Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
What Happened
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.
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