NHTSA recall 20V-518 (20V518000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported August 27, 2020 - about 28,200 vehicles affected.
NHTSA marks this campaign PARK OUTSIDE.
Park outdoors, away from buildings - the defect carries a fire risk even while parked. Contact your dealer immediately; the repair is free.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V518000
- Also written as
- 20V-518
- Manufacturer number
- SC196
- Reported
- August 27, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~28,200
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.
Why it is dangerous
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-518 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.