NHTSA Recall 22V800000
NHTSA Campaign Id 22V800000; Date: Oct. 24, 2022
a fire increases the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 KIA Sportage; 2009 KIA Sportage
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
Manufactured by: Kia America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 71,704
Recall Summary:
kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2008-2009 sportage vehicles previously recalled under recall 16v-815. an engine compartment fire originating from around the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) may occur while parked or driving.
How to Fix:
owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and other vehicles until the recall repair has been performed. the remedy is currently under development. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 22, 2022. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc253.
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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