What Happened
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
The engine in your vehicle has a part called the engine compartment, which can catch fire if there's a fuel or oil leak. This can happen while you're driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If the engine compartment catches fire, you're at risk of serious injury from the flames, heat, and smoke. This is a serious situation that needs to be addressed right away.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will inspect the engine area for any leaks, run some tests, and make any necessary repairs, including replacing the engine if needed - all for free. They'll also update the software in your vehicle's Knock Sensor Detection System, which will help prevent future issues. The repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
What Happened
The high-pressure fuel pipe in your vehicle connects the fuel pump to the engine. In some 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento, and 2011-2018 Sportage models, this pipe might have been damaged or misaligned when the engine was replaced.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pipe leaked fuel and there was an ignition source nearby, it could cause a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will check the fuel pipe and replace it if it's damaged or misaligned at no extra cost to you. You should schedule the inspection and repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
The engine in your Optima, Sorento, or Sportage is the heart of the vehicle, where fuel is burned to make power. In some 2011-2014 models, a mistake during engine manufacturing could cause the engine bearings to wear out too quickly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the engine bearings fail, your engine could seize, causing your car to stall. This could happen while you're driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will inspect the engine and replace it if necessary, all at no cost to you. You'll get a notification, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147.
The brake-shift interlock mechanism in your Sorento connects the gear shift lever to the brake pedal. In certain 2011-2013 models, this mechanism can crack or chip if you apply too much force to the gear shift.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake-shift interlock breaks, you could accidentally shift your Sorento out of 'Park' without pressing the brake pedal. This means your vehicle could roll away, leading to a potential crash.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will replace the faulty brake-shift interlock mechanism with a new one, at no cost to you. They'll do this as soon as you get the recall notice, so be sure to schedule the repair promptly.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Kia Sorento vehicles manufactured October 19, 2009, to January 31, 2013. In the affected vehicles, if excessive force is applied to the gear shift lever, the brake-shift interlock mechanism may chip or crack allowing the transmission being able to be shifted out of "Park" without the brakes being depressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Without requiring the brake to be pressed, the vehicle may be unintentionally shifted out of Park, allowing it to roll, which may result in a crash.
Original — Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake-shift interlock mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on November 9, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC124.
