NHTSA Recall 15V360000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V360000; Date: Jun. 9, 2015
Whenever the brake switch is not working, the brake lights will not illuminate, reducing the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 KIA Sportage
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:switches:brake Light
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America
Affected Units:: 7,722
Recall Summary:
Kia motors America (kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 sportage vehicles manufactured March 7, 2011, to June 8, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may intermittently fail.
How to Fix:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2015. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc121.
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: Jul 7, 2015
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