NHTSA Recall 23V639000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V639000; Date: Sep. 15, 2023
a rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2019 KIA Sorento
Component: Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
Manufactured by: Kia America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 83,667
Recall Summary:
kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2019 sorento vehicles. due to a manufacturing error, water may leak into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, "rear visibility."
How to Fix:
dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed november 13, 2023. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc282.
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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