NHTSA recall 17V-773 (17V773000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported December 1, 2017 - about 134,366 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V773000
- Also written as
- 17V-773
- Manufacturer number
- SC158
- Reported
- December 1, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~134,366
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
Why it is dangerous
If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-773 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.