NHTSA recall 22V-322 (22V322000)
parking brake recall reported May 11, 2022 - about 9,014 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V322000
- Also written as
- 22V-322
- Manufacturer number
- SC236
- Reported
- May 11, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~9,014
- Component
- parking brake
What is being recalled
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 EV6 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
Why it is dangerous
Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Drivers are recommended to park their vehicles on level ground and avoid parking on a slope/inclined surface whenever possible until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the Shifter Control Unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC236.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-322 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.