NHTSA recall 20V-088 (20V088000)
electrical system recall reported February 14, 2020 - about 228,829 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V088000
- Also written as
- 20V-088
- Manufacturer number
- SC186
- Reported
- February 14, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~228,829
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.
Why it is dangerous
An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the HECU when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC186.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-088 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.