NHTSA recall 22V-051 (22V051000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported February 2, 2022 - about 126,747 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
- 22V051000
- Also written as
- 22V-051
- Manufacturer number
- SC227
- Reported
- February 2, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~126,747
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Why it is dangerous
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-051 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.