NHTSA recall 22V-800 (22V800000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported October 24, 2022 - about 71,704 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
- 22V800000
- Also written as
- 22V-800
- Manufacturer number
- SC253
- Reported
- October 24, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~71,704
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2008-2009 Sportage vehicles previously recalled under recall 16V-815. An engine compartment fire originating from around the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may occur while parked or driving.
Why it is dangerous
A fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and other vehicles until the recall repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and replace the HECU, its wiring harness, and its fuses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC253.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-800 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.