NHTSA recall 15V-089 (15V089000)
vehicle speed control recall reported February 13, 2015 - about 12,361 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 15V089000
- Also written as
- 15V-089
- Manufacturer number
- SC115
- Reported
- February 13, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- ~12,361
- Component
- vehicle speed control
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015. Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the vehicle.
Why it is dangerous
If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC115.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-089 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.