NHTSA Recall 23V531000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V531000; Date: Jul. 31, 2023
an electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2023 KIA Seltos; 2024 KIA Seltos; 2023 KIA Soul; 2023 KIA Sportage
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission:fluid/lubricant:pump
Manufactured by: Kia America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 39,765
Recall Summary:
kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2023 soul, sportage, and 2023-2024 seltos vehicles. the electronic controller for the idle stop & go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.
How to Fix:
owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed september 28, 2023. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc275.
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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