NHTSA Recall 22V760000
NHTSA Campaign Id 22V760000; Date: Oct. 11, 2022
loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2021 KIA K5; 2022 KIA K5; 2023 KIA K5; 2021 KIA Sorento; 2022 KIA Sorento
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission
Manufactured by: Kia America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 69,038
Recall Summary:
kia motors, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 sorento and 2021-2023 k5 vehicles. the vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
How to Fix:
dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. all repairs will be performed free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 9, 2022. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc250.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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