NHTSA Recall 15V089000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V089000; Date: Feb. 13, 2015
If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 KIA Sorento
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America
Affected Units:: 12,361
Recall Summary:
Kia motors America (kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015. Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the vehicle.
How to Fix:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc115.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 20, 2015
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